2004 Nissan Sentra problems and complaints
Owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Nissan Sentra. The most-reported areas: Engine And Engine Cooling (59), Air Bags (32), Electrical System (28).
Key takeaways
- 197 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 20 involve a crash, 0 a fire, 18 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 59 | 30% |
| Air Bags | 32 | 16% |
| Electrical System | 28 | 14% |
| Fuel System | 28 | 14% |
| Engine | 26 | 13% |
| Gasoline | 25 | 13% |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 5% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 | 4% |
| Power Train | 7 | 4% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 4% |
| Hydraulic | 6 | 3% |
| Steering | 5 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Nissan Sentra 4-DR. | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Power Train - filed 2025-12-17
Hard shifting and occasional uncertainty in gear selected.
Electrical System,air Bags - filed 2025-10-28
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic, the vehicle was diagnosed computer system failure, causing the vehicle to fail to start. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V287000 (Air Bags), ...
Air Bags - filed 2025-03-15
I have been getting recall notices for over 2 years on my 2004 Sentra concerning airbag replacement. I called the number on the recall mailing and was told on multiple occasions that the car was dangerous to operate. I am a [XXX] and was assured that the Nissan recall team offered a mobile repair service and that my...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.