Investigation SQ99018: 1994–1996 Nissan Sentra

Status

OPEN

Opened

Jun 17, 1999

Closed

—

Model years

1994–1996

Subject

Corrision fatigue of front coil springs

Component: Suspension

Summary

Nissan is conducting a safety recall in canada of 11,100 1994 through 1996 sentra 2 door models in which the front coil springs are fracturing from corrosion fatigue.nissan reported that the failures occur from a loss of the protective paint coating on the springs and exposure to heavy road salt.corrosion can cause pits to form on the spring surface, which can result in fatigue failure of the spring.a broken spring couldpuncture the affected tire, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control.the canadian recall number for this is 99-069, dated april 28, 1999.the purpose of this sq is to determine whether the defect identified in the canadian safety recall should be conducted in the u.s. As a safety recall.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1996 Nissan Sentra141 complaints
• 1995 Nissan Sentra117 complaints
• 1994 Nissan Sentra99 complaints