Reliability
Nissan

Sentra (2025)

2025 · Compact Sedan · 1 engine
30 NHTSA Complaints
4 Recalls
0 Fire Reports
6 Crash Reports
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Reliability Score

Not rated

Owners filed 2 powertrain complaints. That is too few vehicles, or too few years on the road, to compare with similar vehicles.

On the record

No serious powertrain recall covering 5% or more of this generation and no escalated investigation in NHTSA's files. Warranty extensions and settlements have not been researched.

Complaints by Engine Code

Nissan Sentra Unidentified Engine

30 complaints 30.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

wheels tires
7
safety systems
6
other
5
interior
4
transmission
4

Owner Complaints by System

Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Nissan Sentra, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.

Wheels & Tires: 7 owner complaints
Safety Systems: 6 owner complaints

Recalls (4)

26V410000Jun 26, 2026serious
Powertrain

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.

26V023000Jan 21, 2026serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

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."

25V807000Nov 21, 2025serious
Visibility

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."

25V153000Mar 11, 2025serious
Seats

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."

NHTSA Safety Ratings About NHTSA ratings

Overall ★★★★★ 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
5/5 (9.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2025-2025 Nissan Sentra complaints?

Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025-2025 Nissan Sentra. The systems they name most often are the wheels and tires, the safety systems and the interior.

Is the 2025-2025 Nissan Sentra a good used car?

That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025-2025 Nissan Sentra. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2025-2025 Nissan Sentra have?

NHTSA has 30 owner complaints on file for the 2025-2025 Nissan Sentra as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.

What recalls affect the 2025-2025 Nissan Sentra?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls covering some 2025-2025 Nissan Sentra vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.

What should I check before buying a used Nissan Sentra?

Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the wheels and tires, the safety systems and the interior, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.

What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Sentra?

The 2025 Nissan Sentra received an overall 5-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 4 stars. Side crash: 5 stars. Rollover: 5 stars (9.9% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Standard. Lane Departure Warning: Standard. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 30 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-10-12.

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