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2002 Nissan Sentra — Known Issues & Recalls

14 Recalls333 Owner Complaints9 Categories Affected
333
Total Complaints
14
Open Recalls
23
Crashes
8
Fires
22
Injuries

Complaints from Jan 2004 to Dec 2015

The most reported issue is engine and engine cooling problems (109 complaints). 23 complaints involved crashes. 8 involved fires.

Open Safety Recalls (14)

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Sep 2020

NHTSA Campaign: 20V008000

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.

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Jan 2020

NHTSA Campaign: 20V747000

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2002-2006 Sentra vehicles whose passenger air bags were previously inspected and may have been released without replacing the Takata air bag inflator. In the event of a crash, Takata frontal passenger air bag inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been completed. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-inspect the vehicle and, if necessary, replace the air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PM964.

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NHTSA Campaign: 15V287000

Component: AIR BAGS

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.

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Nov 2009

NHTSA Campaign: 09E025000

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Risk: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

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NHTSA Campaign: 06E023000

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Risk: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Fix: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.

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NHTSA Campaign: 06E064000

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Risk: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Fix: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.

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NHTSA Campaign: 07V527000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE, THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CAN OVERHEAT CAUSING A BRIEF INTERRUPTION IN THE SIGNAL OUTPUT FROM THE SENSOR.

Risk: IF THE INTERRUPTION IN THE SIGNAL FROM THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR IS SO BRIEF THAT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) LOGIC DOES NOT HAVE TIME TO DIAGNOSE THE CONDITION, THE ENGINE MAY STOP RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AT A LOW SPEED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ECM FREE OF CHARGE. CERTAIN MY 2006 ALTIMAS WHICH HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY REMEDIED UNDER RECALL CAMPAIGN 06V223 (NISSAN R0606) ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL SINCE THE REPROGRAMMING FOR 06V223 ALSO INCLUDED THIS REPROGRAMMING. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 31, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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NHTSA Campaign: 03V477000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE QG18DE ENGINE OR QR25DE ENGINES, THE FOAM MATERIAL USED FOR THE INTERIOR LINING OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) BOX EMITS SULFUR AS IT CURES.

Risk: IF ONE OF THE RESISTORS INSIDE THE ECM HAS A CRACK ON THE SURFACE COATING, THE GAS MAY CAUSE CORROSION OF THE RESISTOR. THIS COULD CAUSE THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT TO COME ON, POOR DRIVABILITY (IDLE INSTABILITY, POOR ACCELERATOR), OR THE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE INSIDE LINING MATERIAL FROM THE ECM BOX. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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NHTSA Campaign: 03V455000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR OR CAM POSITION SENSOR MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER SOLDER JOINT DUE TO SOLDER DEFORMATION CAUSED BY HEAT STRESS ACCELERATED BY THE EXISTENCE OF FLUX RESIDUE DURING THE SOLDERING PROCESS.

Risk: THIS COULD CAUSE THE "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" WARNING LIGHT TO COME ON, CREATE A NO START CONDITION, CAUSE REDUCED ENGINE POWER, OR CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANK POSITION SENSORS. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR(S), AND IN SOME CASES, THE VARIABLE TIMING CONTROL SENSOR(S). VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGN, 01V357, ARE ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS NEW CAMPAIGN. THE REPLACEMENT SENSORS USED IN THAT CAMPAIGN ARE ALSO AFFECTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Dec 2001

NHTSA Campaign: 01V376000

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE VEHICLES WERE MISSING TAMPERPROOF CAPS THAT PREVENT HORIZONTAL HEADLAMP ADJUSTMENT.

Risk: THESE CAPS ARE INSTALLED TO PREVENT MISADJUSTMENT OF THE HEADLAMPS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A TAMPERPROOF CAP OVER THE HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT SCREW FOR BOTH HEADLAMPS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 14, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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NHTSA Campaign: 02V056000

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A NISSAN-APPROVED ACCESSORY FLOOR MAT THAT WAS INSTALLED EITHER AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT OR BY THE DEALER, DUE TO THE LENGTH OF THE DRIVER SIDE FLOOR MAT, A SMALL AMOUNT OF MAT MOVEMENT COULD CAUSE THE MAT TO INTERFERE WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND NOT ALLOW THE PEDAL TO RELEASE AFTER IT IS DEPRESSED.

Risk: IF THIS OCCURS UNEXPECTEDLY, IT COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVER SIDE FLOOR MAT AND IF IT IS A NISSAN FLOOR MAT SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR MATS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 18, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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Nov 2003

NHTSA Campaign: 03V084000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.5 LITER ENGINE, THE EXHAUST PIPE HANGER PIN MAY CATCH DEBRIS FROM THE ROAD THAT COULD BE IGNITED BY CONTACT WITH THE MAIN CATALYST. ALSO ON 2002 ALTIMA AND SENTRA VEHICLES, CERTAIN ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS MAY CAUSE THE PRE-CATALYST TO OVERHEAT AND DAMAGE THE CATALYST SUBSTRATE.

