1994 Infiniti J30
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1994
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1994: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2006 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
8 of 21 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving on the freeway at approximately 65 MPH, the driver side airbag unexpectedly deployed. I was able to get the car under control and safely pull over to the side of the road. I sustained scrapes and bruises on my left forearm.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-27
When hit at 65MPH in the front center of the vehicle the air bag did not deploy causing minor injuries to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ts
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-30
Front air bags failed to deploy during crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-01-09
Electrical system
4 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing module and interior/under dash.
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Compressor comes on while idling causing unintended vehicle movement, causing accident. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-08
Power train
3 of 21 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing torque converter and automatic transmission.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing linkages.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system and gasoline.
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Intermittent stalling, causing accident/injury.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-11-14
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1996-08-13Seat belts96V083000 A harness connector protector located near the seat belt pre-tensioner can ignite due to the proximity to the combustion gas generated by the pre-tensioner when the device is triggered.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the harness connector protectors with ones having sufficient resistance to the combustion gas of the pre-tensioners when activated.
Buy-smart checklist
1994 Infiniti J30 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 96V083000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 1994 Infiniti J30 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 1994 Infiniti J30?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1994 Infiniti J30 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.