Three problems related to engine exhaust system have been reported for the 2000 Nissan Sentra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Nissan Sentra based on all problems reported for the 2000 Sentra.
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.
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.
Consumer stated that there was an oil burning smell under vehicle while driving, it was determined that the filter was leaking oil on the exhaust pipe.