1. Nissan Sentra
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  3. Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

Nissan Sentra Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe Problems

7
Owner complaint records in our dataset
3
Years with records
2002–2008
Stored years

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Complaints by year

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
100–150k mi3
30–60k mi1
60–100k mi1

Complaint evidence

Latest stored owner-submitted records. Open a year for the full list.

  • February 21, 2012 · 32,000 miles

    Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

    The exhaust muffler flange failed. It was severely rusted, while the exhaust pipe and muffler were in great shape. The flange appears to be made of steel while the rest of the exhaust appears to be stainless steel and not affected by the winter weather in western ny state. The car was 5 months out of warranty. *tr

    ODI 10448793

    2008 records in this system

  • February 21, 2010 · 108,000 miles

    Exhaust System · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

    This is pertaining to an existing campaign (#03v084000). I bought a used 2002 nissan sentra ser spec-v in may 2007. Shortly after my purchase (june 2007), i had this outstanding recall, including several others performed. The above recall states that the pre-catalyst could overheat and disintegrate, blowing particulate into the combustion chamber, scoring the cylinder walls, and cause excessive oil consumption and…

    ODI 10317705

    2002 records in this system

  • September 4, 2009 · 145,000 miles

    Exhaust System · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

    Catalytic converter deposits go back into engine scoring the cylinder walls. Engine burning oil, potential fire and engine seizure. Nissan says nhtsa campaign 03v084000 was performed. Recent diagnosis shows code po 420, problem not fixed. Nhtsa needs to issue another recall. *tr

    ODI 10283672

    2002 records in this system

  • April 30, 2009 · 136,981 miles

    Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

    Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra. The contact stated that all the fluids leaked out through the tail pipe. The dealer stated that the vehicle was previously repaired according to nhtsa campaign id number 03v084000 (engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe); however, the contact has no knowledge of this repair. The failure is currently worse than ever. The manufacturer will…

    ODI 10268498

    2002 records in this system

  • December 7, 2007 · 64,439 miles

    Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

    Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra se-r. The service engine light began illuminating on the instrument panel and the exhaust began smoking. The muffler was replaced. The contact was notified of nhtsa campaign id number 03v084000 (engine and engine cooling:exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe). The dealer stated that because the muffler was repaired by another shop, they could not repair the…

    ODI 10214340

    2002 records in this system

  • November 10, 2004

    Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

    When i went to get my oil changed the mechanic went to pull the dipstick out and since it is plastic and is located next to the manifold it dried out and broke. Now the metal part of the dipstick is stuck in the tube.

    ODI 10098643

    2002 records in this system

  • Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

    2005 nissan sentra engine light recall. On*cw the consumer stated it took six months for the part to arrive. The dealer claimed the problem was fixed. However, the consumer continues to experience problems with the engine light illuminating. The consumer stated the vehicle failed emissions due to the recall problem not being resolved. *jb

    ODI 10313145

    2005 records in this system