Worst 2021 Infiniti Qx50 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Engine & Cooling
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Infiniti Qx50.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 5 | — | — | 84,564 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 5 | — | — | 62,000 mi | |
| Brakes | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2021 Infiniti Qx50
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~458,175 vehicles.
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.
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.
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2021 Infiniti Qx50 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Infiniti Qx50 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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