nissan sentra Problems
nissan sentra 2008 Complaints
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. while depressing the brake pedal at 5 mph, the contact could not stop the vehicle. it accelerated backwards and caused her to crash into another vehicle. there were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel prior to the failure. the vehicle sustained minimal damage. she notified the dealer and is awaiting their response. a police report was filed. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 10,000.
Reported in: WINTER PARK FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. while depressing the brake pedal at 5 mph, the contact could not stop the vehicle. it accelerated backwards and caused her to crash into another vehicle. there were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel prior to the failure. the vehicle sustained minimal damage. she notified the dealer and is awaiting their response. a police report was filed. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 10,000.
Reported in: WINTER PARK FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
2005 sentra 1.8 s. heater would be hot then cold, have replaced thermostat 5 times. car never overheated. gauge would go just under 3/4 of way and then suddenly drop to normal. 69,000 miles, check engine light came on, reading multiple misfires. bringing to dealer for fuel tank recall. running very rough, rpms 2000 before vehicle will move max out at 5000. as soon as you remove foot from gas, suddenly drops to almost 0 rpms. dealer said blown head gasket, oil pan gasket bad. had to have head in machine shop due to 2 plugs stuck. when i picked up vehicle, mechanic said head was warped. i asked what i needed to watch for being that it never did overheat. the response was, with this gauge goes just over half, it is overheating. ended up costing 2,000.00 for a 3 yr 4month old vehicle that never overheated.
Reported in: CHESAPEAKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1CB51D05L
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
while driver was parking vehicle and had foot on brake pedal the vehicle accelerated forward striking a structure.
Reported in: LARGO FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that the tire pressure light illuminated and remained lit, which indicated that there was low tire pressure. she took the vehicle to the dealer four times for inspection. on one occasion, she was informed that there was a nail in the tire, which caused low pressure and the light remained illuminated. the contact was informed that the dealer installed a sensor and the tire pressure light dimmed afterwards. two to three weeks after the repair, the light illuminated again. the manufacturer has not been notified. the current mileage was 18,272 and failure mileage was 7.
Reported in: MIDDLETOWN DE || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61EX8L
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
came to a stop light at the bottom of a hill in a 25mph zone and the car stayed at 2,000rpm's. had to turn off car to stop it, never went down to idle speed. dealer reset parameters on computer and reset idle learn.
Reported in: FALLING WATERS WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E38L
SUSPENSION:REAR
the day of delivery of my 2008 nissan sentra, i noticed the rear wheels tilt in at the top, especially the left rear wheel, at least 5 degrees negative camber (i am an insurance auto appraiser ). it also appears to have slight tow in. this is a fixed non-adjustable beam axel, that was set up wrong in the assembly jig and welded up wrong. after some research, this affects 07 and 08 models. the tires will wear out quickly on the inside of the tread (not too noticeable from the outside of the car), and may blow out. at best i will be replacing rear tires all the time. i complained to the dealer 7/29/08 the week after delivery and he said nissan is aware of the problem and is working on it. they were aware of this in 2007 and have done nothing so far, and are still shipping cars with defective rear beam axles. can you please help somehow. i could get better mileage if the alignment problem was fixed also. thank you.
Reported in: CRESTLINE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61EX8L
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
at 700 miles, car wouldn't start. had towed to dealership-car started-couldn't find a problem. at 1700 miles, car wouldn't start-had towed--couldn't find any problem. 9/15/08 (2480 miles) car stalled in traffic, wouldn't start. police pushed me to a safe area--had car towed to dealership-no response yet. i feel very unsafe, not knowing when i'm going to be randomly left on some street corner waiting for a tow truck. am planning a trip out of state--do i dare? i don't think so.
Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
engine knock, my car has a piston slapping around in the engine. i was told by dealer "sims nissan in warren, ohio" to drive my car with the bad engine until they get a new engine which would be around 3-5 days to receive. they would then get me a rental car while they put the engine in. i informed the owner ken sims that this vehicle is unsafe to drive and he told me nothing would happen if i did not run the engine at high rpm's that would then cause the piston to go threw the engine. i once again told him this is unsafe and if he was so confident that nothing was going to happen to put it in writing. i was then told that he would have a huge lawsuit on his hands if something happened and now knowing if i run it at high rpms and the engine blows then i am responsible. i told him again the car was unsafe and he told me that i would be fine. tired or arguing, i drove the car home from dealer going 20mph with 4 ways so i would not run the engine at high rpm's. the car is setting in my driveway, afraid to drive since dealer refused to give me another loaner or pay for a rental. so, i am out. dealer has terrible customer service, and i feel as i am not being treated fairly, was degraded like i did not know what i was talking about, had to drive an unsafe vehicle on the road where the engine could have gone out of control and harmed me and others on the road. and to think they want me to continue to drive this until a new engine comes in. i have more common sense and will not put myself or others at risk driving this vehicle. the vehicle also has a recall for the master cylinder having a crack. dealer has not even talked about fixing that, and i have not received a recall notice on this yet either, it was posed in july. this is now october.
Reported in: NORTH BLOOMFIELD OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E48L
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
engine knock, my car has a piston slapping around in the engine. i was told by dealer "sims nissan in warren, ohio" to drive my car with the bad engine until they get a new engine which would be around 3-5 days to receive. they would then get me a rental car while they put the engine in. i informed the owner ken sims that this vehicle is unsafe to drive and he told me nothing would happen if i did not run the engine at high rpm's that would then cause the piston to go threw the engine. i once again told him this is unsafe and if he was so confident that nothing was going to happen to put it in writing. i was then told that he would have a huge lawsuit on his hands if something happened and now knowing if i run it at high rpms and the engine blows then i am responsible. i told him again the car was unsafe and he told me that i would be fine. tired or arguing, i drove the car home from dealer going 20mph with 4 ways so i would not run the engine at high rpm's. the car is setting in my driveway, afraid to drive since dealer refused to give me another loaner or pay for a rental. so, i am out. dealer has terrible customer service, and i feel as i am not being treated fairly, was degraded like i did not know what i was talking about, had to drive an unsafe vehicle on the road where the engine could have gone out of control and harmed me and others on the road. and to think they want me to continue to drive this until a new engine comes in. i have more common sense and will not put myself or others at risk driving this vehicle. the vehicle also has a recall for the master cylinder having a crack. dealer has not even talked about fixing that, and i have not received a recall notice on this yet either, it was posed in july. this is now october.
Reported in: NORTH BLOOMFIELD OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E48L
VISIBILITY
i recently purchased a 2008 nissan sentra with a factory installed optional auto dimming rear view mirror. while exiting 95 south onto 528 east i was blinded by the early morning sun and automatically reached for my sunvisor. when i tried to pull it down it hit the rear view mirror and stopped in a position that blocked my entire forward view except for a few feet. i immediately pulled off the road to ascertain what had just happened. it was now that i discovered a dangerous flaw in the design of this mirror. it was so wide it blocked both visors from going through full travel to the down position. i went to the nissan dealership where i had purchased the vehicle and noted that these auto dimming mirrors were 10.5 inches wide as opposed to the standard day/nights 9.5 inches on other 2008 sentras. i advised the service manager of this and he and others verified that all the sentras with this option had the same too large mirror. an attempt was made to see if this was just a batch a wrong mirrors but after ordering a replacement it turns out these are in all sentras and there are no auto dimming 9.5 inch mirrors according to nissan. i have made every attempt to allow the dealership to resolve this but they just refer it to nissan. seems like no one at nissan watched the gene hackman movie "class action". i reference this movie because my other vehicle is a nissan titan and it has the same exact mirror only with different part number. seems the term "bean counters" comes to mind. i sincerely believe this to be a dangerous safety issue which could result in injury/death to an unsuspecting driver of one of these vehicles. this may or may not be an issue with the similar 2007 and 2009 models.
Reported in: COCOA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
my complaint is that nissan has recalled 2007 and 2008 sentras (recall # 08v311000) for master cylinder failure and i was never notified. this recall was effective july 23, 2008. i found the recall quite by accident. nissan has offered no explanation as to why i was not notified within 4 months of such a safety hazard. although i have not had an incident, it is my son driving the car from north carolina to ohio.
Reported in: BRUNSWICK OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E28L
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
tire monitoring system light came on and transmission went out.
Reported in: FONTANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
tire monitoring system light came on and transmission went out.
