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1998 Nissan Sentra Electrical Problems

3 owner-reported electrical complaints from NHTSA data

3
Complaints
1
Fires
Feb 1999Sep 2019
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (3)

criticalELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
FireFiled: May 2006

Your car's right headlight experienced an electrical short in the wiring that ignited a component behind the light, causing a fire that spread through the engine bay and destroyed the vehicle. The fire melted the transmission fluid reservoir and caused catastrophic damage. This is a critical electrical fire hazard that can occur without warning.

NHTSA #: 10158130
highELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Filed: Sep 2019

Your ignition switch is causing your key to get stuck and your car sometimes won't start, and this problem is happening more frequently over time. You've also had multiple engine problems that required repair. The ignition switch may need to be replaced to resolve the starting and key-sticking issues.

NHTSA #: 11253805
mediumELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 1999

SPARK PLUGS FAILED. YH

NHTSA #: 608906

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