Three problems related to brake pedal and linkage have been reported for the 1996 Nissan Sentra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Consumer states due to the design and location of the brake pedal, the pedal is to close to the accelerator pedal, when attempting to depress the brake pedal consumer accidently depress the accelerator pedal causing the consumer to have an accident/injuries.
The brake pedal and the accelerator pedal were designed too closely together, when backing out hit a pole, impact 6:00 position, speed 5mph.
Consumer complaint regarding positioning of brake and accelerator pedals.