The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Sentra. The contact was driving approximately 20 mph when she applied pressure to the brake pedal and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle as it resumed normal operation. The failure began to recur intermittently so the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the cam position sensor would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed that her vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 03V455000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 90,000.

- Pheonix, AZ, USA

We had a 2000 Nissan Sentra gxe, with 83245 miles on the odometer. There were no issues with car and it had always been regularly serviced. On July 29, 2010 after a normal day's activities which involved driving to and from work and a short trip within town to and from the local swimming pool, it was as usual parked in the driveway of our home at 8pm. We locked the car and went into the house and were sitting down to dinner when at 8:20pm we noticed a large plume of smoke drift by the dining room window. When we went out to investigate we saw thick billowing smoke blowing out of the hood of the car. We could also see flames under the hood. The engine was on fire. We dialed 911 and the fire trucks rolled in. The firemen had difficulty opening the hood because the heat had fused the hood to the body and they had to punch holes in the side and use crowbars to pry the hood open. After a brief dousing with fire retardant foam, the firemen put out the flames within a few minutes. Once the flames were put out we could see that the entire engine compartment was a mass of burned plastic and rubber and charred and twisted metal. The insurance company has declared the car to be a total loss. Thankfully nobody was injured and our home was not damaged. We are shocked and dismayed that a supposedly reliable compact car could without any apparent reason burst into flames and die like this one did.

- College Station, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Sentra. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number 03V455000 (engine and engine cooling). He stated that the check engine light illuminates on the instrument panel. The vehicle stalls and fails to restart. The vehicle was previously repaired according to Nissan recall number R3022, in which the dealer replaced the crank position sensors. There is a second recall that states that the replacement sensors used in the first recall campaign were also defective and should be changed. The Nissan manufacturer stated that his VIN was not affected and not included in the second recall. He was advised to bring his vehicle in for diagnostic testing at his expense. The failure mileage was 130,000.

- Holly Springs, NC, USA

2000 Nissan Sentra engine oil dipstick broke off. The dipstick is still in the tube.

- San Jose, CA, USA

The following occurred three times: While driving at highway speeds, and then stopping, and then accelerating slowly, the engine simply cut out after the RPM wavered between 500-1100 for about a minute. The car could not be restarted and two out of the three times had to be towed. After approximately one hour, the car could be started again. All three days were hot days. The problem could not be reproduced and a full inspection of the car by three mechanics revealed no apparent problems.

- Westborough, MA, USA

Check engine light began flashing. Vehicle wanted to stall when stopping. No power upon acceleration. Air flow meter and #4 coil were replaced. Check engine soon light came back on within 24 hours. Dealer unable to provide me with a copy of the $90 diagnostic test.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

Ref: Nissan Sentra gxe year 2000, VIN# [xxx]. since purchase of this used car in August 2003, over a period of 8 months I have had many problems with "check engine light" coming on often and rattling of axle/suspension on left side. After bringing to dealer for repair under warranty and each time the problem comes up next day or 2 weeks later. I have had the special-order from Japan ECM module replaced 3 times after 3 month wait each time. I also have had front wheel axle and/or suspension replaced 3 times in the past year. I have had 2 or more recalls performed on the car in 2004. As of 12/14/04, there is a problem of poor or slow engine performance and raggedness when driving. Refer to NHTSA campaign id # 01V174000 and 03V477000 and 03V455000 for references. I have copies of service records for this car if you would like to receive them. Please advise. [xxx] email: [xxx]. updated 07/24/2012 information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Westminster, CA, USA

Consumer experienced the defect as stated in the recall pertaining to the "check engine" light illuminating. The recall was for a defective engine control module (ECM) which may cause the vehicle to stall while driving.

- Lindenhurst, NY, USA

While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle and was able to do so. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection.

- San Marcos, CA, USA

I have looked and found no recall on this poorly designed engine component. Plastic dipstick handle breaks. My car is a Nissan 2000 Sentra gxe 1.8: the plastic engine oil dipstick handle broke off, leaving the stainless steel stick inside the tube. I called my local Nissan dealership service department for a method of extracting the defective part. I was told it would be 'very expensive' for the service shop to do, that I should try to 'figure it out' myself and 'let me know how you did it' if I was successful. The only oem replacement part for this item is an exact duplicate of the plastic handle type that broke, so I am not using that again! this plastic component is poorly designed and can permit the stainless steel 'stick' to be forced into the oil pan.

- West Islip, NY, USA

I brought my 2000 Nissan Sentra gxe to sears auto center for new tires on Saturday morning. When the mechanic asked if my car needed an oil change, I said sure. When I returned to pick up my vehicle, the mechanic handed me two pieces, the plastic "O" ring and a bit of stem from my dipstick, and told me that the rest of my dipstick had slid down about six inches into the tube. Because plastic was still on one end, he could not get the stick out and sent me to my Nissan dealer. The mechanic at Nissan seemed surprised at what he saw. I asked him what needed to be done without my telling him what sears had said. The Nissan mechanic and the sears mechanic concurred: Not only was getting the dipstick out going to be a problem, but as it bounced around in the tube, it could drive its way through my oil pan and bust my crankshaft or cause the oil to back over the engine. Either way, the prospect is dim. How much to get the dipstick out" due to Nissan's design, the mechanic said that part of my engine was in the way of the oil pan and the labor alone would cost $300, an exorbitant sum for someone's stupidity. What happened to metal dipsticks" when I contacted Nissan headquarters about this, I was told that my warranty period was over. I was very upset at this news considering that this problem would not manifest within the warranty period! plastic takes a bit of time to be heat-damaged and snap like that, but when sitting right next to the engine manifold...well, duh! right now, I am stuck with a broken dipstick, which may or may not make my car a fire-breathing death trap. Apparently my gripe with Nissan is not isolated--just check out the griped from this website, also attached below. www.broomeman.com/mt/archives/001156.html help! I don't think this should be my problem, but Nissan doesn't think so.

- Cape Canaveral, FL, USA

Consumer received NHTSA recall 03V084000 concerning debris/ fire. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs. After repairs were done vehicle was taken back to the dealer three times. The first time deale rreplaced the catalytic converter. The second time they replaced the engine, and the third time dealer replaced both, the catalytic converter and engine.

- Manassas, VA, USA

Vehicle shut off completely and without prior warning while traveling on the highway. This problem occurred on several occasions. Dealer was aware of the problem. Several repair attempts were made but none of them were successful. Noise came from the right wheel area while driving. The dealer replaced all wheels per a safety campaign. The inside door handle was loose. The dealer replaced the door pad but that didn't remedy the problem. The rear passenger side bumper was loose. The dealer secured it. The radio was inoperative. The dealer special order a new radio. The right front window was inoperative from the main switch.

- Sun Valley, CA, USA

I am the national technical advisor for jiffy lube international and I would like to file a defect concern regarding engine oil level dipstick failures. Since November 2002 to present, jiffy lube international has serviced approximately 13 (to current count-possibly more-currently researching for exact number) 2000-2001 Nissan Sentra w/1.8L engines ranging from 23,000 - 55,000 miles in which the engine oil level dipstick handle became seperated from the metal indicator inside the tube(as described in complaint#10010803 & 10023403). This happens on initial removal of the dipstick prior to servicing. Some of the vehicles were even 1st time customers to our service centers. There are also claims that I do not have accounted for because the stores are franchise owned and they handle there own claims. I do have all the customers personal & vehicle information if you would like to have it to investigate. The dealers that I have talked with state that they are unware of any concerns of this nature but are quick to propose a repair bill of $200-300.00 dollares everytime this happens. I would like someone from NHTSA to investigate and consult with Nissan on what there take is on this matter and to see if they may issue a recall to where jiffy lube international could recoupe some of there losses, financially and from a customer standpoint. Please advise if I can offer anymore information regarding this matter. I appreciate your concern and look forward to your response. Ricky jackson jli national technical service advisor jiffy lube international, Inc. A subsidiary of shell oil company tel: (713)546-4205 fax: (713)217-3083 email: Richard.jackson@pzlqs.com.

- Houston, TX, USA

Consumer states that while driving and with no warning vehicle will stall, and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified.

- Billerica, MA, USA

Noisy engine, while driving vehicle makes a clunky noise. Dealer notified.

- Norcross, GA, USA

Mfr# P1159 & NHTSA# 01 V 357 000/crank position sensor: Consumer states while the vehicle was at the dealer for cutting off while driving. The technician stated that a manufacturer recall was on the vehicle concerning a "crank position senor". consumer states that no recall notice was receiverd until after this incident occur. Nlm

- Clarks Summit, PA, USA

Vehicle smokes right after a oil change is done, this is due to the oil filter plug being right above catalytic converter. Consumer can actually hear the oil popping on the catalytic converter after the oil change is done.

- Redding, CA, USA

My dealer failed to tell me that a needed repair was, actually, part of a formal recall. I found out about the recall after I had my car repaired. When my car exhibited the exact symptoms described in the crank position sensor recall, 01V357000.I called heritage Nissan. They told me that, since I didn?T have an extended warranty, I would have to pay for any repairs to correct the problem I described. The dealer told me that any other mechanic/shop could probably see me sooner and that I may as well find someone local to my home. In the end, I paid $231.68 for what the dealer should have replaced free of charge. After finding out about the recall online, I wrote Nissan national Consumer Affairs (letter dated June 24, 2002). To date, they have not replied to my letter. I would be happy to provide a copy of these materials to you, if needed.

- Eldersburg, MD, USA

While driving home from work car stalled. After restarting the car had very little pick up and was no longer registering RPM's. the dealership said that the idler pulley had failed.

- Manassas, VA, USA