Model year
2021 Infiniti Q50
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 6 complaints for the 2021 Infiniti Q50 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (2), AIR BAGS (1), ENGINE (1). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 22–23 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,550–$3,750, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2014 169 complaints
- 2015 126 complaints
- 2016 39 complaints
- 2017 63 complaints
- 2018 44 complaints
- 2019 30 complaints
- 2020 3 complaints
- 2021 6 complaints
- 2022 1 complaints
- 2023 8 complaints
- 2024 0 complaints
Recalls
21V599000 · Aug 2, 2021
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Nissan 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…
21V402000 · May 27, 2021
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE; STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
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.
21V234000 · Apr 4, 2021
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Nissan 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.
Complaints
6 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 5 · possibility 0.097 | — |
| 4 DR RWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 5 · possibility 0.097 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q50 · 3L · Automatic (S7) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 29 | 23 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Q50 AWD · 3L · Automatic (S7) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 27 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
| Q50 Red Sport · 3L · Automatic (S7) · Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 | 26 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
| Q50 Red Sport AWD · 3L · Automatic (S7) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
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