2024 Nissan Sentra Safety Report
2024 Nissan Sentra Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2024 Nissan Sentra
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2024 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 | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (27) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 5 | 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 | 2026 | Compare against the 2026 Nissan Sentra with 1 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2020 | Check the 2020 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Nissan Sentra | 19 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2023 Nissan Sentra | 17 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2026 Nissan Sentra | 1 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Nissan Sentra | 75 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Nissan Sentra | 121 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Nissan Sentra | 193 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2024 Nissan Sentra Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2024 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
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Nissan onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Nissan onlySteering,Suspension
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering,Suspension issues Nissan onlyPower Train,Electrical System,Engine
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System,Engine issues Nissan onlySuspension,Power Train,Wheels
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Suspension,Power Train,Wheels issues Nissan onlySteering,Fuel/Propulsion System
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Nissan onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2024 Nissan Sentra
Reliability Score
The 2024 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 2024 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 2024 Nissan Sentra
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2024 Nissan Sentra:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Issues Steering problems have been reported, including unusual noises and potential loss of control. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Bag Malfunctions Air bag malfunctions have been reported, including inflator module issues, posing significant safety risks. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Windshield Issues Windshield issues have been reported, compromising driver visibility and safety. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Unexpected Shutdowns The vehicle has experienced unexpected shutdowns, leading to potential safety hazards. |
Medium | Common | 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 2024 Nissan Sentra:
Steering issues, including unusual noises and potential loss of control, have been reported.
Power train problems, including unexpected shutdowns and drive shaft issues, have been reported.
Air bag malfunctions, including inflator module issues, have been reported.
Windshield issues, compromising driver visibility, have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2024 Nissan Sentra
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2024 Nissan Sentra by NHTSA:
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The windshield may have air bubbles on the front lower driver's side, which can obscure the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Consequence: An owner who cannot see their VIN clearly may not recognize their vehicle is involved in a safety recall, and may not have the recall remedy performed, which could increase the risk of injury, fire, or a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA38.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Sentra vehicles. The front left-side driveshaft may not be fully seated in the continuously variable transmission (CVT) assembly, or may have a loose or missing retaining clip, 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.
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 June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA37.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Consequence: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2024 Nissan Sentra
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2024 Nissan Sentra with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 5 complaints involved crashes. 3 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Sentra. While the contact’s daughter was driving approximately 10 - 15 MPH and turning to the right, the front driver’s side wheel assembly, including the drive shaft, strut, shocks, and brake line detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was coasted to a stop, and the contact was immediately called. The driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer, but the vehicle was n...
In December 2025, the vehicle was towed to the dealer after it shut off and would not restart. No warning lights displayed, no low fuel light displayed either. Dealer attributed stall to low fuel (fuel range showed 30 miles remaining), found no diagnostic codes, attributed it to low fuel, added gas, and released the vehicle and charged a DX fee. In February 2026 (approximately two months later), t...
Front axel damaged. Loud clicking, popping noise in both directions. Damaged axles are very dangerous. My car is now at Nissan for the 2nd time in less than a week. The front axle was replaced last week. It is now being replaced again. The active grille shutter also had to be replaced last week.
Two times in the past month my gas pedal has gotten stuck after I fully engaged it getting on the highway. Both times I had to hit the brakes and kick at the gas pedal a few times for it to disengage. This problem doesn’t always happen, as I’ve tried to do it on purpose to see if it would do it again. Not sure it it could possibly have anything to do with snow/ice or salt accumulation on outside o...
Sometimes when stopped at a light and turning onto another street the car loses acceleration. The cars power does not shut off but causes a delay in the acceleration when turning or accelerating. I brought my vehicle to the dealership and they test drove it and hooked it up to the coding machine and said no codes came up and there isn’t a recall. However I looked and it said there is a recall on c...
This is the second time in the last 45 day that we have had a report of the front end "popping". We took 1 vehicle to Nissan of Murfeesboro and they replaced both front shaft assemblys. This vehicle was taken to Newton Nissan and they had to do the same repair on this vehicle. I have 12 of the year, make model in our fleet and have serious concerns
The contact rented a 2024 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving the vehicle, the contact noticed a slight rubbing like sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH over a rumble strip later, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the front of the vehicle, and the steering wheel suddenly failed, causing the vehicle to lose...
UPON RECENT DISCOVERY TUESDAY EVENING 11.11.2025; I PLACED THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND PROCEEDED TO BACK UP AND THEN PUT INTO DRIVE, UPON TAKING OFF MY VEHICLE JERKED AND MADE A LOUD GRINDING/STRUGGLING NOISE. I COULD HEAR THE MACHINERY. DURING MY COMMUTE, THIS WOULD HAPPEN INTERMITTENTLY UNTIL REACHING MY DESTINATION. MY CAR FELT AS IF IT WAS GOING TO STALL AND CUT OFF. THE NOISE IS LOUD AND VERY ...
