1997 Nissan Sentra recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 1997 Nissan Sentra, covering 577,837 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkages
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Water can enter and displace the grease in the wiper arm linkage ball joint where the wiper linkage attaches to the wiper motor linkage.
- Risk
- This can result in gradual wear over a period of time inside the joint that could lead to the separation of the wiper linkage assembly from the wiper motor linkage at the ball joint. A loss of windshield wiper function can result in this separation occurs.
- Remedy
- To prevent grease from being washed out of the joint, the dealers will modify by adding a water diversion seal that will prevent water from entering the windshield wiper linkage ball joint area.
Recall number 98V093000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: tail lights
- What is wrong
- These vehicles do not meet the illumination requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- Risk
- Following vehicles may not be aware that the vehicle in front is stopping, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with two new light bulbs for the stop/tail lamps which are brighter than the original bulbs. A label with the new bulb number will also be provided for insertion into the owner's manual. If an owner so desires, a dealers can install the light bulbs for them.
Recall number 98V008000 · Recall details
Structure: body: door
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. One of three styrofoam pads located in each rear door as part of the design for ensuring compliance with fmvss no. 214, "side door strength," was not installed.
- Risk
- In the event of a vehicle crash, an occupant would not be properly protected increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install the missing pad in each rear door.
Recall number 97V110000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1997 Nissan Sentra recalls
How do I check if my 1997 Nissan Sentra has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1997 Nissan Sentra have?
3, covering visibility, exterior lighting and structure.
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