2016 Infiniti Q50 problems
The Infiniti Q50 is a compact executive car manufactured by Nissan for its luxury brand, Infiniti. Replacing the G/Q40 sedan, it debuted at the 2013 North American International Auto Show and went on sale in North America in the third quarter 2013 and in Europe in fourth quarter 2013. It is the export model of the Japanese domestic market's V37 Nissan Skyline.
The design of the Q50 continues to follow the designs first shown by the 2009 Infiniti Essence concept and the production 2011 Infiniti M. The Q50 is also the first instance of a hybrid model in Infiniti's entry-level model but was later removed for the 2019 model year.
First generation
Q50 sedan (2013–)
The design was based on Infiniti Essence (crescent-cut C-pillar, deep body section, asymmetrical cabin layout, interior finishes) and Infiniti Etherea (headlights, three-dimensional double-arch grille, interior finishes). The production Q50 design was frozen in June 2011, after being designed by Joel Baek under Shiro Nakamura.
The Q50 sedan was unveiled at the 2013 North American International Auto Show, followed by the 2013 Canadian International AutoShow, 2013 Geneva Motor Show (with Hybrid and 2.2d), 2013 Dubai International Motor Show, Auto Guangzhou Motor Show in China (with 2.0-liter (214PS) turbocharged engine from Daimler AG (Mercedes-Benz)), and Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong.
Early US and Canada models include 3.7-liter V6 (333PS), 3.5-liter Hybrid (364 PS), each in a choice of rear-wheel drive or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and in a selection of trim levels, including Sport models.
US models went on sale in August 2013.
Early Canadian models include 3.7-liter V6 (Q50 RWD, Q50 Sport RWD, Q50 Premium AWD, Q50 Premium AWD Navi, Q50 Premium AWD Navi and Deluxe Touring and Tech, Q50 Sport AWD, Q50 Sport AWD Deluxe Touring and Tech) and 3.5-liter Hybrid (Q50 Hybrid Premium RWD, Q50 Hybrid Premium AWD, Q50 Hybrid Sport AWD).
The early European models included 2.2d and hybrid. Infiniti's 2.0 RWD (211 PS) model was added in 2014.
In China the 2014 Q50 3.7L was sold as an imported vehicle until production in China could begin. The 2.0 RWD (211 PS) model and the Q50 Hybrid also joined the line up.
Middle East models was set to go on sale in spring 2014 as 2014 model year vehicles. Early models include 3.7-liter V6 and 3.5-liter Hybrid, both in rear-wheel drive.
Australian models went on sale in February 2014, launching with the 2.2d diesel and 3.5 gasoline hybrid models.
Hong Kong models went on sale as 2014 model year vehicles.
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Common 2016 Infiniti Q50 problems
The Infiniti Q50, a luxury sports sedan, has been reported to have several common problems by its owners, despite its above-average reliability score of 4.0 out of 5.0 on RepairPal. This problem is caused by the seals inside the master cylinder wearing out, leading to a loss of hydraulic pressure in the brake system.
Another issue that Q50 owners have experienced is premature brake wear. This problem can be attributed to the wear and tear of the brake pads and rotors due to frequent braking, especially in heavy traffic or during long drives. This can lead to a decrease in the vehicle's stopping power, increasing the risk of accidents.
Tire issues are also common in the Infiniti Q50. Premature tire wear is a problem that many Q50 owners have reported. This issue is often caused by the vehicle's alignment being off, which can lead to uneven tire wear and decreased fuel efficiency. Regular tire rotations and alignments can help prevent this issue.
Steering wheel difficulties are another problem that some Q50 owners have experienced. Some have reported that their power assist system malfunctioned, making it difficult to steer the car straight. This issue can be caused by a problem with the power steering system or the steering rack and pinion assembly.
In addition to these issues, some Q50 owners have reported engine seizure, which can be caused by low oil levels or a manufacturing defect. This issue can lead to a complete engine replacement, which can be expensive. Regular maintenance, such as checking the oil level and getting a yearly wheel alignment, can help prevent this issue.
