Worst 1986 Nissan Sentra Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical System:Ignition
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Fuel Pump
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1986 Nissan Sentra.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System:Ignition | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Webbing | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Rack And Pinion | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 | — | — | — |
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1986 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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