1992 Nissan Sentra
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 62 |
| 1993 | 58 |
| 1994 | 99 |
| 1995 | 117 |
| 1996 | 141 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 58 |
| 1999 | 59 |
| 2000 | 171 |
| 2001 | 235 |
| 2002 | 304 |
| 2003 | 180 |
| 2004 | 197 |
| 2005 | 170 |
| 2006 | 116 |
| 2007 | 154 |
| 2008 | 167 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 144 |
| 2011 | 141 |
| 2012 | 180 |
| 2013 | 638 |
| 2014 | 380 |
| 2015 | 347 |
| 2016 | 266 |
| 2017 | 228 |
| 2018 | 183 |
| 2019 | 219 |
| 2020 | 203 |
| 2021 | 127 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 30 |
| 2025 | 25 |
| 2026 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
11% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file.
FIRE8% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, UNKNOWN ORIGIN. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950424
WHILE PUMPING GAS, VEHICLE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE, FIRE DEPT. SUSPECT ELECTRICAL SHORT AS CULPRIT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950421
6% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: seat belts — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
STALLING
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Nissan Sentra — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (4 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1992 Nissan Sentra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Nissan Sentra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Nissan Sentra?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Nissan Sentra have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.