Model year guide

1996 Infiniti G20

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1996 Infiniti G20 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

1996 Infiniti G20 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1996 Infiniti G20 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints14
Combined22–24 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1996 Infiniti G20 recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap NHTSA Campaign #97V072000 · 22/04/1997

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. CORROSION OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY CAN OCCUR, ESPECIALLY THOSE VEH…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL FILLER TUBE AND REPLACE THE TUBE WITH A NEW ONE. ANY OTHER COMPONENTS OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WHICH ARE DAMAGED OR DETERIORATED WILL ALSO BE REPLACED.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1996 Infiniti G20 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1996 Infiniti G20 MPG & running costs

Combined22–24 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,925
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd
Passenger volume89 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,625 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1996 Infiniti G20 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,625
Fuel only$14,625
Per mile$0.20

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1996 Infiniti G20 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.0L

1996 Infiniti G20 vehicles on record

1996 Infiniti G20 1996 Infiniti G20 BaseJNKCP01D5TT545574 1996 Infiniti G20 1996 Infiniti G20 BaseJNKCP01D0TT530044 1996 Infiniti G20 1996 Infiniti G20 BaseJNKCP01D2TT544219 1996 Infiniti G20 1996 Infiniti G20 BaseJNKCP01D7TT544765

Other Infiniti G20 model years

2002 2001 2000 1999 1995 1993

1996 Infiniti G20 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1996 Infiniti G20 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1996 Infiniti G20. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Infiniti G20?

Across all 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are tires, engine and engine cooling, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 1996 Infiniti G20 get?

The 1996 Infiniti G20 has U.S. EPA estimates of 22–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.