Should I Buy a Nissan Sentra?

Complete buying guide for the Nissan Sentra: best years, worst years, common problems, recall history, and reliability trends across all model years.

Best Years to Buy

These Nissan Sentra model years have the fewest complaints and best reliability:

Years to Avoid

These model years have the most complaints and known issues:

Common Problems Across All Years

• Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction — 2 reports
• Steering Tie Rod Bending/Failure — 2 reports
• Brake Light Switch Malfunction — 2 reports
• Cvt Transmission Failure — 2 reports
• Front Seat Frame Insufficient Welds — 1 reports
• Backup Camera Blurry/Inoperable — 1 reports
• Engine/Electrical Malfunction — 1 reports
• Door Striker Recall (25v800000) — 1 reports
• Unsecured Driver'S Seat Frame Recall (25v801000) — 1 reports
• Windshield Visibility Recall (25v802000) — 1 reports

All Model Years