2005 Nissan Sentra Suspension Problems
3 owner-reported suspension complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (3)
Your 2005 Sentra has had repeated brake and suspension problems since you purchased it. The front brake calipers, rotors, pads, and hoses have malfunctioned multiple times, and a front ball joint needs repair—some parts had to be replaced twice even after the dealership worked on them. Your car also has a check engine light that remains on despite attempts to fix it. A complete brake system inspection and replacement of failing components, along with diagnostic work to identify the check engine light issue, will likely be needed.
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SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS. *TR
BOUGHT CAR IN OCTOBER 2004, AND BY DECEMBER WAS CONTINUALLY HEARING A LOUD, CREAKING SOUND WHEN GOING OVER ANY KIND OF IMPERFECTION IN THE ROAD. WHEN RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP, PROBLEM BLAMED ON FACTORY BLOWN STRUTS. WAITED A MONTH FOR THE PART (BECAUSE IT WAS ON NATIONAL BACKORDER) AND PART WAS FINALLY REPLACED. WITHIN THREE DAYS, THE SAME SOUND COULD BE HEARD. BROUGHT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND ORDERED MORE STRUTS. A MONTH LATER (NOW MARCH 1ST) WHEN PICKED UP THE CAR FOR THE SECOND TIME, THE DAY AFTER REPLACING THE STRUT SAME SOUND WAS HEARD AGAIN. ON TAKING IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE THIRD TIME, SOUND BLAMED ON CONTROLL ARM BUSHINGS. APPT. NEXT WEEK TO SEE IF THIS PRBLEM IS CORRECT.*AK