Of the 78 steering complaints filed for the 2014 INFINITI Q50,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
7 (58.3%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
3 (25%)
75-100k
1 (8.3%)
100-125k
1 (8.3%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted.
Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits
and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
How fast does it fail?
Cumulative share of the 12 mileage-bearing steering complaints filed against the 2014 INFINITI Q50 by each odometer reading.
Median failure: 4,950 mi.
10% have failed by1,200 mi
Half the fleet by4,950 mi
90% have failed by94,000 mi
Curve based on owner-reported odometer mileage at the time of complaint. Reflects when owners filed, not when symptoms first appeared. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve.
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The disablement of the steering systems could result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan notified owners and arranged to have vehicles towed to the nearest Infiniti retailer. Customers were instructed not to drive their vehicles until they were repaired. Infiniti retailers provided affected customers with loaner vehicles, while the software update remedy was applied. These services were provided at no cost to the customer. Owners may contact Infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.
What owners are reporting
15 most recent
steering · 1,645 mi
· filed 12/27/2014
On 12/26/2014 & 12/27/2014 at speeds between 5 MPH & 30 MPH, the car wanted to turn itself to the right...it required drivers correction with significant force to maintain a straight line on the road. On 12-27-2014, taking the car to the Infiniti dealer (sacramento Infiniti) the problem went away after reaching freeway speeds. I left the car with the dealer service department for diagnosis &…
steering · 3,600 mi
· filed 12/26/2013
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Infiniti q50. The contact started the vehicle and the chassis control system error sensor light illuminated. When the contact attempted to drive the vehicle the power steering malfunctioned making the vehicle difficult to turn the steering wheel. The contact called the dealer and was informed that they were aware of the problem with the vehicle and she should turn the…
steering · 4,950 mi
· filed 12/18/2013
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Infiniti q50. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis however, the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 13v588000 (steering) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not…
steering · 3,200 mi
· filed 12/17/2013
No steering, steering light in dash is lite and no steering, unable to drive vehicle. *tr
steering · 1,200 mi
· filed 12/16/2013
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Infiniti q50. The contact stated that he attempted to drive in reverse, but the steering wheel failure light illuminated as the steering wheel became unresponsive. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection but they were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure…
steering · 1,000 mi
· filed 12/16/2013
Upon startup (in cold weather, but on a warm car that had only sat for 20 minutes between trips), the steering was extremely stiff. Had a steering indicator warning light(s) also show on the dash. Restarting the car several times showed that the steering would start ok (normal resistance), but that turning the wheel more than a little bit would result in a 'thud' sound, the error lights on the…
steering · 3,300 mi
· filed 12/16/2013
Unable to steer vehicle; steering wheel was not "locked", as a current Infiniti recall is addressing. Weather conditions were temp about 27degrees, about 2 inches of snow on the ground. Vehicle did not respond to steering inputs, car was drifting to the right. At some point, steering response was restored and was able to drive car home. Car is currently at the local Infiniti dealership and…
steering
· filed 12/14/2013
After parking my car in a parking lot, I wanted to adjust it to be more even. So I turned the engine on again. But then I suddenly couldn't turn the wheel. The wheel was locked up. With very firm force, I managed to turn the wheel about 15 degrees - but the actual tires themselves did not turn. The car was in "r" and did reverse, but as I could not steer it did not reverse in the direction I…
steering · 100,000 mi
· filed 12/13/2021
The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the chassis control system warning message was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V430000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the…
steering
· filed 12/09/2025
Manually have to unlock the shifter to put into gear with a key and the steering wheel is at 90 degrees all the way to the right and won't move back to standard positioning while driving.
Had steering trouble with your 2014 INFINITI Q50?
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2014 INFINITI Q50?
It's a meaningful issue. 78 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Across the 50 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 3,000 and 56,200 miles, with the median around 10,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 3,000; a quarter make it past 56,200. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover steering issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/INFINITI/Q50.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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