2001 Nissan Sentra Engine Problems
- 24
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
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.
Among these 24 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- crank position · 6 records
- position sensor · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning. The contacts mechanic replaced the ignition coil fuse and the vehicle ran normal for a few days and then began hesitating and exhibiting recurrences of stalling. The contact then took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the crank position sensor would need to be replaced. The dealer stated there was a…
ODI 10393759
Engine
My vehicle almost stalled on the freeway. A vehicle behind me had to swerve out of the way to avoid rear ending me. I was able to drive home at a slow pace. Took my vehicle which is a 2001 nissan sentra gxe to the dealership to get a diagnostic check. The dealer informed me that my problem was the ecu system. They told me that the ecu system needed to be replaced. I searched online for any recalls for that…
ODI 10312293
Engine · Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 nissan sentra. He stated that while driving approximately 10 mph and approaching a stop sign or traffic light the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated each time the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the electronic control module was not responding to the engine. The mechanic also stated that recall number 03v477000,…
ODI 10298707
Engine
Metal piece of oil dipstick broke off and fell into engine. Unable to retrieve. Poor design noted. *tr
ODI 10239472
Engine
Regarding the broken oil dip stick: 1- drain the oil and leave the drain plug out. 2 - use a shop vacuum to suck the lost dip stick out of the engine. 3 - replace oil drain plug, refill with oil, replace new dip stick. *tr
ODI 10211465
Engine
The plastic portion of my oil dipstick broke off on my 2001 nissan sentra gxe. This caused the dipstick to fall into the engine. I had to pay for a new dipstick. The new dipstick is also plastic and i anticipate that this will happen again. It does not take a genius to realize that you should not use plastic on an engine part!!! *tr
ODI 10226593
Engine
The dipstick broke off in the tube on my 2001 nissan sentra. The metal stick and plastic top to the stick are about 3 inches in the tube and are unretreivable by myself. The dealership wants to charge $250 to get the stick out and replace it. *tr
ODI 10201700
Engine
The oil dipstick handle broke and the pastic above the dipstick is welded to the metal tube. The dipstick cannot be removed. I bought a replacement dipstick online, but the nissan technicians say it costs $200 in service to remove the tube and get the old one out. This is a defective part.
ODI 10194788
Engine · Rim
Nissan sentra 2001 se. Motor stopped on freeway at once, failure was crank sensor. Cost me 500 parts tow and labor, no dealer around or open. New sensor failing now i think, service engine soon light on again. Ecm problems , also front rim broke and caused the car to go in ditch, needs body repair now. Bad vibration in steering. Have tried to get this car fixed at dealer no luck also tried nissan consumer aff. They…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10158651
Engine
1&2) driving down the highway at 65 mph. The car suddenly starts to shudder and becomes hard to control. Slowed down to 35 mph, still shuddering but not as much. Stopped at a light, the car dies in the middle of the road. Other cars veer around me. Tried to start the car again immediately. Doesn't start. Wait 5 minutes in the middle of the road (it was raining and hailing at the time) and try to start again. This…
ODI 10079157
Engine
I have a 2001 nissan sentra and the "service engine soon" light has come on. I noticed from the nissan web site that there are three recalls that may result in the light coming on. My car falls within the vin range listed on nissan web site. So, i contacted one of the nissan dealers and was told that they could have my car inspected for $81 because the vehicle is not in the warranty any more. I contacted the nissan…
ODI 10075159
Engine · Hydraulic Power Assist System
Hello, i own a 2001 nissan sentra. I've had the car for about 3.5 years and during that time it's had at least 4-5 recalls. Most recently i took it in for the engine control module case holder recall in early march. This recall was to fix a problem that could result in the engine shutting off while driving. About two months later, i was on the road sitting at a red light, and all of the sudden the engine shut off. I…
ODI 10075221
Engine
Oil dipstick handle cracks off leaving dipstick stuck in engine. The handle is plastic in a hot area being the engine and has a weak point on it. This is a common problem. See discussion board http://www.broomeman.com/mt/archives/001156.html. *jb
ODI 10060057
Catalytic Convertor · Electrical System · Engine
While driving, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained until the vehicle was turned off. The consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic was not able to duplicate the problem. *ak other failed parts were: electronic control module, catalytic converter, electrical coil, and the crank sensor. *sc *jb
ODI 10059295
Engine
I have received only one recall request on my vehicle since i have owned it in 2001. There are now several recalls on my vehicle make and model. I have the problems with my vehicle that are described in a couple of the different recalls. I called nissan to find out why i was never notified of the recalls listed. They informed me that my vehicle because of the vin number did not fall under the recall. I explained…
ODI 10049173
Anti-Theft Device · Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Engine
While driving at 35 mph vehicle stalled and shut down in the middle of the highway. Before total shut down steering wheel and brakes locked up, almost resulting in an accident. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who in turn informed the consumer that the crank positioning sensor was defective. There was a recall on this vehicle, but not for consumer's vin number. The dealer wanted to charge consumer for recall…
ODI 10042193
Engine
Defective crank position sensor, which caused engine to cease twice while driving. Car was towed to dealer, who said they would look at it. Meanwhile, went to nissan website and found the exact cause. I then called nissan consumer affairs and was informed my car should have been recalled. I then called dealer's svc mgr, who said he wasn't sure. I told him i spoke with their consumer dept and they confirmed the car…
ODI 10021025
Engine
The vehicle stalled, due to a defective crank position sensor. *jb
ODI 10018288
Engine
The vehicles vin was not included in a recall related to the camshaft sensors which caused the vehicle to stall while driving (recall number 01v-357000). *mr *scc *nlm
ODI 10021556
Engine
The vehicle stalled without warning.*jb dealership replaced crank position sensor. *tt
ODI 10015790
Engine
While traveling about 60mph on the highway without prior warning. The vehicle shut down and there was a ticking noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The dealership is aware of the problem. Ts
ODI 8021835
Engine
Approaching a stop light the engine quit. Engine check warning light came on and the car would not start. The car was towed to tustin nissan and they replaced the crank position sensor. I saw a recall for 2000 sentra's but not 2001.*ak
ODI 755791
Engine
THE CRANK SENSOR WAS REPLACED.*JB
ODI 10009634
Engine
After recall repairs for crank position sensor was donevehicle experienced same problem stated in recall, resulting in a bad accident.dealer contacted.*ak
Crash reported
ODI 8016050