KnownCarProblems2025 Nissan Sentra Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 31 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Nissan Sentra, most often about the wheels and tires (26% of complaints). It is 25th of 27 Sentra model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2025 Nissan Sentra problems
Wheels and tires
8 complaints · 26%Parts named most often: sidewall.
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 19%Driver assistance
4 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: warnings, blind spot detection, automatic emergency braking.
Electrical
4 complaints · 13%The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the messages "engine stall - stop safely", "service due in 0 miles", and "system malfunction not available" were displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power and stalled. The contact stated…
Engine
4 complaints · 13%The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the âshift to parkâ message displayed, and the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact turned on the hazard lights and waited for the vehicle to cool down before…
Transmission
4 complaints · 13%Seat belts
3 complaints · 10%Visibility and wipers
3 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: glass, side/rear.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2025 Nissan Sentra recalls
Transmission: driveshaft
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Doors and locks: latch
Risk: A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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."
Visibility and wipers: windshield
Risk: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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."
Seats
Risk: An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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."
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2025 Nissan Sentra
- What are the most common problems with the 2025 Nissan Sentra?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: wheels and tires (8 complaints); other or unspecified (6 complaints); driver assistance (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 26, 2026 (transmission). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2025 a bad year for the Nissan Sentra?
- It is 25th of 27 Sentra model years by number of complaints, with 31 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.