Infiniti Q50 Hybrid Problems by Year
NHTSA has 24 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Infiniti Q50 Hybrid, across 5 model years (2014–2018). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (20). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
Infiniti Q50 Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Q50 Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 Q50 Hybrid: 20 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2015 Q50 Hybrid: 4 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Infiniti Q50 Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Infiniti Q50 Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Q50 Hybrid | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2017 Q50 Hybrid | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2016 Q50 Hybrid | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2015 Q50 Hybrid | 4 | 2 | 5★ | Electronic Stability Control (esc) | |
| 2014 Q50 Hybrid | 20 | 5 | 5★ | Steering |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Infiniti Q50 Hybrid years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (20), 2015 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Infiniti Q50 Hybrid?
Steering, with 8 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Infiniti Q50 Hybrid have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.