Nissan Sentra Recalls (2021-2026)

What recalls does the Nissan Sentra have?

• 2025 Nissan Sentra Driveshaft Recall (26V410) Repeat recall
  June 26, 2026 · 946 vehicles · Transmission

  The front left-side driveshaft may not be fully seated in the continuously variable transmission (CVT) assembly, which can cause a transmission fluid leak and loss of drive power.

  Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a driveshaft that is not fully engaged can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the front left driveshaft, and if necessary, replace the driveshaft and CVT assembly, free of charge.

• 2026 Nissan Kicks Seat Recall (26V145) Repeat recall
  March 13, 2026 · 15 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The hook bracket of the front seat frames may be insufficiently welded, which can cause the front seat frames to become loose. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

  Risk: A loose seat may not restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge.

• 2025 Nissan Altima Door Latch Recall (26V023)
  January 20, 2026 · 26,432 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

  Risk: A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge.

• 2025 Nissan Sentra Windshield Recall (25V807) Repeat recall
  November 20, 2025 · 41,797 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."

  Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge.

• 2025 Nissan Sentra Seat Recall (25V153)
  March 11, 2025 · 199 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The driver's seat frame may not be fully secured to the outer side of the seat track. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

  Risk: An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's side lower seat frame assembly as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024 Nissan Sentra Windshield Recall (24V498)
  July 1, 2024 · 1,608 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield may have air bubbles on the front lower driver's side, which can obscure the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."

  Risk: An owner who cannot see their VIN clearly may not recognize their vehicle is involved in a safety recall, and may not have the recall remedy performed, which could increase the risk of injury, fire, or a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024 Nissan Sentra Driveshaft Recall (24V304)
  April 29, 2024 · 9,645 vehicles · Transmission

  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.

  Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the front left driveshaft, and if necessary, replace the driveshaft and CVT assembly, free of charge.

• 2024 Nissan Titan Inflator Module Recall (24V154)
  February 27, 2024 · 351 vehicles · Air Bags

  Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

  Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge.

• 2021 Nissan Altima Backup Camera Recall (23V628)
  September 8, 2023 · 153,376 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary.

• 2021-2022 Nissan Sentra Tie Rod Assembly Recall (23V581) Repeat recall
  August 15, 2023 · 236,238 vehicles · Steering

  The left and/or right tie rod may bend.

  Risk: A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration.

• 2022 Nissan Sentra Body Panel Recall (23V421)
  June 12, 2023 · 230 vehicles · Body, Doors and Seats

  The driver's side cowl area may have a missing or improper seal, which can allow water to leak inside the vehicle and corrode electrical components.

  Risk: Corrosion of the electrical components could result in failure of various electrical systems, such as loss of wiper motor function or exterior lighting, inoperative air bags, or the ability to shift into gear without applying the brake pedal. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, reseal the driver's side cowl.

• 2021 Nissan Sentra Tie Rod Assembly Recall (21V461)
  June 17, 2021 · 138,736 vehicles · Steering

  The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.

  Risk: A bent tie rod can break, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right tie rods as necessary, free of charge.

Which Sentra parts are recalled most?

Which Sentra model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my Sentra for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 12 Nissan Sentra campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Nissan dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are Sentra owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, his aunt entered the vehicle and attempted to start the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. Neither a dealer nor an independent mechanic was contacted or made aware of the failure.

2021 NISSAN Sentra owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11638343

As I was driving home on the highway, something happened with my car where I couldn't control the car. It swerved back and forth on it's own until it finally stopped and cut off on it's own. There were no messages or symptoms prior to the failure.

2021 NISSAN Sentra owner, Steering, NHTSA complaint 11636294

I brought my car in to the local dealer in Olympia WA for a routine oil change and inquired about a wobble when driving on the freeway.

2022 NISSAN Sentra owner, Steering, NHTSA complaint 11633523

Can a recall make your Sentra a lemon in California?

Owners of a Nissan Sentra often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

4 of the 12 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 2 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails 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.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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Other Nissan models with recalls

• Altima: 5 recalls
• Ariya: 4 recalls
• Armada: 3 recalls
• Frontier: 13 recalls
• GT-R: 1 recall
• Kicks: 9 recalls
• Leaf: 7 recalls
• Murano: 3 recalls
• NV200: 1 recall
• Pathfinder: 9 recalls
• Rogue: 21 recalls
• Rogue Sport: 3 recalls
• Sentra: 12 recalls
• Titan: 9 recalls
• Titan XD: 2 recalls
• Versa: 4 recalls
• Z: 2 recalls

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