NHTSA Data Explorer

Nissan Sentra

Data refreshed July 24, 2026

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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

2,354

Performance issue

1,099

Reporting mechanism

1,083

Engine behavior

1,048

Condition issue

1,014

Safety restraint issue

907

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

880

Vibration/harshness

660

Noise

592

Braking behavior

489

Safety restraint behavior

462

Driver assistance issue

349

Starting behavior

320

Fluid issue

220

Thermal issue

220

Access/entry issue

193

Steering behavior

167

Electrical issue

162

Powering on/off behavior

134

Lighting behavior

107

Ride/handling behavior

95

Infotainment behavior

80

Smell

65

HVAC behavior

63

Recent change

63

Wiper/washer behavior

43

Communication/network issue

14

Electrified system issue

3

Charging behavior

1

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


Crash

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…

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Updated July 24, 2026. Refreshed nightly.