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2002 Infiniti I30

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the pin at the end of the front suspension transverse link (lower control arm) could break where it is mounted to the frame.

Corrective Action

this can cause a knocking sound and abnormal steering. this could result in difficulty controlling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the transverse links on the left and right sides with new ones. owner notification began july 29, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

2002 Infiniti I30

Component

Exterior Lighting:Headlights

Consequence of Defect

certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.ø

Corrective Action

without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Recall Notes

anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. the recall began may 9, 2006. owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

2001 Infiniti I30

Component

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the pin at the end of the front suspension transverse link (lower control arm) could break where it is mounted to the frame.

Corrective Action

this can cause a knocking sound and abnormal steering. this could result in difficulty controlling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the transverse links on the left and right sides with new ones. owner notification began july 29, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

1998 Infiniti I30

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, one of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. this can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.

Corrective Action

if the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the alternator. owner notification began july 29, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

1998 Infiniti I30

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: passenger vehicles. one of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. this can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.

Corrective Action

if the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the alternator.

1997 Infiniti I30

Component

Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, one of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. this can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.

Corrective Action

if the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the alternator. owner notification began july 29, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.