Oil check stick broken into engine. 2000 nissan sentra. Called the dealer said is common problem. Nothing done. Have to buy new stick.
2000 Nissan Sentra engine complaints
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I have a 2000 nissan sentry it over heat on me sometimes when driving on the high way it cuts off and cause bumper to bumper hits.
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 nissan sentra. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). He stated that the check engine light illuminates on the instrument panel. The vehicle stalls and fails to restart. The vehicle was previously repaired according to nissan recall number r3022, in which the dealer replaced the crank position sensors. There is a second recall that states that the replacement sensors used in the first recall campaign were also defective and should be changed. The nissan manufacturer stated that his VIN was not affected and not included in the second recall. He was advised to bring his vehicle in for diagnostic testing at his expense. The failure mileage was 130,000.
The top piece of my dipstick shattered, leaving the rest of my dipstick inside of my car. The more I attempt to pull it out, the closer it comes to my crankshaft. This is definitely not safe!!
2000 nissan sentra with multiple problems. Consumer states that she would like compensation for all the money she has had to put out for repairs. Such as new af meter, replaced mass air flow, replaced battery, replaced clutch twice due to an oil leak/flywheel and more. *kb the consumer stated the entire electrical system failed, a new trunk lock was needed, the rear engine seal was leaking oil on the clutch. The engine light illuminated and the drivers side window was inoperative. The regulator and radiator were replaced.
2000 nissan sentra engine oil dipstick broke off. The dipstick is still in the tube.
A recall for crank position sensor for the federal safety agency campaign id number: 01v35700 recall date: 11/16/01 for 2000 nissan sentra. The sensor was replaced by nissan in 2003. In january 2007, the car started experience same problem during the recall date. The car stops running a lot of time and the service engine soon came on several times. My wife was very nervous and scared driving that car. On january 22nd, the car was taken to the dealer to report the problem. They stated that the recall is no longer being replaced. They inspected the car and ordered ECM to see if the fixes the problem with the car. On january 29th, the part was replaced and the problem was still there. The service advisor for bill seidle's nissan in miami (10500 nw 12th street) jorge villar stated the problem could be a crack shaft or mass air. They said to come back when I am ready for them to get to the root problem. On february 6th, I took the car to precision tune auto care and inform them that the car stops running when it was running. I want them to see what the problem was. Later that day they stated the problem with the car is that it has a defective crank position sensor. I called bill seidle nissan explaining that the particular recall back in nov 2001 is happening again and I want them to change to part out again. I was told that the part is out of warranty and they are not going to replace it. I had no choice but to have precision auto care fix the part and at cost of $150.00. Nissan dealer was trying to find a way to charge me more and fix part that wasn't need. The whole time they need that it was a sensor that was causing the problem.
2001 1.8 engine in a sentra , driven new from victory nissan (vn) in chesapeake va, check engine light kept coming on after all the recalls were completed and returned to v. Nissan (vn). $600.00 later and light coming on 3 times in separate trips to (vn) while trying diagnose the problem I was charged $600.00 and I had now reached 67,000 miles with my warranty expired and light still on and off, this time it was diagnosed as an internal antifreeze leak into a cylinder, please note $600.00 later after being towed at my expense twice, numerous sensor's and even the computer in the car, (my old computer was reinstalled by (vn), (vn) wants to make me a new bill to fix the engine properly with the mechanic explaining that the electronic diagnostic tool which cost $90 is just a starting place and they follow the codes and replace the cheapest stuff first like all my sensor's at $200 a pop, even the ones that were not bad according to the test, and after I questioned it, I was told well the "ceramic was cracked" and it was now or later! If it was just a head gasket that bill was going to be now $2,200 and victory nissan had the nerve to tell me after $2,200.00 that I still needed to have the head sent out to be pressure checked (optional but required) for an additional $200 to $300 and we can work out something about my $600.00! I replaced the entire engine for $1234.00 and honda is calling my name! Certainly unhappy with my first an only dealing's with nissan and especially with victory nissan. They insisted on the same mechanic working on the car and I had to wait 7 hours in the waiting room once and numerous times for 4 and 5 hours in addition while I watched the mechanics move in slow motion. Bottom line never deal with victory nissan!
This car has never once passed an emission test on the first try. As of july 2004 the service engine soon light came on every now and then. I took the car for it's emission test and it failed! The error code was p1491 (bypass valve/cut valve). After spending $500, I thought the car was fixed. I took the car to the emissions facility and it passed. I drove out of the parking lot and the service engine soon light came back on and has stayed on constantly since then. Now I'm a due for another emission test and once again it fails! Same error code. Clearly there is a defect. Something must be done to rectify the situation.
Engine stalls when driving. It has also came to a low idle and nearly died at other times when slowing to a stop. There were no specific consequences to this problem as of yet. A maintenance shop blew out all airflow sensors and replaced vacuum hoses. There is a current recall on the same year model of this car, but not the correct VIN range. The dealer will not replace this item at no cost.
Dt: the contact stated engine control module was bad. It mad e the engine shake and the car did not run. She said the dealer had car for 3 weeks, which was when she noticed the problem. The contact indicated there was a recall on the control module, but this recall number was not available. She found the recall on the internet.
The following occurred three times: while driving at highway speeds, and then stopping, and then accelerating slowly, the engine simply cut out after the RPM wavered between 500-1100 for about a minute. The car could not be restarted and two out of the three times had to be towed. After approximately one hour, the car could be started again. All three days were hot days. The problem could not be reproduced and a full inspection of the car by three mechanics revealed no apparent problems.
