What weaknesses does the Infiniti Q50 V37 have?

	Weakness	Cost
✖	Direct Adaptive Steering (DAS) failure — power assist loss The steer-by-wire DAS system loses power assist in cold temperatures or with transient voltage drops. Steering wheel becomes extremely heavy or momentarily locks. Three redundant ECUs but no redundant sensors — all three modules must be replaced as a set. Repair costs $3,000–7,000. NHTSA recall 16V-430 issued 2016. Symptoms: Steering wheel suddenly extremely heavy, vehicle wants to pull right at 5–30 mph, steering wheel momentarily self-turns, steering/traction control warning lights from 50,000 km Ad Direct Adaptive Steering module Q50 DAS EPS module Q50 V37 steering control unit set	High

NHTSA Owner Complaints

Below Average

456 complaints · 2014–2025

Steering

117 ⚠ 8

Electrical

83 ⚠ 3

Powertrain

73 ⚠ 3

Engine

67 ⚠ 2

Other

57 ⚠ 3

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Steering (117 complaints)

⚠ Electrical (83 complaints)

⚠ Powertrain (73 complaints)

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 27 weaknesses have been documented for the Infiniti Q50 V37 (2014–2025) — 19 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Steering, Brakes, Electronics, Body.

Q50 (VQ37VHR, 2014–2015) — Be Careful: Oil gallery gaskets fail — oil pressure drop, Electronic steering lock (ESCL) prevents engine start, Bearing wear at high mileage. Power: 330 PS.

Q50 (VR30DDTT, 2016–2025) — Be Careful: Oil pressure solenoid failure — bearing damage without warning, Turbocharger seal failure, Porous engine block — internal coolant loss. Power: 300 PS.

What to watch out for with the Infiniti Q50? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Infiniti Q50 V37 have? +

The Infiniti Q50 V37 has 19 known engine weaknesses and 8 vehicle weaknesses.

What should I look for when buying a used Infiniti Q50 V37? +

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Which engine is recommended? +

Be careful: VQ37VHR (3.7L V6), VR30DDTT (3.0L Twin-Turbo V6). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the VR30DDTT (3.0L Twin-Turbo V6).

Which Infiniti Q50 V37 engine is the most fun? +

The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Infiniti Q50 V37 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 300 hp twin-turbo V6 that's quicker than the old 3.7 and far more dramatic. The oil pressure solenoid failure is real — and when it fails, there's no warning before the engine goes. Monitor oil pressure actively. Keep oil changes at 5k miles. A well-maintained 3.0t Q50 is genuinely quick for the money.

Is the Infiniti Q50 V37 worth buying used? +

The Infiniti Q50 V37 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

What horsepower variants are available for the Infiniti Q50 V37? +

The Infiniti Q50 V37 is available with engine variants from 305 to 405 hp. Petrol: VQ37VHR (3.7L V6), VR30DDTT (3.0L Twin-Turbo V6).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee