1994 Infiniti J30: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1994 Infiniti J30: 1 recall, 21 owner complaints and up to 18 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #96V083000 · 1996 · 79,000 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A fire can occur in the passenger compartment of these vehicles.
The fix: Dealers will replace the harness connector protectors with ones having sufficient resistance to the combustion gas of the pre-tensioners when activated.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (8): the most common themes are fails to deploy (4).
- Electrical (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1994 Infiniti J30 has 21 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 10 J30 model years for complaints (2.5× the average J30 year). Complaints peaked in 1998 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 108,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1993 (24 complaints, 1 recalls), 1995 (19 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 1994 Infiniti J30 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1994 Infiniti J30. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1994 Infiniti J30 problems?
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (8), electrical (4), transmission & drivetrain (3).
What gas mileage does the 1994 Infiniti J30 get?
EPA ratings run up to 18 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1994 Infiniti J30 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.