Lastly, some Q50 owners have reported issues with the car's starting system. A weak or dead 12v battery or corrosion on the battery contacts can lead to reduced current flow, causing the car not to start. Regular battery maintenance and cleaning can help prevent this issue.
In conclusion, while the Infiniti Q50 is a reliable vehicle, it is not without its problems. Regular maintenance and addressing issues promptly can help ensure the vehicle's longevity and reliability.
Is the 2016 Q50 reliable?
How Reliable Is the 2016 Infiniti Q50? The Q50 earns a reliability score of 2.5 out of five from J.D. Power. That's a below-average score for the industry in general, and it's one of the lowest scores in the luxury small car class.
Do INFINITI Q50 have transmission problems?
INFINITI Q50 Transmission Problems
One of the most common signs is when your transmission shifts gears but the result of those shifts are delayed. Transmission fluid leaks are the most common and urgent sign you need a transmission fluid change or potentially even a complete flush service.
What year Q50 is most reliable?
All in all, the most reliable Infiniti Q50 year is the 2021 Infiniti Q50. However, you'll generally be safe purchasing a used Infiniti Q50 from any time after 2015. The more recent you go with these cars, the more reliable they become (even though their asking prices also go up).
How many miles can a 2016 INFINITI Q50 last?
With proper maintenance, the Infiniti Q50 can last up to 200,000 miles. If you typically drive around 15,000 miles yearly, you can expect the Q50 to remain reliable for approximately 15 to 20 years.
2016 Infiniti Q50 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Infiniti Q50 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Steering problems
- Air bags problems
- Power train problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2016 Infiniti Q50
The NHTSA has received 27 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2016 Infiniti Q50. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-13
- VIN: JN1FV7AP5GM
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The car has only 50,000 miles and the valve body of the car just burnt out. I’ve done all the mandatory/ recommended maintenance and with the history of the brand I expected better quality of their product. Would greatly appreciate the accountability on this issue and some effort to fix this for the population.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-07
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated upon attempting to drive from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that upon attempting to drive the vehicle 30 minutes later, the vehicle responded as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed that the valve body had failed. The mechanic determined that the valve body and the entire transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure and charged a fee for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,636. The VIN was not available.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-16
- VIN: JN1CV7AP2GM
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My vehicle has been having issues for several months now. I have taken it to Nissan, an auto shop, and Infiniti and no one has been able to find out what’s wrong with it, why it stalls to start on a cold start. Infiniti has had my car for a month now because they believe it’s the fuel pressure sensor and they are waiting on the part, for which they have no estimated time of arrival, but they are not sure is that is what is wrong with the car.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-22
- VIN: JN1FV7AR9GM
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Internal engine mechanical issues, infiniti of bridgewater diagnosis. The engine cut off midway while driving on the highway. Vehicle received an engine replacement 1-2 years ago from Infiniti of edison (ray catena) who were shut down after the replacement. There was absolutely no warnings or problems before hand.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-13
- VIN: JN1EV7AP3GM
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle failed to accelerate and stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of fuel even when the vehicle was driven a short distance. The contact stated that the rear driver’s and passenger’s side door latches were inoperable and failed to securely lock. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-24
- VIN: JN1FV7AP6GM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for an oil change. The contact stated while driving to the residence, the RPMs and the speedometer were intermittently dim, and the daytime running lights were intermittently inoperable. Additionally, the contact stated that the front passenger's side seat belt light indicated that the seat belt was not buckled even though the front passenger’s seat was unoccupied. The contact stated that upon buckling the front passenger's side seat belt, the seat belt warning light turned off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-12
- VIN: JN1CV7AP7GM
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Airbag sensor light stays on instrument panel due to an issue with passenger airbag sensor under passenger seat.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-14
- VIN: JN1EV7AP9GM
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V244000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 169,000.
POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-08
- VIN: JN1EV7AR2GM
- Components: POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: this car is being sold at nice car inc and they have erased codes from car air bags wont deploy if and accident occurs 1 turbo on car doesnt work and the car smokes runs hot the and will shut off or wont Accelerate over 10 miles per hr I was not aware of this until after purchase and i had car checked out that is dangerous and hazardous they also have called using my name pretending to be me and made false insurance claims the car… I could only upload so much but a certified mechanic stated they deleted codes from vehicle and its not listed on carfax they give. They are endangering lives of Americans and scamming insurance companies because the car doesnt have safety features that should work
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-01
- VIN: JN1EV7AR1GM
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns the 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle would shake and decelerate independently. The check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact diagnosed the failure as a stuck open fuel injector. Additionally, there was a fuel odor present. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-11
- VIN: JN1CV7AR3GM
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: On 12/11/21 my vehicle had limited turning (left or right) capability. The vehicle has < than 23K miles, was purchased at Bommarito Infiniti, and has been serviced at the same dealership since I purchased it. I bought the vehicle new and drove it over the last 5 years as a back-up vehicle to a Chevy Cruze (w/greater than 180K miles on it and no faulty parts). I did not purchase the extended warranty because it was supposedly a reliable vehicle, based on my prior history/ownership of a 2006 G50. I made timely payments for 5 years, performed all of the required maintenance, and took my car in for all of the Infiniti “recalls.” After the ability to turn failed, I took the vehicle to Bommarito Infiniti for a diagnostic and routine oil change. The steering diagnostic found 3 leaks on the steering rack and pinion., (no oil was visible on the ground). I did not have any warning lights for low steering fluid or service required indicators, but the dealership stated the power steering fluid was low. I contacted Infiniti Consumer Affairs department for review of the faulty part, considering that I had less than 23k miles on the vehicle. Stewart at Infiniti Consumer Affairs stated that the claim for repair assistance was denied due to the vehicle being out of warranty and the "lack of service history" with Bommarito Infiniti. When I questioned him about defining/explaining what he meant by the lack of history, he could not explain his statement. He placed me on hold, and then returned only to reiterate his previous statement. I then informed him and verified with the dealership that I did not deny any required repair or service that was recommended/required. The dealership also stated that the rack and pinion that was installed on my Q50 had to be a faulty part because this is the 1st time that a 2016 Q50 with less than 36k miles has ever needed this part replaced. This is a safety issue and a crash waiting to happen!
BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-15
- VIN: JN1EV7AR3GM
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the center display control unit would glitch inadvertently and constantly restart, which led to the rearview camera and GPS failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the display control unit failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the center display control unit had completely failed. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V599000 (Back Over Prevention). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that they could not assist as the vehicle was out of warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 52,000.
