Most common 2000 Infiniti I30 problems
Share of the 50 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Infiniti I30 complaints by model year
Best I30 years: 2003, 2004, 2002. Years to avoid: 2000, 1998, 2001. Compare all years →
What 2000 Infiniti I30 owners say
Electrical system
Vehicle involved: 2000 I30 Infiniti/purchased "band-new"!!! 1. "ses-illumination" problem originated on June 27, 2002-through. While under "warranty"/ w only "16,068", -odo-mileage! Actions taken ; work-order# 10595, light off/ cost $89.00/ covered under warranty: {p0140-rear o2 sensor has "excessive high voltage}. How long was this occurring, 2. System engine/date: 10/21/2005-time: 14:07:11/p/# 23710-2y172 self-diag results/DTC results/ign signal-primary 3/[p1320]/knock sen/circ-b1/[p3325]? {app. Mileage 33,000?} 3. On 12/01/2005-fri. "ses" warning-light, re-illuminated. Repair invoice #143837 enclosed. Vehicle in-12/01/2005-sat. & out on 12/01/2005-sat. {mileage 35,939}. 4. On 12/13/2005-tue. "ses" warning light re-illuminated. Repair invoice #144193 enclosed. Vehicle in-12/13//2005-tue. & out on 12/15/2005-thur. {mileage 36,143}. 5. On 12/23/2005-fri. …
Re: Infiniti service bulletin dated September 06, 2001-thur. Classification ec01-024/ref: itb-052 purchased my Infiniti 130-2000, on dec.04th, 1999-mon., new first complaint to dealer on: June 27th, 2002-thur., OBD-diagnosis, excessive high-voltage, [diagnosed by Infiniti dealer!] my defective-ignition-six-coil-pack, [etc], was replaced on 02/09/06! However, in June, 2007, my wife brought to my attention, ''progressive-ignition-rough-idling! {does this deliver excessive carbon into the environment ?}. The latest ''OBD'' was performed on 03/13/2007-tue., (both Nissan and Infiniti auto technicians, stated , idling cannot be improved!} I am questioning, cause and affect for the eventual, progressive-rough-idling of my vehicle! …
Engine & cooling
Vehicle involved: 2000 I30 Infiniti/purchased "band-new"!!! 1. "ses-illumination" problem originated on June 27, 2002-through. While under "warranty"/ w only "16,068", -odo-mileage! Actions taken ; work-order# 10595, light off/ cost $89.00/ covered under warranty: {p0140-rear o2 sensor has "excessive high voltage}. How long was this occurring, 2. System engine/date: 10/21/2005-time: 14:07:11/p/# 23710-2y172 self-diag results/DTC results/ign signal-primary 3/[p1320]/knock sen/circ-b1/[p3325]? {app. Mileage 33,000?} 3. On 12/01/2005-fri. "ses" warning-light, re-illuminated. Repair invoice #143837 enclosed. Vehicle in-12/01/2005-sat. & out on 12/01/2005-sat. {mileage 35,939}. 4. On 12/13/2005-tue. "ses" warning light re-illuminated. Repair invoice #144193 enclosed. Vehicle in-12/13//2005-tue. & out on 12/15/2005-thur. {mileage 36,143}. 5. On 12/23/2005-fri. …
Tl*- the contact owns a 2000 Infiniti I30. The service engine light remained illuminated. The dealership informed the contact a sensor or a coil needed to be replaced. The dealership made the repairs. There was another occurrence approximately 3 years later. The dealership replaced the coil pack. Three months later the vehicle began to rough idle. The dealership informed the contact this was a normal occurrence, and they were unable to improve idling. The current mileage was 43,000. The consumer states "ses" TSB or recall information was hidden from consumer and denied of such. The consumer provided various invoices of diagnostics and repairs. …
Brakes
Tl*- the contact owns a 2000 Infiniti I30. The service engine light remained illuminated. The dealership informed the contact a sensor or a coil needed to be replaced. The dealership made the repairs. There was another occurrence approximately 3 years later. The dealership replaced the coil pack. Three months later the vehicle began to rough idle. The dealership informed the contact this was a normal occurrence, and they were unable to improve idling. The current mileage was 43,000. The consumer states "ses" TSB or recall information was hidden from consumer and denied of such. The consumer provided various invoices of diagnostics and repairs. …
Vehicle rotors have warped four times needing resurfacing each time. This problem happens every fifteen thousand miles. This is not normal. The first time they warped was at 15,281 miles,then at 32,555,49,767 now the problem has surfaced again at 61,434 miles. Does the resurfacing of the rotors compromise the strength of the rotors? How many times can this be done?
2000 Infiniti I30 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Infiniti I30 a good car?
Based on 50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 I30 rates avoid: 2.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the I30 at the same age. It is one of the I30 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Infiniti I30?
The electrical system — 13 complaints, 26% of all complaints for this model year, most often about ignition. Next are the engine & cooling (9) and brakes (8).
How many recalls does the 2000 Infiniti I30 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 Infiniti I30. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Infiniti I30?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2003, 2004 and 2002. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2000, 1998 and 2001. See the full Infiniti I30 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Infiniti I30 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 56,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.