2016 Infiniti Q50 engine problems

10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Infiniti Q50 — 26% of all complaints for this model year.

Engine complaints

26%

share of all complaints

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median reported incident mileage

0 / 0

crash / fire reports

What owners report

“My 2016 Q50 was driving strangely, but no indicator light came on the dashboard. I took the vehicle to the dealer where I purchased it and was told that the engine is dying. No other information was given to me. I called the service advisor asking what in particular was wrong with my car, but he…”
filed Jul 20, 2026
“Something happened to cause power loss. I checked the recalls and work that was supposed to be performed but didn’t get done like it was supposed to. I need to have it checked now asap! I see 2 engine replacements and also the turbos and 2 of the catalytic converters. The last 2 need replacing as…”
filed Jun 13, 2026

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.

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ITB22-038D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 4, 2025
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