1993 Nissan Sentra
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Owner complaints
58 complaints8 involved a crash2 involved a fire8 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Power train · Steering · Tires · Vehicle speed control
I have had many problems that IS costing me lots of money now to fix. Five years ago, my distributor cap cracked, reason unknown. Driven by old lady. Because it cracked, it caused water to be able to seep in, causing the car to stall out. Don't know why it would have cracked. Another problem it has…
I have had many problems that IS costing me lots of money now to fix. Five years ago, my distributor cap cracked, reason unknown. Driven by old lady. Because it cracked, it caused water to be able to seep in, causing the car to stall out. Don't know why it would have cracked. Another problem it has IS when I went to use the cruise control, springs flew out of it. I had never used it before. Another problem IS the axles, cv joints and steering kit. Everything went out on my car. One lead to the next. I can't realign my car because my steering kit and tie rods are shot along with my axles and cv joints. Because of these problems, I have had to replace my tires twice from them wearing down. I would fix it but when I got it all priced, it was almost $2000. I can't afford that. *Jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Floor shift
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan sentra. While the vehicle was parked, the contact shifted into park and the shifter moved to neutral. She was finally able to shift into park after another attempt. The shifter would not lock when in the drive position. The failure occurred daily. The vehicle had…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan sentra. While the vehicle was parked, the contact shifted into park and the shifter moved to neutral. She was finally able to shift into park after another attempt. The shifter would not lock when in the drive position. The failure occurred daily. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 24,500. The current mileage was approximately 25,000.
- Structure
TL* the contact owns a 1993 nissan sentra. The contact stated when the cup holder IS occupied; the cup would rest against the hazard light switch causing the directional lights to malfunction. The manufacturer was contacted but did not provide any further assistance. The failure mileage was 67,000 and the current mileage was 67,540.
- Air bags · Fuel system, gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan sentra. the contact stated that there was a massive fuel leak coming from the fuel line. whenever he fills up the fuel tank, gasoline would leak from the filler tube connection tank. the overflow tube was previously repaired to correct the failure; however, the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1993 nissan sentra. the contact stated that there was a massive fuel leak coming from the fuel line. whenever he fills up the fuel tank, gasoline would leak from the filler tube connection tank. the overflow tube was previously repaired to correct the failure; however, the fuel continued to leak. in addition, the air bag warning indicator continued to illuminate on the instrument panel. the indicator made a series of four beeping sounds and remain lit for 15 minutes while continuing to beep. the failure mileage was 63,000 and current mileage was 95,000.
- Power train › Manual transmission
Manual five speed transmission; fifth gear (shifter stick) continuously pops-out. Fifth gear inoperable. This situation IS all too common with this vehicle and nissan corporation should finally take full responsibility for this common defect. *jb
- Tires › Sidewall
Uniroyal tiger paw touring tr tire 185/60/14. The tire IS starting to develop splits 1 1/2 inches below the top off the tire on the sidewall.there are splits 6 inches in length. I bought these tires in january 2003. Currently there IS 24,000 miles on the tires. I believe if the tire isnt replaced…
Uniroyal tiger paw touring tr tire 185/60/14. The tire IS starting to develop splits 1 1/2 inches below the top off the tire on the sidewall.there are splits 6 inches in length. I bought these tires in january 2003. Currently there IS 24,000 miles on the tires. I believe if the tire isnt replaced soon it was cause a dangerous blowout. I dont know how long the tire has been like this,i noticed when I was checking air pressure. This isnt a road hazard issue. I have never hit anything to cause the tire to do this. I also believe the tread will seperate from the casing. *Ak
- Tires › Sidewall · Tires › Tread/belt
While driving on the turnpike consumer lost control of the vehicle when the tire blew out. pulled off the highway, and discovered that tire tread peeled down to the wheel. the metal on the wheel was visible. Vehicle was driven on the metal to sam's club, where the tire was originally purchased.…
While driving on the turnpike consumer lost control of the vehicle when the tire blew out. pulled off the highway, and discovered that tire tread peeled down to the wheel. the metal on the wheel was visible. Vehicle was driven on the metal to sam's club, where the tire was originally purchased. Damage was caused to the front of the vehicle and the passenger tire. sam's personnel advised consumer to call b.f.goodrich since there was a recall on the tire. consumer paid for two new front tires, called manufacturer, and was told to send the tire receipt along with two estimates. a decision will be made for reimbursement. the tire will be sent back to consumer. *ak
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Rt. Front coil spring broke. I thought it was normal wear and tear until I read, on this website, that it has happened to others.*ak
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Consumer was concerned that the vehicle didn't have a buckle to the seat belt. please fill in additional information. Dealer was made aware of the problem. *ph
- Structure › Frame and members
Purchased vehicle with less than 70,000 miles on it ,second owner ,vehicle was garage kept by original owner, the crossmember directly underneath the radiator IS completely rusting away, which IS where a motor mount IS attached .i contacted nissan's consumer affairs department and was told of the…
