2002 Nissan Sentra Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 67
- 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 67 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 12 records
- engine engine · 11 records
- engine cooling · 10 records
- check engine · 9 records
- light illuminated · 8 records
- under recall · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 1–30k mi | 10 |
| 100–150k mi | 10 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle stalled. Through online research, the contact discovered numerous recalls on the vehicle with the same failure that he was experiencing. The manufacturer stated that his vin was not included in any of the recalls; therefore, the contact would not be reimbursed for any of the repairs related to those recalls. The contact feels that his…
ODI 10233108
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra. While attempting to drive up an exit ramp, the vehicle began to stall. The engine light illuminated and then the vehicle stalled completely. The contact had to wait five minutes to restart the vehicle and drive home. The vehicle has been diagnosed several times, but the failure still persists. The current and failure mileages were 15,000. Updated 07/10/08. *lj updated *jb
ODI 10228353
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the check engine indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. As a result, the vehicle failed its emissions inspection. The dealer replaced the o2 sensor. The contact took the vehicle to a personal mechanic and had the o2 sensor replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer stated that nothing could be done. The contact stated that the…
ODI 10254152
Engine And Engine Cooling
Hi, my name is [xxx] . I have a complaint/recommendation about the manner in which a vehicle recall is being handled/performed. I am the owner of a 2002 nissan sentra se-r spec v. This vehicle has/had a recall in place to fix a condition that would lead to unrepairable engine failure. The condition you may be aware of as a pre-cat (catalytic converter located on the exhaust manifold in addition to the main one)…
ODI 10229233
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra. When the contact purchased the vehicle, he had the oil consumption of the fuel system inspected. The mechanic informed him that the vehicle was burning large amounts of oil, causing the piston rings to wear down. He was also informed of a recall with this identical failure, which stated that they were supposed to replace the parts as well as install a catalyst. The contact…
ODI 10226491
Engine And Engine Cooling
2002 nissan sentra has a stalling problem followed by the check engine light. *nj the consumer was informed a recall existed for the stalling he experienced. The dealer reprogrammed the ecm, however a year later the stalling occurred again. The consumer believed the ecm should have been replaced rather than reprogrammed. Recall # 07v527000. *jb
ODI 10257898
Engine And Engine Cooling · Module
My vehicle would cut off while driving. I took it to a nissan dealership to have the recalls r3022 (crank position sensor) and the inside lining of the ecm box removed. Because of the damage done to the ecm box from the lining by ecm box has to be unjustly fixed at my own expense. *tr
ODI 10207361
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra se-r. While driving approximately 60 mph, the oil indicator illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. The contact drove to his residence. The dealer advised him to add more oil in the vehicle. The oil leakage became a persistent issue. One year later, while driving approximately 40 mph, he heard a loud noise coming from the hood on the driver's side. The vehicle…
ODI 10251994
Engine And Engine Cooling
Oil dip stick broke on 2002 nissan sentra. With only about 60,000 miles on the nissan sentra, the plastic oil dip stick broke off inside the tube. The vehicle was taken to a nissan dealer for repairs at a an out outrageous cost of $380.63. Checking the internet, i found numerous complaints for the same problem. It surely appears to be a design flaw with the dip stick and nissan should initiate a recall to replace…
ODI 10205584
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling
The dipstick cap on my 2002 nissan sentra gxe is plastic. Due to this and the normal heating and cooling of the engine, it has broken away from the dipstick and the dipstick is stuck down in the dipstick tube. To get this out and replace it, the dealerships and repair garages want $100-200+ dollars. This i have learned is a common defect among most cars of this make and model. *tr
ODI 10205506
Engine And Engine Cooling
The handle on the engine oil dipstick has broken off. The stick itself is now in the dipstick tube. I was looking on the internet yesterday, august 12, 2007 and uncovered numerous complaints from people about this same problem. It seems to be a common problem with nissan vehicles. *tr
ODI 10199364
Engine And Engine Cooling · Instrument Cluster/Panel
2002 nissan sentra se-r we own has been giving us a re-occurring problem with both the unified meter that controls the speedometer and affects the ecm to throw up the engine light to come on..causes a massive slow down in speed when the speedometer goes out while driving..brought this to the attention to a local nissan dealer, mike shad of orange park and was informed not to worry about the engine light and just…
