2000 Nissan Sentra Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2000 Nissan Sentra has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 171 complaints with NHTSA, including 20 crashes, 4 fires, 11 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (80 reports).

6Recalls
171Owner complaints
20Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Sentra?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2000 Nissan Sentra recalls

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 03V511Dec 10, 200370 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling

Recall 03V455Nov 17, 2003630,000 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Ignition:Module

Recall 03V477Nov 14, 2003276,000 vehicles affected

Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline

Recall 01V357Nov 16, 2001103,000 vehicles affected

Wheels

Recall 01V277Aug 29, 2001115,000 vehicles affected

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Recall 01V174May 23, 2001101,000 vehicles affected

Most common 2000 Nissan Sentra problems

Problem areas named in the 171 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling80
Electrical System30
Air Bags18
Equipment12
Suspension12
Service Brakes, Hydraulic12
Unknown Or Other11
Power Train11
Vehicle Speed Control10
Wheels9

What owners report

2023-10-02, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated on several occasions while attempting to start the vehicle in the morning, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the engine failed to turn over however, the vehicle was able to be started closer to the afternoon. The check engine warning light illuminated along with the “Service Engine Soon” message displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the crank position sensor had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was then informed of NHTSA Campaign Number: 01V357000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the
2020-09-04, Engine
WHEN DRIVING LONG DISTANCE THE CAR WILL JUST SHUT OFF AND THE BRAKES QUIT WORKING
2020-08-20, Engine
I AM ORIGINAL OWNER OF 2000 NISSAN SENTRA. MANIFOLD CATALYTIC FAILED SMOG CHECK. I TRIED TO PURCHASE PARTS WITH DEALER AND THEY TELL ME THAT THE PART IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE WITH THEM OR AFTERMARKET. I WANT TO HOLD THEM RESPONSABLE FOR NOT HAVING THE PARTS FOR MY VEHICLE.
2018-03-07, Electrical System
TAKATA INFLATORS: MY CAR LOST POWER AND WILL NOT SHIFT INTO OD I NEED TO KNOW IF THERE IS A RECALL ON IT OR WHATEVER IS WRONG WITH IT MY CAR IS A 2000 NISSAN SENTRA
2017-06-29, Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
THE CAR SHUT OF WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH. THE CAR RESTARTED AFTER 10 MINUTES DROVE ABOUT 2 MILES AND IT SHUT OF AGAIN. THIS TIME I CALLED A MECHANIC AND HAD THE CAR TOWED TO HIS SHOP. THE MECHANIC INDICATED THAT IT WAS A CRANKSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT SENSOR ISSUE. I HAVE CHANGED ALL OTHER SENSORS ON CAR. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS CAR. I CONTACTED NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS NOTHING THAT THEY COULD DO. PLEASE ADVISE!!!!

2000 Nissan Sentra questions

Does the 2000 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2000 Nissan Sentra: Engine And Engine Cooling; Engine And Engine Cooling; Electrical System:Ignition:Module; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline; Wheels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Nissan Sentra?

Based on 171 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (80), Electrical System (30), Air Bags (18).

How do I check if a recall on my 2000 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.

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