How many transmission complaints does the 2015 Infiniti Q50 have?

NHTSA lists 39 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Q50, which is 31% of the 126 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission or driveshaft recall for the 2015 Infiniti Q50?

Yes. Recall 24V470000, reported June 21, 2024, covers 2014-2018 Q50 vehicles for a driveshaft that can fatigue and break. Dealers replace the driveshaft free of charge.

At what mileage do 2015 Q50 transmission problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 80,000 at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2015 Q50.

What symptoms do 2015 Q50 owners report with transmission failure?

Owners describe the vehicle refusing to shift past 3rd gear, entering limp mode, sudden hard downshifts at highway speed, and valve body or TCM failures triggering check engine lights.

Did the 2015 Infiniti Q50 transmission issue cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA records zero crashes and one fire among the 39 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Q50, with zero injuries reported.

2015 Infiniti Q50 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 39 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Infiniti Q50, 31% of its 126 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 80,000. A related driveshaft recall (24V470000) covers 2014-2018 Q50 vehicles for a fatigue-and-break risk.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 39; 31% of 126
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 80,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle fails to shift out of 3rd gear and enters limp mode, sometimes while merging or accelerating from a stop.
Sudden hard downshifts occur at highway speed, causing an abrupt loss of speed without warning.
Valve body or transmission control module reportedly shorts out, preventing the transmission from shifting past 3rd gear.
Check engine light illuminates along with vehicle speed sensor and output speed sensor codes (P0720, P0500) tied to shifting failure.
Vehicle jerks, shifts unexpectedly, and loses power while driving at highway speed, sometimes accompanied by HVAC and odometer glitches.

When 2015 Infiniti Q50 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 21, 2020, latest Aug 12, 2026.

39 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2020 to Aug 2026; peak Apr 2024 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2015 Infiniti Q50

NHTSA 24V470000Jun 21, 2024Transmission & Powertrain7,222 vehicles
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2011-2013 M56, 2012-2013 M35 Hybrid, 2014-2018 Q50, Q70 Hybrid, 2014-2019 Q70, and 2015-2019 Q70L two-wheel drive vehicles. The driveshaft can fatigue and break.
Risk: A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's numbers for this recall are R24A5 and R24A7.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Q50 model year

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

201419 (11%)
201539 (31%)
20164 (10%)
20175 (8%)
20183 (7%)
20196 (20%)
20201 (33%)
20211 (17%)
20220 (0%)
20231 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2015 Infiniti Q50 have?: NHTSA lists 39 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Q50, which is 31% of the 126 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission or driveshaft recall for the 2015 Infiniti Q50?: Yes. Recall 24V470000, reported June 21, 2024, covers 2014-2018 Q50 vehicles for a driveshaft that can fatigue and break. Dealers replace the driveshaft free of charge.
At what mileage do 2015 Q50 transmission problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 80,000 at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2015 Q50.
What symptoms do 2015 Q50 owners report with transmission failure?: Owners describe the vehicle refusing to shift past 3rd gear, entering limp mode, sudden hard downshifts at highway speed, and valve body or TCM failures triggering check engine lights.
Did the 2015 Infiniti Q50 transmission issue cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA records zero crashes and one fire among the 39 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Q50, with zero injuries reported.