What was the problem with my 2006 Nissan Sentra?

What was the problem with my 2006 Nissan Sentra?

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine control unit needed to be replaced.

What kind of oil does a 2006 Nissan Sentra use?

This specific 2006 Nissan Sentra SE-R spec-V as well as the 2006 Nissan Altima both use the same qr25de engines witch these engines are highly prone to excessive oil consumption at rapid rates. My vehicle has gotten to the point where it comsumes a qt of oil every 150 miles or so.

Is there a Takata recall on my Sentra?

Takata recall, vehicle has been burning through a lot of motor oil and the other day I noticed smoke coming out of the motor and I’m going through about 3 quarts of motor oil in one week I am afraid that the motor may catch on fire.

What is the VIN number on a Nissan Sentra?

The contact was made aware of NHTSA campaign number: 07V527000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. This is in reference to Nissan service bulletin ntb05-052A.

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine control unit needed to be replaced.

When does the Check Engine light come on in a Nissan Sentra?

Intermittent Check Engine Light: If the check engine light on your 2006 Sentra is intermittent, try to take note of the conditions when this happens. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds?

This specific 2006 Nissan Sentra SE-R spec-V as well as the 2006 Nissan Altima both use the same qr25de engines witch these engines are highly prone to excessive oil consumption at rapid rates. My vehicle has gotten to the point where it comsumes a qt of oil every 150 miles or so.

The contact was made aware of NHTSA campaign number: 07V527000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000. This is in reference to Nissan service bulletin ntb05-052A.

When did the Nissan Sentra come out in the US?

The Nissan Sentra is a compact car produced by automaker Nissan Motors and is generally a rebadged export version of the Japanese Nissan Sunny until 2006. The first generation of the Nissan Sentra was introduced in the United States in May 1982 as a direct replacement for the Datsun 210.

Why does my Nissan Sentra have a flashing check engine light?

A flashing check engine light is your Nissan Sentra’s way of saying “I have a serious problem, don’t ignore me”. Most of the time, that serious problem is a misfire. This flashing light should not be ignored. When your engine is misfiring, it is dumping raw fuel into the exhaust.

What causes a Nissan Sentra engine to misfire?

Keeping in mind that any engine needs air, fuel, and spark for ignition, your Nissan Sentra’s fuel system can often cause the engine to misfire. It can run too lean or rich. Alternatively, there may not be enough fuel for proper combustion, or the fuel isn’t atomizing properly.

What causes a Nissan Sentra to run rough?

Crank/Cam Sensor- When the cam or crank sensors are not being read by the ECM/PCM, it’s impossible to get the ignition timing right. If you Sentra does start at all, it’ll run rough. It could be a more serious mechanical issue, such as as bent valve, bad lifter, etc….

Intermittent Check Engine Light: If the check engine light on your 2006 Sentra is intermittent, try to take note of the conditions when this happens. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds?

What kind of car is the Nissan Sentra?

The Nissan Sentra is a car produced by Nissan since 1982, with the car originally being a subcompact classification, and was reclassified as a compact car in the model year 2000. Until the 2006 model year, the Sentra was an export version of the Nissan Sunny, but was rebadged as the Nissan Sylphy B17.

When does a Nissan Sentra need a repair?

The typical repair occurs at around 30,000 miles and has many user complaints. The 2012 Sentra had an increase in problems when compared to the previous three years, with the 2009 Sentra having very few complaints out of all model years.

Are there any problems with Nissan Sentra airbags?

The NHTSA airbags and seat belt complaints have caused 11 crashes, 1 fire, 14 injuries, 2 deaths and occur at around 87,000 miles, with workers asking that the tire pressure stays on during use, the airbag light staying on, the buttons all being flashing while driving the car, ad the seat airbags potentially deploying without warning or impact.

What should I do if my Nissan Sentra stalls?

Replaced plugs.two cam shaft sensors new battery new air intake hoses. Still have same problem. Computer code still shows crank shaft sensor. Please help I have the same crank shaft sensor problem which kills the engine.

The typical repair occurs at around 30,000 miles and has many user complaints. The 2012 Sentra had an increase in problems when compared to the previous three years, with the 2009 Sentra having very few complaints out of all model years.

Takata recall, vehicle has been burning through a lot of motor oil and the other day I noticed smoke coming out of the motor and I’m going through about 3 quarts of motor oil in one week I am afraid that the motor may catch on fire.

Why does my Nissan Sentra Jerk when I start it?

MY car started jerking when i started it and while i was driving it when i push the gas it would not jerk as bad but it seemed like it did not want to pick up speed and when i stop it acts like it wants to die. HELP!! I have already had the timimg belt changed

Is there a 2006 Nissan Sentra for sale?

There aren’t any 2006 Nissan Sentra for sale near you. Love this car! I bought this car in 07 with 19k on it. Added a Greddy Spectrum Elite catback and Falken Ziex tires. It is fun, and gets decent mileage, and handles really well.

Is there a Edmunds review of a Nissan Sentra?

Edmunds’ expert review of the Used 2006 Nissan Sentra provides the latest look at trim-level features and specs, performance, safety, and comfort. At Edmunds we drive every car we review, performing road tests and competitor comparisons to help you find your perfect car. Read the full in-depth review of the Used 2006 Sentra at Edmunds.

What was the problem with my Nissan Sentra?

I drive 500 miles a week more or less and now have 235,500 miles on it. I did have a problem with the fuel pump and crankshaft sensor about a hundred thousand miles ago. It would start the second time every time for the longest while but eventually it worsened. I replaced a starter as a result Had a garage replace the fuel pump and it was better

What kind of engine does a Nissan Sentra have?

Key Specs. of the 2006 Nissan Sentra. Base trim shown. Body Type: Sedan See similar vehicles. Combined MPG: 25-31 Combined MPG. Engine: 126-hp, 1.8-liter I-4 (regular gas) Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive. Transmission: 5-speed manual w/OD.