2005 Nissan Sentra: check engine light

Filed Oct 27, 2025 · Brakes, Suspension · IN

I purchased a 2005 Nissan Sentra on [XXX] from TMZ Auto Sales. The front passenger and driver side calipers, rotors, brake pads, brake hoses, front driver side hub bearings and knuckle hook up, were replaced by me, and the left passenger side ball joint needs to be repaired. All repairs were done within 30-60 days of purchase. The dealer replaced the front driver side caliper and brake, but I had to replace them a second time, and the dealership also replaced the sensor that he thought needed to be replaced, but the check engine light is still on. I was driving to and from work with my grandchildren and the brakes, calipers, rotors would start to malfunction. My daughter and myself were driving when the front driver side and passenger brake hose malfunctioned. The dealership confirmed that both front calipers and brake pads needed to be replaced and he claimed to have fixed them both when he came to my house. The dealership also knew that both front brake hoses needed to be repaired and told me to have them replaced by the guy who was repairing the front passenger side caliper and brake that he allegedly fixed. The other problems were confirmed and resolved by my friends who work on cars. The front driver side brakes started to make a squeaking noise on September 2nd 2025 and I took the vehicle to my friend who works on cars. and he stated that the front passenger side brakes and caliper was not functioning properly. The car has not been inspected by anyone. The check engine light was on when I purchased the vehicle. The dealership worker, Wesley, stated that the check engine light might be related to the car needing a new gas cap. Wesley also stated prior to me purchasing the car that the car runs good, "I only need to change both brake pads and calipers". INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jun 5, 2016 · Engine · 30 miles · MO

Engine light has been on for at least 2yrs or longer. The vehicle is running hot. I've replaced the thermostat, water pump, radiator, throttle body, etc. I've spent hundreds of dollars. Nissan needs to stand behind their products, and correct this madness. Then want to say because you don't have a warranty nothing could be done. Too many people has reported this similar issue to now take action and classify this as a recall to their expense. The consumer has spent enough money to try and correct this headache, and still not have the matter corrected. My vehicle still runs hot, and it's terrifying to watch that needle move constantly in the hot area of the gauge as I drive the highway, and streets everyday.

Filed Dec 22, 2015 · Engine · 140,000 miles · VA

My check engine light comes on and the car keeps running hot after I just got the coolant flushed.

Filed Jun 21, 2015 · Fuel system · 106,540 miles · PA

While pumping gas after 1.50 or less pump shuts off and gas spills out on to the ground this over and over while trying to put 20.00 in takes so long and so much gas spilling out is dangerous and now my engine light is on which happen at the same time

Filed May 7, 2014 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 20,000 miles · TX

The service engine light comes before starting vehicle and then throttle pedal has no effect. Starts fine runs smooth but will not accelerate. I have to disconnect positive battery post for about 5 minutes and then reinstall battery cable. So far will work fine for a while. The service engine light comes more frequent now but throttle pedal will work some times. I am worried that this will start happening when driving down the highway and stall the car. We bought the car with 17000 miles and now has 107000 miles on it. I checked for recalls but none yet.

Filed Dec 3, 2013 · Engine · 75,150 miles · NY

On june 20, 2013 I brought my 2005 nissan sentra into curry nissan in yorktown hts,ny 10598 because my check engine light went on saying it was my swirl valve part # 75150 code p1138 . They charged me $110.00 to update my engine ecu as per tech bulletin . On nov. 20th my check engine light went on again and I brought it to the nearest service station and was once again told that it was the same code for the swirl valve and that I was to take it to nissan.. I was lucky enough that this problem did not cause an accident but am I expected to have this happen every 5 or 6 months? Please advise me if this is a recall.

