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2025 Nissan Sentra problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2025 Nissan Sentra is among the quieter years of the Sentra on NHTSA's books: 42 complaints (73% below the model's median year), 4 recalls, and no open investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across tires & wheels (7), driver assistance (6), and other (5), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

42

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

9

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

9

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2025 compare to other Sentra years?

See all Sentra years to avoid →

What are the most common 2025 Nissan Sentra problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels717%
Driver Assistance614%
Other512%
Engine410%
Electrical System37%
Seat Belts37%
Transmission37%
Visibility & Wipers25%
Brakes25%
Body & Structure25%
Airbags12%
Suspension12%
Speed Control12%
Fuel System12%
Steering12%

Does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V410000TransmissionJune 26, 2026 · 946 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a driveshaft that is not fully engaged can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the front left driveshaft, and if necessary, replace the driveshaft and CVT assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA68. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 30, 2026.

26V023000Latches & LocksJanuary 20, 2026 · 26,432 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.

25V807000Visibility & WipersNovember 20, 2025 · 41,797 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA58. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 21, 2025.

25V153000SeatsMarch 11, 2025 · 199 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's side lower seat frame assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA45.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

I was driving down the interstate, not a lot of people around me and my tire blew about spun out, but I was able to pull over. The cops came to help out when I was looking at the wheel. The whole rim is completely cracked and shot in half and didn’t hit anything

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · September 29, 2025 · crash

The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space at 4 MPH, the rear cross-traffic alert failed to activate, causing the vehicle to crash into a 3-foot cement pole. There were no warning lights illuminated and no chime. The dealer was not…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · June 9, 2026 · crash

My Nissan Sentra experienced unintended forward movement while Reverse was selected. After restarting the vehicle and shifting back into Park and then Reverse, the vehicle moved forward instead of backward, and the brake behavior became abnormal. This caused a minor collision. The condition has…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 26, 2026 · crash

I purchased a certified pre-owned 2025 Nissan Sentra SV from a local dealership here in Georgia for my wife. It had 1500miles on it at time of purchase. We have had it less than a month and observed engine shutdown, and totaled power loss about five times in traffic. This is a safety concern…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 20, 2025

Only 1 week after purchasing the car new from Nissan of Clearwater, the rear seat belt alarms would trigger when someone would sit back there after they fastened their seat belt and I drove off. The other 2 seat belt alarms would sound nonstop until the back seat passenger fastened the empty seats…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · May 15, 2025

2025 Nissan Sentra — common questions

Is the 2025 Nissan Sentra reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 42 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Sentra year, with 4 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2025 Sentra problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are tires & wheels (7 complaints), driver assistance (6 complaints), other (5 complaints).

Does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Nissan Sentra. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Nissan Sentra years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sentra years to avoid are 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2002, 2019, 2017, 2020, 2001, 2018, 2012, 2003, 2000, 2004, 2008, 2005, 1996, 1995, 2006, 1994. The cleanest record among Sentra years belongs to 1983.

How safe is the 2025 Nissan Sentra?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2025 Nissan Sentra earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.