1994 Nissan Sentra
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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: seat belts — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: seat belts — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY7% of complaints: seat belts — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
BRAKES FAILED, RESULTING IN ACCIDENT. *SKD
NHTSA ODI report, 19950323
6% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER WAS SLOWLY PULLING UP TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT. WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKES VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ROLL, AND COLLIDED WITH THE REAR END OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER SUSTAINED CHEST, LEG, AND NECK INJURIES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040305
HAD A FRONTAL COLLISION, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950517
DURING HEAD ON IMPACT, DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950328
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
CORRISION FATIGUE OF FRONT COIL SPRINGS
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 Nissan Sentra — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (7 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1994 Nissan Sentra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Nissan Sentra is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Nissan Sentra?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 11% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 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.