Model year guide

1999 Nissan Sentra

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Nissan Sentra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 19 on record.

1999 Nissan Sentra — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1999 Nissan Sentra at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints70
Combined26 mpg
Typical price$853

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

1999 Nissan Sentra recalls 3

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #09E025000 · 11/05/2009

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Fix: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E049000 · 24/05/2006

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 · 23/03/2006

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1999 Nissan Sentra common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

1999 Nissan Sentra MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City22 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,425

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 1999 Nissan Sentra worth?

Low
$600
Typical price
$853
High
$1,200

From 16 comparable 1999 Nissan Sentra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Nissan Sentra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,125
Fuel only$12,125
Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Nissan Sentra trims & engines on record

Trims
GXE · XE
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl

1999 Nissan Sentra vehicles on record

1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D0XC711641 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra XE3N1AB41D3XL101069 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D9XC725344 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D8XC716831 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE3N1AB41D5XL085134 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D2XC734256 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D9XC722797 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra XE3N1AB41D7XL114455 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D2XC707641 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D7XC722412 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE3N1AB41D7XL109109 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D6XC718383 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D7XC737069 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D9XC733251 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE3N1AB41D5XL107164 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D0XC715978 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D3XC710547 1999 Nissan Sentra 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE3N1AB41D0XL091911 1999 Nissan Sentra GXE1N4AB41D3XC734007

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1999 Nissan Sentra — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Nissan Sentra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1999 Nissan Sentra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Nissan Sentra?

Based on 70 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Nissan Sentra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1999 Nissan Sentra at about 26 mpg combined (22 city / 31 highway).

How much is a 1999 Nissan Sentra worth?

Comparable 1999 Nissan Sentra listings run roughly $600–$1,200, typically around $853 (from 16 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.