2001 Infiniti I30: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Infiniti I30: 3 recalls, 75 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #02V146000 · 2002 · 90,500 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the pin at the end of the front suspension transverse link (lower control arm) could break where it is mounted to the frame.
Why it matters: This can cause a knocking sound and abnormal steering. This could result in difficulty controlling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the transverse links on the left and right sides with new ones. Owner notification began July 29, 2002.
Airbags Vehicle recall #15V287000 · 2015 · 1,090,569 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan maxima, 2002-2004 pathfinder, 2002-2006 sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti qx4 and i35, 2003 fx35 and fx45, and 2001 i30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure May cause the inflator to rupture.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015.
Airbags Vehicle recall #20V008000 · 2020 · 307,962 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 maxima, 2002-2006 sentra, 2002-2004 pathfinder, 2007-2011 versa sedan and versa hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti i30 and i35, 2002-2003 inifiniti qx4, 2003-2008 Infiniti fx35 and fx45 and 2006-2010 m35 and m45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (psan)…
Why it matters: An inflator explosion May result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Suspension (23): the most common themes are noise or vibration (9), steering problems (8).
- Speed control / throttle (12): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (3), stalls / loses power (3).
- Body & structure (11): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (9).
- Airbags (8): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2001 Infiniti I30 has 75 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 9 I30 model years for complaints (2.7× the average I30 year). Complaints peaked in 2010 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 9 years old, at a median of 106,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (50 complaints, 0 recalls), 2002 (2 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Infiniti I30 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2001 Infiniti I30. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Infiniti I30 problems?
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are suspension (23), speed control / throttle (12), body & structure (11).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Infiniti I30 get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2001 Infiniti I30 repair manual?
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