How common are transmission problems on the 2010 Nissan Sentra?

NHTSA lists 18 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2010 Sentra, making up 13% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2010 Nissan Sentra?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component on the 2010 Sentra.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2010 Sentra?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 80,000 miles.

Did transmission problems cause crashes or injuries on the 2010 Sentra?

NHTSA data for this component on the 2010 Sentra lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

How does the 2010 Sentra compare to later model years for transmission complaints?

The 2010 Sentra had 18 transmission complaints (13% share), lower than years like 2013 with 311 complaints (49% share) and 2015 with 172 complaints (49% share).

2010 Nissan Sentra Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 18 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2010 Nissan Sentra, 13% of all complaints for that model year. No related recalls are listed for this component. Median mileage at failure was 80,000 miles.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 18; 13% of 144
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 80,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners describe the car losing forward motion after coming to a stop from highway speeds, with the engine revving but the transmission not engaging in any gear.
Some report the CVT overheating on sustained highway driving, dropping into a 'safe mode' that caps speed well below the posted limit.
Several describe sudden loss of power or downshifting while climbing grades, with the car unable to hold highway speed for extended stretches.
Multiple owners report the engine shutting off unexpectedly while slowing to a stop or reversing, requiring a park-and-restart to continue driving.
Some describe the gear selector becoming stuck in park, requiring replacement of the gear control assembly before the car could be driven again.
A few report the transmission failing outright at higher mileage, with the car unable to shift and getting stuck in neutral.

When 2010 Nissan Sentra transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 29, 2010, latest Jul 4, 2025.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2010 to Jul 2025; peak Aug 2012 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2010 Nissan Sentra

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Sentra model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201018 (13%)
201118 (13%)
201268 (38%)
2013311 (49%)
2014182 (48%)
2015172 (49%)
2016127 (47%)
201776 (33%)
201846 (25%)
201954 (24%)
20209 (4%)
20214 (3%)
20226 (7%)
20232 (10%)
20249 (23%)
20254 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems on the 2010 Nissan Sentra?: NHTSA lists 18 transmission and powertrain complaints for the 2010 Sentra, making up 13% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2010 Nissan Sentra?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component on the 2010 Sentra.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2010 Sentra?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 80,000 miles.
Did transmission problems cause crashes or injuries on the 2010 Sentra?: NHTSA data for this component on the 2010 Sentra lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
How does the 2010 Sentra compare to later model years for transmission complaints?: The 2010 Sentra had 18 transmission complaints (13% share), lower than years like 2013 with 311 complaints (49% share) and 2015 with 172 complaints (49% share).