1991 INFINITI G20

1991 INFINITI G20

The 1991 INFINITI G20 is a compact luxury sedan that was available with two engine options: a 2.0-liter inline-four and a 3.0-liter V6. Both engines were paired with a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission. The G20 was praised for its handling, performance, and interior quality, but it was criticized for its lack of rear legroom and trunk space.

Engine

2.0-liter Inline-Four

• Head gasket failure
  • Symptoms: Coolant leaks, overheating, white smoke from the exhaust
  • Solution: Replace the head gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500

3.0-liter V6

• Timing belt failure
  • Symptoms: The engine will not start, the timing belt is broken or frayed
  • Solution: Replace the timing belt and tensioner
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000

Transmission

Five-Speed Manual

• Synchronizer failure
  • Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noises
  • Solution: Replace the synchronizers
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000

Four-Speed Automatic

• Transmission slipping
  • Symptoms: The transmission will not shift properly, the car will hesitate or jerk when shifting
  • Solution: Rebuild or replace the transmission
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000

Suspension

• Strut mount failure
  • Symptoms: Noise when driving over bumps, decreased handling
  • Solution: Replace the strut mounts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
• Rear shock absorber failure
  • Symptoms: The rear of the car sags, decreased handling
  • Solution: Replace the rear shock absorbers
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400

Electrical

• Alternator failure
  • Symptoms: The battery is not charging, the car dies while driving
  • Solution: Replace the alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $700
• Battery failure
  • Symptoms: The car will not start, the battery is dead or weak
  • Solution: Replace the battery
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200

Exterior

• Door handle failure
  • Symptoms: The door handle breaks off or becomes loose
  • Solution: Replace the door handle
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
• Rust
  • Symptoms: The body of the car is rusting
  • Solution: Repair or replace the rusted areas
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the extent of the damage

Interior

• Dashboard cracking
  • Symptoms: The dashboard is cracked or warped
  • Solution: Replace the dashboard
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500

Summary

The 1991 INFINITI G20 is a reliable and fun-to-drive car, but it does have some common issues. The most serious issue is the timing belt failure, which can cause catastrophic engine damage if not addressed. Other issues, such as head gasket failure and transmission slipping, can also be expensive to repair. However, many of the other issues, such as strut mount failure and door handle failure, are relatively minor and inexpensive to fix.