1999 Infiniti I Infiniti I 1999

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1999 Infiniti I repairs by problem area

Engine (30%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (20%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 40 repairs.
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1999 Infiniti I repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 35 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1999 Infiniti I

Engine not specified

Infiniti in Washington, United States
Oct 2012 - Nov 2014
Jan 2013

202000 mi

US $1300
The front calipers were seizing, and replaced front calipers, front rotors, front pads, and rear rotors.  I also replaced the muffler. 
Nov 2013

209100 mi

US $550
Alternator. Ignition switch replaced. 
Dec 2013

210000 mi

US $150
new battery, old one was 5 years old. 
Sep 2014

218000 mi

US $333
Replaced radiator and thermostat 

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1999 Infiniti I 4-door

6-cylinder manual 2WD

Infiniti in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2008 - Aug 2008
Mar 2008

117000 mi

US $1500
Knocking, carbon buildup. 
Jun 2008

120000 mi

US $300
Recharged A/C. 
Jul 2008

120000 mi
Starter dead, other work needed; decided to sell car instead of spending $2,800 on these repairs. Needed some axle work. Brake calipers sticking, pads work. Impending muffler work. 
Infiniti in Ohio, United States
Apr 2008 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010

156000 mi

US $350
Replaced 5-speed gearbox seal. 

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1999 Infiniti I 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Infiniti in Illinois, United States
Sep 2010 - Apr 2012
Jun 2011

177000 mi

US $250
Replaced all four calipers 
Infiniti in California, United States
Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010

129000 mi

US $380
Replaced the starter motor and got a new baterry 
Infiniti in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2009 - Jun 2012
Feb 2010

124700 mi

US $220
Keys lost their electronic coding for the anti-theft device, so car wouldn't start. Had to reprogram keys and reflash anti-theft module. 
Mar 2010

125000 mi

US $500
Tear in CV boot joint on both sides. Decided to repair both drive axles. Also replaced inner tie rod. 
Apr 2010

126000 mi

US $250
Replaced Drive Shaft. Boot was torn 
May 2011

140000 mi

US $200
Replaced a worn out half shaft with a torn boot. 
Jun 2012

147000 mi

US $400
replace both alternator and starter 
Infiniti in Tennessee, United States
Feb 2008 - Jun 2011
Mar 2008

110000 mi

US $700
Fog lamp and cornening lamp on passenger side were out, dealer noted both units were bad (not bulbs), and had to be replaced. In addition, CHMSL bulb replaced. 
Nov 2008

121000 mi

US $400
Right front tie rod. 
Oct 2009

132000 mi

US $1400
Radiator leaked fluid and almost caused car to overheat on the way to dealer for diagnosis. Had to be towed the rest of the way. Replaced the radiator for about $600.  
Infiniti in South Carolina, United States
Jan 2008 - Mar 2013
Nov 2008

95000 mi

US $220
CV joint 
Jul 2009

103000 mi

US $85
throttle body cleaning 
Dec 2009

108000 mi

US $200
cv joint boots failed 
Feb 2010

109000 mi

US $450
Both valve cover gaskets were leaking 
Jun 2010

111000 mi

US $100
throttle body dirty 
Sep 2010

115000 mi

US $309
radiator leaked 
Mar 2011

120000 mi

US $300
one ignition coil was replaced 
Oct 2011

126000 mi
air bag warning light 
Jan 2012

127500 mi
replaced battery 

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1999 Infiniti I 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Infiniti in California, United States
Apr 2010 - Dec 2014
Jul 2013

138500 mi

US $375
Alternator started set of ABS light. Left for 1 month, starter went. 
Aug 2013

140000 mi

US $10
H3 fog lamp 
Dec 2013

143000 mi

US $100
CV joint 
Jan 2014

137500 mi

US $1405
clearcoat peeling 
Mar 2014

144000 mi

US $320
Left CV joint Replaced 4 struts/shock absorbers 
Apr 2014

144200 mi

US $60
valve cover gaskets 
May 2014

145000 mi

US $685
Replaced Tie rod ends, rack and pinion mounting bushing, and lower control arms. 

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1999 Infiniti I Repair Histories

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