2021 Infiniti QX50 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other QX50 years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Infiniti QX50. That ranks 2nd out of 11 QX50 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (18 complaints, 44%). Complaints mention 2 crashes, 4 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 41owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Infiniti QX50 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 18 | 44% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 8 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 20% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 17% | 90,321 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 10% | 32,059 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 2% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Infiniti QX50 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
Suspension:rear:axle:spindle; steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm
Problem: Nissan 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.
Risk: The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021. Nissan owners may contact customer service at 1-800-867-7669. INFINITI owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Complete loss of motive power due to engine failure (PE23023) — opened Dec 13, 2023, closed Jul 18, 2025, led to recall 25V437.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My wife was driving her fancy little car at night, and when she reached the halfway point (in the middle of an intersection), the ADAS apparently detected something that wasn't there and the car slammed on its brakes, putting her and other drivers at risk of a collision. She said there were all…
My 2021 Infiniti QX50 has suffered a catastrophic internal engine failure. This vehicle is explicitly covered under active federal safety recall NHTSA Campaign 25V437000 (Infiniti Campaign R25A8/A9 / R25B1/B2) for defective, failing main and link bearings. The Infiniti dealership is actively…
On June 16, 2026, a 2021 Infiniti QX50 experienced a safety-related malfunction while being driven at approximately 15â20 mph. The vehicle suddenly jerked, lost power response, displayed multiple warning lights, showed a âSystem Fault â See Ownerâs Manualâ message, and became…
The contact owns a 2021 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from under the hood. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and metal shavings were found in the oil…
There is an active and unremedied safety recall on my 2021 Infiniti QX50 (NHTSA Recall #25V-437) for a critical engine defect that can result in complete engine failure and risk of fire. The recall was issued on June 26, 2025. I am an active-duty military member stationed in Germany. I shipped my…
Other Infiniti QX50 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 QX50 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 QX50 | 4 | 1 |
| 2023 QX50 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 QX50 | 16 | 2 |
| 2021 | 41 | 2 |
| 2020 QX50 | 33 | 2 |
| 2019 QX50 | 145 | 3 |
| 2017 QX50 | 13 | 0 |
| 2016 QX50 | 19 | 0 |
| 2015 QX50 | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 QX50 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Infiniti QX50?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 18 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Infiniti QX50?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 Infiniti QX50 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other QX50 model years, the 2021 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.