The front splash guard on my vehicle detached twice under normal driving conditions due to a design flaw in the fasteners. The splash guard is secured with plastic push pins and a single screw, which are not strong enough to withstand common road conditions such as standing water or wind pressure. The first incident occurred when my wife drove through an unseen puddle during heavy rain, which imm...
I have a 2024 Nissan Sentra SV that I have leased brand new since January 2023. As of today, 10/28/2025 I have only 14,605 miles on this vehicle. I drive local only, no highways yet the tires are completely bald and needed to be replaced. The tire pressure would only hold 27. They were a road hazard. I could not drive to the dealership, Jenkins Nissan in Leesburg Florida due to the condition of th...
The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Sentra equipped with Hankook Tires, Tire Line: Kinergy GT with Kontrol Technology, Tire Sizes(Rear): P205/60/R16, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that upon inspection of the tires, the rear tires tread were almost bald. The contact stated that the tires were rotated; however, the tires started to experience the same failure at approximately 20,000 miles. The ti...
I recently bought a 2024 nissan sentra sv premium used with 9,000 miles previous owner before me stated car would not accelerate at time after coming to a complete stop and dealership fixed the issue which was the brake switch I recently had the same issue around 15,000 miles and they said it the brake switch again, So I started searching online for similar incidents and it seems pretty common in ...
The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, several warning lights and messages, including the "Check Engine" and "CVT Malfunction Service Now" were displayed on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that while at a stoplight, the vehicle either jerked or hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. In addition, the contact stated th...
My wife who was driving had stopped at a pedestrian crosswalk behind another car that had stopped to allow people to cross. While we were stopped a GMC truck plowed into the rear of our car at a high rate of speed. Police, fire, and an ambulance were called to the seen. The occupant driving the truck was ticked for driving to close and taking his eyes off the road. My wife and I suffered injuries ...
For the past 6 weeks my car has abruptly stopped. No forwarding, no lights. All of which occurred during heavily moving traffic putting myself and others in grave danger. Due to my quick thinking and CDL training I was able to redirect traffic until I was able to move to safety. I have had my battery jumped at least 4 times within one week. I had it tested multiple times and it shows no issues...
The front passenger wheel turned out at a 45degree angle while going straight at 40mph causing loss of control and turning the car right into a curb. After looking the ball joint separated from the control arm
Vehicle has front axle clicking sounds when turning right or left. It also makes clicking sounds when driving over bumps or entering driveways(uneven concrete surfaces). I brought it to a Nissan Dealership several times and they acknowledged the issue. However, they have not been able to resolve the issue.
The Bluetooth system consistently malfunctions with detaching from the Internet while listening to music When making hard left after washing car there’s a loud rubbing sound emitting from the undercarriage on the left side
See attached document for complaint
Bluetooth/Carplay Usb not detected whenever im driving my car will keep undetecting and detecting my phone while usb connected
Showing 20 of 27 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2024 Nissan Sentra
Has the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA been recalled?
Yes, the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA have?
The 2024 NISSAN SENTRA has 27 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 5 involved crashes. 4 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
The 2024 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 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA involve steering (3 complaints), unknown or other (2 complaints), steering,suspension (2 complaints). Other affected components include power train,electrical system,engine, suspension,power train,wheels, steering,fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA have?
There are 5 crash reports associated with the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA out of 27 total complaints (18.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA have?
There are no fire reports for the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA.
How many injuries are reported for the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
4 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA is generally recommended. It has 27 complaints, 3 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 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
The components with the most failures on the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA are: 1. STEERING (3 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 3. STEERING,SUSPENSION (2 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE (2 complaints), 5. SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,WHEELS (1 complaints). STEERING is the single most-reported problem area with 3 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
Be cautious of steering issues and air bag malfunctions. Ensure regular inspections and maintenance, especially for the windshield and power train components. The 2024 NISSAN SENTRA has 27 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
The 2024 NISSAN SENTRA receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 27 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 5 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Steering Issues and Air Bag Malfunctions.
What are the known issues with the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA?
Known issues with the 2024 NISSAN SENTRA include: Steering Issues, Air Bag Malfunctions, Windshield Issues, Unexpected Shutdowns. These are based on patterns found across 27 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any known steering issues with the 2024 Nissan Sentra?
Yes, steering problems have been reported, including unusual noises and potential loss of control.
What safety risks are associated with the air bags in the 2024 Nissan Sentra?
Air bag malfunctions, including inflator module issues, pose significant safety risks.
Are there any windshield issues that buyers should be aware of?
Yes, windshield issues have been reported, compromising driver visibility and safety.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of steering issues and air bag malfunctions. Ensure regular inspections and maintenance, especially for the windshield and power train components.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2024 Nissan Sentra
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2024 Nissan Sentra. The data includes 27 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 5 reported crashes, 4 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2024 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