2025 Nissan Sentra Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sentra years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 30th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Nissan Sentra. That ranks 30th out of 32 Sentra model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (6 complaints, 19%). Complaints mention 6 crashes, 3 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 31owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2025 Nissan Sentra problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 19% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 5 | 16% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 13% | 9,900 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 13% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 10% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 6% | 14,125 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | 8 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | 8 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2025 Nissan Sentra recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Nissan Sentra vehicles. 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. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA68. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 30, 2026.
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. 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. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.
Visibility:windshield
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Sentra vehicles. 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. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA58. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 21, 2025.
Seats
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Sentra vehicles. 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. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA45.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
âOn XXX, I rented a 2025 Nissan Sentra SV (VIN: [XXX], Unit # XXX) from Fox Rent A Car at Las Vegas Airport under Rental Agreement # XXX. Upon conducting a post-pickup walk-around inspection, I discovered that both rear 205/60R16 tires have unsafe tread depth, with the left rear tire being…
I own a 2025 Nissan Sentra SR. Beginning around September 8, 2026, I began noticing multiple dark/brown oily fluid spots on my garage floor after parking the vehicle. The spots have appeared repeatedly and in multiple locations underneath the vehicle, indicating what appears to be an intermittent…
I own a 2025 Nissan Sentra SR. The driver's seat has abnormal movement and shifts/clicks while I am seated in the vehicle. The seat does not remain completely stationary and I can feel movement during normal use. After I became aware of a recall involving the driver's seat on certain 2025 Nissan…
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…
I went from point A to Point B. Parked in my friends driveway. Went inside . And came out to put my shoes in my trunk at 8pm . And my back windshield was completely shattered and shattering right in front of me. For no reason at all.
Other Nissan Sentra years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sentra | 18 | 1 |
| 2025 | 31 | 4 |
| 2024 Sentra | 41 | 3 |
| 2023 Sentra | 20 | 1 |
| 2022 Sentra | 81 | 2 |
| 2021 Sentra | 132 | 3 |
| 2020 Sentra | 206 | 4 |
| 2019 Sentra | 222 | 2 |
| 2018 Sentra | 185 | 2 |
| 2017 Sentra | 231 | 3 |
| 2016 Sentra | 270 | 6 |
| 2015 Sentra | 351 | 3 |
| 2014 Sentra | 380 | 5 |
| 2013 Sentra | 638 | 6 |
| 2012 Sentra | 180 | 0 |
| 2011 Sentra | 142 | 2 |
| 2010 Sentra | 144 | 3 |
| 2009 Sentra | 55 | 1 |
| 2008 Sentra | 167 | 3 |
| 2007 Sentra | 154 | 1 |
| 2006 Sentra | 116 | 5 |
| 2005 Sentra | 170 | 5 |
| 2004 Sentra | 197 | 4 |
| 2003 Sentra | 180 | 7 |
| 2002 Sentra | 304 | 10 |
| 2001 Sentra | 236 | 7 |
| 2000 Sentra | 171 | 6 |
| 1999 Sentra | 59 | 0 |
| 1998 Sentra | 58 | 1 |
| 1997 Sentra | 108 | 3 |
| 1996 Sentra | 141 | 3 |
| 1995 Sentra | 117 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Nissan Sentra?
Owners most often report unknown or other, tires, electrical system problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2025 Nissan Sentra?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2025 Nissan Sentra a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sentra model years, the 2025 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.