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Nissan Sentra Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 55 recall campaigns across the Nissan Sentra, 1982–2026. Owners have filed 5,953 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2013 drew the most (638) and the 2009 the fewest (55).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls55campaignsCovering 1982–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints5,953filedOwner reports across 45 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Crash tests5★overall★★★★★2025 model, latest ratedSource: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy33mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Nissan Sentra complaints by model year

5,953 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2009 · 55 complaints
  • 2021 · 132 complaints
  • 2011 · 142 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2013 · 638 complaints
  • 2014 · 380 complaints
  • 2015 · 351 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Nissan Sentra owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Electrical system 33326445382481041
Unknown or other 3738474719165666
Power train 76465410462940
Forward collision avoidance 224356039135032
Steering 146355403141020
Service brakes 224038252442621
Engine 4822209773342
Vehicle speed control 3219126671111

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Nissan Sentra recalls (55)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Sentra model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Nissan Sentra
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V410000Jun 26, 2026Incorrectly Installed Driveshaft2025—
26V145000Mar 13, 2026Insufficiently Welded Front Seat Frames/FMVSS 207, 210202693.3%
26V023000Jan 20, 2026Improperly Welded Door Strikers/FMVSS 206202569.8%
25V807000Nov 20, 2025Windshield Air Bubbles Can Obscure Visibility/FMVSS 205202584.9%
25V153000Mar 11, 2025Improperly Secured Seat Frame /FMVSS 207 & 210202593.5%
24V498000Jul 1, 2024Windshield Air Bubbles Can Obscure VIN/FMVSS 205202493.3%
24V304000Apr 29, 2024Incorrectly Installed Driveshaft202490.1%
24V154000Feb 27, 2024Inflator May Deploy Improperly2023, 202486.3%
23V628000Sep 8, 2023Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 1112020, 202169.7%
23V581000Aug 15, 2023Tie Rod May Bend2020, 2021, 202267.2%
23V421000Jun 12, 2023Improperly Sealed Driver Side Cowl Area202273.5%
22V244000Apr 13, 2022Headlight Aim May Be Misaligned/FMVSS 108202081.7%
21V461000Jun 17, 2021Tie Rods May Be Bent2020, 202187.3%
21V135000Mar 3, 2021Brake Lights May Not Illuminate2016–201960.6%
20V747000Dec 1, 2020Frontal Passenger Air Bag Inflators May Explode2002–200627.3%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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All 55 Nissan Sentra recalls by model year →

Crash-test stars by model year

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the Nissan Sentra (most-tested body style each year)
Model yearOverallFrontalSideRolloverTested as
2025★★★★★4★5★5★4 dr fwd
2024★★★★★4★5★5★4 dr fwd
2023★★★★★4★5★5★4 dr fwd
2022★★★★★4★5★5★4 fwd
2021★★★★★4★5★5★4 dr fwd
2020★★★★★4★5★5★4 dr fwd
2019★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd
2018★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd
2017★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd
2016★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd
2015★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd
2014★★★★☆4★5★4★4 dr fwd

Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy by model year

201330–33 mpg
201430–33 mpg
201530–33 mpg
201630–33 mpg
201727–32 mpg
201827–32 mpg
201927–32 mpg
202032–33 mpg
202132–33 mpg
202232–33 mpg
202332–33 mpg
202433–34 mpg
202533–34 mpg
202632–33 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Nissan Sentra report16 complaints · 1 campaigns →2025 Nissan Sentra report30 complaints · 4 campaigns →2024 Nissan Sentra report41 complaints · 3 campaigns →Every Nissan modelNissan models →

Nissan Sentra FAQ

How many recalls has the Nissan Sentra had?

NHTSA lists 55 recall campaigns that cover at least one Nissan Sentra model year from 1982 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Nissan Sentra year has the most complaints?

Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2013 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (638) and the 2009 the fewest (55). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Nissan Sentra problems?

Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, unknown or other, power train in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Nissan Sentra get?

EPA rates the 2026 Nissan Sentra at 32 to 33 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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