Filed Aug 22, 2013 · Engine · 63,000 miles · OR

2005 nissan sentra 1.8s with approx. 63000 miles. Car started having issues with starting, approx. 1-2 years ago. Then about a month ago, owner noticed vehicle engine shuddering/running roughly, for several seconds, immediately after cold start in the morning. On evening of aug. 19th, car was exceptionally difficult to start, and ran rough for more than 1 minute. Check engine light was illuminated. Upon inspection, was determined to be faulty head gasket. Repair, approx. $900.00.

Filed Jan 20, 2013 · Engine, Transmission · 74,900 miles · MA

I am the first owner of nissan sentra 1.8s 2005. At mileage 74,900, the check engine light turned on and a nissan dealership retrieved the code p0303 cylinder 3 misfiring on september 1, 2012. I also noticed, the coolant started to drop. Specifically, first time I reported the coolant drop to a nissan dealer on october 9, 2012 (at mileage 75,557) who ran a pressure test but asked to come back if I noticed the coolant drop again. When the coolant dropped again, the nissan dealer detected a coolant leak in number 3 cylinder january 4, 2013 (at mileage 76,577) and replaced the engine gaskets, thermostat asmy, engine oil and all necessary parts needed for repairs on january 7, 2013. I paid all the expenses for repairs as nissan. I filed a formal complaint with nissan and they informed me that since there is no recall and the car?s powertrain warranty has expired, nissan will not reimburse me the expenses for the repairs done at the nissan dealership. I consider myself lucky that I noticed the drop in coolant and the engine was not significantly damaged. I wonder what could have happened if I were in the middle of a busy freeway and the car engine ceased. This is a dangerous component failure with life threatening consequences. Given that this failure has nothing to do with the driver of the car and can happen anytime, I would like to know why nissan never recalled. After reading few online bulletin boards and complaints at the federal safety agency , it appears to me that it is a known problem for this vehicle model.

Filed Jan 16, 2013 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the failure could have been caused by the fuel cap not being secured. The vehicle was repaired however, the dealer advised that the warning light could possibly re-illuminate and if so, to bring the vehicle back for further inspection. The dealer determined that if the failure recurred, then there could possibly have been a fuel leak somewhere. The manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed Mar 15, 2012 · Engine · 55,000 miles · CA

Vehicle started to display "check engine soon" light at aprox. 55,000 miles I took it to dealership for a diagnostic, initially they said it was a bad fuel sensor but after returning car to me p0300 error light came back on next day. I took back to dealership this time they said it was a bad head gasket upon further investigation I found information from 3 separate sources that numerous consumers who have purchased the same make and model 2005 nissan sentra have had similar problems with faulty head gasket I also found nissan is aware of a problem with 2005 nissan sentra head gasket but refuse at this time to do a recall most likely because it is not a safety issue but a monetary issue basically nissan corp. Would rather have consumers have to come out of their pocket and pay for repair then stand behind their product and do the right thing and do a recall on 2005 nissan sentra head gasket. Http://www.carcomplaints.com/nissan/sentra/2005/engine/blown_head_gasket.shtml http://www.topix.com/forum/autos/nissan-sentra/tp3df0a7jti0akn92.

Filed Nov 10, 2011 · Engine · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the check engine warning light remained illuminated and caused the vehicle to become resistant to start-up attempts. The vehicle was also losing anti-freeze abnormally but the contact was unable to locate a hole or leak in the radiator. The vehicle was not inspected for the failure. The contact spoke with a local mechanic who advised that the head gasket could possibly need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage was 33,899 and the failure mileage was unknown. Updated11/29/11 *bf the consumer stated anti-freeze was leaking from the vehicle and the engine light illuminated. Updated 12/13/11

Filed Sep 14, 2011 · Engine · 49,542 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the check engine light was illuminated and the contact heard a loud, abnormal noise from behind the dashboard. The contact then noticed that there was dust and oil seepage on the cylinder head that was never present before. The vehicle was left with the dealer for diagnosis, but requested that the contact authorize removal of the cylinder head for further inspection. The manufacturer denied any assistance with repair unless the contact authorized for further inspection. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 49,542. The VIN was not available.