2016 Infiniti Q50 vs 2018 Infiniti Q50
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Infiniti Q50 | 2018 Infiniti Q50 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 39 | 43 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 209 | 159 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–30 | 22–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Infiniti Q50 | Infiniti Q50 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 10 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 6 |
| Steering | 6 | 1 |
| Power Train | 4 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2016 Infiniti Q50
2018 Infiniti Q50
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.