Purchased vehicle with less than 70,000 miles on it ,second owner ,vehicle was garage kept by original owner, the crossmember directly underneath the radiator IS completely rusting away, which IS where a motor mount IS attached .i contacted nissan's consumer affairs department and was told of the harsh winters and road chemicals in pennsylvania was the reason.nissan's resolution was sending me a questionnaire to fill out.also unusual rust holes around the door hinges. The exterior of the vehicle IS rust free. My concern IS some type of structure failure in the future. *ak
- Vehicle speed control
On three occasions when shifting from reverse to drive vehicle surged forward suddenly, resulting in a minor collision. Please provide further information.*ak
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Right front coil spring broke into two pieces during normal use. *ak
- Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc. · Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Injectors · Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devices · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper arm · Unknown or other
Volume control on radio IS uncontrolable, vehicle vibrates causing wide fluctuation of radio volume, also using rear defroster interfers with radio frequency and volume. *jb
- Suspension › Front › Springs › Coil springs
Front coil springs broke while driving . Dealer has been contacted.*ak *slc
- Tires › Tread/belt
The front right firestone affinity touring t tire p18560r14, experienced tread separation, causing damage to the front end of the vehicle and causing driver to sustain injuries, firestone stated that it would take 6-8 weeks before they would even look into the matter. *slc
- Electrical system › Ignition
Ongoing problem for a few years,with numerous visits to dealer and cause of problem cannot be found. When driving the car will stop accelerating, jerk and shudder a couple times as if the car IS running out of gas, then suddenly start accelerating once again. Also when slowing down at intersections…
Ongoing problem for a few years,with numerous visits to dealer and cause of problem cannot be found. When driving the car will stop accelerating, jerk and shudder a couple times as if the car IS running out of gas, then suddenly start accelerating once again. Also when slowing down at intersections the engine attempts to shut off but cycles back on. This will continue until gas pedal IS depressed racing the engine. Took car to dealer 10/30/2000 had a engine analysis done everything was up to manufactors specs including the timing. Cleaned entire fuel system. Two days later 11/01/2000 problem occurred again.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
This has happened many times before in the past 3 years that I have owned this car. I will be driving and for no reason the car cuts off. sometimes I am driving uphill, sometimes on straight, flat road. I was almost rear-ended yesterday because for now reason, and no warning my car stops dead in…
This has happened many times before in the past 3 years that I have owned this car. I will be driving and for no reason the car cuts off. sometimes I am driving uphill, sometimes on straight, flat road. I was almost rear-ended yesterday because for now reason, and no warning my car stops dead in it's tracks. all the engine fail lights come on, as if you were just starting the car in the morning. the car hasn't been driven for an extended period of time, meaning it's not overheated when this occurs. I have had a fuel injector replaced. temperature sensors replaced more then once. alternator was recently replaced and numerous batteries. nothing corrects the problem.
- Power train › Manual transmission
I was driving up a hill, a/c on, cruise control on, doing 60 mph in 5TH gear when the transmission "popped out" of 5TH gear. I was able to reproduce the problem by driving uphill with and without the a/c on, with and without the cruise control being on. according to two dealers, I need to replace…
I was driving up a hill, a/c on, cruise control on, doing 60 mph in 5TH gear when the transmission "popped out" of 5TH gear. I was able to reproduce the problem by driving uphill with and without the a/c on, with and without the cruise control being on. according to two dealers, I need to replace the entire transmission at a cost of $1751. a rebuild could be done for $750. checking the web found http://www.se-r-list.org/fifth.gear.phtml, where the problem IS detailed. that individual's cost? about $300. why must a transmission be replaced for an engineering defect?
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
This has been an ongoing problem for 2 years. have taken to dealer they have no idea how to fix the problem and have difficulties duplicating the problem. happens on a whim. sometimes not for weeks then other times every day. it IS very sparatice making getting it fixed real hard.
- Electrical system › Ignition › Switch
Difficulty starting car. car will not start. *ak
- Seat belts
While traveling at 60 mph vehicle was in a rollover accident that threw both driver and passenger out of the vehicle. The seat belts were manufactured attached to the doors. So when the doors came open during the accident, there was no support from the seat belts. dealer has been contacted. *ak
- Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
A/c compressor failed. nlm
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
When driving at any speed there IS a knocking noise coming from the vehicle and the vehicle IS stalling. dealer can't determine the cause of the problem. *ak
- Unknown or other
No summary
- Air bags
Airbag light stays on, indicating a defect exists ,and airbag IS inoperative. *Ak
Defect investigations
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- Stalling
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10243708DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10239062SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal injury, do not directly spray Silicone-based lubricant or grease, or inadvertently overspray Silicone-based lubricant or grease onto any interior electrical components. These types of lubricants can be detrimental to the proper operation of electrical components.
