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2001 Infiniti I30Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 77 owner complaints for the 2001 Infiniti I30. Most complaints involve suspension (22) and vehicle speed control (12). The EPA rates it 20 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
20mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Jan 2020
Owner complaints
77
Top: suspension
Fuel cost / yr
$3,000est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags: inflator module

Free remedy

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) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Air bagsReported Jan 9, 2020NHTSA 20V008000

Air bags

Free remedy

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.

Air bagsReported May 15, 2015NHTSA 15V287000

Suspension: lower arm

Free remedy

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.

SuspensionReported May 30, 2002NHTSA 02V146000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

77 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2000 – Dec 2021
  1. Suspension22
  2. Vehicle speed control12
  3. Structure11
  4. Air bags8
  5. Service brakes, hydraulic7
  6. Electrical system6
  7. Steering6
  8. Power train5
  9. Engine and engine cooling5

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 I30 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
199627
199721
199852
199926
200053
200177
20041
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported
4
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Suspension

22 reports2 crashes
“In the last 2 months I have had the front passenger tire blow out 3 times. After this last tire repair the car started to shake, vibrate and make a knocking noise while driving. When driving faster the steering wheel would jerk me almost offthe road. It was so bad I pulled over and when I looked at the front passenger tire it was smoking and sitting sideways. I had to get my vehicle towed and now I have no way to work. I have included an estimate of the repairs as well as a written warranty that was given to the previous owner. I was told this was no longer valid since I am not the original owner of the vehicle. The way the steering jerked and how the tire went sideways I feel that is a safety issue.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 31, 2021Suspension, Electrical system, Service brakesODI 11445735

Vehicle speed control

12 reports2 crashes
“THESE TIRES HIT HARD ON BUMPS. ALSO WHEN BREAKING TIRES DO NOT STOP CORRECTLY THE TRACK LIGHT COMES ON IN THE CAR. EVERY WEEK I HAVE TO PUT AIR IN THEM ALSO I NOTICE WHEN GOING AT A SPEED OVER 55 YOU CAN FEEL VIBRATIONS ON STEERING WHEEL.I AM TIRED OF WORRYING EVERYDAY TO PUT AIR IN THE TIRES SO I DON'T GET STUCK NOW I HAVE TO GO AND BUY NEW TIRES I JUST THINK THAT COOPER TIRES SHOULD REIMBURSE PEOPLE FOR THE COST. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 26, 2012Steering, Suspension, Vehicle speed controlODI 10459725

Structure

11 reports1 crash1 fire
“I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE MIDDLE LANE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. AT THE INTERSECTION WITH TRAFFIC LIGHTS, THE LANE WAS STUCK IN FRONT OF ME AND THERE WAS NO SPACE TO GO. IN ORDER NOT TO BLOCK THE INTERSECTION, I HAD TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS. WHILE I WAS WAITING AT THE LIGHTS, AFTER 10 SECONDS THE OTHER CAR CAME CLOSER WITHOUT SLOWING DOWN AND HIT MY CAR FROM THE BEHIND. I WAS REAR-ENDED ON THAT INCIDENT.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 6, 2018Suspension, StructureCrash reportedODI 11071508
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 4-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
I30
Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
172420$3,000444
  • I30
    Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L
    17 city · 24 hwy · $3,000/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2001 Infiniti I30 as of Nov 11, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 11, 2026Vehicle 4218
07 —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.
09 —FAQ

2001 I30 questions

How many recalls does the 2001 Infiniti I30 have?

3 safety recalls as of Nov 11, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2001 Infiniti I30 problems?

Owners filed 77 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are suspension (22), vehicle speed control (12), structure (11). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2001 Infiniti I30 get?

The EPA rates the 2001 Infiniti I30 at 20 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026