Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1995 Nissan Sentra. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗NISSAN/FRONT COIL SPRINGS
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS MAY NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT CORROSION RESISTANCE IN AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHERE SIGNIFICANT AMOUNTS OF DE-ICING SALTS ARE APPLIED TO ROADS IN THE WINTER.
- Consequence
- IF A BROKEN SPRING COMES OUT OF THE LOWER SEAT, IT COULD CONTACT AND PUNCTURE THE TIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT COIL SPRING.
NISSAN/WINDSHIELD WIPER
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. WATER CAN ENTER AND DISPLACE THE GREASE IN THE WIPER ARM LINKAGE BALL JOINT WHERE THE WIPER LINKAGE ATTACHES TO THE WIPER MOTOR LINKAGE.
- Consequence
- THIS CAN RESULT IN GRADUAL WEAR OVER A PERIOD OF TIME INSIDE THE JOINT THAT COULD LEAD TO THE SEPARATION OF THE WIPER LINKAGE ASSEMBLY FROM THE WIPER MOTOR LINKAGE AT THE BALL JOINT. A LOSS OF WINDSHIELD WIPER FUNCTION CAN RESULT IN THIS SEPARATION OCCURS.
- Remedy
- TO PREVENT GREASE FROM BEING WASHED OUT OF THE JOINT, THE DEALERS WILL MODIFY BY ADDING A WATER DIVERSION SEAL THAT WILL PREVENT WATER FROM ENTERING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINKAGE BALL JOINT AREA.
BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:ANTI-SKID SYSTEM
- Summary
- THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR WAS NOT PROPERLY PURGED OF ALL AIR DURING THE FILL AND EVACUATION PROCESS CAUSING AIR BUBBLES TO GET INTO THE BRAKE SYSTEM.
- Consequence
- THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL AND STOPPING DISTANCES.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL BLEED THE ABS HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR TO REMOVE ANY AIR BUBBLES IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM.
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Owner complaints (117)
117 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 117 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 46 | 39.3% |
| Service brakes | 25 | 21.4% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 12 | 10.3% |
| Visibility | 12 | 10.3% |
| Electrical system | 8 | 6.8% |
| Fuel system | 6 | 5.1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 5.1% |
| Power train | 4 | 3.4% |
| Equipment | 3 | 2.6% |
| Seat belts | 3 | 2.6% |
How 1995 compares with other Sentra years
Best and worst Sentra years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 63 | 2 |
| 1992 | 62 | 0 |
| 1993 | 58 | 0 |
| 1994 | 99 | 0 |
| 1995 | 117 | 3 |
| 1996 | 141 | 3 |
| 1997 | 108 | 3 |
| 1998 | 58 | 1 |
| 1999 | 59 | 0 |
| 2000 | 171 | 6 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 28 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,400
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 317 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 28 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 34 / 28 | $2,400 | 317 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1995 Sentra for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1995 Nissan Sentra FAQ
How many recalls does the 1995 Nissan Sentra have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 00V063000 (suspension), 98V093000 (visibility), 95V028000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1995 Nissan Sentra problems?
Owners filed 117 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (46), Service brakes (25), Engine and engine cooling (12) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1995 Nissan Sentra get?
EPA rates the 1.6 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 25 city, 34 highway and 28 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1995 Sentra compare with other years?
Among the 1991–2000 Nissan Sentra model years at least five years old, the 1993 drew the fewest complaints (58) and the 2000 the most (171). The 1995 drew 117. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.