repaired · 2026 Q2
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied.
2016 Infiniti Q50Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 39 owner complaints about the 2016 Infiniti Q50, most often about the engine. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-470 the manufacturer reports only 39% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 20, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Boulodonej, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Infiniti Q50 has problems
39 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
10Engine
8Electrical system
6Steering
5Air bags
4Power train
3Seat belts
3Fuel/propulsion system
3Vehicle speed control
2Lane departure
1110 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 10 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 |
| Air bags | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 2 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 11 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2016 Infiniti Q50 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Steering: automated/adaptive steering
Risk. If the vehicle does not steer as the driver anticipates, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Infiniti.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Q50 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Q50 median. How we score
'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Infiniti Q50 safety ratings
2016 Infiniti Q50 4 DR RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.7% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Q50 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My 2016 Q50 was driving strangely, but no indicator light came on the dashboard. I took the vehicle to the dealer where I purchased it and was told that the engine is dying. No other information was given to me. I called the service advisor asking what in particular was wrong with my car, but he…
Something happened to cause power loss. I checked the recalls and work that was supposed to be performed but didn’t get done like it was supposed to. I need to have it checked now asap! I see 2 engine replacements and also the turbos and 2 of the catalytic converters. The last 2 need replacing as…
The vehicle experienced a failure while driving, producing heavy smoke and requiring the car to be stopped immediately. The “Low Oil Pressure – Stop Vehicle” warning light illuminated on 2/19/2026. The vehicle was subsequently taken to an Infiniti dealership for inspection. Upon evaluation, the…
Own a 2016 Q50?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.