1998 Infiniti I30

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1998 Infiniti I30
RENDERED 2026-09-16T13:50:56.668Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

1998: 49 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1996	24
1997	20
1998	49
1999	26
2000	50
2001	75
2002	2
2003	2
2004	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

AIR BAGS 41%

41% of complaints: air bags — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sensor/control module and frontal.

CRASH

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AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHING, DEALERSHIP INDICATED "A VERY COMMON PROBLEM" FOR THIS YEAR AND MAKE INFINIITI . WELL A COMMON PROBLEM TO ME SEEMS LIKE IT SHOULD BE A RECALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171030

PASSENGER AIRBAG FAILED FOR UNSPECIFIED REASON. *YC

NHTSA ODI report, 19990412

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22%

22% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and fuses and circuit breakers.

FIRE

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ALTERNATOR FAILED ON NISSAN 1998 I-30. REPORTED TO DEALER A BURNING SMELL AND LOSS OF LIGHTS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040216

SERVICE BRAKES 12%

12% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY

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TAKATA RECALL THE CAR HAS MANUFACTURE THINGS THAT NEED TO BE FIX FOR NO XCOST

NHTSA ODI report, 20160223

Also filed under POWER TRAIN and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

STRUCTURE 8%

8% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frame and members and trunk lid.

POWER TRAIN 8%

8% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and axle assembly.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19990706 — electrical system

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 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

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR.

Campaign 99V129000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20020729 — electrical system

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 T

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 REMEDY

Campaign 02V171000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Infiniti I30 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for air bags issues (20 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 99V129000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Verify recall 02V171000 (electrical system) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1998 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 1998 Infiniti I30?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Infiniti I30 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.