NHTSA has 31 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Nissan Sentra[1]. The page below also lists the recalls for this model year[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups owners named, starting with the biggest.
- Unknown or other. 6 complaints[5]. These reports did not fit a single named part.
- Tires. 5 complaints[6]. In the stories we read, owners describe a shaking feel at highway speed, a bulge on a tire sidewall, and tread that looked worn out on a rental car.
- Electrical system. 4 complaints[7]. Owners describe a battery that kept going flat and needed a jump, dashboard warning messages, and a car that lost power while driving.
- Engine. 4 complaints[8]. In the stories we read, owners describe the car shutting down in traffic and losing power with warning lights on.
- Power train. 4 complaints[9]. Owners describe sudden power loss, and one report tells of losing steering control on a downhill road.
- Wheels. 3 complaints[10].
- Forward collision avoidance. 3 complaints[11].
- Seat belts. 3 complaints[12].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2025 Sentra is necessarily included.
- Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft (26V410), June 2026. About 946 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, reduced braking, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch (26V023), January 2026. About 26,432 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[14]
- Visibility › Windshield (25V807), November 2025. About 41,797 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced visibility. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[15]
- Seats (25V153), March 2025. About 199 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[16]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR FWD[4] | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 9.9% |
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2025 Nissan Sentra with 2.0L 4-cylinder[18] | 149 hp |
How 2025 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 117 | 3 |
| 2000 | 171 | 6 |
| 2001 | 236 | 7 |
| 2002 | 304 | 10 |
| 2003 | 180 | 7 |
| 2004 | 197 | 4 |
| 2005 | 170 | 5 |
| 2006 | 116 | 5 |
| 2007 | 154 | 1 |
| 2008 | 167 | 3 |
| 2009 | 55 | 1 |
| 2010 | 144 | 3 |
| 2011 | 142 | 2 |
| 2012 | 180 | 0 |
| 2013 | 638 | 6 |
| 2014 | 380 | 5 |
| 2015 | 352 | 3 |
| 2016 | 270 | 6 |
| 2017 | 231 | 3 |
| 2018 | 185 | 2 |
| 2019 | 223 | 2 |
| 2020 | 206 | 4 |
| 2021 | 132 | 3 |
| 2022 | 81 | 2 |
| 2023 | 20 | 1 |
| 2024 | 41 | 3 |
| 2025 | 31 | 4 |
| 2026 | 19 | 1 |
NHTSA's counts for the Sentra show 31 complaints and 4 recalls for 2025[2]. Among the 29 model years listed, 3 have fewer complaints than 2025 and 25 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 2013 (638)[2]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2025 Sentra?
The complaint record for this model year is fairly small[1]. The reports are spread over many parts, so no single part stands out as a clear weak spot. Tires, electrical trouble, and sudden power loss show up in the stories we read[6][7][8]. These are unverified owner reports and not a test result. Check the recall list on this page and ask a dealer about open repairs before you buy[2].
Frequently asked questions
- What are the common problems with the 2025 Nissan Sentra?
- Owners filed 31 complaints with NHTSA[1]. They name tires, the electrical system, the engine and the power train, among other parts[6][7][8][9].
- Does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
- Yes, recalls exist for this model year[2]. See the Recalls section on this page for the list.
- How many miles per gallon does the 2025 Nissan Sentra get?
- See the fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.
- Is the 2025 Nissan Sentra reliable?
- The complaint count is small and spread over many parts[1]. Owner reports are unverified, so read the problems section and the recall list together.
- How safe is the 2025 Nissan Sentra in a crash?
- See the safety section on this page for the crash ratings. Some owners also reported crashes in their complaints, including about forward collision avoidance[11].
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 31 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Nissan Sentra (6 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 3 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Sentra model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Sentra, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 30 city / 40 highway / 34 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $1,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 5 stars; rollover risk 9.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 5 complaints name the tires component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the wheels component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the seat belts component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 26V410, filed June 26, 2026: Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 26V023, filed January 20, 2026: Latches / Locks / Linkages › Doors › Latch. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V807, filed November 20, 2025: Visibility › Windshield. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V153, filed March 11, 2025: Seats. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Sentra SR, 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 30 city / 38 highway / 33 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA Test Car List, 2025 Nissan Sentra with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 149 hp. www.epa.gov