Check engine light began flashing. Vehicle wanted to stall when stopping. No power upon acceleration. Air flow meter and #4 coil were replaced. Check engine soon light came back on within 24 hours. Dealer unable to provide me with a copy of the $90 diagnostic test.
The federal safety agency recall campaign 01v357000 concerning crank position sensor. After having the crank position sensor replaced the problem recurred. While driving 40 MPH check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and consumer was informed that the crank position sensor needed to be replaced again. *ak the vehicle circuit cluster failed causing the odometer, fuel gauge and temp gauge to fail. The rotors warped causing pulsation while braking.
2000 nissan sentra experiencing problems with brake equipment, engine sensors and e.c.m. Connector.*mr the federal safety agency recall campaign 01v357000 concerning crank position sensor. After having the crank position sensor replaced the problem recurred. While driving 40 MPH check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and consumer was informed that the crank position sensor needed to be replaced again. The vehicle circuit cluster failed causing the odometer, fuel gauge and temp gauge to fail. The rotors warped causing pulsation while braking
The consumer experienced stalling problems with the vehicle. When driving the consumer went to apply the brake , the vehicle stalled without warning. This happened 4 times, when the brakes were applied at approximately 15 MPH. There was no warning. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the head gasket was blown. There was a mixture of oil and coolant which caused the vehicle to lose power. Provide further details. *jb the dealer replaced the crank and cam sensors per safety recall campaign d3163.
The consumer is experiencing a problem with the check engine light. The owner has taken the vehicle back to the dealer and they would do some adjustments and the light would come back on shortly after. The vehicle has been on the diagnostic machine and several codes would come to indicate where the problems are yet know one seems to know what the problems are that exist within this vehicle. Provide further details.
Ref: nissan sentra gxe year 2000, VIN# [xxx]. Since purchase of this used car in august 2003, over a period of 8 months I have had many problems with "check engine light" coming on often and rattling of axle/suspension on left side. After bringing to dealer for repair under warranty and each time the problem comes up next day or 2 weeks later. I have had the special-order from japan ECM module replaced 3 times after 3 month wait each time. I also have had front wheel axle and/or suspension replaced 3 times in the past year. I have had 2 or more recalls performed on the car in 2004. As of 12/14/04, there is a problem of poor or slow engine performance and raggedness when driving. Refer to the federal safety agency campaign id # 01v174000 and 03v477000 and 03v455000 for references. I have copies of service records for this car if you would like to receive them. Please advise. [xxx] email: [xxx]. *ak updated 07/24/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
This vehicle is equipped with california emission exhaust, and the problem is the front bracket that suspends the exhaust between the manifold and the rear bracket had rusted and fallen off. There was no particular event that caused this to happen and we learned of the problem be the knocking sound made by the exhaust pipe hitting a bar on the body when driving over bumps as small as 3 inches. The vehicle had been driven around 24,000 miles, and the quote for a replacement part was $217 plus labor and taxes. There are to date no aftermarket alternatives, and the way the bracket is attached to the exhaust is an inferior design that will ensure premature failure.
While driving 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle and was able to do so. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. Please provide further details.
Oil dipstick broke between plastic and metal. Dipstick was jammed inside of dipstick tube. Attempting to pull out the dipstick leads to pushing it further, leading to collision with crankshaft. Could be a serious issue if this happens while moving and it gets entangled inside the engine.
After starting the vehicle, it intermittently stalled. The dealership informed the consumer that the problem pertained to the computer. The problem was not resolved. *ak recall# 01v357000. The problem was supposed to have been fixed. *sc
Consumer took vehicle to the dealer, and they stated the part was not in. Dealer had vehicle for more than one month. Consumer thought that this was the process.
After starting the vehicle engine warning light illuminated. Dealership insisted that the problem related to the catalytic converter.
While driving, engine check light came on. After taking it to the dealer I was told the mass flow/ air flow sensor was bad and was due to me using an non-oem airfilter. I sent the airfilter back to purolator, who responded that their product met all oem requirements. I looked up the recall information and found out there was a recall for the "service engine light" coming on due to other issues. I took it back to the dealer, who never told me abou the recall, and they completed the work. I have yet to have the mass flow/ air flow sensor replaced due to cost $700 as well as my feeling is that this is a defective product. I have looked through the federal safety agency web site and found several other mass flow sensor problems that have yet to be address for this model year car. I have contacted nissan and they told me the dealer knows what is best for my vehicle and they would not do anything!
At about 65,000-70,000 miles the service engine light came on. At the same time my right front wheel began making noise. I took my car in and found out that I needed to replace the hub assembly. Not knowing that it had been recalled for the hub assembly, I ended up paying over $500 for the parts and labor. About 15,000 miles later my car lost all power while driving on the freeway. After paying to have the crank position sensor replaced I received a recall notice warning of the problem.I took my car to the dealer and they performed the recall work. The service light is still on and my car often performs poorly and loses power when trying to accelerate. I am unable to pass smog in ca because the light is on. All of these problems are not coincedental. Nissan has manufactured a faulty system and they need to own up and repair it.
While driving 60 MPH vehicle stalled. Dealer indicated that the engine sensor failed. A recall was issued. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
Consumer received recall 01v357000 concerning crank position sensor: after recall repairs were done it started experiencing crank position sensor failure. Less than two months after the recall repairs were done was driving and the vehicle cut off. Consumer spoke to the dealer, who claimed that recall repairs were done properly.
Nissan sentra oil stick is designed poorly. Stick is made of plastic and it costs a furtune to take it out once it breaks. Nissan charges up to $250 to take the broken part out. This fix should be a recall because this part should not be made of plastic.
At any speed vehicle shut off. Consumer had no brakes, and almost hit another vehicle. Dealer said check engine sensor needed to be replaced.
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