2002 Infiniti I35: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2002 Infiniti I35: 5 recalls, 70 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #02V043000 · 2002 · 39,000 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with an electronic throttle control system, the stopper for the accelerator pedal will prevent excessive movement of the accelerator position sensor. If the driver applies overly excessive force to the accelerator pedal while at the same time pushing it to the right, the pedal can "over travel" due to the design of the pedal stopper.
Why it matters: This will cause the engine malfunction indicator lamp to come on and the engine speed to be severely limited. If this occurs unexpectedly, it could lead to a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install a new accelerator pedal stopper. Owner notification began March 11, 2002.
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.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #03V455000 · 2003 · 630,000 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor May have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.
Why it matters: This could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). Vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01v357, are also included in this new campaign. The replacement sensors used in that campaign are also affected.…
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. 2 mention a fire, 15 injuries and 11 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (14): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (8), noise or vibration (4).
- Airbags (12): the most common themes are fails to deploy (2).
- Suspension (11): the most common themes are noise or vibration (7), steering problems (3).
- Engine (11): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (9).
The 2002 Infiniti I35 has 70 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 4 I35 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 50). Complaints peaked in 2002 (13 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 9 years old, at a median of 125,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2001 (2 complaints, 2 recalls), 2003 (93 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2002 Infiniti I35 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2002 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 2002 Infiniti I35 problems?
Owners have filed 70 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (14), airbags (12), suspension (11).
What gas mileage does the 2002 Infiniti I35 get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2002 Infiniti I35 repair manual?
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