2024 Nissan Sentra

▲ Better than typical
2024 Nissan Sentra
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:55:23.330Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan Sentra Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2024 highlighted. 1982: 1 complaints 1982 1983: 1 complaints 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 6 complaints 1987: 38 complaints 1988: 38 complaints 1988 1989: 42 complaints 1990: 39 complaints 1991: 64 complaints 1992: 64 complaints 1993: 58 complaints 1994: 103 complaints 1994 1995: 118 complaints 1996: 141 complaints 1997: 108 complaints 1998: 58 complaints 1999: 59 complaints 2000: 171 complaints 2000 2001: 236 complaints 2002: 318 complaints 2003: 180 complaints 2004: 197 complaints 2005: 170 complaints 2006: 116 complaints 2006 2007: 154 complaints 2008: 167 complaints 2009: 55 complaints 2010: 144 complaints 2011: 142 complaints 2012: 180 complaints 2012 2013: 638 complaints 2014: 380 complaints 2015: 351 complaints 2016: 269 complaints 2017: 230 complaints 2018: 184 complaints 2018 2019: 221 complaints 2020: 204 complaints 2021: 131 complaints 2022: 81 complaints 2023: 19 complaints 2024: 38 complaints 2024 2025: 30 complaints 2026: 15 complaints 2026
2024: 38 complaints
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YearComplaints
19821
19831
19843
19856
19866
198738
198838
198942
199039
199164
199264
199358
1994103
1995118
1996141
1997108
199858
199959
2000171
2001236
2002318
2003180
2004197
2005170
2006116
2007154
2008167
200955
2010144
2011142
2012180
2013638
2014380
2015351
2016269
2017230
2018184
2019221
2020204
2021131
202281
202319
202438
202530
202615

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

STEERING 29%

29% of complaints: steering — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing column.

CRASH INJURY
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I was turning into a parking spot at a store when I tried to break the vehicle accelerated, then was forced into the wall and the vehicle, then went backwards, losing control, and continue to accelerate. The only way I was able to stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260911

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES

POWER TRAIN 24%

24% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing driveshaft.

CRASH
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The front left axle was replaced twice and the right axle replaced twice. Both have broken consistently. They were replaced by Nissan Dealer all times. My safety was put at risk by having to drive the vehicle with broken axles.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260808

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 21%

21% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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I had this car for seven months and in June 13,2024 car failed and caused accident.Prior to the accident the car was shutting off in traffic .Then June 13,2024 caused accident when going to work Car lost control due to computer issues.My vehicle...

NHTSA ODI report, 20241105

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES and AIR BAGS

SUSPENSION 21%

21% of complaints: suspension — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing stabilizer bar and shock absorber.

CRASH
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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 it’s coming from the driver side and I have a maintenance notification on my dashboard fan.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260809

SERVICE BRAKES 13%

13% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20240410 — air bags

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

Campaign 24V154000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240626 — power train

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Sentra vehicles.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 24V304000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240829 — visibility

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The windshield may have air bubbles on the front lower driver's side, which can obscure the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA38.

Campaign 24V498000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2024 Nissan Sentra — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 24V154000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V304000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V498000 (visibility) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2025 ▲ 1987 ▲ 1988

WORST YEARS

■ 2013 ■ 2014 ■ 2015

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Nissan Sentra reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Nissan Sentra is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Nissan Sentra?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Nissan Sentra have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.