How many recalls does the 2002 NISSAN SENTRA have?

The 2002 NISSAN SENTRA has 6 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2002 NISSAN SENTRA?

The most recent recall was issued on December 2, 2020 and relates to the airbag system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 2002 NISSAN SENTRA?

Yes, there are 3 high-risk recalls for the 2002 NISSAN SENTRA involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 2002 NISSAN SENTRA affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 3 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

2002 NISSAN SENTRA Recalls Canada & USA

2002 NISSAN SENTRA Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2002 Nissan Sentra has 6 recalls, the most serious involving the passenger airbag inflator, which can rupture in a crash and send metal fragments into the cabin, posing a risk of serious injury or death. The airbag concern is especially notable because prior inspection attempts on some vehicles did not result in inflator replacement, meaning the defective part may still be present even if the vehicle was previously brought in for service. On vehicles with the 2.5-liter engine, two separate fire risks exist: the exhaust pipe hanger can trap road debris and ignite it against the catalytic converter, and certain engine conditions can overheat the pre-catalyst and damage the converter substrate, either of which can start a fire under the vehicle. There is also a concern with Nissan-approved factory or dealer-installed floor mats on the driver's side, where the mat can shift and catch the accelerator pedal, preventing it from returning to idle. Separately, on 2.5-liter models, a faulty crank angle sensor can cause the engine to stall and cut power unexpectedly.

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Transport CanadaCritical

December 2, 2020

2002 NISSAN SENTRATransport Canada Recall #2020590

AIRBAG

Defect

This recall is for certain vehicles that had an airbag inflator inspection as a part of Transport Canada Recall No. 2015-210, but the airbag inflator was not replaced. This recall will re-inspect the airbag inflator and provides a replacement of the inflator, if needed. Long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, may eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger-front airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. If the airbag inflator ruptures, fragments could be propelled toward vehicle occupants or cause damage to the airbag assembly, preventing its proper function.

Safety Risk

If the vehicle is involved in a crash requiring an airbag deployment, the airbag inflator could rupture and create a risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners will be notified by mail and instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to replace the passenger-front airbag inflator. Note: The Canadian climate results in the propellant degrading slowly. This recall is being conducted as a precaution to address future risk. It is expected that all airbag inflators will be replaced before their function would be affected.

656 vehicles affectedMfr ref: PM964

NHTSA (USA)CriticalAlso recalled in Canada

March 11, 2003

2002 NISSAN SENTRANHTSA Campaign #03V084000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

Defect

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.5 LITER ENGINE, THE EXHAUST PIPE HANGER PIN MAY CATCH DEBRIS FROM THE ROAD THAT COULD BE IGNITED BY CONTACT WITH THE MAIN CATALYST. ALSO ON 2002 ALTIMA AND SENTRA VEHICLES, CERTAIN ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS MAY CAUSE THE PRE-CATALYST TO OVERHEAT AND DAMAGE THE CATALYST SUBSTRATE.

Safety Risk

EITHER OF THESE TWO CONDITIONS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE PROTRUDING PORTION OF THE EXHAUST PIPE HANGER PIN. IN ADDITION TO THE CORRECTIVE ACTION, IN ORDER TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE IN THE EVENT OF POOR OR IMPROPER MAINTENANCE THAT COULD RESULT IN OIL SPILLAGE, HEAT SHIELD(S) WILL BE INSTALLED ON THE PRE-CATALYST AND EXHAUST TUBE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261. NISSAN RECALL NOS. R3007, R3014, R3015, R3016, R3017. ALSO ON 2002 ALTIMA AND SENTRA VEHICLES, CERTAIN ENGINE OPERATING CONDITIONS MAY CAUSE THE PRE-CATALYST TO OVERHEAT AND DAMAGE THE CATALYST SUBSTRATE. IF SUBSTRATE PARTICLES ENTER THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER, THEY COULD SCORE THE CYLINDER WALLS, RESULTING IN INCREASED OIL CONSUMPTION. IF THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS NOT CHECKED ON A PERIODIC BASIS AND DROPS BELOW THE LOW LEVEL, AND THE DRIVER CONTINUES TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE IGNORING NOTICEABLE ENGINE NOISE, ENGINE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. THE PRE-CATALYST WILL BE TESTED TO ENSURE IT IS WORKING PROPERLY AND REPLACED IF NECESSARY. IF DAMAGE IS FOUND INSIDE THE PRE-CATALYST, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE ENGINE.

2002 NISSAN SENTRA Recalls — Canada & USA

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