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2003 Nissan Sentra Other Problems

6 owner-reported other complaints from NHTSA data

6
Complaints
Jan 2011Oct 2009
Date Range

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

Owner Complaints (6)

highUNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2019

While refueling your parked car, the fuel pump kept shutting off and gas was leaking underneath the vehicle. Your check engine light is now staying on continuously. This likely indicates a problem with the fuel filler neck, fuel tank seal, or related fuel system component that will need inspection and repair.

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NHTSA #: 11180571
highUNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2019

When you try to fill your gas tank, fuel pours back out onto the ground, and it takes 15-20 minutes just to add a small amount of gas. Your check engine light is also on. This is likely caused by a faulty vent control valve or evap canister that's preventing proper fuel tank ventilation.

NHTSA #: 11180562
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Mar 2026

Your rear windshield suddenly shattered and broke into pieces while you were driving to work, even though you hadn't noticed any prior cracks or damage. You had used the rear defrost that morning due to light frost, but it wasn't exceptionally cold. The glass will need to be completely replaced.

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NHTSA #: 11721955
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2011

WHEN I WAS DRIVING THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. I COULD BARLEY TURN THE STEERING WHEEL NOR COULD I BRAKE. I CAN USUALLY START IT RIGHT UP AGAIN BUT MOST TIMES I HAVE TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES BEFORE IT WILL. THIS STARTED TO HAPPEN ABOUT A MONTH AGO AND IT SEEMS IT'S BECOMING MORE FREQUENT. THE VEHICLE SEEMS TO LACK POWER AT TIMES. THERE IS USUALLY NO WARNING IT JUST SHUTS OFF, HOWEVER SOMETIMES IT WILL BEGIN TO CUT OUT THEN USUALLY DIES AT LOW SPEEDS. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHEN THIS STARTED HAPPENING AND IS STILL ON. I'VE YET TO FIX THE VEHICLE BUT DID FIND OUT THAT IT MAY BE THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. *TR

NHTSA #: 10377151
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2011

CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS REPRESENTATIVE FOR NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. REFUSAL TO PUT INTO WRITING THAT HIS VIN NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN AN EXTENDED WARRANTY NOTICE *TGW

NHTSA #: 10377401
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Oct 2009

I HAVE A 2003 NISSAN SENTRA XE THAT ONLY HAVE APPROX.54,187 MILES. THERE WAS A RECALL ON NISSAN SENTRA FROM 2000UNTIL 2003. NISSAN SAYS THAT MY CAR IS NOT IN THAT RECALL BUT IT HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS THE RECALL CARS HAS. THEY REFUSE TO FIX THIS DANGEROUS PROBLEMS. THE CAR CRANK SENSOR AND THROTTLE SERVICE IS IN THAT RECALL BUT THEY SAID IT DID NOT MATTER. THIS PROBLEM WILL CAUSE MANY PROBLEMS, WHEREAS THE CAR WILL NOT START AND THE CAR COULD ALSO STOP WHILE DRIVING WHICH WILL CAUSE A MAJOR ACCIDENT WHILE DRIVING THAT COULD HURT OR KILL MANY PEOPLE. THE CODES PO335 AND PO462 AND THE THROTTLE ARE ALL IN THE RECALL. ALL NISSAN BUYER SHOULD BE AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM. THIS IS AN ADDED EXPENSE ON ME AND I AM UNEMPLOYED AND A SENIOR CITIZEN................I WAS STRANDED FOR OVER TWO HOURS ALONE . *TR

NHTSA #: 10286877

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