2024 Nissan Sentra Driveshaft Recall (24V304)
Nissan North America, Inc. · 9,645 vehicles · Reported April 29, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling 9,645 2024 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The front left-side driveshaft may not be fully seated in the continuously variable transmission (CVT) assembly, or may have a loose or missing retaining clip, which can cause a transmission fluid leak and loss of drive power. An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V304 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V304000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | PMA37 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 29, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2024 Nissan Sentra |
| Units affected | 9,645 |
| Component | Power Train > Driveline > Driveshaft |
| Safety risk | An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Nissan Sentra in recall 24V304?
The front left-side driveshaft may not be fully seated in the continuously variable transmission (CVT) assembly, or may have a loose or missing retaining clip, which can cause a transmission fluid leak and loss of drive power.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Sentra vehicles. The front left-side driveshaft may not be fully seated in the continuously variable transmission (CVT) assembly, or may have a loose or missing retaining clip, which can cause a transmission fluid leak and loss of drive power.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Sentra with recall 24V304?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Sentra shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the driveshaft, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V304?
Recall 24V304 covers 9,645 vehicles: 2024 Nissan Sentra.
NHTSA lists 9,645 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Nissan | Sentra |
What is the fix for the Sentra driveshaft recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect the front left driveshaft, and if necessary, replace the driveshaft and CVT assembly, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect the front left driveshaft, and if necessary, replace the driveshaft and CVT assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA37.
When was recall 24V304 announced?
Nissan North America, Inc. reported recall 24V304 to NHTSA on April 29, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as June 26, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 29, 2024 | Nissan North America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V304000. |
| June 26, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 29 months ago. If your Sentra was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Sentra is part of recall 24V304?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V304 is open on your Sentra, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 24V304000 is open on your Sentra, it will be listed there, along with Nissan recall number PMA37. You can also ask any Nissan dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Sentra owners do about recall 24V304?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V304000 applies to your Sentra.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Nissan dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any driveshaft symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Sentra owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 8 of them about the transmission.
Since recall 24V304 was reported on April 29, 2024, owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 4 of them (50%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the transmission and were received on or after April 29, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related transmission issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 41 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 8 of them involve the transmission. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Nissan Sentra: 41 complaints in total, 8 about the transmission
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
Started having problems within first two months of purchase, bought new in April 24. Charge ports stopped working. Also reported to dealer electric burn smell. Hesitate to start/stop with push button. Feels like loses power while driving. Rpms revs unexpectedly. Almost wrecked a few times due to this.
2024 Nissan Sentra owner, TN, NHTSA complaint 11639223, filed January 28, 2025
The front passenger wheel turned out at a 45degree angle while going straight at 40mph causing loss of control and turning the car right into a curb.
2024 Nissan Sentra owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11652927, filed April 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, several warning lights and messages, including the "Check Engine" and "CVT Malfunction Service Now" were displayed on the instrument panel.
2024 Nissan Sentra owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11684812, filed September 3, 2025
Can recall 24V304 make my Sentra a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Transmission problems tend to come back. Harsh shifts, slipping, delayed engagement and sudden loss of drive power often return after a dealer reflashes software or replaces a part, and each return trip to the dealer is another repair attempt on the record.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A typical pattern: an owner reports the transmission slipping, and the dealer can't verify it. Six months later, NHTSA issues a recall for the same problem. Because the recall confirms the defect, the mileage offset goes back to that first visit.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V304
Did the recall 24V304 fix work?
Since recall 24V304 was reported on April 29, 2024, owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the transmission on these vehicles. 4 of them (50%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed June 26, 2024.
Is the 24V304000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Sentra is part of recall 24V304000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Will a transmission software update fix the problem for good?
Sometimes. Many owners report that shifting problems return after an update. If yours does, go back to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V304000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Nissan. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.