10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
32,695 miles

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problem #13

Aug 112019

Sentra

  • 41,864 miles
When the combination switch is used to actuate the windshield washer, the fluid continues to spray after it is released. Only pulling the switch down, and back up, will cause it to stop. This happens regardless of whether the vehicle is parked, or in motion. Occasionally the washers will spray upon starting the vehicle, only stopping with manipulation of the combination switch.

- Kinston, NC, USA

problem #12

May 132019

Sentra

  • 75,000 miles
Model 2016 already needs the transmission replaced. Happens often - the dealers even stock it. Will only guarantee the work for one year, as this is a known issue with several class action lawsuits. Car stalls constantly, high and low speeds and must be pushed off the road. Had to tow it to the dealer.

- Waunakee, WI, USA

problem #11

Apr 112019

Sentra

  • 70,000 miles
I was driving when my car which is a push to start completely stopped. I try to restart it but couldn't. I looked underneath the hood and the battery was on fire.

- Moreno Valley, CA, USA

problem #10

Feb 252019

Sentra

  • 37,458 miles
There's a yellow dashboard light and a red airbag warning light that stays on constantly when operating the vehicle. The lights stay on when there's an adult in the seat, too. Nissan says it's a sign of a faulty OCS and sensors. I just found there was a recall for this and I'm not sure the 1st owners had it checked and fixed. I'm a 2nd owner. Either way, it's a safety issue and extremely important. Similar recall was April 26, 2016 | recall 16V244000.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

problem #9

Dec 132018

Sentra

  • 30,000 miles
On my radio, it also has gps & backup camera at least once a week it turns off while I am driving then a few minutes later it turns back on and the radio goes full blast. I am assuming this is an electrical issue. It did it again 12/13/18. I am worried that the electrical for the whole car is going to shut off.

- Kingsford, MI, USA

problem #8

Nov 272018

Sentra

  • 35,000 miles
When I get in my car and push the start button everything shuts off locking me inside the vehicle and I can not get out!! luckily I could release the hood if I have someone to let me out. It happened on Tuesday November 27 at 10pm in 20 degree weather. I had a panic attack trying to go from the front seat to back and back to front. I pressed my head so hard against the ceiling that I immediately got a migraine and threw up. Three days later I still have a migraine and throwing up. Should the car lock up like that when losing power.

- Columbus, OH, USA

problem #7

Nov 202017

Sentra

  • miles
My vehicle jerks and makes noise when shifting in gears. The transmission slips and car performance is not like it suppose to do. I have read recalls on the Nissan Sentra and my vehicle is experiencing the issues that are found on other vehicles.

- Forest Park, GA, USA

problem #6

Oct 042018

Sentra

  • 55,000 miles
I purchased my car in 2016 with only 10 miles on it from me driving off with it. I've replaced the battery twice. Ive had my transmission replaced which they didn't want to replace due to low noises it made if I drove over 10 mph. They refused to fix my car for three months because the check engine light wouldn't cut on from the noises it made. Now my car cranks but doesn't start. All maintenance is up to date and my car has 55,000 even today! the battery is now and charged. All cables are tight. I have to get it towed to Nissan to have it inspected.

- Alpharetta, GA, USA

problem #5

Aug 122018

Sentra

  • 60,820 miles
2016 Nissan Sentra sr (current mileage est. 60,000 miles) the ignition issue on my vehicle has started around 20,000 miles. Normally, the vehicle is in motion on a highway during my commute to and from work (which is 60 miles a day), the slip traction light stays on for days regardless of weather conditions. During this time the acceleration of my vehicle is stalling. A jerking motion as I press the accelerator. A repair was initiated but no to avail, the acceleration is still stalling. There is a fault in the electronic stability system. When the car is stationary, the brake switch acts up and the car can't turn on. The brake gets stiff and I'm unable to turn on the vehicle for 10 -30 minutes. Pushing the ignition button alone, the car will light up and the radio will turn on therefore there is no issue with the battery. The brake switch has been replaced twice in two consecutive months. Currently this issue is occurring with a new brake switch in my vehicle. Also, if my car is parked after an hour or so, I have difficulty turning on the car, brake pedal gets hard and I wait once again until the pedal unlocks. At the gas station, I turned off my vehicle to fill up my tank, five minutes later I'm unable to turn my vehicle on, again brake pedal is hard. All oil changes and recommended maintenance has been performed on my vehicle.

- Hialeah, FL, USA

problem #4

Jul 202018

Sentra

  • 47,000 miles
Assuming this may be an electrical problem I could not start it has plenty of voltage. Manufactureddefect of March 11th for same model only one month shy of the recall from April 11th are you sure this manufacture date doesn't have a recall as other built one month later?lve only had for 2 months and I'm already having an issue. Bought from hertz car sales in roseville, can. Not starting all the time just getting a click so ruling out the starter not happy

- North Highlands, CA, USA

problem #3

Jun 122017

Sentra

  • 15,000 miles
While braking the air conditioning shuts off. The dealer say they have "fixed" the problem twice and then on my 3rd attempt to have it fixed they informed me it is a "normal working condition" they then told me I was to be removed from their survey list because of a potentially bad review and then was told I couldn't bring the car back for this issue anymore.

- Mesa, AZ, USA

problem #2

Feb 092018

Sentra

  • 70,000 miles
Purchased from Nissan of newnan, in October of 2016 Sentra - while driving the car it started hesitating before picking up any speed from a stopped position, while trying to accelerate, then check engine light came on, pulled over to read the manual and it stated to check the gas cap, it was not on tight so I removed it a placed it back, the check engine light went off. The next day while driving on the highway, when pressing on the gas pedal the engine would rev up but the car starting jerking before gaining to 40 miles per hour, the rmp gauge would zip up to 4 go back to 2 before moving to a higher speed. When the car was parked and turned off, once I started it back up the car would shift into drive, but the car would not move. Had to have it towed to the dealership, the diagnosis was dealing with something electrical and the transmission. Less than 2 years old and less than 100,000 miles. I owned older model for 5 years, over 200,000 miles before I had any problems from the engine or transmission.

- Stone Mountain, GA, USA

problem #1

Nov 262017

Sentra

  • 12,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. While driving 40 mph, the engine shut off and the vehicle became inoperable. The engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a Nissan dealer (teddy Nissan, 3660 boston rd, bronx, NY 10469 (877) 607-3537) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 12,000.

- Bronx, NY, USA