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1995 Infiniti J30: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 19 owner complaints on record; most reports concern visibility.

Data updated weekly · latest recall May 1996

1
recalls
19
owner complaints
0
fire reports
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typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

No fire reports

Common problems

Computed from 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 19 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.
Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)3 complaints
Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)3 complaints
Fuel System, Gasoline (fuel pump, tank, lines)2 complaints
Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)2 complaints
Seats2 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)2 complaints
Continous problems with electrical system. Sun roof and power windows. Headlamp relay was fixed in 10/2002 and has already malfunctioned.*akOwner report · Visibility · Oct 2004
While driving at any speed and turning corners vehicle felt like it would flip over. A mechanic determined that the heater core needed to be replaced. Also, consumer was having problems with the transmission slipping. *akOwner report · Visibility · May 2004
When turning the vehicle to the right after the engine is warm, the driver's seat automatically reclines. This could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The dealer does not know the cause but believes a switch is worn or faulty. *akOwner report · Seats · Jan 2003
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Drivers seat won't stay stationery while driving. Dealer had been contacted. Please provide any further information.*akOwner report · Seats · May 2002
Consumer stated that while driving and no warning there is a terrible glare coming from the front windshield and it is distracting the consumers view of seeing. Dealer notified. Ts vision is also distorted in rainy weather and when driving at night the glare from oncoming vehicles is so strong it effects the entire windshield. *ttOwner report · Visibility · Apr 2002
The impact of this accident should have deployed airbag, however did not. *ak (dot number: 085upto299 tiresize: 215/65r15)Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2000
Fuel injector system leaking large amounts of gasoline into the engine and volatile gasoline fumes causing discomfort to the driver and passenger's. Contemporaneously, a warning light comes on in the control panel and the engine began to run roughly, possible injuries / explosion may occur due to failure. *ycOwner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 1999
Vehicle experienced sudden acceleration which caused the rear wheels to spin. Dealer unable to provide solution to problem. NlmOwner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Jun 1999
Consumer was involved in a minor collision driving at 7 mph which caused the driver's and passenger's air bags to deploy, resulting in injuries to the occupant and severe damage to the vehicle. *ak.et.Owner report · Air Bags · Oct 1998
Consumer complained of wheel rim being out of round, causing three sets of tire replacement; two dealers notified a nd refused to replace wheel rim without cost to consumer. *akOwner report · Wheels · Jul 1998

When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 1 campaign

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE96V083000 · May 1996

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.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 1995 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Engines3.0L
FuelGasoline
Body stylesSedan/Saloon

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 1995 Infiniti J30 reliable?

NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1995 Infiniti J30. The most complained-about area is visibility.

Does the 1995 Infiniti J30 have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning seat belts:front:anchorage. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.