Reported in: FONTANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. on november 3, 2008, while slowing down for a traffic light at 25 mph, the brake pedal extended to the floor when it was depressed. the driver crashed into the front driver's side of another vehicle. the driver received injuries to her left leg, arm, and lower back. a report was filed with the manufacturer. the insurance company stated that the vehicle was destroyed and is investigating the crash. the penbrook pine police report number was 2008-086387. the current and failure mileages were 16,000.
Reported in: PENBROOK PINE FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E78L
STEERING
steering is drifting.
Reported in: LOUISVILLE KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
STEERING
power steering failure. drove car and then parked. returned to car and upon starting noticed that the power steering failure light was on and had no power steering when driving. (system is electric power steering) drove car to dealer with no power steering. following day, when dealer attempted to perform corrective service and diagnose problem the power steering is working. therefore they have released the vehicle as not having any service problem. i have no confidence that the problem will not occur again and potentially cause an accident.
Reported in: LEXINGTON PARK MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
the week of dec 21 2008 i received a recall notice from nissan about a possible defect in my breaking system on my 2008 nissan sentra. i made an appointment for this to be handled on jan 5, 2009 at 9:20 am est. i was told to bring the vehicle in to correct this possible defect. i brought the car in to pittsburgh east nissan and was graded by dj, i gave him the vehicle recall notice paper and he told me to have a seat in the waiting room. at 10:30 am - dj, came over to me and told me we don't have the part in stock and they ordered it for me and i will be on the list to call me back to replace the part, i was like what?, i sat here for nothing and you did absolutely nothing to my car, dj told me that's the way nissan does it, i have to bring the car in and then they order the part, then i get called back in to replace the part..... this does not seem logical to me for a recall, i wasted my time (twice) because they don't want to have extra parts in stock????? help me change this policy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61EX8L
TIRES
with 12000 km on my 08 sentra was informed my rear tires needed to be replaced. after much fighting with my service manager, dealership manager, and dealership owner they agreed to inspect the components of the rear suspension and was informed that it was out of alignment, and they could not bring it to within spec. the fix was a total rear suspension replacement...i now have a front strut bearing gone and have been waiting 2 months for parts...with my front end alignment out because of this, and no word on part arrival.
Reported in: MCADAM 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:
SUSPENSION:FRONT
with 12000 km on my 08 sentra was informed my rear tires needed to be replaced. after much fighting with my service manager, dealership manager, and dealership owner they agreed to inspect the components of the rear suspension and was informed that it was out of alignment, and they could not bring it to within spec. the fix was a total rear suspension replacement...i now have a front strut bearing gone and have been waiting 2 months for parts...with my front end alignment out because of this, and no word on part arrival.
Reported in: MCADAM 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:
SUSPENSION:REAR
with 12000 km on my 08 sentra was informed my rear tires needed to be replaced. after much fighting with my service manager, dealership manager, and dealership owner they agreed to inspect the components of the rear suspension and was informed that it was out of alignment, and they could not bring it to within spec. the fix was a total rear suspension replacement...i now have a front strut bearing gone and have been waiting 2 months for parts...with my front end alignment out because of this, and no word on part arrival.
Reported in: MCADAM 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:
SEATS
with 12000 km on my 08 sentra was informed my rear tires needed to be replaced. after much fighting with my service manager, dealership manager, and dealership owner they agreed to inspect the components of the rear suspension and was informed that it was out of alignment, and they could not bring it to within spec. the fix was a total rear suspension replacement...i now have a front strut bearing gone and have been waiting 2 months for parts...with my front end alignment out because of this, and no word on part arrival.
Reported in: MCADAM 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
no accident.
Reported in: OLD WICK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
i bought my 2008 nissan sentra brand new in sept 08. in nov 08 the low tire pressure indicator came on and would not go off. i had the car serviced to reset the indicator. i was told that this occurs all the time and there is no way to fix it. my indicator has lit up again and i filed complaints with the dealership and with nissan customer care. my tires all had 33 lbs of air in them at the time. i was told the indicator may have been activated because of the cold weather. they further told me that the only way to stop this indicator from staying on constantly is to remove the air from my tires and refill them with nitrogen which will cost me a fee of $50. i have not even owned my car for 6 months. i should have been advised about this issue before it was bought and it should be fixed at no cost to me. my vehicle is under full warranty.
Reported in: WAMPUM PA || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
i was not notified by mail of a recall on of my brakes master cylinder. i was told that nissan doesn't send recall notices by us mail anymore....only by email. what if i hadn't taken it in for an unrelated issue? my brakes could have failed at the worst possible time.
Reported in: KISSIMMEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:
VISIBILITY
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the driver stated that the bottom of the windshield was distorted. the dealer replaced the windshield with a slightly less distorted windshield. the manufacturer stated that the distortion was a normal characteristic of that particular style windshield. the current and failure mileages were less than 5,150.
Reported in: MARRIOTVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
SUSPENSION:REAR
rear tires worn completely at 15k miles. dealer replaced out of pocket. condition continued, other original 2 tires worn out at 23k miles. dealer finally got a shim kit ordered from nissan, they don't specify this as a problem. dealer was "unaware" of rear axles being out of alignment and i had to pay $72 to get an alignment to prove it. no adjustments were possible to the rear end to bring it back in-line. the dealer had to pay for the second alignment after the repair. nissan only paid for the dealers time and shim kit. nissan should reimburse me for the new tires, $232, and both alignments, as well as the original tires the dealership replaced. this is a safety hazard as the rear of the car wanders when on ice or other slippery surfaces.
Reported in: LANDER WY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
consumer states that their 2008 nissan sentra is not getting the gas mileage as stated in the advertisements. *nj the consumer stated from the time he drove the vehicle off the lot, he has never received more than 16-18 miles per gallon and he is presently getting 15 mpg. he was under the impression that the vehicle would get 25 mpg in city driving and 33 mpg highway driving on average. *jb
Reported in: PORT JEFFERSON NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E78L
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
gas pedal too close to brake, toe hits accelerator when applying brake. happened several times before i realized why car was lurching when i hit the brake.
Reported in: N. BARRINGTON IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E78L
SEAT BELTS
seat belts snap back quickly and have hit my children several times in the face with the buckle, this time causing injury to my seven year old. we were parked seat belt was worn properly and being taken off when the seat belt snapped back quickly causing swelling and a cut under eye.
Reported in: ALBUQUERQUE NM || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
AIR BAGS
my daughter was in a bad wreck hit an embankment head on and rolled the car then flip up side down the airbags did not deploy. i have reported it to nissan. now the have a recall on the airbags as of april 6 but no notices have been sent out to anyone yet.
Reported in: WILDER KY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
SEATS
nissan sentra 2008 front seats popping noise and movement. have taken to dealer 4 times and all they said the bold are loose, but once leaving the dealer the popping and movement continues.
Reported in: HUDSON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
TIRES
i had to replace bridgestone turanza el 400 tires with only 22k miles on them. we kept the tires rotated and balanced, but still had problems with air loss. we have a 2008 nissan sentra that was purchased new in 12/2007. we started having problems with those tires within a few months. the tires probably had about 3000 miles on them at the time it started. at first we thought it was just a faulty sensor, but found out otherwise. the car rode very rough and the tires were always loud. the dealer blamed it on a nail, did a cheap patch job and then later denied they patched it and refused to replace the tire. the sensors are worthless too. the low tire light would come on and the car would start bouncing around and we realized it was time again. finally after 1 1/2 years of problems and taking it to the dealer we finally had enough and replaced the tires at a tire store. anyone with these tires should do a google search of "bridgestone turanza problems" and "bridgestone turanza el400 complaints". i have seen complaints from toyota, bmw, mercedes, honda and nissan owners about these tires. there is a problem. there are numerous complaints on the internet about these tires. our problem started within 3 months of buying the car.
