2014 Infiniti Q50: common problems and reliability

The 2014 Infiniti Q50 has 351 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 8 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are steering and electrical system. Owners most often flag turbocharger failures (vr30 3.0t engine) — very frequent concerns, specifically for 2016-2017 models; infiniti extended warranty on turbos noted. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2014 model year

351
Owner complaints
8
Recalls
25
Crash reports
4
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2014 Infiniti Q50 vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

steering
161
electrical system
86
power train
37
air bags
34
service brakes
30

Recalls affecting the 2014 Q50

steering:automated/adaptive steering

Campaign 16V430000

Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, to December 11, 2015, and Infiniti Q50 Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012,…

air bags:sensor:occupant classification

Campaign 16V244000

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 …

electrical system:software

Campaign 14V138000

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, and Sentra, model year 2013 NV200 (aka Taxi) and Infiniti JX35 and model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 and QX60 vehicles. I…

steering:electric power assist system

Campaign 13V588000

Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 vehicles equipped with Direct Adaptive Steering. The affected vehicles received a power steering software version that, should the e…

What owners say across generations

Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide. The 2014-2015 models equipped with the naturally aspirated 3.7L VQ37VHR engine are widely regarded as the more reliable choice, praised for their proven powertrain and driving engagement, though they are noted

  • Turbocharger failures (VR30 3.0t engine) — Very frequent concerns, specifically for 2016-2017 models; Infiniti extended warranty on turbos noted. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Transmission valve body failures (VQ37 3.7L engine) — Causes shifting problems, limp mode; described as a recurrent issue with a "50/50 chance" of occurrence; can require multiple replacements. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Outdated and problematic infotainment system — Described as "ancient and awful," lacking modern features like Apple CarPlay (in older models), with lag and connectivity issues. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Engine issues (VQ37 3.7L) — Includes oil leaking into spark plugs causing misfires, timing chain oil galley leaks, and overheating from cracked coolant hoses. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Hybrid system problems (Q50 Hybrid) — Includes major transmission failures, strange noises, shaking, and high repair costs (quotes up to $13,000 USD); hybrid battery longevity is a concern. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Q50.

Typical used price

Used Q50 listings typically run $14,577–$20,889 across 2015 to 2024 model years.

Other Q50 model years

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