NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints for the 2016 Infiniti Q70. Most complaints involve visibility/wiper (1) and air bags (1). The EPA rates it 18–21 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
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.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INFINITI Q70. WHILE DRIVING IN A SNOW STORM, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS SEIZED IN THE DOWN POSITION. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OFF THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER (HERB CHAMBERS INFINITI OF WESTBOROUGH, 312 TURNPIKE RD, WESTBOROUGH, MA 01581, (508) 983-1000) STATED THAT THE WIPERS HAD A HEAT SENSOR THAT WAS DESIGNED TO TURN OFF IF THE HEAT ON THE WIPER ENGINE WAS TOO HIGH. THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 23,000.”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INFINITI Q70. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GEORGE HARTE INFINITI (1076 S COLONY RD, WALLINGFORD, CT 06492 (203) 495-6700). THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED; HOWEVER, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR WAS RESET. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REPAIR DID NOT RECTIFY THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.”
“BOTH MY WIFE AND I FEEL THAT THE HEATED STEERING WHEEL GETS TOO HOT TO COMFORTABLY HOLD CONTINUOUSLY. THIS ENCOURAGES THE DRIVER TO TURN OFF THE STEERING WHEEL HEATER WHILE DRIVING. UNFORTUNATELY, THE SWITCH IS LOCATED IN THE LOWEST BANK AT THE DRIVERS LEFT KNEE WHERE IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE. IT IS ALSO IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE SWITCHES TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL, BACK-UP COLLISION INTERVENTION AND WARNING SYSTEMS. ALL OF THE ABOVE COMBINED RESULT IN THE DRIVER HAVING TO DIRECT THEIR ATTENTION AWAY FROM THE ROAD AND TO THE LOWER CONTROL PANEL AND, IN ADDITION, MAKES IT LIKELY THAT THEY WILL INADVERTENTLY TURN OFF A VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEM. THE SERVICE MANUAL PROVIDES A RANGE OF 68F - 86F. THE DEALER MEASURED MINE AT 120F. SINCE THIS CLOSELY MATCHED ANOTHER Q70 ON THE LOT IT WAS DEEMED "NORMAL". I SUBMIT THAT IT IS NOT AND BELIEVE THAT IT NEEDS TO BE ATTENDED TO BEFORE IT RESULTS IN AN ACCIDENT. *TR”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q70 Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,800 | 432 |
| Q70 AWD Auto (S7), 6 cyl, 3.7 L · All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,000 | 442 |
| Q70 Auto (S7), 8 cyl, 5.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,200 | 464 |
| Q70 AWD Auto (S7), 8 cyl, 5.6 L · All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,400 | 487 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Oct 31, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are visibility/wiper (1), air bags (1), steering (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2016 Infiniti Q70 at 18–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2016 Infiniti Q70 5 out of 5 stars overall.