1996 Nissan Sentra vs 1997 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 | 1996 Nissan Sentra | 1997 Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 141 | 108 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 44 | 46 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 43 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 105,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Sentra | Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 53 | 33 |
| Visibility | 14 | 24 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 6 |
| Power Train | 11 | 1 |
| Tires | 6 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 6 |
1996 Nissan Sentra
1997 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.