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Nissan Sentra
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Complaints
5,795
Active records
Recalls
61
Active records
TSBs
708
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
13
Injuries
505
Crashes
583
Fires
116
Top reported issues — Nissan Sentra
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Operating state
Performance issue
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Engine behavior
Condition issue
Safety restraint issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Vibration/harshness
Noise
Braking behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Driver assistance issue
Starting behavior
Fluid issue
Thermal issue
Access/entry issue
Steering behavior
Electrical issue
Powering on/off behavior
Lighting behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Infotainment behavior
Smell
HVAC behavior
Recent change
Wiper/washer behavior
Communication/network issue
Electrified system issue
Charging behavior
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2026 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 20, 2026
I purchased a brand new 2026 Nissan Sentra from McGavock Nissan Lubbock back in XXX. Not the base model but the fully loaded all bells and whistles model. At 9pm on Friday. XXX, after dark a truck carrying metal dropped some of his load. Although I tried to avoid it I did end up striking a piece of the metal while 2 hours from Lubbock. The metal sliced a tire open from the side. I went to the trunk to get the spare tire only to find the spare tire compartment was empty. I had to spend $300…
2026 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 19, 2026
Rear view back up camera very blurry and distorted since I’ve bought the car. I’ve tried changing the camera settings to clear the image clarity. I’ve checked to see if a protective film was left on from the lot, which was not. Rearview camera is not the only means to check surroundings while in reverse but it poses a safety risk when I cannot make out people clearly while walking past and certain edges from the screen on how close I’m getting even when it’s beeping to let me know. I’ve had…
2021 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 18, 2026
My 2021 Nissan Sentra has experienced multiple false Automatic Emergency Braking (phantom braking) events where the vehicle suddenly applies the brakes despite there being no vehicle, pedestrian, or obstacle in its path. This issue occurred before and after my vehicle was serviced by AutoNation Nissan Chandler on June 12, 2026. Despite recent dealership service, the problem continues to occur. The unexpected braking creates a serious safety hazard because it can cause the vehicle to slow or…
2015 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 18, 2026
I bought this item from Temu, took it to the mechanic, the mechanic said it is garbage, the condenser will explode under pressure and the compressor ECV is not working
2017 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 16, 2026
My car was legally parked on the street near my apartment, and was hit about a month ago that left my car totaled and my trunk completely crushed in, and the back seat caved in. My car was then hit a 2nd time two weeks ago, from the back, and both times, my car ricocheted and hit the car parked in front of mine. Both times. Police said first driver had to be going at least 80 to 90 mph, and would definitely killer someone if anyone was sitting in my back seat. 2nd car was going just as fast.…
2021 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 15, 2026
The scope of repair required fixing a recalled tie rod that suffered a catastrophic failure, which directly caused the vehicle’s ADAS, Advanced Emergency Braking (AEB), and collision detection systems to crash. Berman Nissan promised a legally compliant, safe repair but breached this agreement by returning an unsafe vehicle, failing to road-test the steering component (verified by identical check-in/out mileage), and intentionally scrubbing trouble codes to conceal active safety failures. Staff…
2011 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 13, 2026
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled, and the engine seized. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that several days later, while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle started as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent shop…
2019 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 11, 2026
Collision warning sound happens randomly for no reason
2015 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 10, 2026
This is for the trailer, your system couldn't recognize VIN or license plates ST 205, 75R15
2018 NISSAN SENTRA
Filed Jul 10, 2026
On Wednesday July 8, 2026 at approx 7:45 AM The powertrain system failed entirely due to a catastrophic malfunction of the Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), which completely and instantly failed with absolutely no prior dashboard warning lamps, check engine lights, or symptoms. While traveling at approximately 40 MPH on a public road, this unexpected defect caused an immediate and total loss of vehicle propulsion in active traffic, forcing following vehicles to brake…