Are steering problems common on the 2015 Infiniti Q50?

NHTSA lists 28 steering complaints for the 2015 Q50, which is 22% of the 126 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2015 Infiniti Q50 steering issues?

Yes. Recall 16V430000 covers the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software on 2014-2016 Q50 and Q50 Hybrid models; Nissan dealers reprogram the ECU free of charge.

At what mileage do steering problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2015 Q50 is 17,000 miles.

Did the 2015 Q50 steering problems cause any crashes?

NHTSA data lists 3 crashes and 1 injury among the 28 steering-related complaints for the 2015 Q50.

How does the 2015 Q50 compare to other years for steering complaints?

The 2014 Q50 has more steering complaints (78, 46% share) than the 2015 model (28, 22% share), while later years like 2017 and 2018 have far fewer.

2015 Infiniti Q50 Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 28 steering complaints for the 2015 Infiniti Q50, 22% of that year's 126 total complaints, with 3 crashes and 1 injury reported. A related recall (16V430000) covers the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software.

Steering complaints: 28; 22% of 126
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 17,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of steering control or delayed turning response, in one case leading to a crash on a residential street.
Some describe the car pulling hard to one side on its own, requiring significant force to keep it straight, sometimes tied to the Direct Adaptive Steering (DAS) system.
Others report the steering wheel suddenly turning in the opposite direction at highway speed, requiring correction to avoid an accident.
Several drivers say the steering stiffens up unexpectedly during turns even though no mechanical damage is found.
One complaint describes the steering wheel turning opposite the intended direction while reversing into a parking spot.

When 2015 Infiniti Q50 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 22, 2015, latest Jul 27, 2026.

28 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2015 to Jul 2026; peak Dec 2019 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2015 Infiniti Q50

NHTSA 16V430000Jun 13, 2016Steering28,182 vehicles
Steering:automated/adaptive steering
Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, to December 11, 2015, and Infiniti Q50 Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012, to December 17, 2015. The Direct Adaptive Steering system may experience an error at vehicle start up altering the vehicle's steering responsiveness and turning radius.
Risk: If the vehicle does not steer as the driver anticipates, there is an increased the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Steering complaints by Q50 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201478 (46%)
201528 (22%)
20166 (15%)
20173 (5%)
20181 (2%)
20194 (13%)
20200 (0%)
20210 (0%)
20220 (0%)
20234 (50%)

Frequently asked questions

Are steering problems common on the 2015 Infiniti Q50?: NHTSA lists 28 steering complaints for the 2015 Q50, which is 22% of the 126 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2015 Infiniti Q50 steering issues?: Yes. Recall 16V430000 covers the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software on 2014-2016 Q50 and Q50 Hybrid models; Nissan dealers reprogram the ECU free of charge.
At what mileage do steering problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2015 Q50 is 17,000 miles.
Did the 2015 Q50 steering problems cause any crashes?: NHTSA data lists 3 crashes and 1 injury among the 28 steering-related complaints for the 2015 Q50.
How does the 2015 Q50 compare to other years for steering complaints?: The 2014 Q50 has more steering complaints (78, 46% share) than the 2015 model (28, 22% share), while later years like 2017 and 2018 have far fewer.