Risk: EITHER OF THESE TWO CONDITIONS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE PROTRUDING PORTION OF THE EXHAUST PIPE HANGER PIN. IN ADDITION TO THE CORRECTIVE ACTION, IN ORDER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE IN THE EVENT OF POOR OR IMPROPER MAINTENANCE THAT COULD RESULT IN OIL SPILLAGE, HEAT SHIELD(S) WILL BE INSTALLED ON THE PRE-CATALYST AND EXHAUST TUBE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261. NISSAN RECALL NOS. R3007, R3014, R3015, R3016, R3017. ALSO ON 2002 ALTIMA AND SENTRA VEHICLES, CERTAIN ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS MAY CAUSE THE PRE-CATALYST TO OVERHEAT AND DAMAGE THE CATALYST SUBSTRATE. IF SUBSTRATE PARTICLES ENTER THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER, THEY COULD SCORE THE CYLINDER WALLS, RESULTING IN INCREASED OIL CONSUMPTION. IF THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS NOT CHECKED ON A PERIODIC BASIS AND DROPS BELOW THE LOW LEVEL, AND THE DRIVER CONTINUES TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE IGNORING NOTICEABLE ENGINE NOISE, ENGINE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. THE PRE-CATALYST WILL BE TESTED TO ENSURE IT IS WORKING PROPERLY AND REPLACED IF NECESSARY. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND INSIDE THE PRE-CATALYST, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE ENGINE.

Safety RecallFREE FIX AT DEALER
Oct 2003

NHTSA Campaign: 03V511000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ON CERTAIN ELECTRIC VEHICLES, THE FRONT SUSPENSION TRANSVERSE LINK'S BALL JOINT BRACKET MAY BREAK FROM STRESS CONCENTRATION AT A NOTCH CREATED BY SURFACE ROUGHNESS AND THE SHAPE OF THE MATERIAL CUT-LINE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRACKET ON THESE VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 15, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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Sep 2022

NHTSA Campaign: 22E066000

Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that may have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair. The parts include certain passenger-side air bag inflators designed to fit Infiniti 2002-2003 QX4, 2006-2010 M35 and M45; Nissan 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, and both driver and passenger-side inflators designed to fit 2007-2012 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback vehicles. Please see Nissan's recall report for the specific part numbers. These replacement inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

Owner-Reported Issues (20 of 333)

Air Bags10 issues
criticalAIR BAGS
Filed: Mar 2025

Your airbags may not deploy properly in a crash because of an unknown defect. This is a serious safety issue that requires immediate inspection and repair by a qualified technician.

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NHTSA #: 11647072
criticalAIR BAGS
Filed: Jan 2019

Your Nissan was subject to a Takata airbag recall, and you took it to the dealership to have the airbag inflator replaced as stated in the recall notice. However, the dealership inspected the inflator, determined it didn't need replacement, and sent you home without performing any work — despite the recall documentation stating the inflator should be replaced.

NHTSA #: 11166077
criticalAIR BAGS
Filed: Nov 2017

Your 2002 Nissan Sentra has a defective airbag that is subject to a recall. You received two recall letters about this issue on October 25, 2017. The recall involves repairing or replacing the faulty airbag system, and you should contact your Nissan dealer to schedule service and complete the recall work.

NHTSA #: 11044062
criticalAIR BAGS
Filed: Nov 2017

You received a safety recall letter from Nissan about airbag issues in your 2002 Sentra. You're seeking clarification on how to proceed with the recall repair and want confirmation that it will be completed for free. You're concerned about your safety due to this recall.

NHTSA #: 11044070
criticalAIR BAGS
Filed: Oct 2017

Your car is subject to a Takata airbag recall, but you're having trouble scheduling the replacement. You've contacted the dealership, Nissan customer care, and the recall hotline multiple times without getting a callback to complete the repair.

NHTSA #: 11040362
highAIR BAGS
Filed: Apr 2020

The airbag system in this vehicle had issues, though the owner no longer owns the car so no further details are available.

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NHTSA #: 11321630
highAIR BAGS
Filed: Sep 2018

Your car is subject to an airbag recall, and Nissan has notified you of the need for repair. However, both the dealership and Nissan's consumer affairs confirmed they would need you to take financial responsibility if they damage your dashboard during the airbag repair work. You've refused this condition since your vehicle currently has no damage and you don't want to accept liability for potential damage caused by their repair.

