2005 Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2005

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2005 Nissan Sentra repairs by problem area

Engine (55%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (0%)

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2005 Nissan Sentra electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Nissan Sentra

Engine not specified

133000 mi

US $100
Replaced a/c blower fan motor 

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2005 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

165-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

54000 mi Switch under brake pedal that turns on brake lights when pedal is depressed stopped working. Owner rebuilt switch themselves and repaired the problem. 
75000 mi Lights for climate control went out. Repair is not attempted. 
96800 mi

US $40
Stoplight switch replaced after brake lights and cruise control stopped working. 2nd time having this issue on this particular vehicle 
120000 mi

US $300
Starter died, had to be replaced 

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2005 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

128000 mi

US $500
replace ac control unit.  
129000 mi

US $90
Battery went bad, 4th battery in 129000 miles. Bought a new one. 

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2005 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

62700 mi

US $300
The alternator was replaced and a week later car was towed to same shop because the replaced alternator failed. 

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2005 Nissan Sentra Electrical Problems

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