How many brake complaints does the 2011 Nissan Sentra have?

NHTSA lists 28 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Nissan Sentra, which is 20% of the 142 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2011 Nissan Sentra brakes?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this brake issue on the 2011 Sentra.

At what mileage do 2011 Sentra brake problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake issue is 65,000 miles.

Did the 2011 Sentra brake issue cause any crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint area for the 2011 Sentra shows 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries reported.

How does the 2011 Sentra compare to other years for brake complaints?

The 2011 Sentra's 20% share of complaints tied to brakes is the highest among the model years listed, compared to 6% in 2010 and 6% in 2012.

2011 Nissan Sentra Brakes Problems

The 2011 Nissan Sentra logged 28 brake complaints to NHTSA, 20% of its 142 total complaints for the year — the highest share of any Sentra model year listed. Median mileage at failure was 65,000. No related recall is listed for this brake issue.

Brakes complaints: 28; 20% of 142
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 65,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Some owners report sudden brake failure while driving, with the pedal not stopping the car despite repeated pressing.
Others describe a loud grabbing or clunking/rattling noise from the brakes when the pedal is depressed, especially noticeable between 20 and 25 mph.
Several complaints describe the ABS/VDC warning light coming on along with noise from the ABS module while driving around 35 mph.
One owner reported the accelerator and brake pedals felt trapped together while parking, resulting in a crash into a wall.
A few owners say the vehicle suddenly drops into traction control mode, slows sharply, and will not accelerate, with the check engine light coming on.

When 2011 Nissan Sentra brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 19, 2011, latest Apr 29, 2020.

28 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2011 to Apr 2020; peak Mar 2019 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Nissan Sentra

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Sentra model year

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

200515 (9%)
20066 (5%)
200721 (14%)
200824 (14%)
200910 (18%)
20109 (6%)
201128 (20%)
201211 (6%)
2013110 (17%)
201448 (13%)
201522 (6%)
201630 (11%)
201727 (12%)
201843 (23%)
201942 (19%)
202025 (12%)
202124 (18%)
20224 (5%)
20232 (10%)
20246 (15%)
20252 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2011 Nissan Sentra have?: NHTSA lists 28 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Nissan Sentra, which is 20% of the 142 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2011 Nissan Sentra brakes?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this brake issue on the 2011 Sentra.
At what mileage do 2011 Sentra brake problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake issue is 65,000 miles.
Did the 2011 Sentra brake issue cause any crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint area for the 2011 Sentra shows 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries reported.
How does the 2011 Sentra compare to other years for brake complaints?: The 2011 Sentra's 20% share of complaints tied to brakes is the highest among the model years listed, compared to 6% in 2010 and 6% in 2012.