2001 Infiniti I35: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Infiniti I35: 2 recalls, 2 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 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 #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. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (air) (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2001 Infiniti I35 has 2 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 4 I35 model years for complaints (well below the 50 average). Neighboring years: 2002 (70 complaints, 5 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Infiniti I35 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2001 Infiniti I35. 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 I35 problems?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (air) (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
Where can I get a 2001 Infiniti I35 repair manual?
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