2001 Nissan Sentra Gasoline Problems
- 21
- 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.
What owners report
- crank position · 5 records
- position sensor · 5 records
- included recall · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Gasoline
2001 nissan sentra. Consumer is requesting reimbursement for repairs. Consumer states that the vehicle has experienced stalling while driving and stopping. Recall for the crank and cam sensors. Dealer denied that the vehicle was included in the recall. *kb nissan informed the lawyer the vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. Recall# 01v357000 (lawyer wrote in on behalf of client).*jb
ODI 10215006
Gasoline
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at no particular speed, the vehicle stalled and the "check engine soon" lamp remained illuminated. Intermittently, the vehicle restarted without having to remain in the off position for several minutes. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and remains for additional testing. A nhtsa recall, # 01v357000, was performed on the vehicle concerning, the engine and…
ODI 10155020
Gasoline
After running normally, my car suddenly quit starting, and left me stranded with my child across town. I towed it to a firestone service station for repair only to find out the failure was a cam shaft sensor. The repair station then found out for me that my car had 3 open recalls which i was never notified of. I have now paid for another tow to get my car to a dealership to have these "covered" repairs completed.…
ODI 10143933
Gasoline · Module
Nissan sentra 2001, problems with steering and brakes. *bf the consumer was never notified of 2 recalls before the failure occurred. The dealer informed the consumer that corrosion and a loose battery terminal caused the vehicle to become inoperative. The dealer stated either recall could have caused the vehicle to stall. *jb
ODI 10117175
Gasoline
The consumer took the vehicle in for a recall for the check engine light. The light is still on. The manufacture stated that there was no more they could do, without a cost to the consumer. *jb
ODI 10089300
Gasoline
My 2001 nissan sentra se 2.0 litre is in the habit of "dying" while traveling. If there were no shoulder to pull onto and restart the car a serious rear end collision would occur. Nissan wants me to pay for repairs and will reimburse me if the 2.0 liter engine receives a recall like the 1.8 and 2.5 liter engines did for the same scenario. What gives? *jb
ODI 10064594
Gasoline
Request reimbursement for vehicle repairs and towing due to a manufacturer defect. (nar) *ph *cb *jb
ODI 10066595
Gasoline
I took my car to the dealership to have the sensor replaced due to a recall. Prior to having the recall repairs done my car had no major problems except the service engine soon light would not go off (it has been on since 40k miles). Now my car stalls every time i slow down to stop. If i had an automatic transmission i would have to pull off the road to restart my car. Since i have a clutch i can pop the clutch to…
ODI 10066537
Gasoline
Car died in intersection, for the second time, due to faulty sensors. Many sentras have been recalled for this exact problem, mine is not one of them. Nissan will not replace my sensors.*ak
ODI 10048953
Gasoline
While the vehicle was parked with the engine running it stalled without warning. The consumer attempted to restart the vehicle several time, but the engine would not restart. The dealer was notified and stated that the crank position sensor needed to be replaced under recall 01v357000. *ak the consumer's vehicle was not included in the recall. The consumer stated that his vehicle was manufactured 7 days after the…
ODI 10044796
Gasoline
While driving at 35 mph, with no warning the vehicle stalled, and it was difficult to control the vehicle. The dealer notified. *ak the vehicle would crank but not start. The dealer found the sensor circuit cam and crank sensor were bad and replaced them. Recall #01v357000 *scc
ODI 10024064
Gasoline
Consumer requesting refund for crank position sensor repair. *mr the consumer was told her vehicle was not included in the recall. *jb
ODI 10022279
Gasoline
Car died in intersection due to faulty sensor. Many sentras have been recalled for this exact problem, mine is not one of them. Nissan will not replace my sensors.*ak
ODI 10048954
Gasoline
While i was driving down the highway the engine stopped running and the service engine warning light came on. It was very hard to steer while traveling that speed and to get acroos the traffic so i could pull off of the highway. I had to have it towed to pat peck nissan in gulfport, mississippi. They fixed the car and said that it was the crank position sensor. I asked if there was a recall on this and they said no.…
ODI 769067
Gasoline · Hydraulic Power Assist System
While driving 60mph engine cut off, causing loss of power steering .*ak
ODI 8016575
Front Underhood · Gasoline
Engine quit while driving on interstate without warning. Engine check light came on. Car had no power. Car had to be towed. Told that crank position sensor needed to be replaced. This was replaced and then told that vehicle was still not working and that the wire harness was broken. The computer and wiring were moving around. Waited for this part from april 24th to may 31st. This part was replaced on june 3rd and…
ODI 762654
Gasoline
While driving about any mph, the engine will stop working without prior warning, and will leave vehicle without power. Dealer was contacted, but vehicle could not be fixed. Please provide more information.*ak
ODI 8003370
Gasoline · Suspension · Wheels
Consumer states while driving, vehicle was not getting enough engine power.*jb consumer is unable to drive vehicle as a result of concern for potential accident or crash. *jg
ODI 8008967
Gasoline · Power Train
The engine completely stopped in the middle of the road and wouldn't restart. *ph the problem was related to the engine sensor. The vehicle would lurch forward. *sc the consumer received a recall notice two after the incident regarding an engine sensor. The consumer was also told the vehicle needed a new transmission. *jb
ODI 10066721
Gasoline
Received recall notice 01v357000. Consumer's "engine" light is illuminated, but the dealer states that the vehicle's problem has nothing to do with the recall and is a warranty issue. Therefore, the dealer is refusing to service, free of charge, under recall.
ODI 10029868
Gasoline
Vehicle experienced the same defect with its crank position sensor as stated in recall 01 v 357 000 , but the dealership doesn't know if the this vehicle is included due to vin, and consumer was never notified.*ak
ODI 10026862