Nissan Sentra Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 111 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Nissan Sentra across 19 model years. The 2004 model year has the most (25). The words owners use most often: “fuel pump” (26% of reports).
- 111fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $590typical repair cost reported by owners
- 30%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel pump: mentioned in 29 of 111 complaints (26%)
- Gas tank: mentioned in 15 of 111 complaints (14%)
- Gasoline storage: mentioned in 9 of 111 complaints (8%)
- Vent control valve: mentioned in 7 of 111 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical fuel system, gasoline repair on the Nissan Sentra at $590, and half of them between $480 and $890.
Based on 10 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2002–2012), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 75 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 111 complaints, 1 mention a crash.
Nissan Sentra fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Sentra | 1 | 0% | 60,000 |
| 2016 Sentra | 1 | 0% | 60,000 |
| 2014 Sentra | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2013 Sentra | 3 | 0% | 101,500 |
| 2012 Sentra | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2008 Sentra | 4 | 2% | 6,500 |
| 2007 Sentra | 5 | 3% | 25,000 |
| 2006 Sentra | 9 | 8% | 49,000 |
| 2005 Sentra | 21 | 12% | 85,000 |
| 2004 Sentra | 25 | 13% | 81,000 |
| 2003 Sentra | 8 | 4% | 36,236 |
| 2002 Sentra | 6 | 2% | 63,000 |
| 2001 Sentra | 4 | 2% | 84,500 |
| 2000 Sentra | 3 | 2% | 45,000 |
| 1999 Sentra | 3 | 5% | 69,000 |
| 1998 Sentra | 2 | 3% | 103,000 |
| 1997 Sentra | 3 | 3% | 153,000 |
| 1996 Sentra | 5 | 4% | 50,000 |
| 1995 Sentra | 6 | 5% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Model years: 2013
Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Sentra vehicles manufactured from September 11, 2012, through October 4, 2012. Some fuel tank assemblies were not properly sealed during the manufacturing process. As a result, a small amount of gasoline may leak from the tank when it is full.
Risk: A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may lead to a vehicle fire.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Model years: 2005
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, a vapor hose located in the fuel tank may not have been formed correctly during the manufacturing process. When the vehicle is parked with a full fuel tank, fuel may flow into the vapor hose, which is connected to a vapor canister.
Risk: The vapor canister could become full, and excess fuel could spill out onto the ground. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will check the vapor hose connections in the fuel tank to determine if a poor seal exists. If a poor seal is identified, a new fuel tank will be installed free of charge. The recall began on august 15, 2005. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel the vehicle, fuel started spewing out of the fuel filler neck. The contact waited until the fuel level was almost empty and slowly pumped gasoline into the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to three separate…
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the RPM was fluctuating. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he slowed down to 60 MPH. The contact stated that the vehicle was not drivable…
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan sentra. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled and had to be pushed off the roadway. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (gettel nissan, 3530 bee ridge rd, sarasota, fl 34239) where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump malfunctioned. The dealer stated that the…
After driving my car and putting in park noticed gasoline smell checked under car and noticed gas leaking from top of fuel tank where the fuel pump sits. Took it to the dealership said gas was leaking from o ring on fuel pump mind you my vehicle is a 2014 with only about 45000 miles on it. Also…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Nissan Sentras have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 111 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Nissan Sentra. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Nissan Sentra fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix fuel system, gasoline problems on the Nissan Sentra?
Owners report a typical cost of $590 (half paid between $480 and $890), from 10 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Nissan Sentra?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel pump”, in 29 of 111 complaints, followed by “gas tank” (15).
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