2022 Nissan Sentra Safety Report
2022 NISSAN SENTRA Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2022 Nissan Sentra
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2022 Nissan Sentra. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (75) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 1 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Steering | Compare steering issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2023 | Compare against the 2023 Nissan Sentra with 17 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Nissan Sentra before buying across this generation. |
Nissan Sentra Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Nissan Sentra years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Nissan Sentra | 17 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Nissan Sentra | 121 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2024 Nissan Sentra | 27 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Nissan Sentra | 193 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2025 Nissan Sentra | 19 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Nissan Sentra | 213 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2022 Nissan Sentra Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2022 Nissan Sentra, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Steering
16 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Nissan onlyElectrical System
9 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Nissan onlyUnknown Or Other
6 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Nissan onlyService Brakes
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Nissan onlySteering,Wheels,Unknown Or Other
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering,Wheels,Unknown Or Other issues Nissan onlyForward Collision Avoidance
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Nissan onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2022 Nissan Sentra
Reliability Score
The 2022 Nissan Sentra receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2022 Nissan Sentra
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2022 Nissan Sentra
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2022 Nissan Sentra:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tie Rod Assembly The left and/or right tie rod assembly may be defective, causing the steering to become unstable. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Cut-Off The engine may unexpectedly cut off, accompanied by shaking and the engine light turning on. |
High | Common | 10k-30k miles |
| Steering Malfunction Steering may independently steer the vehicle, leading to loss of control. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Forward Collision Avoidance The forward collision avoidance system may malfunction, potentially leading to accidents. |
Medium | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2022 Nissan Sentra:
Issues with the steering system, including tie rod assembly problems, are common.
Frequent electrical system failures, such as engine cut-off and shaking, are reported.
Service brake issues, including sudden shutdowns, are reported.
Problems with the forward collision avoidance system are common.
Recall Details for the 2022 Nissan Sentra
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2022 Nissan Sentra by NHTSA:
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.
Consequence: A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners ...
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Sentra vehicles. The driver's side cowl area may have a missing or improper seal, which can allow water to leak inside the vehicle and corrode electrical components.
Consequence: Corrosion of the electrical components could result in failure of various electrical systems, such as loss of wiper motor function or exterior lighting, inoperative air bags, or the ability to shift into gear without applying the brake pedal. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, reseal the driver's side cowl. If moisture or corrosion is found, the main harness and engine room harness will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2022 Nissan Sentra
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2022 Nissan Sentra with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
I took my Sentra to Performance Nissan located at 1345 S Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33062 and was refused service. They refused to fix the safety recall on my vehicle because of a rebuilt title. I called Nissan Of America and was told regardless of a rebuilt title a safety recall should be fixed by the dealership.
My car would cut off on me and all the lights would turn on and the engine light. It would shake then slow down and cut off. It happened to me while driving on the freeway. I was able to cut it back on before accident happened. I’d randomly try to start my car and right when I do the engine light would turn on the car would rumble nd shake really bad and cut off so I’ll have to wait like three mi...
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering independently steered the vehicle over into the next lane. The failure was a persistent failure. The contact stated that the steering wheel was independently steering the vehicle all over the road without driver input. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechan...
EGR VALVE HAD GONE OUT - WOULD NOT ALLOW CAR TO START / WHEEL BEARINGS HAD GONE OUT BEFORE RECOMMENDED TIME TO REPLACE / WHEN REPLACING WHEEL BEARINGS CVT SHAFTS WERE STRIPPED FROM MANUFACTURER - SO WAS FORCED TO CHANGE THEM ALSO / ALSO HAD TO CHANGE STRUTS / WAS TOLD BY A MECHANIC THAT THERE IS TOO FEW OF MILES ON CAR TO HAVE TO SPEND THIS MUCH MONEY ON REPAIRS.
The tie rods make a popping noise and my car keeps going out of alignment
Unknown, after buying vehicle spoke with dealership and they said all recalls had been fixed. Got an update from BMV stating there’s still an open recall on the vehicle.
The front passenger headlight started to go in and out. After a while it started to burn the connector. Also the back passenger side taillight is out too. The plugs in the car also make the speakers turn scratchy and sometimes the shifter would have some trouble going into gear. I took it to a Nissan dealership and they said that the electrical recall is vin number specifically but it’s happening ...
The CVT system is failing since 1 month ago and when I step on the accelerator i heard i weird noise
In the interior of the car on the passenger side there are water droplets. The droplet has no smell. There is no evidence of pooling water when I opened the glove compartment. I felt as far a I could behind the glove compartment for moistener, I couldn’t feel any. However I just purchased new winter floor mats. As I was vacuuming my car out I noticed the carpet was wet. I just purchased the car on...
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop at an intersection, the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the message indicating a malfunction was displayed. The check engine, ABS, and battery warning lights, and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. A Police O...
There are issues with the sensors. Specifically, the collision sensors. I have owned a 2022 Nissan Sentra for a few months now and multiple times have had the traction control malfunction warning, front collision sensor malfunction warning, and back collision sensor malfunction warning appear. In turn, this makes other safety features like the lane departure warning malfunction as well. This is a ...
I experienced a second brake booster failure within 1300 miles of the replacement. The booster should be available for inspection, but I do not have it. The dealership has it. On May 9, 2025, at 38,349 miles, my booster failed, experiencing a very loud audible boom and insulation hanging under my car. It was taken to a Nissan dealership and they verified it was something they’d never seen before...
On May 9, 2025, my car was idling in my driveway. I put my foot on the brake to leave and heard an explosion so loud it was mentioned in multiple Facebook groups and heard in at least 3 towns. There was insulation hanging from the bottom of my car. It has been towed to the Nissan dealership and they said my brake booster exploded and confirmed that they had never seen that before. I believe this i...
The contact's son owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds at night, the front headlights were independently turning off. The contact had to pull over and turn off and turn on the headlight switch several times before the lights turned on. Additionally, the contact stated that her son stated that the Forward Collision Avoidance, and the back-up sensors were als...
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the driver's side floorboard was vibrating. The contact's wife also informed the contact that the passenger's side floorboard was vibrating. The contact stated that the failure was initially occurring while driving at higher speeds, but recently, the failure also occurred while driving at slower speeds. The vehicle was...
When I turn my wheel right or left one side make a lot of noise. It’s putting me as risk or driiving and messing up my tires I got a message saying there was recall problem and I can see and hear it needs to be fixed and no haven’t been inspected and it been since last year January and no lights but messing up my tires because I had to get new ones
I brought my car in to the local dealer in Olympia WA for a routine oil change and inquired about a wobble when driving on the freeway. I was told that my 5 year tires (purchased less than 1 year ago$800 full set) needed replaced on the drivers side ($224) and that my car maybe out of alignment ($119). I inquired about the Sentra recalls and was told there aren’t any. This is concerning to me and...
Window child locks randomly locks windows in position. There's no reason for it to lock them. I've never tried to engage them on purpose since I have no children. Sometimes pushing the child lock hard several times will allow them to unlock but it may lock in that position so I really can't use 3 windows.
ONE DAY IN JANUARY THIS YEAR, I FELT A VIBRATION IN MY STEERING WHEEL. I BROUGHT MY CAR TO A TIRE SHOP FOR ALIGNMENT AND WHEEL BALANCING BUT THE PROBLEM WAS UNSOLVED. TWO WEEKS AGO WHEN I OPENED THE DMV RENEWAL FORM, I SAW THAT THERE IS A RECALL FOR MY 2022 NISSAN SENTRA. PER NHSTA RECALL NO. 23V-581, IT STATES THAT THE MANUFACTURER MAY HAVE INSTALLED A CHEAP, WEAK OR SUBSTANDARD TIE RODS. AS A RE...
vehicle started making noises when turning as well as severe steering wheel vibration. there are over 230,000, 2022 sentras that have a recall on bent tie rods. they already had to warrenty a cv axel not even a year into my purchase. We purchased this 2022 sentra in 2022. The car shakes during acceleration, as well as put my familys life at risk due to the car continuously pulling itself to the ri...
Showing 20 of 75 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2022 Nissan Sentra
Has the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA been recalled?
Yes, the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA have?
The 2022 NISSAN SENTRA has 75 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. 8 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
The 2022 NISSAN SENTRA received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA involve steering (16 complaints), electrical system (9 complaints), unknown or other (6 complaints). Other affected components include service brakes, steering,wheels,unknown or other, forward collision avoidance.
How many crash reports does the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA have?
There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA out of 75 total complaints (1.3% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA have?
There are no fire reports for the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA.
How many injuries are reported for the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
8 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA is acceptable with caveats. It has 75 complaints, 2 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
The components with the most failures on the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA are: 1. STEERING (16 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (6 complaints), 4. SERVICE BRAKES (3 complaints), 5. STEERING,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (3 complaints). STEERING is the single most-reported problem area with 16 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
Be cautious of steering and electrical system issues, and ensure regular maintenance to avoid sudden malfunctions. The 2022 NISSAN SENTRA has 75 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
The 2022 NISSAN SENTRA receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 75 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Tie Rod Assembly and Engine Cut-off.
What are the known issues with the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA?
Known issues with the 2022 NISSAN SENTRA include: Tie Rod Assembly, Engine Cut-off, Steering Malfunction, Forward Collision Avoidance. These are based on patterns found across 75 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common steering issues in the 2022 Nissan Sentra?
Tie rod assembly problems can cause the steering to become unstable.
Are there any electrical system failures that are particularly concerning?
Engine cut-off and shaking are frequent issues that can be dangerous.
What should I do if I experience sudden steering malfunctions?
Pull over safely and have the vehicle inspected by a professional.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of steering and electrical system issues, and ensure regular maintenance to avoid sudden malfunctions.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2022 Nissan Sentra
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2022 Nissan Sentra. The data includes 75 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, 8 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2022 Nissan Sentra an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16