2009 Nissan Sentra
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Airbags & Restraints
Airbags & Restraints leads by volume: 16 of 55 complaints (29%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Brakes include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 167 in 2008 to 55 in 2009.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | vs. 2009 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,250–3,250 | 2,250–3,250 | 2,150–3,250 | 2,150–3,250 | 2,150–3,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 24–28 | 24–28 | 24–29 | 24–29 | 24–29 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21–25 / 29–33 | 21–25 / 29–33 | 21–26 / 29–34 | 21–26 / 28–34 | 21–26 / 28–34 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 317–370 | 317–370 | 306–370 | 306–370 | 306–370 | |
| Complaints filed | 154 | 167 | 55 | 144 | 142 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 21 | 20 | 9 | 11 | 19 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 10 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 6 | |
| Injuries reported | 30 | 17 | 11 | 8 | 14 | |
| Deaths reported | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Nissan Sentra have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Nissan Sentra?
Airbags & Restraints: 16 of 55 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Nissan Sentra get?
EPA rates it 24–29 MPG combined across 5 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Nissan Sentra?
EPA estimates $2,150–$3,250 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg | 30 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,400 | 342 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 21 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 24 mpg (low) | $3,250 (high) | 370 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 25 mpg | 33 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,250 | 317 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg | 31 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 329 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 26 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | $2,150 (low) | 306 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Brakes | 10 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 11 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 16 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 8 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) · Campaign 10V401000 · Sep 10, 2010
Defect: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
Consequence: OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.