2002 Nissan Sentra Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 2%of 304 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 26,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the visibility of the 2002 Nissan Sentra, 2% of the 304 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 26,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Both front power window regulators failed at the exact same time on the exact same day. The car is a 2002 Nissan Sentra with only 55000 miles. I am the third person in my family to have this happen with their 2002 Nissan. I contacted Nissan and nothing was done to fix the problem, I was told that they couldnt help my situation because there was no recall on the part.”
NHTSA complaint #10154414, filed 2006-04, 55,000 miles“I own a 2002 Sentra spec v and this is my second one in 10 months that has failed to perform as it should. The current vehicle has had 1 new engine, 1 exhaust manifold, 2 window regulators, 2 new windows, three new door speakers, two shift knobs, 1 timing belt tensioner, 1 third brake light, and is in the process of getting it's third engine. Car consumes oil at a rapid rate of 2 quarts per 1200 miles. Tried an informal resolution and Nissan rejected. Dealer agrees the car should be bought back. Symptoms that I have, lead to possible engine fire and is being addressed with a recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #10021051, filed 2003-06, 7,204 miles“The consumer stated while driving, the vehicle vibrated and jumped from side to side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they determined the rack and pinion and power assist system needed to be replaced. The head gaket was leaking, the driver side window was I noperative, the oil stick was broken. Updated 02/24/06.”
NHTSA complaint #10147684, filed 2006-01, 26,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11001201Apr 30, 2024WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001194Apr 30, 2024REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001191Apr 30, 2024WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232658Feb 27, 2023REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232656Feb 27, 2023WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10192677Nov 16, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION Windshield "foreign material" that is on the surface of the glass in some cases can be cleaned off with a very particular type and grade of steel wool. * Most…
- 10017419Oct 18, 2005Front door window glass (lh or rh) improper operation.
- 10012843Feb 25, 2005Auto-dimming electrochromic (ec) mirror diagnosis.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 11% |
| 2025 | 3 | 10% |
| 2021 | 2 | 2% |
| 2020 | 4 | 2% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2017 | 2 | 1% |
| 2016 | 4 | 1% |
| 2015 | 4 | 1% |
| 2014 | 4 | 1% |
| 2013 | 6 | 1% |
| 2012 | 11 | 6% |
| 2011 | 6 | 4% |
| 2010 | 3 | 2% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 | 4 | 3% |
| 2005 | 4 | 2% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2003 | 2 | 1% |
| 2002 | 5 | 2% |
| 2001 | 4 | 2% |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 | 3 | 5% |
| 1998 | 14 | 24% |
| 1997 | 24 | 22% |
| 1996 | 15 | 11% |
| 1995 | 12 | 10% |
| 1994 | 10 | 10% |
| 1992 | 2 | 3% |
| 1991 | 2 | 3% |
| 1989 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2002 Nissan Sentra
127 complaintsElectrical system
54 complaintsAir bags
30 complaintsEngine
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 complaintsVehicle speed control
20 complaintsTires
13 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsSteering
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Nissan Sentra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology