Worst 1985 Nissan Sentra Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual
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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1985 Nissan Sentra.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Anchorage | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Retractor | 1 | — | — | — |
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1985 Nissan Sentra — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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