Reported in: GREENWOOD IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61EX8L
SEAT BELTS
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. while driving 20 mph in foggy weather conditions, he crashed into an embankment. the vehicle was completely destroyed and the air bags failed to deploy. the seat belt also constricted his ability to move and eventually he was able to open the seat belt. the contact suffered internal bruising. the cause of the failures were unknown. the failure and current mileages were 16,000. updated 10/26/09. *lj approximately 30 seconds after the impact, the air bags deployed; simultaneously the seat belt began to tighten. the seat belt did not stop tightening until it broke. it broke from the floor exposing a long cable and other wires. the buckle was still attached. the seat belt caused deep internal bruising. updated 10/26/09. *jb
Reported in: SPRINGVILLE TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
AIR BAGS
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. while driving 20 mph in foggy weather conditions, he crashed into an embankment. the vehicle was completely destroyed and the air bags failed to deploy. the seat belt also constricted his ability to move and eventually he was able to open the seat belt. the contact suffered internal bruising. the cause of the failures were unknown. the failure and current mileages were 16,000. updated 10/26/09. *lj approximately 30 seconds after the impact, the air bags deployed; simultaneously the seat belt began to tighten. the seat belt did not stop tightening until it broke. it broke from the floor exposing a long cable and other wires. the buckle was still attached. the seat belt caused deep internal bruising. updated 10/26/09. *jb
Reported in: SPRINGVILLE TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
a leased 2008 nissan sentra has gotten stuck in acceleration gear while i am attempting to slow to a stop. i have to press hard on the brakes and shift the car into neutral to stop the engine from racing. this has happened since around 18,000 miles and i now have 23,000 miles on the car. brakes also emit a low whistling noise while slowing down to stop or turn. have complained to dealer on maintenance visits but told they can find nothing wrong with brakes; "could be dust on pads or moisture."
Reported in: SOMERSET NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that while driving at very slow speeds, she attempted to engage the brakes and they vehicle failed to respond. since she was driving in the direction of a building, she was only able to stop the vehicle by crashing into a handicap sign and shut the engine off. there were no injuries or damage to the vehicle. she attempted to drive the vehicle and it would not move forward. the "brake" warning light was illuminated on the dashboard. the dealer was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer has not been notified. the current mileage was approximately 5,200 and the failure mileage was approximately 5,100.
Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
when stepping on the accelerator the car will not move, the engine revs up but the automatic transmission does not move the car. if you keep your foot on the accelerator in a couple of seconds, the car will slam into gear and move with a load bang. this is an intermittent problem, has occurred approx. 6 times in 30k miles. this can occur from first starting out or while driving if you let your foot off the accelerator and then go to accelerate it doesn't accelerate, it is like it is in neutral.
Reported in: LOUISBURG NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
SUSPENSION:REAR
2008 nissan sentra rearend toe out and can not be adjusted by dealership. this causes the rearend to be unstable on wet or slick roads also wears out tires in less than 12,000 miles.
Reported in: FAIR GROVE MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E48L
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
at 50,000 miles, i had a catastrophic engine failure with my 2008 nissan sentra 2.0. when i pulled into the gas station, my car had no coolant and no oil at all. the oil pressure light did not illuminate and the coolant gauge appeared normal. the dealership cannot tell me why the warning lights did not illuminate when fluids became low. i service my car regularly. my car gave no indication of any problems. dealership states that there is no evidence of leakage. nissan is stating that it is due to lack of service - my point is the warning lights did not illuminate at all which resulted in engine failure. if i had been on the highway this could have resulted in significant injury, fire, etc.
Reported in: GILLET PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
2008 nissan sentra, so far had to repair and replace brake master cylinder 3 times already since purchased the vehicle.
Reported in: SUNLAND CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E48L
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
at 26k miles a very loud, grumbling, droning noise started coming from the vehicle's transmission. apparent at 25mph. the cvt transaxle assembly was replaced by the dealer but the noise is still present . it is worse than before. the noise inside the passenger cabin is unbearable,deafening specially at higher speeds. it feels like the vehicle is stuck in low gear. it is very difficult to hear other cars outside as i have to increase the volume of my radio and open windows to try to mask the noise. similar complaints have been filed with other nissan models using the same type of transaxle.
Reported in: BERKELEY HEIGHTS NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1BB61E08L
SUSPENSION:REAR
i purchased a new 2008 nissan sentra. the first winter driving the car i noticed it drove poorly on wet or snow covered roads - it felt like it was sliding or wandering. i was going to purchase snow tires but did not. after about one year i noticed the rear tires were greatly worn. i paid to have an alignment done and also purchased new tires. i was told by the tire store that the rear could not be aligned due to a manufacturing defect. i then discovered that the alignment issue was well known to nissan by this time. the car dealer should have checked the alignment, and if found defective should have fixed it prior to transfer of the car to me. i feel my safety was at risk due to the alignment problem. i feel this should have been a recall and the problem corrected by the dealer. i shouldn't have had to discover this problem myself, since it was a known problem by nissan and its dealers.
Reported in: RHINELANDER WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E48L
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
while driving to florida from dc for vacation, the engine started making a rattling noise. since we were on a trip, i figured i would top off the engine oil just in case. the engine was bone dry. the noise seemed to go away after adding oil at first, but then the noise became louder, and the engine light came on. we took the car to the nearest dealer we could find. when they lifted the hood at the dealer, the oil had exploded and was everywhere. we were told there was catastrophic engine failure in my 2008 sentra, but they could not determine the exact cause. since i did not have my maintenance records with me (i was on vacation), they refused to even contact nissan warranty without proof of all oil changes. they claimed the engine failed due to lack of oil changes. i could not afford a factory engine, so the purchase of a used 2008 sentra engine voided my extended warranty. at the time of failure, the car had a little over 35k miles. further research online indicates a possible oil consumption issue, which the dealership denies.
Reported in: FALLS CHURCH VA || Crash: N || VIN #:
STEERING
the steering of this car needs constant correction. it's like it cannot drive a straight 1 mile line. if the car drifts to the left, i turn briefly and slightly right but the car will then go right. i then turn slightly left but the car will continue to go left until i correct it again. it's like it cannot keep a straight line. it is dangerously sensitive to the shape of the road. i need to make corrections every few seconds. the severity of the problem depends on the road, mostly observable at highway speeds. i believe that 5-7 seconds of no correction would be enough to cross into another lane causing a crash.
Reported in: CLEMSON SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E18L
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
i was stopped at a redlight behind about 3 other cards. when the light changed to green i began to remove my foot from the brake when the car suddenly jolted forward at a high speed. i had the brake pedal to the floor but the car did not stop. i maneuvered myself all over the road to avoid pedestrians and oncoming traffic at the intersection. i was able to avoid one head-on collision that only damaged the mirrors as we passed by each other. i went onto the sidewalk taking out several feet of cyclone fence. the fence post nearly punctured the front windshield (lucky) and damaged the hood and other parts of the vehicle as it bounced off. the car came to a stop as quickly as it began. the nissan "engineer" could find no cause the unintended acceleration. i travel this road everyday.this never happened before. i was not charged by the police who said," i can't believe you pulled this off". i sent a complaint to nissan and to consumer products safety but i did not hear about fhsa until toyota began having the same problem. if there was a problem with the car, nissan denied it. based on an interview with an electronics engineer that i heard on npr, isn't is possible these accelerations are extraneous? this person claims cells phones and other electronic devices can cause this. i was less than 1 mile from a verizon cellphone tower. who knows? maybe he is right and the location of the initial unintended acceleration may be work investigating.
Reported in: STERLING MA || Crash: Y || VIN #:
SEATS
front seat cover retaining clips come free from seat frame, and cause cuts to occupants legs.
Reported in: MONROVIA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
STEERING
2008 sentra, 23,000 miles with new tires and you are always fighting the steering. around town it is extremely aggravating to continually feel back pressure and bouncing in response to your every move. generally it wants to fight towards center but is confused by minor wheel movement. at highway speeds it is scary, unstable and unsafe. slight wheel movement during straight line freeway driving is always met with over compensation back towards center. you can feel the rear end whip when this occurs. the dealer says they have had no complaints. hopefully there will be some adjustment or resolution soon.
Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E18L
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
my check engine light came on in my car about the same time as we noticed a ticking noise coming from the engine. i took my car to the dealership the next morning to have it looked at. i was told i would need a new engine because oil sludge built up in my engine. they wanted $6300. i had 20k miles on my car. the warranty wouldn't cover it because i had my oil changes done by family and i didn't have the receipts for my oil filters and the oil we bought. i have checked different sources online and this seems to be a problem with 2008 nissan sentra's, but the warranty department denies it. i asked them if they would at least take some fault since i couldn't find receipts (even if the oil was never changed, an engine in a brand new car should not be sludged after 20k miles of it), but they would not do anything. they wouldn't discount the cost to me at all. i had to pay the full price out of pocket. i bought the engine and had it done elsewhere, because obviously nissan is not very trustworthy. as i called around to get quotes on the cost to have an engine installed just about every mechanic i spoke with said that's crazy to need a new engine after 20k even if the oil was never changed.
