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2000 Infiniti G-ClassRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 10 owner complaints for the 2000 Infiniti G-Class. Most complaints involve electrical system (2) and suspension (2).

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Combined MPG
—
No EPA rating found
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
10
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
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No EPA estimate
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2000 Infiniti G-Class as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

10 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2000 – Aug 2014
  1. Electrical system2
  2. Suspension2
  3. Engine and engine cooling2
  4. Power train1
  5. Service brakes1
  6. Air bags1
  7. Equipment1
  8. Seat belts1
  9. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each G-Class model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
199613
19997
200010
20017
20027
2003535
2004244
2005215
2006145
2007115
2008161
2009167
201077
2011117
201275
201363
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

2 reports
“PURCHASE A 2000 INFINITY FROM A CAR DEALER WITH OUT AIR BAGS AND WITHOUT THE DIAGNOSTIC COMPUTER/EQUIPMENT. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 6, 2009Electrical system, Air bagsODI 10267845

Suspension

2 reports2 crashes
“AT APPROXIMATELY 11:00 PM ON JANUARY 04, 2004 I WAS HEADING EAST BOUND ON INTERSTATE 10 AND EXITED THE FREEWAY AT THE ORANGE GROVE EXIT. AS I APPROACHED THE ORANGE GROVE INTERSECTION I PROCEEDED ON A GREEN LIGHT TO MAKE A LEFT ONTO ORANGE GROVE. TRAVELING AT A REASONABLE SPEED FOR THE INTERSECTION, I NOTICED A LOUD POP IN THE FRONT END, AND CONSEQUENTLY LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING. AT THIS TIME I WAS FORCED TO THE RIGHT AND CAME IN CONTACT PARALLEL TO A CEMENT BARRIER CAUSING MINIMAL BODY DAMAGE TO MY 2000 INFINITY G20. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. *LA”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 4, 2004SuspensionCrash reportedODI 10052333

Engine and engine cooling

2 reports
“CONSUMER STATES FOR THE PAST 2 YEARS THERE HAS BEEN AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH A ROTTEN EGG/SULFUR SMELL COMING OUT OF THE EXHAUST, CONSUMER HAS TAKEN VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES TO TRY AND GET THE PROBLEM RESOLVED, CONSUMER HAS BEEN TOLD THAT THE WRONG TYPE OF GAS WAS BEING USED, THAT THERE WAS NO SMELL, THAT A PARTICULAR PART IN THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPLACED ONLY ADJUSTED, CONSUMER EVEN HAD AN UPDATE PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *JB NAR 8/22/02. *SCC *CB JB”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 24, 2002Engine and engine coolingODI 566854
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2000 Infiniti G-Class as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026
05 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
07 —FAQ

2000 G-Class questions

How many recalls does the 2000 Infiniti G-Class have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 28, 2026.

What are the most common 2000 Infiniti G-Class problems?

Owners filed 10 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (2), suspension (2), engine and engine cooling (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026