2002 Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2002

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2002 Nissan Sentra repairs by problem area

Engine (51%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (1%)

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2002 Nissan Sentra suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (38%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (13%)

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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.

2002 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

123000 mi

US $1200
Installed new shocks and springs due to wear beyond their useful life. Car was not taking bumps as well as it used to. 
123000 mi

US $500
Replaced rack and pinion due to leaks,  Replaced sway bar links due to wear, and upgraded sway bars and brake lines. 
184140 mi

C $900
Power Steering System Leak, High Pressure, Low Pressure to Reservoir and Cooling Coil All Replaced 
196420 mi

C $316
Struts worn out, 316000kms on them, original to car 

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2002 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

165-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

121520 mi

C $360
Replaced worn out front and rear struts 

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2002 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

99300 mi

US $612
rack & pinion needed to be replaced; leaking; periodically lost "power" in power steering. 
116000 mi

US $140
tie rod boots torn 

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2002 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

277760 mi failing suspension (undrivable on highway, because front too shaky) 

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2002 Nissan Sentra Suspension Problems

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