Reported in: LOUISVILLE KY || Crash: N || VIN #:
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
2008 nissan sentra. consumer states issues with nissan dealer regarding repairs *tgw the consumer stated the first set of tires wore out at 25,000 miles. after 50,000 miles the tires were rotated and then the consumer noticed the vehicle started pulling to the right. the consumer took the vehicle to have an alignment done and was informed the rear axle was out of specification. the dealer replaced the rear axle on march 15th. the consumer stated the rear axle that was replaced back in march, is not out of specification. *jb
Reported in: SPARTA MO || Crash: N || VIN #:
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
2008 nissan sentra. consumer states issues with nissan dealer regarding repairs *tgw the consumer stated the first set of tires wore out at 25,000 miles. after 50,000 miles the tires were rotated and then the consumer noticed the vehicle started pulling to the right. the consumer took the vehicle to have an alignment done and was informed the rear axle was out of specification. the dealer replaced the rear axle on march 15th. the consumer stated the rear axle that was replaced back in march, is not out of specification. *jb
Reported in: SPARTA MO || Crash: N || VIN #:
TIRES
2008 nissan sentra. consumer states issues with nissan dealer regarding repairs *tgw the consumer stated the first set of tires wore out at 25,000 miles. after 50,000 miles the tires were rotated and then the consumer noticed the vehicle started pulling to the right. the consumer took the vehicle to have an alignment done and was informed the rear axle was out of specification. the dealer replaced the rear axle on march 15th. the consumer stated the rear axle that was replaced back in march, is not out of specification. *jb
Reported in: SPARTA MO || Crash: N || VIN #:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that while attempting to stop, the accelerator pedal stuck and the brakes would not engage when applied so the vehicle crashed into a wall. the contact turned off the engine and the vehicle was taken to a body shop for repair. a police report was filed but the police stated that the contact must have depressed the accelerator pedal. the vehicle had not been inspected for the cause of the failure at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was approximately 22,500. the current mileage was approximately 24,000.
Reported in: INGLESIDE TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
i was parking my 2008 nissan sentra. i had already pulled into the parking space and suddenly the car accelerated (much faster than it normally accelerates at such a slow speed). prior to the acceleration, i could not have been driving more than five miles an hour. i ran into the cement wall at the end of the parking lot. the car accelerated so fast that it left skid marks. this has never happened before with my car. i bought it new and it has approximately 21,000 miles. also, i did check the floor mat. it was not in any way interfering with the gas or brake pedal.
Reported in: INDIAN TRAIL NC || Crash: Y || VIN #:
STEERING
for a year or so my steering has begun to shake and make a clicking sound, especially while going down a hill and applying the brakes. at first i thought it was my brakes, and i took the car to my mechanic. however, after an inspection of the entire vehicle, my car received a clean bill of health. even the brakes were in great condition. the mechanic did witness my complaint while road testing the vehicle and informed me that it seems to be a design flaw in my steering column. he offered to order parts and replace the damaged component, but my car is not even three years old! the clicking can also be heard when the car is in park and you just turn the wheel from side to side. the clicking was barely noticeable at first, but after about six months it became progressively worse. now it is loud enough and my wheel shakes so badly that my passengers ask me what is wrong with my car. something is just not right.
Reported in: HIGHLAND LAKES NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:
AIR BAGS
as slowing down at intersection the passenger air bags unexpectedly deployed the side and seat ones but not the front one.
Reported in: BEDFORD NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
as slowing down at intersection the passenger air bags unexpectedly deployed the side and seat ones but not the front one.
Reported in: BEDFORD NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that the vehicle would shake when she depressed the brake pedal. the failure progressed and she noticed that the problem occurred very often. the vehicle was taken to a tire center and the tire mechanic stated that the rotors were defective. the contact called the dealership who stated that the brake pads would be replaced when they were worn. the vehicle was not repaired when the complaint was filed. the contact had not spoken with the manufacturer. the current mileage was approximately 70,000. the failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E18L
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
on august 30th 2008 i purchased a new nissan sentra. on september 4th 2008 i took the car in for the dealership to reset the tire sensor. on september 26, 2008. i took the car in again for the tire pressure they again reset the sensor. i was told "they were sensitive". the car has been in a total of 5 times for the tire pressure sensor. my tires have completely gone flat. i have two broken rims. the dealership has refused to replace the tires but has replaced the sensors. they are currently looking for used rims to replace my broken rims. i have 26,000 miles on my car. i had my car inspected september 1, 2010. they informed me my tires needed replaced. the nissan dealership told me they would not replace the tires but continue to look for used rims. these problems started 5 days following the purchase of my new nissan sentra.
Reported in: SALEM WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
STEERING
on friday morning, november 12, 2010, i started my 2008 nissan sentra . when backing out of the parking space, my power steering light came on and the steering wheel was hard to turn. i pulled back in the parking space and turned the car off. i waited a few minutes and turned the car back on. the power steering light was off and i was able to back up, then drive like normal. i took it to the dealer on saturday, november 13, 2010 and after a "diagnostic test", they informed me that the steering column was bad and needed to be replaced for $1250. it was not going to be covered under warranty because the car has 43,000 miles on it, even though it is only 2 years old. i started doing research and found that on november 11, 2010, nissan put a recall out on their frontier and xterra over safety concerns in the steering column. needless to say, my sentra is at the dealer awaiting the replacement parts. absolutely unbelievable.
Reported in: JOPPA MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
SUSPENSION:REAR
re: rear tire - 2008 nissan sentra the rear tires on the vehicle have been going flat or blown out more than 6 times over the last 67,000 miles. the front tires on the vehicle have never had this problem. a few times the tires have slowly deflated and i was able to inflate them a few times before having to replace them. however, there have been other times where the tire has blown out very badly on the highway. all these occurrences only happen to the rear tires of the vehicle. once, i got one of the deflated rear tires repaired and then it blew out on the highway a few months later. since this is a very time consuming process, i usually get the tire replaced. i have owned cars continuously since 1997 (2 honda civics) and i have never had any persistent tire problems. please look into this problem for me. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Reported in: ST PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E18L
TIRES
2008 nissan sentra, traveling westbound in the left lane when the left rear tire blew. unit #1 lost control and ran off the right side of the road. unit #1 struck the ditch and overturned coming to final rest on its wheels. bf (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0717-90).*jb updated 12/10/10 *bf
Reported in: DETROIT MI || Crash: Y || VIN #:
SUSPENSION:REAR
my 2008 nissan sentra has been wearing out tires rather quickly. i had the alignment checked by a local shop and they informed me that the rear tires were out more than twice the limit. they also informed me that there is no adjustment. i then took the vehicle to a nissan dealer for an alignment. they aligned it and gave me the spec sheet. i noticed that the rear tires were out once again by more than twice the spec. i informed the dealer and they had the vehicle for 2 more days only to inform me that they could not align it and refunded my money. after speaking with nissan they proceeded to tell me that they no problems with rear wheel alignment. in the meantime my tires are wearing and the vehicle handles very poorly in the rain.
Reported in: GAMBRILLS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E38L
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
in 2008 i purchased a new 2008 nissan sentra. following the purchase i have incurred numerous issues and safety hazards. the vehicle began jerking during acceleration 3 months after purchase, i informed dealership of issue and was informed that nothing was defective within the vehicle. 11 months following initial diagnose transmission was replaced 11 months after. the replacement transmission was covered under warranty. the gears shifted from 65 mph to 40 mph while traveling on major highway, 3 year old toddler was present. shift in gears almost caused major accident. following replacement of transmission, traveling on garden state parkway, car once again shifts gears and drops from 65 mph to 40 mph, once again almost causing major accident. this vehicle has had numerous recalls. contacted nissan's consumer affairs, was told to return to original dealer and nothing else could be done. due to safety hazards i have been without a vehicle and have had to rent a vehicle to transport to rutgers university where i attend full-time. my current issue with this vehicle places my life and well being in danger. i have contacted nissan consumer affairs and was informed to return the vehicle the original dealer. the original dealer has since sold the dealership to his son, and the new dealer refuses to assist me, stating that the previous dealership and the new dealership have no affiliation with one another.