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NHTSA #: 11128238
highAIR BAGS
Filed: Nov 2017

You've been notified through a class action lawsuit settlement that your vehicle may have Takata airbag inflators subject to recall, but you haven't received direct confirmation from Nissan about whether your specific car is affected. You want the manufacturer to contact you to clarify if your vehicle needs to be inspected or repaired. The fix would involve inspecting and potentially replacing the affected airbag inflators.

NHTSA #: 11044779
highAIR BAGS
Filed: Oct 2017

Your 2002 Nissan Sentra is subject to a Takata airbag recall (NHTSA Campaign 15V287000), but the replacement parts needed to complete the repair have been delayed and are not yet available at your dealership. You've been unable to schedule an appointment because Central Houston Nissan doesn't have the parts in stock. The fix will involve replacing the defective airbag inflator with an updated Takata airbag assembly once parts become available.

NHTSA #: 11034015
mediumAIR BAGS
Filed: Feb 2026

You received a recall notice for your 2002 Nissan Sentra's airbags (NHTSA Campaign 20V008000), but the notice was sent to an address where you no longer live. You've contacted the manufacturer to have your address updated and removed from the recall mailing list.

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NHTSA #: 11720117
Unknown Or Other2 issues
criticalUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: May 2017

Your car is entering a failsafe mode during low-speed driving and deceleration, which causes a loss of power and creates a dangerous situation — you've nearly been hit by other vehicles when this happens. The diagnostic code P0605 indicates a ROM (computer memory) error in your engine control module. You can clear the code temporarily, but the failsafe mode returns after a few minutes of driving. The dealer may need to reprogram or replace the engine control module to fix this issue.

NHTSA #: 10991193
highUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jul 2017

Your car is shutting down unexpectedly when you come to a stop, both at red lights and on the highway. This is happening even when you're just slowing down, not coming to a complete stop. The issue may be related to the engine control module or fuel delivery system, and a mechanic will need to diagnose the exact cause using computer diagnostics.

NHTSA #: 11010948
Engine2 issues
highENGINE
Filed: Sep 2020

Your car is shutting off unexpectedly while driving at 40 mph or sitting at traffic lights with no warning. A mechanic has already replaced the fuel pump, spark plugs, fuel filter, and exhaust pipes, but the problem continues to happen. The fix may require additional diagnostic testing to identify the underlying cause of the stalling.

NHTSA #: 11359850
highENGINE
Filed: Mar 2020

Your car's camshaft sensor is defective, and Nissan issued a recall for this part back in 2004. Nissan's records indicate the recall was completed on your vehicle, but you have no recollection of bringing it in and the dealership has no documentation of the work being done. You'll likely need to have the camshaft sensor replaced or inspected by a Nissan dealership to resolve this issue.

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NHTSA #: 11318374
Unknown Or Other,engine1 issue
criticalUNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Nov 2020

Your car has an unrepaired safety recall related to the airbag inflators. According to the manufacturer, some inflators may have a defect where the propellant can degrade after exposure to high heat and humidity, potentially affecting how the airbags work. This recall (number 20V-008) has not been completed on your vehicle and should be addressed with a Nissan dealer.

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NHTSA #: 11373048
Electrical System1 issue
criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2017

Your engine shut off twice while driving on the highway. The second time it happened, your car wouldn't restart. This suggests an electrical system failure that's preventing the engine from running.

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NHTSA #: 11011513
Vehicle Speed Control,engine1 issue
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
Filed: Mar 2017

Your car stalled unexpectedly while driving at various speeds, and then accelerated on its own without you pressing the gas pedal. This happened at 140,000 miles and the vehicle was never diagnosed or repaired, though Nissan was notified of the issue. The problem likely involves the engine's idle control system or fuel delivery, which may need inspection and possible replacement of faulty sensors or components.

NHTSA #: 10959864
Electrical System,air Bags1 issue
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
Filed: Feb 2018

Your 2002 Nissan Sentra was subject to two safety recalls: one for the airbag system and one for the electrical system. You reported that the nearest dealer was 600 miles away, making it difficult to get the recall work done. Nissan promised in November 2017 to send a technician to your location but never followed up. The fix would involve a technician performing the airbag and electrical system repairs as specified in the original recall notices.

NHTSA #: 11075491
Electronic Stability Control (esc),engine1 issue
highELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
Filed: Jun 2017

Your car's engine has shut off unexpectedly several times while you're braking and coming to a stop. This is a potentially serious issue since losing engine power while stopping can make it difficult to control the vehicle and could increase stopping distance. The problem may be related to the engine's idle control system or fuel delivery when the brakes are applied.

NHTSA #: 10994171
Electrical System,vehicle Speed Control1 issue
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Dec 2016

Your car's engine unexpectedly shuts off while you're driving. This appears to be related to an electrical or speed control system issue. Getting this diagnosed and repaired is important to prevent stalling while on the road.

NHTSA #: 10935177

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