2021 Infiniti Q50: common problems and reliability
One of the better Q50 years.
6 owner complaints, most about vehicle speed control. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2021 Q50?The 2021 Infiniti Q50 has 6 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are vehicle speed control and power train.
Safety record for the 2021 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Infiniti Q50 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Q50 years only. How we score it
Is 2021 a good year for the Q50?
Across the 10 Q50 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2022) to 351 (2014). With 6 complaints, the 2021 Q50 sits below the model's median of 39.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2021 Q50
suspension:rear:axle:spindle
Campaign 21V402000Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.
back over prevention:display function
Campaign 21V599000Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Infinity Q50, Q60, and QX80 vehicles. A software error may deactivate the audio/video control unit screen, preventing the rear-view image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software
Campaign 21V234000Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2021 INFINITI Q50 and Q60 vehicles. After detecting rapid acceleration, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may incorrectly reduce engine power and reduce fuel supply to the engine.
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Q50. See the full Q50 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Q50 listings typically run $13,295–$21,999 across 2014 to 2024 model years.
Other Q50 model years
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