Reported in: WEST LONG BRANCH NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2008 nissan sentra. s10 appropriate handling-letter to the secretary from regarding toyota braking problems *tgw the consumer stated the brakes failed on his failed. when he attempted to apply the brake, the vehicle continued to accelerate. the next the day, the consumer went to the dealer and had the front pads replaced and the rear pads cleaned. the consumer has not experienced a failure since. *jb
Reported in: DOWNERS GROVE IL || Crash: N || VIN #:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2008 nissan sentra. s10 appropriate handling-letter to the secretary from regarding toyota braking problems *tgw the consumer stated the brakes failed on his failed. when he attempted to apply the brake, the vehicle continued to accelerate. the next the day, the consumer went to the dealer and had the front pads replaced and the rear pads cleaned. the consumer has not experienced a failure since. *jb
Reported in: DOWNERS GROVE IL || Crash: N || VIN #:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
the air compressor on my 2008 nissan sentra went out. why there's not a recall???
Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:
STEERING
i bought my nissan sentra ser in june 2008. i replaced my tires in october 2010. beginning at 25,000 miles my car isn't steering or driving the way it used to. i thought the alignment was off and it was slightly. one place tells me it's the wear of my tires, another place says it's my toe and suspension, the dealer ship doesn't see any problems. i have taken my car in now to 4 different place about 6-7 times now. last week i was at the nissan dealership where i bought my car and i drove the car and so did the mechanic that worked on my car. he said "maybe it's the driver that's the issue." i was insulted and after years of driving i know when my car is driving funny. still till this day, when i drive my car at high speeds i feel like i'm going to lose control. especially on express ways in the car i feel like it is a windy day and my car will decide to either go to the left or go to the right. i don't feel it so much when i first start driving but after 10 minutes on the same road. there needs to be a recall on this. i have spent so much money and the problem still is not fixed. i've searched online and in discussion sites people are having the same issue. it's after 25,000 miles are driven. the problem is so bad i want to trade in my car.
Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:
STEERING
i bought my daughter a 2008 nissan sentra for christmas (2010). this morning (11 june 2011) i took my 16 year old daughter out to learn how to parallel park at the dmv. as she was backing up to park she said she could not turn the steering wheel. i tried to turn the steering wheel and noticed a ps light on the dash board. i took over and tried to maneuver the car and it was almost impossible. i then turned the car off and open the hood to determine the problem but saw no visual defects. i then got back in the car, started it up and the ps light was gone and the power steering was working again. when we got home i looked on the internet to see if there was a recall and found many complaints on the steering of the sentra but no recall. i called the dealership and they told me i would have to pay for it because there is no recall for the sentra only the nissan xterra and frontier have been recalled. i bought a nissan about 20 years ago and had the best experience with my vehicle and put my trust in them to ensure my daughter had the best and safest vehicle on the road but little did i know they no longer are in the business of preserving human life and customer service. my daughter could have been alone on a major highway in that vehicle when it stopped working and caused a fatal accident for many people but no one is concerned about human life anymore it¿s all about profit. now i've got to find my daughter another vehicle because i've lost all confidence in the integrity of the nissan company. i¿d rather take a loss of money then a loss of life. thanks nissan.
Reported in: TX TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E78L
SEATS
front seats on 2008 nissan sentra move and rattle. i had a metal bracket that failed under the passenger seat repaired because nissan did not offer a replacement part. the entire seat base had to be replaced. nissan has a service bulletin on the issue. i'm concerned about the integrity of the seats in an accident. i've not had the seats repaired because the cost is beyond what i can afford at the moment.
Reported in: SOUTHAMPTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E38L
SUSPENSION:REAR
i currently own a 2008 nissan sentra. i have noticed that the rear of my car seems to slide out during winter weather. my tires also seem to wear quicker and my gas mileage is way below the mileage i should be getting. i had the alignment done twice when i first got the car back in 2008 but nothing changed and i just gave up. recently i have read that many people have this issue but unfortunately my car is out of warranty. *kb
Reported in: ROBBINSVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
i currently own a 2008 nissan sentra. i have noticed that the rear of my car seems to slide out during winter weather. my tires also seem to wear quicker and my gas mileage is way below the mileage i should be getting. i had the alignment done twice when i first got the car back in 2008 but nothing changed and i just gave up. recently i have read that many people have this issue but unfortunately my car is out of warranty. *kb
Reported in: ROBBINSVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
i currently own a 2008 nissan sentra. i have noticed that the rear of my car seems to slide out during winter weather. my tires also seem to wear quicker and my gas mileage is way below the mileage i should be getting. i had the alignment done twice when i first got the car back in 2008 but nothing changed and i just gave up. recently i have read that many people have this issue but unfortunately my car is out of warranty. *kb
Reported in: ROBBINSVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
TIRES
i currently own a 2008 nissan sentra. i have noticed that the rear of my car seems to slide out during winter weather. my tires also seem to wear quicker and my gas mileage is way below the mileage i should be getting. i had the alignment done twice when i first got the car back in 2008 but nothing changed and i just gave up. recently i have read that many people have this issue but unfortunately my car is out of warranty. *kb
Reported in: ROBBINSVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
2008 nissan sentra. consumer writes in regards to problem with tank not accepting fuel. *tgw the consumer stated the fuel tank was replaced under warranty in april 2011. the problem resurfaced again in august 2011 where the tank would not take more than two gallons of gas. the dealer cleaned out the vent fuel line and replaced the fuel tank. *jb
Reported in: BOUND BROOK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that the fuel tank would not hold more than two gallons at a time before clicking off and refusing to accept more fuel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on three separate occasions. the fuel tank was replaced on the first occasion and the fuel lines were cleaned on the second occasion. the dealer offered no assistance on the third occasion. the manufacturer was notified and also offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 1,000.
Reported in: DOWN BROOK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that the check engine light was illuminated on the instrument panel and gasoline fumes were emitted on the inside of the vehicle. the dealer diagnosed that the catalytic converter was defective and would need to be replaced. the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. the manufacturer denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. the failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 91,000.
Reported in: MORENO VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1BB61E38L
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
tire pressure monitoring valve were faulty. went to buy tires at costco tire center. told valves were faulty leading to tire light to stay on , on the dashboard. they would not replace tires unless the valves were replaced.nissan has recallon other models but won't acknowledge my 2008 sentra i am making this complaint in hopes if enough people complain they would include us in a recall.
Reported in: NEW CITY NY || Crash: N || VIN #:
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, the four air bags equipped on the front passenger's side deployed without any impact. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for a diagnosis. in may of 2009, the vehicle was repaired under a manufacturer voluntary recall. the vehicle had not been repaired for the most recent failure. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
Reported in: BROOMALL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
SUSPENSION
i have recently had problems with my 2008 nissan sentra. was told my rear tires are cupping and that my tire warranty that i paid extra for is void because it is an issue with the rear suspension of the actual car that is causing the car not to ride properly. i only put 19,000 miles on these new tires. was told if i replace the tires this will just happen again & again. nissan inspected the car and said the rear member is not damaged or bent but the car is out of alignment. they also said that these car were built so that the rear is fixed & cannot be aligned only the front can be aligned. their suggestion is to add shims to the rear to help the car to ride better & be more in alignment and that should help the problem it is creating with the rear tires cupping. when i purchased my car they convinced me to also purchased a rather expensive extended warranty that was said to cover almost everything. now i am told the warranty does not cover this ( because it is an add on part, not a replacement part) and that i am expected to pay for this. first of all this sounds like a bandaid fix to a problem nissan should be addressing if this part of the vehicle is faulty. i have not had any damage or accident to the rear of my car that would cause this. it clearly is some sort of defect. not sure why they would make a car that cannot be aligned in back. now they are telling me that although it shows no obvious damage, maybe i hit a pothole that caused it to go out of alignment. this is ridiculous! i think they are grasping at straws to make excused for their vehicles defect. even if i did hit a pothole...if the car was built & manufactured properly, a pothole should not throw the entire fixed rear alignment out of wack enough to ruin new tires. if this is how they make cars then i don't plan on buying my next car with nissan. sorry nissan but you just lost a good customer!
