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.
2017 Infiniti Q50Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 63 owner complaints about the 2017 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 October 18, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Infiniti Q50 has problems
63 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
17Engine1 crash/fire/injury
10Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
8Electrical system
8Fuel/propulsion system
7Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
5Seats
5Power train
4Wheels
4Steering
179 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 17 | 1 |
| Air bags | 10 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Seats | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 1 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 17 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2017 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 · 2019 Q1
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator may crack and release the gas needed to properly deploy the air…
repaired · 2018 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. An engine stall can increase 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
2017 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Infiniti Q50 safety ratings
2017 Infiniti Q50 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- 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.
I have had several major problems with this car's engine. Once it shut down (was detecting no oil but was full) while on the interstate. Had to replace the radiator fan assembly and module. Coolant Leaks
My vehicle has been stalling and burning/leaking oil internally for some time now with white smoke coming from the rear. Well Infiniti sent a post card and stated that the emission warranty is extended for 120,000 miles which my vehicle has had the issue for some time and it was already over 120k…
The engine and turbo system failed in my 2017 Infiniti Q50 Signature Edition (VIN [XXX] ). The vehicle remains at CarMax Naperville, where it has been since March 2025. Internal repair orders show CarMax performed two failed inspections in August 2020 before selling the vehicle as “CarMax…
Own a 2017 Q50?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.