2003 Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2003

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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%)

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2003 Nissan Sentra suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (25%)

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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.

2003 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD

139000 mi

US $190
Rear shocks leaked oil and were weak. Shock mounting plates worn out. Both causing clunking noise over bumps. Replaced shocks, mounts, and protective boots. 
149000 mi

US $25
Passenger side outer tie rod end became very loose over the past few months. Replaced now before it broke, aligned front end. 
88000 mi

US $210
Both tie rod ends were blown. Replaced both and had an alignment performed. 

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2003 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

165-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

144000 mi

US $600
rear struts 
136000 mi

US $700
Replaced shocks and struts on all 4 corners (hadn't been replaced in the life of the car). Replaced worn discs and pads (7,000mi old, but bad spring clip caused premature wear). Replaced Front Left wheel bearing (was replaced before in 06). 

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2003 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

104780 mi

$350
Change one Shock/Strut. Others also is bad condition, but not as bad as the one further damaged by a pothole. 

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2003 Nissan Sentra 4dr Sedan

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

394000 mi

US $5
power steering leaks fluid at a slow rate. the leak may be coming from the HI PSI side of the system. 
452000 mi

US $101
The rear end felt loose. The Scott Russell link bushings wore out. 

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2003 Nissan Sentra Suspension Problems

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