CarRecallWatchThe 1988 Nissan Sentra has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 4 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Seat Belts (15 reports).
1988 Nissan Sentra recalls
Most common 1988 Nissan Sentra problems
Problem areas named in the 37 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 15 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
WHILE EXECUTING A LOW SPEED LEFT HAND TURN, THE LEFT CONTROL ARM BROKE RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND EXPENSIVE FRONT SUSPENSION REPAIRS. THE LEFT WHEEL TURNED PERPENDICULAR TO THE CAR AND THE CAR SKIDDED TO A STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. WITH THE FRONT TIRES POINTING IN DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS, IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO MOVE. TOWED IN FOR REPAIRS. THE CV JOINT, STRUT AND STEERING RACK WERE ALL DAMAGED DUE TO THE CONTROL ARM FAILURE. THE CONTROL ARM BROKE JUST IN FRONT OF THE BALL JOINT. *TR
1988 NISSAN SENTRA INSURANCE CLAIM FOR REPAIR. *TS *JB
WHILE IN AN ACCIDENT DRIVER'S SEAT CALLAPSED, CAUSING CONSUMER TO HOLD ON TO STEERING WHEEL. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
FUEL AND TEMPERATURE GAUGE WORKS ONCE A MONTH, THEN FAILS. *ET
ENGINE IS COSTING TOO MUCH TO FIX. THE HEAD WAS REPLACED, BUT STIL NOT WORKING.*AK
1988 Nissan Sentra questions
Does the 1988 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1988 Nissan Sentra: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1988 Nissan Sentra?
Based on 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Seat Belts (15), Engine And Engine Cooling (10), Fuel System, Gasoline (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1988 Nissan Sentra has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.