Electrical System Problems of Nissan Sentra

Nissan Sentra owners have reported 749 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 32 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (484 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition module (40 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Nissan Sentra

The Electrical System problem

Since having my Nissan 2021 Sentra I have for one, had to replace the battery in it twice. On a more serious note, it is now stopping the car at random and unnecessary times stating an object is in front of me.   Read details...

The Ignition Module problem

Vehicle was parked in parking lot. Steering wheel was locked and wheels were straight. Car was attempted to start more then 10 times. A flashing reg car with a key icon light was active on the dash. According to the owners manual the ignition system was locked out and had to be reset by the dealer.   Read details...

The Car Will Not Start problem

Tl the contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that once placing the vehicle into park and turning off the ignition, the engine would make an abnormal, clicking noise as the headlights and brake lights would continuously flicker.   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

Tl the contact owns a 2010 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the air bag warning light started to flash. Additionally, the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to gardena Nissan (1670 w redondo beach blvd, gardena, CA 90247, (310) 532-1600) and the contact was informed that the   Read details...

The Ignition problem

The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled and, on several occasions, and the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who replaced the ignition switch, but the failure   Read details...




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