2019 Nissan Sentra: A/C does not turn off when on off button is used
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2019 Sentra report: A/C does not turn off when on off button is used. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 50 miles.
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints for the 2019 Sentra in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11405338 (filed 03/29/2021): “The display screen for heat/air conditioning and airflow controls will randomly shut off. the temperature and airflow controls will still work even when the screen is off. i will have the heat set to 70 but it feels like i pressed the air conditioning button (…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11308402 (filed 02/11/2020): “The radio turns off and on by itself without the car being on. i have walked up to the car to hear it playing music. it happens randomly driving, not driving, and with no power to car. i am worried about my battery draining. also, the air conditioner display i…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Opening the A/C system requires refrigerant recovery equipment, and US EPA Section 609 certification is required to service vehicle A/C for compensation. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
- CarComplaints.com: A/C does not turn off when on off button is used (2019 Sentra)
- NHTSA complaints API, 2019 Sentra
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