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2017 INFINITI Q50 electrical problems

moderate 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →

Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
What stands out

Among the 6 model years of INFINITI Q50 in our records for electrical problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering electrical on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.

Service Bulletin ITB12-011R Mar 2026

TELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION See ITB19-029 for models built after those listed above for a different Service Procedure. SERVICE INFORMATION The Applied Vehicles are equipped with a wireless communication device called a Telematics Communication Unit (TCU). With an active Infiniti Connection® or Infiniti InTouch Services™, the TCU communicates with the Infiniti Data Center to provide various security and convenience services. This bulletin contains important service procedures that must be performed properly in order to set-up and maintain the telematics system for the Applied Vehicles. Ø A table has been provided on the next page that lists the model and year specific steps required to suc

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Service Bulletin ITB23-023A Feb 2025

AEB WARNING LIGHT IS ON WITH WARNING MESSAGES DISPLAYED ON COMBINATION METER APPLIED VEHICLES: 2015-2024 Q50 (V37) 2015-2018 Q50 Hybrid (HV37) 2017-2022 Q60 (CV37) 2015-2019 Q70 (Y51) 2015-2018 Q70 Hybrid (HY51) 2019-2024 QX50 (J55) 2022-2024 QX55 (FJ55) 2015-2021 QX60 (L50) 2022-2024 QX60 (L51) 2015-2019 QX60 Hybrid (L50H) 2015-2024 QX80 (Z62) SERVICE INFORMATION The AEB system is designed to turn itself OFF during driving conditions (e.g., rain, snow, fog, etc.) that obstruct its sensors. This behavior is normal, and no repairs should be performed. When the AEB system performs an intentional shutdown, the customer may state the following:  The ICC stopped working while driving,  The AEB/

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Service Bulletin ITB17-050C Feb 2025

MIL ON WITH DTC(S) STORED IN THE ECM This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of ITB17-050.

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Service Bulletin ITB24-017A Jan 2025

ENGINE ROOM SUB-HARNESS IF YOU CONFIRM DTC P06DA-00 for “ENGINE OIL PRESSURE CONTROL” is stored as current (active) with CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus). ACTION Replace the engine room sub-harness. Refer to the SERVICE PROCEDURE in this bulletin. IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.

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Service Bulletin ITB17-060C May 2024

INTELLIGENT KEY INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE STOPS OR WILL NOT CONTINUE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.

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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 2 most recent

electrical · filed 10/06/2025

UNKNOWN Driver noticed increased volume of audio system without driver interference.

electrical · filed 10/02/2017

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Infiniti q50. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power while stopped at a light. The vehicle restarted after one attempt. The contact took the vehicle to Infiniti on camelback (1250 e camelback rd, phoenix, az 85014) where it was serviced per NHTSA campaign number: 17v476000 (fuel system, gasoline, electrical system). The remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The…

Had electrical trouble with your 2017 INFINITI Q50? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the electrical problem on the 2017 INFINITI Q50?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?

Based on the 6 complaints filed, electrical issues most often appear around 50,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical 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 electrical?

No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.

Related

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/2017/INFINITI/Q50. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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