1994 Nissan Sentra vs 1996 Nissan Sentra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Nissan Sentra | 1996 Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 99 | 141 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 26 | 44 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–28 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Sentra | Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 7 | 53 |
| Seat Belts | 27 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 10 |
| Visibility | 10 | 14 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 11 |
| Power Train | 5 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 12 |
1994 Nissan Sentra
1996 Nissan Sentra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.