SEAT BELTS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-15
- VIN: JN1EV7AP2GM
- Components: SEAT BELTS,SEATS
- Summary: SEAT SENSOR PROBLEM ON PASSENGER SIDE, SEAT BELT LIGHT ON WITHOUT PERSON SEAT IN, FIX MANY TIME STILL COME BACK.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-04
- VIN: JN1EV7APXGM
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked before stalling. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine was faulty. After replacing the engine, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired several times before the engine was replaced. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-01
- VIN: JN1FV7AP7GM
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: CHASSIS CONTROL SYSTEM ERROR MESSAGE COMES UP. NORMAL DRIVING. PARKED AND NEXT DAY ERROR MESSAGE DISPLAYS. DRIVING NOT YET AFFECTED. DEALERSHIP SAYS THEY KNOW OF ERROR MESSAGE.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-06
- VIN: JN1FV7AP4GM
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INFINITI Q50. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED TO THE LEFT INDEPENDENTLY, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT REGAINED CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE PRIOR TO THE ENGINE FAILURE WARNING LIGHT BEING ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO INFINITI OF ONTARIO LOCATED AT 2192 INLAND EMPIRE BLVD, ONTARIO, CA 91764, TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE STEERING SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF FAILURE AND A CASE WAS FILED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 40,694. *LN*JB
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-27
- VIN: JN1EV7AP9GM
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: BRIDGESTONE POTENZA RE97AS TIRES ARE DELAMINATING AND PEELING AWAY IN STRIPS AND AREAS THAT APPEAR TO BE AIR POCKETS ARE BEING EXPOSED AND OPENED UP AS THE TREAD WEARS. DOT EJ UP CCM1516. TIRES HAVE APPROXIMATELY 25K MILES ON THEM AND ALWAYS WERE UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS, FLORIDA ONLY CAR.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-22
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JN1EV7ARXGM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHILE ACCELERATING, THE DRIVER SWITCHED THE VEHICLE FROM MANUAL SHIFT MODE TO AUTOMATIC. THE DRIVER NOTED A SIGNIFICANT INCREASE IN MEASURED RPM VIA THE TACHOMETER AS IF THE VEHICLE "JUMPED INTO A LOWER GEAR OR FAILED TO FIND A GEAR." THE DRIVER NOTED THAT THE REAR TIRES LOST TRACTION, CAUSING THE CAR TO TURN TOWARDS THE LEFT. SHORTLY AFTER, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED. *DT CONSUMER STATED HE WAS TURNING INTO THE ENTRANCE RAMP WHEN THE VEHICLE FISH TAILED CAUSING IT TO FLIP. *JB
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-03
- VIN: JN1CV7AP5GM
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT THE RED LIGHT. THIS VEHICLE HAS A STOP-START SYSTEM. WHEN I PUT MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE, I SHOWED SYSTEM FAILURE AND DID NOT START THE ENGINE. I BROUGHT THIS TO INIFITNI DEALER, THERE WAS THE SAME RECALL ON DIFFERENT VIN. THEY COULD NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT THIS SAFETY CONCERN.
STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-23
- VIN: JN1EV7AP9GM
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: MY INFINITI Q50 WILL, AT RANDOM, HEAVILY PULL AND SHIFT ACROSS MULTIPLE LANES OF TRAFFIC. THE PULLING IS WORSE DURING ACCELERATION AND HAS HAD AT LEAST THREE ALIGNMENTS IN 2018 IN ATTEMPT TO CORRECT THE ISSUE. INFINITI HAS BEEN UNABLE TO FULLY RESOLVE THE PULLING AND THE TECHNICIAN, IN HIS OWN WORDS, DESCRIBED THE VEHICLE AS DRAMATIC AND UNSAFE. ADDITIONALLY, INFINITI HAS REPLACED MY DRIVER MIRROR TWICE IN EFFORTS TO REDUCE VIBRATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE MIRROR WILL VIBRATE MAKING VISIBILITY AND USE OF THE DRIVER MIRROR LIMITED TO NOT USABLE AT ALL.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-02-18
- VIN: JN1FV7AP8GM
