2015 INFINITI QX50 problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 3 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2015 INFINITI QX50 has 3 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 QX50 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 QX50 (this page) | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 QX50 | 19 | 0 |
| 2017 QX50 | 13 | 0 |
Limited NHTSA data — only 3 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily.
Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data.
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
NHTSA crash-test safety ratings
Driver-assist features on the tested model: Electronic stability control: Standard · Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program — tested configuration: 2015 Infiniti QX50 SW AWD. Stars rate crash protection in NHTSA's tests, not overall reliability — see the owner-complaint data below for what actually goes wrong.
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
The car started normally and after driving about a quarter of a mile I was suddenly coasting without power. The engine just quit. Without power steering and brakes I was still able to guide it to the curb and come to a safe stop. What I attempted to restart the car it acted…
The contact owns a 2015 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Infiniti qx50. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the auto dimming feature was fractured causing it to be very difficult to see at night. The failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was…
Common questions
Is the 2015 Infiniti QX50 reliable?
Limited NHTSA data. Only 3 owner complaints have been filed for the 2015 Infiniti QX50, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2015 Infiniti QX50?
Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2015 INFINITI QX50 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What should I check before buying a used 2015 Infiniti QX50?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2015 Infiniti QX50 to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2015 Infiniti QX50 a good used car to buy?
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 3 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2015 Infiniti QX50?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Infiniti QX50 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2015 Infiniti QX50?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 3 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.