2014 Infiniti Q70: common problems and reliability

The 2014 Infiniti Q70 has 2 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are air bags. Owners most often flag outdated and problematic infotainment system — described as overly complicated, slow, and a generation behind; bluetooth connectivity issues with multiple phones. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2014 model year

2
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2014 Infiniti Q70 vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

air bags
2

Recalls affecting the 2014 Q70

power train:driveline:driveshaft

Campaign 20V755000

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Infiniti M56, 2012-2013 M35 Hybrid, and 2014 Q70 and Q70 Hybrid vehicles. These models, equipped with 2WD and with a hybrid or VK56 powertrain, have a dr…

power train:driveline:driveshaft

Campaign 24V470000

Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2011-2013 M56, 2012-2013 M35 Hybrid, 2014-2018 Q50, Q70 Hybrid, 2014-2019 Q70, and 2015-2019 Q70L two-wheel drive vehicles. The driveshaft can fatigue and break.…

engine and engine cooling:engine

Campaign 14V583000

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Infiniti M35 hybrid vehicles manufactured April 7, 2012, to September 9, 2013, 2014 Infiniti Q50 hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 201…

power train:automatic transmission

Campaign 14V582000

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 hybrid vehicles manufactured October 16, 2013, to January 27, 2014, and Infiniti Q70 hybrid vehicles manufactured November 7, 2013, to…

What owners say across generations

Mixed to positive sentiment, heavily dependent on engine choice and model year. The naturally aspirated 3.7L V6 (VQ37VHR) and 5.6L V8 (VK56VD) engines are widely praised for their strong power, reliability, and longevity, with the 3.7L noted as being "rock sol

  • Outdated and problematic infotainment system — described as overly complicated, slow, and a generation behind; Bluetooth connectivity issues with multiple phones. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Unresponsive 7-speed automatic transmission — significant lag and delay in kick-down, especially in default and Eco modes; harsh, noticeable shifts; described as having a "dead spot" and being sluggish. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Poor fuel economy — consistently reported as a downside for both the 3.7L V6 and 5.6L V8 engines. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Catalytic converter failure (5.6L V8) — can clog around 100,000 miles; requires engine removal for replacement, leading to very high repair costs (~$3,000+ for labor alone). Frequency: recurrent.
  • Transmission valve body/TCM failure — can cause limp mode (P0720/P0717 codes), harsh shifting, and requires expensive replacement; electrical issues in the harness can mimic this failure. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Q70.

Typical used price

Used Q70 listings typically run $13,394–$19,355 across 2014 to 2019 model years.

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