1999 Nissan Sentra Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sentra years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 26th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Nissan Sentra. That ranks 26th out of 32 Sentra model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (12 complaints, 20%), typically at around 54,608 miles. Complaints mention 14 crashes, 9 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 59owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 14complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Nissan Sentra problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 12 | 20% | 54,608 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 7 | 12% | 101,108 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 10% | 88,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 10% | 90,048 | — | — |
| Tires | 6 | 10% | 116,216 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 7% | 72,900 | — | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 5% | 78,987 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 5% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 5% | 78,987 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% | 31,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Nissan Sentra recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Nissan Sentra.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop, who was not able to diagnose the failure. The contact was not included in nhtsa campaign numbers: 03v477000 (electrical system)…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the brake lines were corroded and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 NISSAN SENTRA EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR VIVA 2 TIRES, SIZE 175/65R14 DOT NUMBER ([redacted]). THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THERE WAS A ROARING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVER FRONT TIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC. WHILE THE TIRES WERE BEING…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 nissan sentra. The contact stated an excessive amount of fuel would overflow from the fuel tank filler neck whenever refueling. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test was performed and they detected the fuel tank filler neck was…
There is a recall on 2002, 2005-2006 nissan sentras & altimas with the sensor. The car can shut down without warning and engine stall. My car is a 1999 nissan sentra with the same problem and they won't fix it because of the wrong year. Regardless of the year it should be fixed or i should receive…
Other Nissan Sentra years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sentra | 18 | 1 |
| 2025 Sentra | 31 | 4 |
| 2024 Sentra | 41 | 3 |
| 2023 Sentra | 20 | 1 |
| 2022 Sentra | 81 | 2 |
| 2021 Sentra | 132 | 3 |
| 2020 Sentra | 206 | 4 |
| 2019 Sentra | 222 | 2 |
| 2018 Sentra | 185 | 2 |
| 2017 Sentra | 231 | 3 |
| 2016 Sentra | 270 | 6 |
| 2015 Sentra | 351 | 3 |
| 2014 Sentra | 380 | 5 |
| 2013 Sentra | 638 | 6 |
| 2012 Sentra | 180 | 0 |
| 2011 Sentra | 142 | 2 |
| 2010 Sentra | 144 | 3 |
| 2009 Sentra | 55 | 1 |
| 2008 Sentra | 167 | 3 |
| 2007 Sentra | 154 | 1 |
| 2006 Sentra | 116 | 5 |
| 2005 Sentra | 170 | 5 |
| 2004 Sentra | 197 | 4 |
| 2003 Sentra | 180 | 7 |
| 2002 Sentra | 304 | 10 |
| 2001 Sentra | 236 | 7 |
| 2000 Sentra | 171 | 6 |
| 1999 | 59 | 0 |
| 1998 Sentra | 58 | 1 |
| 1997 Sentra | 108 | 3 |
| 1996 Sentra | 141 | 3 |
| 1995 Sentra | 117 | 3 |
See all Nissan Sentra problems by year, every Nissan model, or the Nissan VIN decoder.
Similar Nissan models
Embed this 1999 Nissan Sentra badge on your site
Copy this code into your blog or forum post. It shows live complaint and recall counts and links back here.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Nissan Sentra?
Owners most often report electrical system, air bags, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Nissan Sentra?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Nissan Sentra a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sentra model years, the 1999 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.