2003 Nissan Sentra Electrical System 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.
What owners report
- check engine · 13 records
- engine light · 7 records
- light illuminated · 5 records
- engine warning · 5 records
- position sensor · 5 records
- electrical system · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 9 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Pcm ecm ecu engineering flaw. Engine kicks into safe mode while in operation or completely stalls, check engine light on, when restarts will misfire. Diagnosed with faulty control module (the second one in this vehicle since i have owned it)
ODI 11053772
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan sentra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact also stated that the check engine light illuminated after the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 03v4770000 (electrical system). The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ecm box needed to…
ODI 10748160
Catalytic Convertor · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan sentra. While driving less than 10 mph, a loud popping noise was heard from the engine. The check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and the vehicle stalled in the middle of the road. The vehicle restarted after approximately five minutes and was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the catalytic converter was faulty. The vehicle was taken…
ODI 10731705
Electrical System
I bought my car and the dashboard doesn't work all the time. It suddenly stops and give 0 information about speed, gas, and heat. I went to the dealership they want to charge me 1000$ which i can't afford. I think this is a car problem not my problem and i want them to fix it. Can you help for my safety? *tr
ODI 10637725
Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
I was pulling through a shopping center, when my sentra started stalling. I parked the vehicle and it would no longer start. I bought a code reader and it stated a few codes such as ecm, cam shaft position sensor, and accelerator position sensor. I had it towed to hudson nissan and they stated that the ecu/ecm has shorted and shorted the throttle body sensor. Which could have been extremely dangerous if i were…
ODI 10609613
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
We bought this low mileage car from a family member but after buying this car it started getting plagued with the car suddenly and mysteriously shutting off in the middle of driving. Engine died unannounced car cuts off and the power steering and power brakes stop working. It would happen up to 5 to 7 times a week intermittently. We had taken it nissan two different times in april to complain about the situation…
ODI 10630028
Electrical System
While driving instrument cluster panel shuts off then comes back on repeatedly, speedometer, oil gauge, rpms, water temp., etc. Car stays running but you can't tell what your speed or rpms are. Brought to numerous shops and dealers know one can figure out the problem. *tr
ODI 10629529
Electrical System
My car has stalled 3 times over the past year. One minute i am driving, the next i am coasting. Thankfully, i was always driving slowly with no one behind me. It starts right up. No "code" showing up for diagnostics. I called nissan re: multiple recalls for electrical problems that can cause stalling, but they said my car wasn't part of the recalls. *tr
ODI 10567586
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan sentra gxe. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the vehicle stalled and would repeatedly stall once restarted. In addition, the instrument panel back light would fail once the vehicle was restarted with only the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who advised that the central computer would need to be reprogrammed. The…
ODI 10564248
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan sentra. While driving approximately 35 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic advised the contact that the thermostat and the ignition would have to be replaced. After the repair the failure persisted. The contact referenced a recall pertaining to the failure under nhtsa campaign id…
ODI 10483759
Electrical System · Engine
Check engine light came on after starting car after oil change at local shop. Mechanic checked code, problem with camshaft position sensor. Part replaced. Problem solved, check engine light stay off. After 1 week, check engine light came on and again, camshaft position sensor needs replaced. Car timing clearly off - when attempting to accelerate car jolts and shudders hard enough to slam driver into seatbelt. When…
ODI 10511468
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitant to start. Once the vehicle was started the vehicle would hesitate while driving and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a personal mechanic and the contact was informed that the electronic control module would need to be replaced. The contact was then informed of a recall under nhtsa…
ODI 10466385
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Unknown Or Other
Vehicle failed the mil/check engine light due to obd communications failure. Nissan dealership code reader also unable to communicate with ecm. Possible faulty ecm. *tr
ODI 10424625
Electrical System
While driving in routine traffic, i felt a jolt, the service engine soon light came on and the rpms dropped resulting in the engine stalling. The first time this occurred i was able to pull over on the freeway to the shoulder. The 2nd time this occurred, i didn't pull over in time and the power steering and brakes went out making it difficult to stop the car to turn off. I am usually able to turn the car on after a…
ODI 10356312
Electrical System · Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan sentra. While driving 40 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. Once the contact turned off the vehicle, it did not restart until the following day. Once the vehicle was started, the contact noticed that the tachometer was not working. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 86,000.
ODI 10275205
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan sentra. The contact stated that when making both left and right turns, the vehicle would shut off without warning also, once the vehicle was already started and warmed up, she was unable to restart it again, without constantly depressing the accelerator pedal for about 10 seconds which was similar to nhtsa campaign number 03v477000 (electrical system:ignition:module). The dealer was…
ODI 10371076
Electrical System
2003 nissan sentra had a recall on a sensor, took to the dealership they said it was fine they didn't replace it. Three weeks later the car stop running while my son was driving it, we had it taken to the shop and the sensor was the problem it cost me 340.00. Two yrs later the sensor is acting up again so i'm going to have to fix it again it will cost another 340.00. *tr
ODI 10405817
Electrical System · Fuel System, Other
I have a 2003 nissan sentra gxe 1.8 l. My car has cut off or will not stop properly since the incident date. I took the car to autozone and the error that came up where p0462 and p0335. I checked the with the haynes book and to correct the p0462 problem i have to replace the fuel pump and p0335 is the crankshaft sensor. I have noticed that many of the complaints of the website are the for the same problems i am…
ODI 10259358
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
2003 nissan sentra, first notice the service engine soon light come on. Then, the car would feel like it was losing power while driving. Took it to the dealership, they couldn't find anything wrong with it but they said it might be the battery or alternator. So, they gave me a new alternator and a new battery. Then, short time after the car started losing power and just stalling completely. Power steering goes as…
ODI 10266997
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan sentra. The " check engine" warning light became illuminated on the instrument control panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised that the computerized system be reset. The manufacturer recommended that the computer system be repaired at an expense of$1,000.00. No repairs were made. The failure mileage was 20,000. The current…
ODI 10295183
Electrical System
I have received letters of "important safety recall notice" stating that my vehicle has a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety. My vehicle has stopped more than twice and has cost me more than $300.00 to fix. I had taken it to the miller nissan in van nuys city [redacted]) and the problem was solved but then the "check engine soon" light came on and caused my vehicle to stop in the freeway on my way to work.…
ODI 10236883
Electrical System
While driving the light, horn and hazard lights failed. The dealer is aware of the problem. *nlm
ODI 10009834
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Jumps forward sometimes without foot on acclerator, especially when making turn from stopped position. Dealership can not duplicate problem. False allignment at time of purchase. Dealership states steering column was put in off center. This problem was corrected. Creak and pops in dash on both driver and passenger sides. Has been taken to dealership on two occasions to fix problems. No luck yet.
ODI 10005669
Electrical System · Fuel Injection System
Once approaching a stop (crosswalk), the vehicle accelerated without touching the accelerator pedal. The owner of the vehicle almost hit a pedestrian. Another time, the vehicle lunged forward when attempting to move out of parking space. The dealership has the vehicle as of 01-28-2003 with cause not identified yet. The owner is concerned about the performance and repair of vehicle and the safety of those around if…
ODI 10004838