Reported in: ST PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
POWER TRAIN
i have recently had problems with my 2008 nissan sentra. was told my rear tires are cupping and that my tire warranty that i paid extra for is void because it is an issue with the rear suspension of the actual car that is causing the car not to ride properly. i only put 19,000 miles on these new tires. was told if i replace the tires this will just happen again & again. nissan inspected the car and said the rear member is not damaged or bent but the car is out of alignment. they also said that these car were built so that the rear is fixed & cannot be aligned only the front can be aligned. their suggestion is to add shims to the rear to help the car to ride better & be more in alignment and that should help the problem it is creating with the rear tires cupping. when i purchased my car they convinced me to also purchased a rather expensive extended warranty that was said to cover almost everything. now i am told the warranty does not cover this ( because it is an add on part, not a replacement part) and that i am expected to pay for this. first of all this sounds like a bandaid fix to a problem nissan should be addressing if this part of the vehicle is faulty. i have not had any damage or accident to the rear of my car that would cause this. it clearly is some sort of defect. not sure why they would make a car that cannot be aligned in back. now they are telling me that although it shows no obvious damage, maybe i hit a pothole that caused it to go out of alignment. this is ridiculous! i think they are grasping at straws to make excused for their vehicles defect. even if i did hit a pothole...if the car was built & manufactured properly, a pothole should not throw the entire fixed rear alignment out of wack enough to ruin new tires. if this is how they make cars then i don't plan on buying my next car with nissan. sorry nissan but you just lost a good customer!
Reported in: ST PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
the exhaust muffler flange failed. it was severely rusted, while the exhaust pipe and muffler were in great shape. the flange appears to be made of steel while the rest of the exhaust appears to be stainless steel and not affected by the winter weather in western ny state. the car was 5 months out of warranty.
Reported in: ORCHARD PARK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E28L
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
while driving vehicle engine lost power and vehicle slowed. when an attempt was made to determine the cause of the power loss heavy black smoke and flames were observed from the engine compartment. vehicle became fully involved within 3 minutes. local fire department responded to extingush fire. cause undertermined. fires point of origin was in the area of the ecm/brake master cylinder. well maintained vehicle, no fluid leaks,mechanical issues or warning lights prior to incident.
Reported in: SEDLEY VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
while driving vehicle engine lost power and vehicle slowed. when an attempt was made to determine the cause of the power loss heavy black smoke and flames were observed from the engine compartment. vehicle became fully involved within 3 minutes. local fire department responded to extingush fire. cause undertermined. fires point of origin was in the area of the ecm/brake master cylinder. well maintained vehicle, no fluid leaks,mechanical issues or warning lights prior to incident.
Reported in: SEDLEY VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
STEERING
i have had many trips to the dealer after purchasing a 08 sentra for problems with the tire pressure light as well as a popping in the wheels. i went to the dealer and they turned the pressure light off and said it was fine. it has happened more then 7 times. the tires were worn out by 30k miles i coudn't believe i had to replace them already. i aslo had the popping noise in the tires i took it to the dealer 4 times and they said nothing was wrong. i moved to a different state and took it for an oil change and they asked me if i had heard a noise in the tires. to my surprise i explained that i had heard it for a long time but the dealer told me it was nothing! the oil change place told me that the top strut mounts were seized causing the springs to bind. now i would have had to pay over $1100 to replace them. i luckily have ext warranty that covers it for $50. i also have been told to replace brakes soon as well as the pressure valves in the tires. is this all related to the dealers failure to diagnose the issue and now this has caused multiple issues at 30k miles?? or can this be a manufacturing issue with faulty equipment? please look in to this thanks
Reported in: MARSHFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #:
WHEELS
i have had many trips to the dealer after purchasing a 08 sentra for problems with the tire pressure light as well as a popping in the wheels. i went to the dealer and they turned the pressure light off and said it was fine. it has happened more then 7 times. the tires were worn out by 30k miles i coudn't believe i had to replace them already. i aslo had the popping noise in the tires i took it to the dealer 4 times and they said nothing was wrong. i moved to a different state and took it for an oil change and they asked me if i had heard a noise in the tires. to my surprise i explained that i had heard it for a long time but the dealer told me it was nothing! the oil change place told me that the top strut mounts were seized causing the springs to bind. now i would have had to pay over $1100 to replace them. i luckily have ext warranty that covers it for $50. i also have been told to replace brakes soon as well as the pressure valves in the tires. is this all related to the dealers failure to diagnose the issue and now this has caused multiple issues at 30k miles?? or can this be a manufacturing issue with faulty equipment? please look in to this thanks
Reported in: MARSHFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #:
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
tire pressure gauge has been serviced numerous times since purchase. nissan can't seem to fix it. nissan worked on warning light serviced june 20, 2012, june 28, 2012, june 30, 2012, and light came on again evening of june 30, 2012, the same day it was worked on. once a week i take my 90-year-old neighbor out. june 28, 2012, we were out and it was 100 degrees outside and due to the safety light i had to get to somewhere to service the tire pressure. she had to go with me to attend to the tire pressure problem (concern for heat stroke in 100 degree plus temperature). recent problem history: warning light on and addressed in may by costco (who kindly assisted me and filled tires with nitrogen and told me if it happened again to go to nissan), one week later took to nissan, again in may to back to nissan. again nissan june 20, 20012; wal-mart june 28, 2012; nissan, june 29, 2012, nissan june 30, 2012, (4 times in june), and the light is still periodically coming on. this issue needs to be addressed for my safety, for my neighbor's safety (having to get somewhere to get the warning light off, and since i bought the car in 2008 this has been an ongoing issue. i am requesting assistance from your office on this matter. i need to discuss this problem with someone from your office.
Reported in: LLANO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E48L
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tire pressure gauge has been serviced numerous times since purchase. nissan can't seem to fix it. nissan worked on warning light serviced june 20, 2012, june 28, 2012, june 30, 2012, and light came on again evening of june 30, 2012, the same day it was worked on. once a week i take my 90-year-old neighbor out. june 28, 2012, we were out and it was 100 degrees outside and due to the safety light i had to get to somewhere to service the tire pressure. she had to go with me to attend to the tire pressure problem (concern for heat stroke in 100 degree plus temperature). recent problem history: warning light on and addressed in may by costco (who kindly assisted me and filled tires with nitrogen and told me if it happened again to go to nissan), one week later took to nissan, again in may to back to nissan. again nissan june 20, 20012; wal-mart june 28, 2012; nissan, june 29, 2012, nissan june 30, 2012, (4 times in june), and the light is still periodically coming on. this issue needs to be addressed for my safety, for my neighbor's safety (having to get somewhere to get the warning light off, and since i bought the car in 2008 this has been an ongoing issue. i am requesting assistance from your office on this matter. i need to discuss this problem with someone from your office.
Reported in: LLANO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E48L
STEERING
the power steering light will remain light and the power steering will not work. if the power steering light turns off, there are several loud clunking noises and the steering feels as if the wheels have hit something when turned. this is a persistent problem and has been occurring for quite some time and keeps getting worse. i believe there is a tsb already on this issue.
Reported in: SUCCASUNNA NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
POWER TRAIN
this is the third transmission installed on this vehicle. after 67,672 miles the first one broke down where the car had to be towed 95 miles to the nissan dealer. the second one broke down at 68,845, only 2 weeks after getting it back, 173 miles. nissan extended their warranty on this cvt transmission, because of the problems, from 5 years 60,000 miles to 10 years 120,000 miles. since the transmission broke down at 7,672 miles from the initial warranty, the bbb advised the lemon law cannot be applied since it is after the initial warranty 5 years 60,000 miles even though it was extended. nissan being aware of this will not buy back the vehicle but just keeps replacing the transmissions until 10 years 120,00 miles. the cvt transmissions on this car keeps burning up where they no longer work. it is very unsafe and unreliable to take on any long trips. they are aware of this problem and just keep replacing it with rebuilt transmissions.
Reported in: YORBA LINDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
SUSPENSION
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that while the vehicle was being inspected by a private mechanic, it was found that the axle had failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the issue and offered to pay a portion of the repair costs. the failure and current mileages were 67,000. the vin was not available.
Reported in: MERIDIAN ID || Crash: N || VIN #:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
cpsc#i12a0598a. lenovo adapter. consumer stated he heard a strange clicking noise, a pop, and then smoke pouring out of the adapter thought a hole it had burned through the side of one of the parts. *ln the consumer had a 90w ultraslim ac/dc adapter plugged into his vehicle's dc outlet.
