Nissan Sentra Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 166 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Nissan Sentra across 31 model years. The 2001 model year has the most (15). The words owners use most often: “control arm” (8% of reports).
- 166suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 10mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 33%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Control arm: mentioned in 13 of 166 complaints (8%)
- Rear tires: mentioned in 9 of 166 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 80 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 166 complaints, 10 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 5 an injury.
Nissan Sentra suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sentra | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2025 Sentra | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2024 Sentra | 8 | 20% | 33,520 |
| 2022 Sentra | 5 | 6% | 36,000 |
| 2021 Sentra | 6 | 5% | 24,000 |
| 2020 Sentra | 10 | 5% | 13,750 |
| 2019 Sentra | 4 | 2% | 151,273 |
| 2018 Sentra | 3 | 2% | 32,519 |
| 2017 Sentra | 2 | 1% | — |
| 2016 Sentra | 3 | 1% | 9,000 |
| 2015 Sentra | 5 | 1% | 25,000 |
| 2014 Sentra | 9 | 2% | 37,000 |
| 2013 Sentra | 7 | 1% | 97,284 |
| 2012 Sentra | 6 | 3% | 57,000 |
| 2011 Sentra | 1 | 1% | 88 |
| 2010 Sentra | 7 | 5% | 10,500 |
| 2009 Sentra | 5 | 9% | 12,000 |
| 2008 Sentra | 14 | 8% | 36,000 |
| 2007 Sentra | 11 | 7% | 22,500 |
| 2006 Sentra | 3 | 3% | 34,000 |
| 2005 Sentra | 3 | 2% | 21,500 |
| 2004 Sentra | 2 | 1% | 10,000 |
| 2003 Sentra | 3 | 2% | 62,000 |
| 2002 Sentra | 3 | 1% | 79,000 |
| 2001 Sentra | 15 | 6% | 17,500 |
| 2000 Sentra | 11 | 6% | 39,296 |
| 1999 Sentra | 4 | 7% | — |
| 1998 Sentra | 4 | 7% | 20,000 |
| 1997 Sentra | 3 | 3% | 100,000 |
| 1996 Sentra | 5 | 4% | — |
| 1995 Sentra | 2 | 2% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Model years: 2000, 2001
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. One or more of the three bolts used to attach each front suspension lower control arm to the body on the left and right sides may not have been properly manufactured.
Risk: The bolts could fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the lower control arm attachment bolts. Owner notification began june 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Suspension:front:springs:coil springs
Model years: 1995, 1996
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front coil springs may not have sufficient corrosion resistance in areas of the country where significant amounts of de-icing salts are applied to roads in the winter.
Risk: If a broken spring comes out of the lower seat, it could contact and puncture the tire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front coil spring.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
My vehicle previously had the tie rod issue repaired under the original recall\. However, the same problem has now returned\. I am experiencing a sharp/clunking noise when turning left while the vehicle is moving, which is very concerning because this involves the vehicleâs steering and…
Since I purchased the vehicle, I turn my steering wheel all the way to the left. It makes this clicking sound, and I can feel the clicking under me like itâs coming from the driver side and I have a maintenance notification on my dashboard fan. The clicking noise has gotten worse and made me do…
Several issues since purchasing vehicle. The front collision sensor malfunction. Came to an abrupt stop several times while on the freeway due to failed sensor. Narrowly avoided major collisions. Also, have had to replace batter every year along with brakes and tires. My suspension is awful. The…
Transmission Failure of drive train Acknowledged by Dealer Inspection by Dealer No warning signs prior to failure
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the steering was difficult to maintain as the vehicle drifted and the steering wheel was stiff. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Nissan Sentras have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 166 owner complaints about suspension for the Nissan Sentra. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Nissan Sentra suspension?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Nissan Sentra?
The most frequent phrase is “control arm”, in 13 of 166 complaints, followed by “rear tires” (9).
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