Infiniti Q50, Q60 Recall R/2017/305: Automatic Transmission Malfunction May Affect Vehicle Emissions, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 2 Jan 2018
- Launched
- 38
- vehicles in the UK
- R1726
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Infiniti recalled Q50, Q60 vehicles built between 8 May 2015 and 7 September 2017. Incorrect software in the engine control module can lead to malfunctions of the automatic transmission that could affect vehicle emissions. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and reprogram the Electronic Control Module with latest level software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Incorrect software in the engine control module can lead to malfunctions of the automatic transmission that could affect vehicle emissions. There may be no communication of the defect to the driver (MIL) and the defect would not be visible to a scanning diagnostic tool during servicing. There is no known concern affecting the safety of the automatic transmission in relation to this campaign but vehicle emissions may not be to the manufacturers specification.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION MAY AFFECT VEHICLE EMISSIONS Defect: Incorrect software in the engine control module can lead to malfunctions of the automatic transmission that could affect vehicle emissions. There may be no communication of the defect to the driver (MIL) and the defect would not be visible to a scanning diagnostic tool during servicing. There is no known concern affecting the safety of the automatic transmission in relation to this campaign but vehicle emissions may not be to the manufacturers specification. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogram the Electronic Control Module with latest level software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to malfunctions of the automatic transmission that could affect vehicle emissions.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and reprogram the Electronic Control Module with latest level software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Q50, Q60 built between 8 May 2015 and 7 September 2017 may be included. Infiniti estimates 38 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Infiniti, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Infiniti.
- Book with any franchised Infiniti dealer, quoting the campaign code R1726 or the DVSA reference R/2017/305. See how to get a Infiniti recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q50, Q70(V37) M30/Q70 (Y51) propeller shaft | Low | R/2024/261 | |
| Q50Steering / directional control may be affected | Urgent | R/2016/123 | |
| Q50, Q70Oil may leak engine may stall | Urgent | R/2015/027 | |
| Q50, Q70Unintended acceleration | Urgent | R/2014/122 | |
| Q50, Q70Under extreme circumstances transmission may detach | Low | R/2014/121 |
This is one of 15 Infiniti recalls in DVSA’s data. The Infiniti recall launched before it was R/2017/293 on 2 Jan 2018, for driver's airbag may deploy. The one launched after it was R/2018/382 on 4 Jan 2019, for gear shift indicator may not behave as intended. You can also see every Infiniti recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/305, launched 2 January 2018. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.