Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2017 Nissan Sentra. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Brake Lights May Not Illuminate
- Summary
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The brake light switch may become contaminated, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake lights from illuminating.
- Consequence
- The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.
Ignition Switch may Turn Off
- Summary
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Front Passenger Air Bag may Deploy Improperly
- Summary
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 LEAF and 2014, 2016 and 2017 Sentra vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error within the air bag inflators, the passenger frontal air bag may not properly deploy in the event of a crash.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag doesn't deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury to passengers.
- Remedy
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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Owner complaints (230)
230 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 76 | 33% |
| Engine | 48 | 20.9% |
| Unknown or other | 37 | 16.1% |
| Electrical system | 33 | 14.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 32 | 13.9% |
| Air bags | 26 | 11.3% |
| Service brakes | 22 | 9.6% |
| Exterior lighting | 15 | 6.5% |
| Steering | 14 | 6.1% |
| Structure | 9 | 3.9% |
How 2017 compares with other Sentra years
Best and worst Sentra years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 638 | 6 |
| 2014 | 380 | 5 |
| 2015 | 351 | 3 |
| 2016 | 270 | 6 |
| 2017 | 230 | 3 |
| 2018 | 185 | 2 |
| 2019 | 222 | 2 |
| 2020 | 206 | 4 |
| 2021 | 132 | 3 |
| 2022 | 81 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2017 Nissan Sentra 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 32 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,100
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 278 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 32 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 37 / 32 | $2,100 | 278 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 35 / 30 | $2,250 | 298 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · AV-S7 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 33 / 29 | $2,850 | 307 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 32 / 28 | $2,950 | 318 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 31 / 27 | $3,050 | 330 |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl · AV-S7 CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 30 / 27 | $3,050 | 330 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2017 Sentra for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2017 Nissan Sentra FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan Sentra have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 21V135000 (brake), 18V551000 (electrical), 17V253000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Nissan Sentra problems?
Owners filed 230 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (76), Engine (48), Unknown or other (37) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2017 Nissan Sentra get?
EPA rates the 1.8 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 29 city, 37 highway and 32 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2017 Nissan Sentra get?
NHTSA rated the 2017 Nissan Sentra 4 dr fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (11.8% rollover risk).
How does the 2017 Sentra compare with other years?
Among the 2013–2021 Nissan Sentra model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (132) and the 2013 the most (638). The 2017 drew 230. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
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.