1997 Infiniti I30
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 20
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1997
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 20 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 49 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 75 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
7 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.
Service brakes
6 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 20 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 20 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving the vehicle came to a complete stop, applied pressure to accelerator pedal, vehicle went into pen throttle position; applied brakes, would not stop vehicle, impact 12:00 position, hitting a tree and a pole and other vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-05-19
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Tires
1 of 20 total reports mentions: tires.
Show complaint excerpts
On feburary 20,2007 my mom's leftt front tire blew out, causing vehicle to Ram the guard rail and the rear tire to blow out, pushing the car up an embankment. She was taken to military hospital for treatment.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-05-23
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2002-07-29Electrical system02V171000 On certain passenger vehicles, one of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. This can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the alternator. Owner notification began July 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…
Buy-smart checklist
1997 Infiniti I30 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 02V171000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 1997 Infiniti I30 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1997 Infiniti I30?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1997 Infiniti I30 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.