2015 Nissan Sentra
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 37 |
| 1989 | 41 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 62 |
| 1993 | 58 |
| 1994 | 99 |
| 1995 | 117 |
| 1996 | 141 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 58 |
| 1999 | 59 |
| 2000 | 171 |
| 2001 | 235 |
| 2002 | 304 |
| 2003 | 180 |
| 2004 | 197 |
| 2005 | 170 |
| 2006 | 116 |
| 2007 | 154 |
| 2008 | 167 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 144 |
| 2011 | 141 |
| 2012 | 180 |
| 2013 | 638 |
| 2014 | 380 |
| 2015 | 347 |
| 2016 | 266 |
| 2017 | 228 |
| 2018 | 183 |
| 2019 | 219 |
| 2020 | 203 |
| 2021 | 127 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 30 |
| 2025 | 25 |
| 2026 | 8 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
48% of complaints: power train — 168 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
1. Front passenger side seat fails to activate the air bag once a passenger has occupied the seat, and buckled up.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240227
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 NISSAN SENTRA. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INCORRECTLY AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO VEER OFF THE ROAD INTO MULTIPLE TREES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171109
20% of complaints: engine — 68 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE14% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 47 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY13% of complaints: air bags — 44 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
1. Front passenger side seat fails to activate the air bag once a passenger has occupied the seat, and buckled up.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240227
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN CRASH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171109
APPLIED THE BRAKES TO THE FLOOR AND IT SLID ON AN INCLINED ROAD AFTER BEING IN A COMPLETE STOP, RESULTING IN REAR ENDED STRAIGHT THE FRONT VEHICLE. AIR BAGS DEPLOYED CAUSING BURNS AND SEAT BELT BRUISES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150526
7% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Nissan Rogue vehicles manufactured June 9, 2015, to June 10, 2015, and 2015 Nissan Sentra and Versa Note vehicles manufactured June 5, 2015, to June 13, 2015.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the date, lot number, and cavity code on the left front and rear door latches, and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015.
Campaign 15V453000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors.
Campaign 16V244000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Sentra vehicles manufactured June 4, 2012, to April 9, 2016.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the seat belt bracket as well as reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU), free of charge. The recall began on June 13, 2016.
Campaign 16V242000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 Nissan Sentra — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (168 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (68 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (47 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V453000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V244000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V242000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Nissan Sentra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Nissan Sentra is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Nissan Sentra?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Nissan Sentra have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.