- 1023906012 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations are expected to promote uniformity during the connection process, therefore reducing the number of incorrect Test with DCA and Replace results. HINT: If 12 volt batteries are allowed to discharge for a prolonged period of time, battery life may be drastically reduced. This condition may lead to premature battery replacement and customer dissatisfaction. IMPORTANT: CPX-900 is now an accepted testing tool to use along with or in place of the DSS-5000 CPX-900 operating instructions are found at: https://nissancpx900.midtronics.com/ DSS-5000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandss5000.midtronics.com/ DCA-8000 is now a required testing tool to be used for all warranty replacement decisions. The DCA-8000 is also a more efficient charger than previously available, and will charge any available 12 volt lead acid battery safely and accurately as long as all precautions and inputs are made correctly. The DCA-8000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandca8000.midtronics.com/
- 10235729RADIO INTERMITTENTLY REBOOTS DURING AUDIO PLAYBACK VIA BLUETOOTH CONNECTED IPHONE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10235710INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10235707VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232658REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232657WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232656WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232652DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10206391STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10192305SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service on the SRS. See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10192233Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory wheels are subjected to testing to ensure they meet Nissan's standards. Nissan Original Equipment Alloy or Genuine Accessory wheels subjected to aftermarket chroming may no longer continue to meet these standards and may be seriously damaged. Therefore, Nissan most strongly discourages, and recommends that these wheels NEVER be subjected to, aftermarket chroming. See this bulletinfor further detail.
- 10192217If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe has been chosen as the approved tool for rotor resurfacing. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe can be ordered from TECH-MATE at 1-800-662-2001. - ProCut technical support or service can be obtained by calling 1-800-543-6618. NOTE: Brake rotors may need to be resurfaced during routine brake repair or for brake "judder" incidents. - Brake judder: A brake pedal pulsation and/or steering wheel shimmy when braking that occurs when there is too much thickness variation of the brake rotors (see NTB00-033). See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10192216SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into the following categories: a. Brake Noise: A squeak, squeal, clunk, or groan that occurs when the brakes are applied or released. b. Brake Judder: A vibration that can be felt in the vehicle, steering wheel or brake pedal when the brakes are applied. c. Pedal Feel: The effort needed to operate the brakes is too high or too low. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Verify the condition by road testing the vehicle with the customer. 2. Determine the specific brake incident based on the description in the Service Information above. 3. Follow the appropriate repair procedure(s), listed on the following pages, for your specific incident. See this bulletin for further details.
- 10192145SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition which is considered normal, does not affect strut/shock absorber operation or performance, and does not require replacement. - A strut or shock absorber that should be replaced due to rod resistance/noise issues. See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10188377STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10178251Expiration Notification Fuel Pump Dealer Announcement ***** Campaign Summary***** In 1993, Nissan launched a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain 1991-1993 Model Year Nissan Sentra (B13) and 1993 Altima (U13) vehicles to inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump. It was determined that the fuel pumps on the subject vehicles may experience accelerated brush wear. Parts specified for this campaign are no longer available through Nissan. This customer service campaign and customer reimbursement for these repairs are no longer available. ***** What Dealers Should Do ***** 1. Service Comm will deactivate U3005 on any unrepaired VINs on July 1, 2020. No further dealer action is required.
- 10177205VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN SENTRA (B13) AND ALTIMA (U13) FUEL PUMPS Service Campaign ID # 93-U3005 is no longer active. Repair orders opened after this bulletins published date are no longer eligible for reimbursement under Campaign ID # 93-U3005. Discard all previous versions of 93U3005.
- 10051767Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond.
- 10032506Nissan: vent control valve replacement. When replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service manuals (esm; when installing the new valve, do not add any lube to its o ring; for frontier (D40 series) only, install the protector listed in parts information. Includes 2005-09 frontier. Updated 12/8/10.
- 10031305Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light on/flashing. No models or model years listed. Updated on 08-11-2011.
- 10030165Nissan: the 12 volt battery IS an important part of the vehicle electrical system and IS required to stay connected when the engine IS running. To prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. No model years listed.
- 10000134Nissan essential tool drive plate installer.
- 603937A revised service procedure for the engine front cover / timing chain has been adopted for the ga16de.
- 45792Recall involves replacing the fuel pump in the gas tank for some 1991-1993 nissan sentras. If the fuel pump IS not replaced it could cause the car to stall and not restart.
- 39648Fuel guage inaccurate.
- 393231991-94 sentra ga16de spark knock.
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