Reported in: PLYMOUTH MN || Crash: N || VIN #:
WHEELS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. while parked, the contact noticed that the tire pressure warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician was able to shut the tire pressure warning light off but the failure continued. additionally, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 79,000.
Reported in: REDLAND MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E38L
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. while parked, the contact noticed that the tire pressure warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician was able to shut the tire pressure warning light off but the failure continued. additionally, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 79,000.
Reported in: REDLAND MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E38L
SEAT BELTS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that the seat belt harness had cracked. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 98,000.
Reported in: VALLEY AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E48L
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, a vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle. the vehicle began to spin into the median where two other vehicles crashed into the contact's vehicle from the front driver and passenger side door areas. the police reported to the scene and a report was filed. the contact was unconscious and transported to the hospital via ambulance. the contact sustained bruising and various fractures to her cervical bones. the vehicle was destroyed. the approximate failure mileage was 62,000. updated 05/15/13*lj
Reported in: BOCA RATON FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E98L
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
this is the second transmission that has been replaced on the vehicle and it only has 56,354 miles on it. it's not being abused in any way, i only got this vehicles because it's economic on gas and i only drive it about 5-15 miles a day during the week. my fear is that, my luck, the transmission will go out again when i'm outside the power train warranty period and i'm screwed. now i'm debating whether i take a loss and sell it way below what i paid for and get another vehicle that's not a nissan. i have also been having issues with the tire sensor, which i keep hearing is a problem with this vehicle and the dealer refused to fix it under warranty, they want $200 to fix it. i have also had a weird vibration coming from the front of the vehicle which i'm told is cause by a "hood latch" and they keep adjusting it every couple of months instead of fixing it permanently.
Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E98L
POWER TRAIN
this is the second transmission that has been replaced on the vehicle and it only has 56,354 miles on it. it's not being abused in any way, i only got this vehicles because it's economic on gas and i only drive it about 5-15 miles a day during the week. my fear is that, my luck, the transmission will go out again when i'm outside the power train warranty period and i'm screwed. now i'm debating whether i take a loss and sell it way below what i paid for and get another vehicle that's not a nissan. i have also been having issues with the tire sensor, which i keep hearing is a problem with this vehicle and the dealer refused to fix it under warranty, they want $200 to fix it. i have also had a weird vibration coming from the front of the vehicle which i'm told is cause by a "hood latch" and they keep adjusting it every couple of months instead of fixing it permanently.
Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E98L
STRUCTURE:BODY
this is the second transmission that has been replaced on the vehicle and it only has 56,354 miles on it. it's not being abused in any way, i only got this vehicles because it's economic on gas and i only drive it about 5-15 miles a day during the week. my fear is that, my luck, the transmission will go out again when i'm outside the power train warranty period and i'm screwed. now i'm debating whether i take a loss and sell it way below what i paid for and get another vehicle that's not a nissan. i have also been having issues with the tire sensor, which i keep hearing is a problem with this vehicle and the dealer refused to fix it under warranty, they want $200 to fix it. i have also had a weird vibration coming from the front of the vehicle which i'm told is cause by a "hood latch" and they keep adjusting it every couple of months instead of fixing it permanently.
Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E98L
VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY
driving down highway with nearest vehicle several hundred feet away when the sunroof glass appeared to have "exploded". there was a very load noise followed by the sound of small pieces of glass sliding across the hood and trunk. did not see any projectile (i.e. stone) that might have hit the sunroof. the glass appears to have been blown out as opposed to an implosion due to being hit by a projectile.
Reported in: ANDOVER NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
vehicle was parked in parking lot. steering wheel was locked and wheels were straight. car was attempted to start more then 10 times. a flashing reg car with a key icon light was active on the dash. according to the owners manual the ignition system was locked out and had to be reset by the dealer. car was towed to the repairing dealer. dealer said key and internal chip were bad and had to be replaced. took tech 30 minutes just to get steering unlocked. new keys were made and car still did not start. dealer said body control module (bcm) had to be replaced as it was blown, even though other systems controlled by bcm were operational. repair was 1,200. filed a complaint with nissan and their customer relations department said it was not a common part that had to be replaced.
Reported in: KING OF PRUSSIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61EX8L
STEERING
vehicle was parked in parking lot. steering wheel was locked and wheels were straight. car was attempted to start more then 10 times. a flashing reg car with a key icon light was active on the dash. according to the owners manual the ignition system was locked out and had to be reset by the dealer. car was towed to the repairing dealer. dealer said key and internal chip were bad and had to be replaced. took tech 30 minutes just to get steering unlocked. new keys were made and car still did not start. dealer said body control module (bcm) had to be replaced as it was blown, even though other systems controlled by bcm were operational. repair was 1,200. filed a complaint with nissan and their customer relations department said it was not a common part that had to be replaced.
Reported in: KING OF PRUSSIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61EX8L
POWER TRAIN
this is the third transmission on the vehicle, last one was one year ago. the airbags sensor came on all of sudden for no reason and they wanted to charge me a bunch of money just to check it (not to repair it, just look at it first). after they changed out the transmission it magically fixed it self? the tire sensor is displaying that it's faulty / not working properly.
Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E98L
AIR BAGS
this is the third transmission on the vehicle, last one was one year ago. the airbags sensor came on all of sudden for no reason and they wanted to charge me a bunch of money just to check it (not to repair it, just look at it first). after they changed out the transmission it magically fixed it self? the tire sensor is displaying that it's faulty / not working properly.
Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E98L
ENGINE
it started with a small clunk noise that will go away after a while of driving the car, six months later the clunking noise doesn't stop,move from regular oil to full synthetic oil, new spark plugs, but nothing seems to work, now the noise is so loud i am afraid the car may catch fire, but had no choice but drive it, my car has less than 100 k and i bought it new expecting this car to last way longer than this, is not fair or this to happen specially with nissan knowing the problem they had with putting smaller pistons that will eventually break, please do something about it!!!!! *js
Reported in: INGLEWOOD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E18L
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated his wife was driving, and to avoid an accident, she ended up going over a curb. after the incident, the air bag light illuminated and the seat belt would not longer work. a child was seated on the rear passenger?s side of the vehicle in a safety seat secured by the vehicle seat belt however, the seat belt failed and caused the child seat to flip over upon impact. the child was thrown from the safety seat. the child suffered no injuries. a police report was not filed. the air bag warning light was illuminated after the failure. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician diagnosed that the seat belt latch failed. the air bag failure was not diagnosed. the manufacturer was made aware of the incident. the approximate failure mileage was 82,000....updated 01-16-14 *bf
Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E78L
SEAT BELTS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated his wife was driving, and to avoid an accident, she ended up going over a curb. after the incident, the air bag light illuminated and the seat belt would not longer work. a child was seated on the rear passenger?s side of the vehicle in a safety seat secured by the vehicle seat belt however, the seat belt failed and caused the child seat to flip over upon impact. the child was thrown from the safety seat. the child suffered no injuries. a police report was not filed. the air bag warning light was illuminated after the failure. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician diagnosed that the seat belt latch failed. the air bag failure was not diagnosed. the manufacturer was made aware of the incident. the approximate failure mileage was 82,000....updated 01-16-14 *bf
Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E78L
SUSPENSION
right rear wheel is out of alignment, rear wheel alignment can not be adjusted. whirring noise is heard during driving, whirring gets louder, more rapid as vehicle speed increases. noise, frequency gets quieter, less frequent as vehicle speed decreases. rr tire shows irregular wear.
Reported in: MAHOPAC NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
per nissan recall 169.202, my 2008 sentra is equipped with robert bosch master cylinder. the master cylinder has been inspected and needs to be replaced. the dealer was contacted as soon as this information was made known to me, but the dealer refused to honor the recall. the dealer was not helpful. all information and the link to this form was supplied to me by firestone, not by the dealer. this recall and repair of the master cylinder should be honored.
