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2003 Nissan Sentra repairs by problem area
Engine (59%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (0%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
Chart based on 56 repairs.
2003 Nissan Sentra electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (86%)
< $100 (14%)
Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2003 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 149000 mi US $175 |
Alternator began making a loud noise, while components inside were glowing red-hot and billowing smoke (but still charging the battery). Left car in parking lot at work overnight. Replaced alternator myself next morning, took 10 minutes. |
| 103000 mi US $185 |
The alternator went bad. Wasn't charging system causing misfire and no starts. Replaced everything is fine now. |
| 85000 mi US $250 |
Alternator started to fail due to a bad diode. Replaced alternator and all was fine. |
2003 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 100100 mi $100 |
One hose was leaking, so had to change it and recharge A/C |
2003 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 6200 mi | Heater box foam filter lining replaced. |
| 48670 mi C $420 |
Replaced failed Alternator |
| 52080 mi C $120 |
Alternator failed again, left stranded. Dealer would only over cost of failed part, not labour. They just repalced it 5 months earlier and won't stand behind their product. $75 tow, $45 (own mechanic labour). |
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