P0101 on NISSAN SENTRA — Mass or Volume Air Flow Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance

Q: "What does P0101 mean on a NISSAN SENTRA?"

"P0101 indicates: Mass or Volume Air Flow Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance. This is a fuel and air metering code. 17 NISSAN SENTRA owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0101 on NISSAN SENTRA?"

"Based on 17 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Engine, Unknown Or Other. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0101 serious on my NISSAN SENTRA?"

"Of 17 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN SENTRA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my NISSAN SENTRA shows P0101?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0101 Means on Your NISSAN SENTRA

P0101 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Mass or Volume Air Flow Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance. This code relates to the fuel and air metering system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

17 NISSAN SENTRA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2011-2016. Most reports come from the 2015, 2014 model years.

Real NISSAN SENTRA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Purchased the vehicle in june 2016, service engine light came on in october (approximately 60,000-70,000 miles) when temp dropped below 55 degrees. took it to a mechanic, code read p0101. find nissan has posted a bulletin on this.followed all guidelines. he cleaned the maf sensor. light went off."

— 2011 NISSAN SENTRA owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES · Filed 03/04/2020

"It is ridiculous that so many people with the same car have had the same exact problem and no investigation or action has been done by the nhtsa yet."

— 2011 NISSAN SENTRA owner · POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · Filed 03/28/2019

"While driving to work headed towards the altamont pass on highway 580 west.just past grant line rd at 6:15 a.m. on 03/17/2015, my car started to hesitate, then immediately lost all power with no prior warning to be able to pull over. i was stranded in the second lane over from the fast lane."

— 2011 NISSAN SENTRA owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · Filed 03/17/2015

"Code P0101 came on, service Bulletin from NHTSA.gov was done. Car came back worst. Engine stalled in the middle of the street. It wouldn’t turn on, we had to push it to get it out of the street. Car will accelerate on its own when turn on."

— 2013 NISSAN SENTRA owner · POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE · Filed 10/16/2023

""mass air flow sensor recall" and components there of or intake fuel/performance reductors...check engine code p0101. while running the vehicle looses power and struggles to go faster entering freeways or up hills also have to use more gas lately. check engine light lit up..."

— 2013 NISSAN SENTRA owner · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE · Filed 01/15/2019

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

3

'11

2

'13

5

'14

6

'15

1

'16

Common Causes on NISSAN SENTRA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 17.6%

ENGINE 11.8%

UNKNOWN or OTHER 11.8%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES 5.9%

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 5.9%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0101 mean on a NISSAN SENTRA? ▾

P0101 indicates: Mass or Volume Air Flow Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance. This is a fuel and air metering code. 17 NISSAN SENTRA owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0101 on NISSAN SENTRA? ▾

Based on 17 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Engine, Unknown Or Other. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0101 serious on my NISSAN SENTRA? ▾

Of 17 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN SENTRA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my NISSAN SENTRA shows P0101? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.