ODI 10200418
Engine And Engine Cooling · Module
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated. Two weeks later, while driving 65 mph, the vehicle completely shut off. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The vehicle was towed to her residence and then to the dealer. The dealer performed two repairs under recall # 03v477000 (electrical system:ignition:module) and recall #…
ODI 10196850
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra se-r. The contact stated that her vehicle is experiencing pre-catalytic failure. One of the converters separated and went into the motor, causing high oil consumption and engine viruses. The current mileage is 102,000 and failure mileage was 99,000. Updated 02/01/08. *lj
ODI 10196249
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering
While driving the will stop running without warning or my service engine light will come on and my car will not start. This started about 5 years ago. *tr
ODI 10424392
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*- the contact was driving the 2002 nissan sentra at a speed of 50 mph exiting the freeway when the engine suddenly lost power without any prior warning. The contact had the vehicle towed into the dealership in reno, nv. The dealership is currently working on the vehicle. The contact felt that vehicle had the same failure as mentined nhtsa recall campaign id number : 03v455000 concerning engine and engine cooling.…
ODI 10180597
Engine And Engine Cooling
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the engine stalled without warning. Afterwards, the engine was easily restarted. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who was unable to duplicate the problem. There was a nhtsa recall, # 06v242000, regarding the engine. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. The manufacturer was not alerted.
ODI 10170106
Engine And Engine Cooling
While both driving on the highway and in stop and go traffic, car shuts off entirely. Sometimes not starting again. Have had car towed to mechanic and mass air flow sensor replaced and on a different occasion the cam sensor reset. Problem still occurs. Never received a single recall notice; warranty period has expired. *jb
ODI 10165304
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Early march, i noticed on consumer reports website that there were recalls associated with my 2002 nissan sentra. Engine sensors. Nissan did not send me a recall notice even though they had my name and address. I registered the car when i bought it used. March 16 2006 my nissan had 115754 kms on it when i took it into nissan victoria for the recalls. They replaced the crankshaft/camshaft position sensors (3 in…
ODI 10161543
Engine And Engine Cooling
At 6:30 am, i was driving, trying to defrost the windows with the defroster at a light and the car started a jerking motion and overheated. I parked the car at family member's residence. I took the car to the dealer and was told that the engine needed to be replaced; however, the replacement was covered under the warranty. Nissan needed to be contacted and they were. My case was in the warranty department for 3.5…
ODI 10162466
Engine And Engine Cooling · Ignition
Vehicle(2002 nissan sentra gxe) becomes rough and the engine stop intermittently while driving the vehicle. Taken the vehicle to the dealership, the ecm (engine control module) was detected to be bad. It was replaced at a cost of $95.00. The vehicle odometer was showing about 47,000 miles. Talked to the nissan manufacturer and i was told that all recalls were already done on this vehicle on march 24th, 2004 at…
ODI 10184622
Engine And Engine Cooling
When my 2002 sentra was brought into habberstad nissan for a routine oil change, i was informed that the oil dip stick was broken and the bottom was stuck in the bottom. I was told by nissan that the oil pan had to be removed to get it out and that it would cost $290.00. I have an extended warranty and was also told that this was not covered under the warranty. The service person also mentioned that he has seen this…
ODI 10150964
Electric Power Assist System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Window Devices And Controls · Rack And Pinion
Dt*: the consumer stated while driving, the vehicle vibrated and jumped from side to side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they determined the rack and pinion and power assist system needed to be replaced. *jb the head gaket was leaking, the driver side window was i noperative, the oil stick was broken. Updated 02/24/06. *jb
ODI 10147684
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan sentra s-er. Three years ago, the check engine light illuminated and the dealer stated that it could be due to various components. The check engine light remained illuminated the rest of the day. The dealer also suggested that there may have been a crack in the wiring harness. The cost to replace the wiring harness was $1,800, does not include labor or guarantee that the failure…
ODI 10223869
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