1998 Nissan Sentra vs 2000 Nissan Sentra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Nissan Sentra | 2000 Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 58 | 171 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 49 | 75 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 23–26 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 58,555 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Sentra | Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 72 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 16 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 10 |
| Suspension | 4 | 11 |
| Visibility | 13 | 1 |
| Equipment | 2 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 30 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
1998 Nissan Sentra
2000 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.