Nissan Sentra Recall update
NEWS: Nissan Recalls 2007-2008 Sentras
ConsumerAffairs.com — July 22, 2008 — Nissan is recalling 169,202 of the 2007 and 2008 model year Sentra because the brake master cylinder might leak fluid, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
“The internal seal groove in the body of some brake master cylinders may allow for a gap in the in the groove contact areas of the seal. This may result in brake fluid slowly leading from the master cylinder into the brake booster assembly, causing the brake warning light to illuminate,” NHTSA advised.
NHTSA warned that if consumers ignore the lamp, “one of the brake circuits on the vehicle may not operate as designed increasing the risk of a crash.
Nissan dealers will inspect the braking system on the Sentra when the recall begins July 23.
If brake fluid is found to be leaking, Nissan will replace the master cylinder free of charge.
Consumer can contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
MORE RECALL INFORMATION: Nissan Sentra
NEWS: Nissan Recall Expanded to 654,000 Sentras and Altimas
Consumer Affairs — Nov 21, 2007 — Nissan Motor Co. is expanding a U.S. recall of Sentra and Altima sedans to repair a defective crankshaft sensor in 2002 and 2005 to 2006 models. The faulty sensor could cause the engine to shut off.
Nissan reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that the recall covers about 653,910 vehicles with 2.5-liter engines.
The sensor’s location may expose it to temperature changes that would interrupt signals the sensor sends to the engine control module, according to Nissan. Without those signals, the control module may shut off the engine in low-speed driving, Nissan said.
Current Rebates as of March 24, 2009
2009 Sentra 0.9% APR financing for up to 60 months for well-qualified buyers* OR $2,250 cash back** Offer ends March 31, 2009
Nissan Spices Up Sentra Lineup With 2009 Nissan Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR
FRANKLIN, Tennessee — Nissan has rolled out the 2009 Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR for value-conscious shoppers who like the looks of the uplevel Sentra SE-R and Sentra SE-R Spec V models but don’t want to spend over $20,000.
The 2009 Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR will start at $18,455, including a $695 destination charge, when it goes on sale on April 17. In comparison, the 2009 Sentra SE-R starts at $21,355, including shipping, while the top-of-the-line 2009 Sentra SE-R Spec V starts at $21,855, including shipping.
The new model adds exterior enhancements, including SE-R-style front and rear fascias, side sills and rear spoiler, a sport grille, dark chrome bezel headlights and dark smoked bezel taillights, 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels, exhaust finisher and an SR trunk lid badge. Nissan said it will be available in six exterior colors, including the limited Sentra SE-R/SE-R Spec V colors. The cabin gets a charcoal cloth interior.
The Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR has a 140-horsepower 2.0-liter DOHC inline four-cylinder engine.
“We want to offer customers a range of choices within the lineup so they can find the perfect level of equipment, sportiness and performance to fit their needs and budgets,” said Al Castignetti, Nissan Division vice president and general manager.
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