One problem related to loud engine noise has been reported for the 2002 Nissan Sentra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Nissan Sentra based on all problems reported for the 2002 Sentra.
The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Sentra se-r. While driving approximately 60 mph, the oil indicator illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. The contact drove to his residence. The dealer advised him to add more oil in the vehicle. The oil leakage became a persistent issue. One year later, while driving approximately 40 mph, he heard a loud noise coming from the hood on the driver's side. The vehicle stalled and was towed to a local repair shop. The mechanic stated that the piston rings, head job, and crankshaft needed to be replaced. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified. The VIN was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 180,000.