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE WINDOW REGULATOR ASSEMBLY IS DEFECTIVE ON A VARIETY OF INFINITI Q50 MODELS. THIS IS A VERY COMMON COMPLAINT AND SOME DEALERS ARE AWARE OF IT. THIS IS MORE FREQUENT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FROM WHAT HAS BEEN POSTED ONLINE. THIS INITIALLY PRESENTS ITSELF AS A RATTLE WHICH CAN BE HEARD DURING BASS NOTES WITH A FREQUENCY OF 50-100HZ. ~70HZ FROM MY TEST. THE WINDOW BASICALLY GETS OFF THE TRACK AND THIS CAN CAUSE A SAFETY ISSUE IF THE WINDOW SHATTERS DUE TO A MECHANICAL FAILURE OF THE WINDOW REGULATOR ASSEMBLY WHICH CAN POTENTIALLY PUT STRESS ON THE WINDOW. ALSO, THIS CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS IF THE WINDOW REGULATOR FAILS DURING A DAY IN WHICH THE WEATHER INVOLVES RAIN OR SNOW AND THE DRIVER IS UNABLE TO ROLL UP THEIR WINDOW. I TOOK MY CAR TO A INFINITI DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER ONLY PAYS THEM A FLAT RATE TO INSPECT THE CAR SO ESSENTIALLY IT WAS NOT WORTH THEIR TIME TO INSPECT IT.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-18
- VIN: JN1EV7AP1G<
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY WITH NO VEHICLES IN CLOSE DISTANCE IN FRONT OR ON THE SIDE OF ME.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-15
- VIN: JN1CV7ARXGM
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INFINITI Q50. WHILE AT A STOP, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO ECONOMY MODE AND SHUT OFF. THE START/ON/OFF WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND TAKEN TO INFINITI OF COCONUT CREEK (5501 WEST SAMPLE RD, COCONUT CREEK, FL 954-861-6100) AND WAS DIAGNOSED THAT IT WAS PERFORMING AS EXPECTED. LATER, THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V476000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE SAME DEALER AND REPAIRED PER THE RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND MADE A NOTE OF THE CONTACT'S CALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,500.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-23
- VIN: JN1CV7AP4GM
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WE TOOK OUR CAR IN FOR ITS FIRST OIL CHANGE AT A OIL LUBE BUSINESS AND AFTERWARD OUR CAR'S ENGINE SEIZED UP ABOUT 4 MILES DOWN THE ROAD, AND COMPLETELY DESTROYED ITSELF. AFTER INVESTIGATING, IT SEEMS THE OIL TECH MAY HAVE DAMAGED THE OIL FILTER ASSEMBLY'S DELICATE END TIP PIECE UNBEKNOWNST TO HIM. IT IS INCONCLUSIVE IF HE DAMAGED IT OR BROKE IT OFF. AT A LATER DATE THIS OIL LUBE BUSINESS GAVE US AN INFINITI TBS THEY GOT FROM OUR INFINITI DEALERSHIP, THAT THEY NOR I, HAD EVER SEEN. ALSO IT DOES NOT SEEM TO BE FILED WITH ANYONE NOR THE NHTSA. THE TBS CLAIMS THAT THIS PART BREAKS VERY EASILY IF NOT PROPERLY HANDLED. ALSO WHEN OUR PROBLEM WAS DIAGNOSED BY AN INFINITI TECH, HE TOLD US THIS PART BREAKS SO OFTEN, THAT THEY HAVE TO KEEP THE ITEM IN STOCK IN THEIR PARTS DEPARTMENT. HE ALSO SAID THE PART WAS MISSING FROM THE ENGINE IMPLYING THAT THE OIL LUBE BUSINESS HAD BROKEN IT OFF, AND KNOWINGLY PUT A BROKEN PART BACK IN. BUT PER VIDEO THAT WAS GIVEN TO US, THAT IS INCONCLUSIVE. ALL WE SEE IN THE VIDEO IS THE OIL TECH HOLDING THE PART FROM THE DELICATE END OF THE OIL FILTER ASSEMBLY. PER THE INFINITI TBS AND THEIR TECH'S OWN WORDS TO US, THE PROBLEM STEMS FROM THE FIRST OIL CHANGE WHERE THE FILTER IS VERY HARD TO GET OFF THE FIRST TIME. HENCE MANY PEOPLE TEND TO OVER STRESS THE PART AND THE VERY DELICATE PLASTIC END TIP WILL GET DAMAGED OR BREAK OFF DURING THE OIL CHANGE. I BELIEVE THIS PART IS DEFECTIVE AND BUILT VERY WEAK WITH A PLASTIC MATERIAL THAT CAN'T HANDLE ANY STRESS ON IT. IF DURING AN OIL CHANGE BY A DIY OR ANOTHER OIL LUBE BUSINESS LIKE "JIFFY LUBE" WHO DON'T KNOW THIS TBS EXISTS (WHICH WE DID NOT BECAUSE INFINITI KEPT IT FOR THEIR OWN TECHS), THEN THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE DAMAGED PART TO BE REINSERTED IN THE ENGINE WHERE IT COMPLETELY COMES OFF INSIDE AND RUINS THE ENTIRE ENGINE. THIS COULD BE A LIFE THREATENING HAZARD ON THE ROAD IF ENGINE COMES APART!
