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1993 Nissan Sentra Reliability Rating
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Engine
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Fuel Pump, and a periodic problem is failure of the Air Flow Meter. Failure of the Fuel Pump may prevent the vehicle from starting. The cost to repair the Fuel Pump is estimated at $158.07 for parts and $65.00 for labor. The cost to repair the Air Flow Meter is estimated at $397.14 for parts and $39.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Governor. Failure of the Governor applies to non-electronic shift Transmission only. The cost to repair the Governor is estimated at $158.00 for parts and $45.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
An occasional problem on this vehicle is failure of the Blower Motor Resistor, and a periodic problem is failure of the ECU to ground the Air Conditioning (A/C) Relay. The cost to repair the Blower Motor Resistor is estimated at $18.33 for parts and $32.50 for labor.The cost to repair the ECU is estimated at $693.58 for parts and $32.50 for laborThis vehicle was originally charged with R-12 refrigerant which is no longer being manufactured. The refrigerant is still available, but it is very expensive ($25.00-$50.00 per pound, 2-5 pounds per vehicle). Conversion to the new R-134A refrigerant may be possible; however, Nissan has not released any information on retrofitting at this time.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
When considering this vehicle for purchase, be sure to check the following:
ECU
Fuel Pump
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