Model year guide

2017 Infiniti q70

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Infiniti q70 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 49 on record.

2017 Infiniti q70 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Infiniti q70 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints2
Combined19–21 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Infiniti q70 recalls 1

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #24V470000 · manufacturer #R24A5, R24A7 · 21/06/2024

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.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Infiniti q70 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2017 Infiniti q70 safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Rollover risk: 11.3% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2017 Infiniti Q70 4 DR RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2017 Infiniti q70 MPG & running costs

Combined19–21 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,125
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S7)
Passenger volume104 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,625 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Infiniti q70 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,625
Fuel only$20,625
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
196.1 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
59.8 in
Wheelbase
114.2 in
Curb weight
3,863–4,059 lb
Front track
62.2 in
Rear track
61.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2017 Infiniti q70 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 106

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 106.

CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand…

Bulletin ITB09-063C · Structure · Apr 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). W…

Bulletin ITB12-011R · Electrical System · Mar 2026

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-…

Bulletin ITB23-023A · Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance · Feb 2025

CAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

Bulletin ITB10-029C · Electrical System · May 2024

INTELLIGENT KEY NOT DETECTED / ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

Bulletin ITB13-052E · Electrical System · May 2024

CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

Bulletin ITB13-006D · Electrical System · May 2024

WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

Bulletin ITB17-009H · Visibility/wiper · Apr 2024

REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

Bulletin ITB13-007I · Visibility/wiper · Apr 2024

WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

Bulletin ITB09-039K · Visibility/wiper · Apr 2024

AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

Bulletin ITB19-013E · Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance · Apr 2024

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the Q70 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Infiniti q70

The Infiniti Q70 and Q70L is a line of mid-size luxury (executive) cars from Nissan luxury division Infiniti. Essentially an update to the Infiniti M series with minor cosmetic changes, the Q70 name was introduced to reflect Infiniti's updated "Q" nomenclature.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2017 Infiniti q70 trims & engines on record

Engines
3.7L

2017 Infiniti q70 vehicles on record

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2017 Infiniti q70 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Infiniti q70 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Infiniti q70. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Infiniti q70?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper, steering.

What is the 2017 Infiniti q70 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2017 Infiniti q70 crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2017 Infiniti q70 get?

The 2017 Infiniti q70 has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.