The 1997 Infiniti I30 has 2 recalls, both pointing to the same issue: a damaged alternator diode that can short-circuit, melt the alternator's plastic housing, and potentially start a fire in the engine compartment.
If gases from the melting plastic do not escape through normal airflow, they can ignite and spread to surrounding components, including the alternator fan guide.
At a glance
What can fail
A diode in the alternator may be damaged from manufacturing. If it fails, it can short circuit and overheat the plastic housing, melting it. The fumes from melting plastic could ignite inside the alternator.
What the fix does
The alternator will be replaced with a new one.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
A damaged diode inside the alternator can fail and short circuit, potentially melting the plastic housing and causing a fire.
What the fix does
The alternator will be replaced with a new one.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
