Model year guide

1993 Infiniti J30

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1993 Infiniti J30 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

1993 Infiniti J30 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1993 Infiniti J30 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints26
Combined18 mpg

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

1993 Infiniti J30 recalls 1

Seat Belts:front:anchorage NHTSA Campaign #96V083000 · 09/05/1996

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.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HARNESS CONNECTOR PROTECTORS WITH ONES HAVING SUFFICIENT RESISTANCE TO THE COMBUSTION GAS OF THE PRE-TENSIONERS WHEN ACTIVATED.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. 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.

1993 Infiniti J30 common problems

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

1993 Infiniti J30 MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,550
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Passenger volume87 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$10,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1993 Infiniti J30 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$22,750
Fuel only$22,750
Per mile$0.30

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.

1993 Infiniti J30 trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl

1993 Infiniti J30 vehicles on record

1993 Infiniti J30 1993 Infiniti J30 BaseJNKAY21DXPM012216

Other Infiniti J30 model years

1995 1994

1993 Infiniti J30 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1993 Infiniti J30 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1993 Infiniti J30. 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 1993 Infiniti J30?

Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, air bags, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 1993 Infiniti J30 get?

The 1993 Infiniti J30 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (16 city / 21 highway).

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