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-29
- VIN: JN1EV7AP8GM
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THERE IS A DANGEROUS DESIGN/ENGINEERING FLAW IN THE INFINITI STEER-BY-WIRE SYSTEM AND INFINITI REFUSES TO EVEN ACKNOWLEDGE IT. THE CAR IS INCAPABLE OF DRIVING IN A STRAIGHT LINE, IS CONSTANTLY DRIFTING TO EITHER THE RIGHT OR TO THE LEFT AND REQUIRES A STEERING ADJUSTMENT EVERY FEW SECONDS. ON A LONG DRIVE, ON A HWY, THIS IS NOT ONLY FATIGUING IN THE ARMS BUT FATIGUING MENTALLY, AS WELL, AS THE DRIVER CAN NEVER RELAX. I'VE HAD THE CAR TO THE DEALER 4X AND WHILE THE SERVICE PEOPLE HAVE PRIVATELY ADMITTED TO ME THAT THE PROBLEM EXISTS, THEIR CONSUMER AFFAIRS PEOPLE (CUSTOMER SERVICE) CLAIM THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR AND IS PERFORMING CORRECTLY WITHIN ITS DESIGN PARAMETERS. MOST PEOPLE DON'T NOTICE IT AND EVEN I DIDN'T NOTICE IT UNTIL I HIT A STRAIGHT-AWAY ON AN INTERSTATE HWY. THE DEALER DID A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, JUST TO SEE IF IT WOULD HELP BUT IT DID NOT. THE SERVICE MANAGER ACKNOWLEDGED THAT I AM NOT THE FIRST PERSON WHO HAS NOTICED THE PROBLEM BUT THEY CAN'T HELP ANYBODY BECAUSE INFINITI WON'T EVEN ACKNOWLEDGE THE PROBLEM EXISTS, SO THERE IS NOTHING THAT CAN BE FIXED. I TOOK THE SERVICE MANAGER FOR A RIDE AND PROVED TO HIM THE CAR DRIFTS. HE WAS AMAZED. THE DANGER COMES IN THE MENTAL AND PHYSICAL FATIGUE, PLUS WHILE IN THE PERFECT WORLD WE NEVER GIVE ANYTHING BUT 100% PERFECT CONCENTRATION TO OUR DRIVING, WE CAN'T HELP IT...SOMETIMES OUR MIND WANDERS OR WE'RE DISTRACTED. DOING THAT IN A CAR THAT WILL NOT DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS, AS THE CAR CAN VEER OFF VERY QUICKLY. THIS IS THE FIRST COMPLAINT LIKE THIS I HAVE EVER FILED. IN FACT, THIS IS MY 4TH INFINITI AND UNTIL NOW, THEY ALL HAD PERFECT STEERING BUT NOW I'M STUCK WITH A 3 YEAR LEASE IN A DANGEROUS STEER-BY-WIRE CAR. AT THE VERY LEAST, THIS SHOULD BE INVESTIGATED AND THE INVESTIGATOR SHOULD NOT BE SWAYED BY INFINITI TELLING THEM THE CAR MEETS ITS DESIGN PARAMETERS. *TR
2016 Infiniti Q50 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2016 Infiniti Q50.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's numbers for this recall are R24A5 and R24A7.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Infiniti Q50 and 2017 Infiniti Q60 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. Incorrect Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) software may allow the fuel level in the main tank to be too low to supply fuel to the engine, causing the engine to stall while driving.
- Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and Infiniti dealers will reprogram the Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began August 29, 2017. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, to December 11, 2015, and Infiniti Q50 Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012, to December 17, 2015. The Direct Adaptive Steering system may experience an error at vehicle start up altering the vehicle's steering responsiveness and turning radius.
- Consequence: If the vehicle does not steer as the driver anticipates, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Negative 2016 Infiniti Q50 car reviews
Positive 2016 Infiniti Q50 car reviews
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What a lovely Luxury Sports Sedan & AWD! You can't beat it. The acceleration is great, and the braking is fantastic. I've never owned a $45k car before, and I always wondered what the big deal was. I always settled for something less, but not this time. I went all out!! I haven't seen the 20 MPG in the city yet, but I'm getting around 15 MPG.
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I have driven this car, the 2016 AWD Hybrid S, for 50,000 km (30k miles) and I am still very happy with it. It is way faster than my previous V8 Lexus GS, yet a lot more economical, using only about 30-40% less fuel, which is great, especially since this is the AWD version. I quite enjoy the DAS steering that can be set up to one's preferences. At this point, nothing has failed on the car, and the interior still looks great. However, the automated wipers come on a bit late when it's raining, and the alloy wheels are quite prone to scratching from curbs.
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Your car sounds amazing! It's fully loaded with all the options available and has incredible acceleration with no Turbo lag. I'm glad to hear that you're getting used to the DAS system. It's a shame that there's no Android Auto or Apple Carplay and no ventilated seats, but it's still a great car. It's flying under the radar and not too many people know about it, which is pretty cool. I hope you continue to have no mechanical issues, and even though the gas mileage is only 20 mpg, it sounds like it's worth it for the fun!
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It's great to see what you can get in this price range. You'll love the amazing style, power at 400 hp, and the latest technology. The menus and touch screen are easy to use, and the sound system is awesome!
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This has been a wonderful car! It's comfortable, very reliable, and as fast as ever needed. Plus, it's relatively cheap to maintain. I do have to disagree with the 'professional reviews' - those people have not lived with it. While the Bose system is a bit average and there are no Car Play upgrades, the map update was a bit costly and a negative. The only other negative I will say is that Infiniti has not updated the model - they succeeded with a winner and yet let it age and fall behind. However, I still highly recommend this car!
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Dorcas Cassin 2024-09-06
I love the way it handles! It's super quick and the steering tightness is just perfect. The ride is very smooth too. However, I do wish I had paid a bit more attention to the size and weight of the trunk. It's really heavy and slams down really fast, which scares me when my two teenage girls open and close it. Also, there isn't a lot of space in the console areas for storage, and the leg room in the backseat is a bit limited for passengers. Overall, I would give the ride, handling, and sturdiness a 5 out of 5, but the space could be improved.
Howard Senger 2024-08-09
Although the car looks nice and has some promising features, my personal experience with the Q50 2.0T was not great. I may have had high expectations due to my positive experience with my previous Hyundai Azera, which I loved and had no issues with. Unfortunately, the Q50 2.0T had a fume smell in the car for the first 4 months, but it was eventually fixed. Additionally, the cooling fan would run loudly after shutting off the car, which was a bit disruptive to my neighborhood. The screens would also go blank randomly while driving, and the passenger and driver windows would go down slowly and make noise. Overall, I believe Infiniti could learn a lot from Hyundai on how to build more reliable and consistent cars.
Trace Miller 2024-03-03
I've owned my 2016 Red Sport for 5 years now. Although the car has great performance from the engine, the headlights are unfortunately not up to par. It's a safety concern and I would caution potential buyers. However, the car has a nice interior and good looks. I was disappointed to receive a letter from INFINITI stating that the 3G module is no longer being supported, but I plan to drive this car for another 2 years. While I am disappointed with the lack of upgrade options, I understand that technology changes quickly. I test drove a 2021 Q50 red sport and while the headlights are still not perfect, the car is still a great option. Overall, I have had a positive experience with INFINITI and would recommend them to others.