The Verdict
Worst problem area
Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Suspension, Wheels & Tires leads by volume: 9 of 32 complaints (28%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more crash reports (4) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 41 in 2024 to 32 in 2025.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 32
- Recall campaigns
- 4
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $1,850–$1,900
- Combined MPG
- 33–34
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2025 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,900–1,950 | 1,850–1,900 | 1,850–1,900 | 1,900–1,950 | 1,900–1,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 32–33 | 33–34 | 33–34 | 32–33 | 32–33 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 28–29 / 37–39 | 30 / 38–40 | 30 / 38–40 | 29–30 / 36–38 | 29–30 / 36–38 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 268–283 | 262–270 | 262–270 | 268–278 | 268–280 | |
| Complaints filed | 20 | 41 | 32 | 19 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
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 2025 Nissan Sentra have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Nissan Sentra?
Suspension, Wheels & Tires: 9 of 32 NHTSA complaints (28%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Nissan Sentra get?
EPA rates it 33–34 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Nissan Sentra?
EPA estimates $1,850–$1,900 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 30 mpg | 40 mpg (high) | 34 mpg (high) | $1,850 (low) | 262 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 2.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Midsize Cars | 30 mpg | 38 mpg (low) | 33 mpg (low) | $1,900 (high) | 270 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 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 (4)
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- 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 were mailed August 12, 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.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- 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.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- 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.
SEATS
- 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.