2003 Infiniti I30

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2003 Infiniti I30
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:44:57.713Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2003

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1996: 24 complaints 1996 1997: 20 complaints 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 26 complaints 2000: 50 complaints 2000 2001: 75 complaints 2002: 2 complaints 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2 2004: 1 complaint
1996: 24 complaints 1996 1997: 20 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 26 complaints 1999 2000: 50 complaints 2000 2001: 75 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2 2004: 1 complaint 2004
1996: 24 complaints 1996 1997: 20 complaints 1997 1998: 49 complaints 1998 1999: 26 complaints 1999 2000: 50 complaints 2000 2001: 75 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2 2004: 1 complaint 2004

2003: 2 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199624
199720
199849
199926
200050
200175
20022
20032
20041

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

2 of 2 total reports mention: engine.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Infiniti 130. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized and all of the instrument panel lights illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-19

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Infiniti I30. While operating the vehicle, it suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure was unable to be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-06-16

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    2016-12-19Air bags16V349000 Nissan North America, Inc.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2017. All owners should receive a second notice by May 15, 2017.

  2. R
    2020-02-12Air bags20V008000 Nissan North America, Inc.

    Remedy: 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.

  3. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2003 Infiniti I30 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 16V349000 · Air bags
  • Recall 20V008000 · Air bags

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Infiniti I30?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Infiniti I30 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.