Reported in: BRENTWOOD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E68L
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated while driving approximately 25 mph over a bump, the steering wheel began to jerk violently. the vehicle hydroplaned, flipped over and landed on the roof. the air bags failed to deploy aside from the massive impact. a police report was filed. the rear passenger suffered from minor injuries to the head and the front seat passenger sustained bruises to the right leg. the vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
Reported in: HENDERSON TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
STEERING
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated while driving approximately 25 mph over a bump, the steering wheel began to jerk violently. the vehicle hydroplaned, flipped over and landed on the roof. the air bags failed to deploy aside from the massive impact. a police report was filed. the rear passenger suffered from minor injuries to the head and the front seat passenger sustained bruises to the right leg. the vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
Reported in: HENDERSON TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
ENGINE
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that while driving 5 mph, the vehicle came to a complete stop and was unable to accelerate. the contact mentioned that the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the cam shaft sensor needed to be replaced. on another occasion, the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 54,000 and the current mileage was 55,000.
Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
POWER TRAIN
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that while driving 5 mph, the vehicle came to a complete stop and was unable to accelerate. the contact mentioned that the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the cam shaft sensor needed to be replaced. on another occasion, the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the engine and transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 54,000 and the current mileage was 55,000.
Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E08L
AIR BAGS
the driver of a 2008 nissan sentra was stationary in a level parking lot. when shifting the vehicle from drive to park, the passenger side curtain air bag and passenger seat air bag deployed. the only occupant in the vehicle was the driver and no injuries were sustained. the vehicle was not involved in a collision and no signs of damage visible to the exterior of the vehicle. currently, nissan does not have a recall for air bags deploying without collision but has issued voluntary service campaign id # pm952 that addresses side curtain air bags that may be incorrectly positioned during vehicle assembly. the vehicle is currently at a local nissan dealer pending service work and nissan usa has been contacted by the driver to file a safety complaint. the failure occurred at approximately 67,000 miles.
Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E58L
AIR BAGS
the air bag check light began blinking for no reason at all just before the car hit 60,000 miles. it continues to blink and i now have to pay the dealership $75 to determine why it is blinking. to me this is a manufacturer issue given there was no incident that triggered this event.
Reported in: LAFAYETTE HILL PA || Crash: N || VIN #:
AIR BAGS
tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan sentra. the contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. the contact was then making a right turn and slightly crashed into a curb. the air bags deployed and the seat belts seized around the contact. the contact stated that the air bag and the check engine warning lights had been previously illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3N1AB61E28L
ENGINE
i pulled out of my driveway in june 2014 and the car stalled at about 15 miles per hour while i was driving and the engine light came on. i drive a nissan sentra 2008 that i brought in november 2011 with 32,000 miles on it. i took the car to a nissan dealership and they stated that it was the camshaft sensor that needed to be replaced and it would cost $500. i had already replace the air sensor in 2013 for $400 at the same dealership when the car had 52,000 miles because the engine light was coming on. i contacted nissan customer service to explore why at 72,000 miles the car needs the camshaft sensor replace and was this a common occurrence. they did not help; had limited answers and stated that they will contact the dealership in 3 to 5 business days regarding financial assistance and explanation. i decided to get the camshaft sensor replaced somewhere else. however, today the car stalled again and now the engine light is on again. i am returning the car to the mechanic that replaced the camshaft sensor. however, i belief there are more electrical/engine problems with the nissan sentra 2008 besides the camshaft sensor that the company is not being forthcoming about and this can put my life and others on the road in danger. please investigate nissan because they already did a recall on the nissan altima from 2006 to 2012 for the same part. thank you.
Reported in: FARMINGTON HILLS MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
i pulled out of my driveway in june 2014 and the car stalled at about 15 miles per hour while i was driving and the engine light came on. i drive a nissan sentra 2008 that i brought in november 2011 with 32,000 miles on it. i took the car to a nissan dealership and they stated that it was the camshaft sensor that needed to be replaced and it would cost $500. i had already replace the air sensor in 2013 for $400 at the same dealership when the car had 52,000 miles because the engine light was coming on. i contacted nissan customer service to explore why at 72,000 miles the car needs the camshaft sensor replace and was this a common occurrence. they did not help; had limited answers and stated that they will contact the dealership in 3 to 5 business days regarding financial assistance and explanation. i decided to get the camshaft sensor replaced somewhere else. however, today the car stalled again and now the engine light is on again. i am returning the car to the mechanic that replaced the camshaft sensor. however, i belief there are more electrical/engine problems with the nissan sentra 2008 besides the camshaft sensor that the company is not being forthcoming about and this can put my life and others on the road in danger. please investigate nissan because they already did a recall on the nissan altima from 2006 to 2012 for the same part. thank you.
Reported in: FARMINGTON HILLS MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
STRUCTURE:BODY
i was driving and hit a spot of ice and had gone off the road taking out two signs and head on into a tree. i was severely injured and taken to the trauma unit at the hospital. i had a broken femur, shattered knee, broken ankle, broken foot, lacerated liver, punctured lung and broken ribs. my air bag never deployed.
Reported in: ETTERS PA || Crash: Y || VIN #:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
i was driving and hit a spot of ice and had gone off the road taking out two signs and head on into a tree. i was severely injured and taken to the trauma unit at the hospital. i had a broken femur, shattered knee, broken ankle, broken foot, lacerated liver, punctured lung and broken ribs. my air bag never deployed.
Reported in: ETTERS PA || Crash: Y || VIN #:
ENGINE
i was driving and hit a spot of ice and had gone off the road taking out two signs and head on into a tree. i was severely injured and taken to the trauma unit at the hospital. i had a broken femur, shattered knee, broken ankle, broken foot, lacerated liver, punctured lung and broken ribs. my air bag never deployed.
Reported in: ETTERS PA || Crash: Y || VIN #:
SUSPENSION
since the day i purchased the vehicle i have had ongoing issues with the tire pressure sensors. the light comes on and will not go off. the first time it happened the dealership replaced the sensor. a week later it came on again, the sensor was replaced again. as i drove off the lot it came back on. the entire rim and sensor was replaced. it has continued to come on repeatedly over the years. in addition i have had to replace all 4 tires yearly as they wear unevenly, regardless of the brand. the back tires wear in a wave pattern, the front wear around the edges even after new tires are balances and aligned. i can not drive at highway speeds with the windows open because of the noise the tires make. it makes me sick to my stomach. with all the other sensor light, tire and suspension issues others are having i am surprised there hasn't been action taken. tires are not an accessory part, it is a necessary part and when they fail people get hurt.
Reported in: JACKSONVILLE AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
WHEELS
since the day i purchased the vehicle i have had ongoing issues with the tire pressure sensors. the light comes on and will not go off. the first time it happened the dealership replaced the sensor. a week later it came on again, the sensor was replaced again. as i drove off the lot it came back on. the entire rim and sensor was replaced. it has continued to come on repeatedly over the years. in addition i have had to replace all 4 tires yearly as they wear unevenly, regardless of the brand. the back tires wear in a wave pattern, the front wear around the edges even after new tires are balances and aligned. i can not drive at highway speeds with the windows open because of the noise the tires make. it makes me sick to my stomach. with all the other sensor light, tire and suspension issues others are having i am surprised there hasn't been action taken. tires are not an accessory part, it is a necessary part and when they fail people get hurt.
Reported in: JACKSONVILLE AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 3N1AB61E88L
POWER TRAIN
when my car was coming to a stop, my knee hit the ignition key. the engine turned off though the car gear selector was in "d". the steering also was locked. fortunately i was stopping the car at the signal. if this happened on the freeway, my family would have been at risk. i understand there was recalls related to this type of situation but nissan never got in touch with me nor there is no recall. this is very dangerous and nissan needs to do a recall to save the car driver and passengers.
Reported in: SPRINGFIELD PA || Crash: N || VIN #:
STEERING
when my car was coming to a stop, my knee hit the ignition key. the engine turned off though the car gear selector was in "d". the steering also was locked. fortunately i was stopping the car at the signal. if this happened on the freeway, my family would have been at risk. i understand there was recalls related to this type of situation but nissan never got in touch with me nor there is no recall. this is very dangerous and nissan needs to do a recall to save the car driver and passengers.
Reported in: SPRINGFIELD PA || Crash: N || VIN #:
ENGINE
when my car was coming to a stop, my knee hit the ignition key. the engine turned off though the car gear selector was in "d". the steering also was locked. fortunately i was stopping the car at the signal. if this happened on the freeway, my family would have been at risk. i understand there was recalls related to this type of situation but nissan never got in touch with me nor there is no recall. this is very dangerous and nissan needs to do a recall to save the car driver and passengers.
Reported in: SPRINGFIELD PA || Crash: N || VIN #: