repaired · 2026 Q3
Driveline: driveshaft
NewRisk. An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
2025 Nissan SentraProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 34 owner complaints about the 2025 Nissan Sentra, most often about the power train. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-153 the manufacturer reports only 93% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Nissan Sentra has problems
34 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
6Power train1 crash/fire/injury
6Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
5Tires
4Engine
4Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
3Structure
3Visibility
3Wheels
3Seat belts
1510 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 6 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 1 |
| Tires | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 3 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 15 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2025 Nissan Sentra recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Doors: latch
NewRisk. A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: windshield
NewRisk. Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Seats
Risk. An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Nissan.
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other Sentra year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Sentra median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2025 Nissan Sentra safety ratings
2025 Nissan Sentra 4 DR FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (9.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Sentra owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
first thing, vent piece sprung out at me, than the driver side door would freeze Kunes of Nissan would never fix the door they just had me bring it in to warm it up, they never did a write up on this problem. Next when I would drive down dirt roads I noticed, while filling up with fuel tank, dirt…
Steering wheel makes clicking sound when turning Steering wheel. Makes a pungent smell when vehicle is in use for a certain period of time.
The 2025 Nissan Sentra lost control in the steering wheel or driveshaft while driving down hill. The vehicle lost power lost steering and crashed. The vehicle stated "malfunction " when the crash occured. There was a leaking fluid coming from the front left underside of the vehicle after the crash…
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