2022 Nissan Sentra Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2022 Nissan Sentra has a complaint index of 25, ranking 16th out of 21 model years, and carries a Good verdict relative to other Sentra years. It has 81 complaints, 2 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls, with steering the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 25/100
- #16 of 21 Sentra years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 81
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 8
- Top issue
- Steering
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 32.5
- 28.5 city / 38 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 8 / 0
Top 2022 Nissan Sentra problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering31 (38%)
- Electrical System25 (31%)
- Other16 (20%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras15 (19%)
- Engine14 (17%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires13 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain6 (7%)
- Brakes4 (5%)
- Airbags2 (2%)
- Fuel System2 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some drivers report sudden loss of acceleration on the highway paired with a dashboard malfunction warning, with surrounding traffic having to swerve.
- Owners describe the center display, radio, and Bluetooth cutting out or going black, sometimes tied to warm cabin temperatures, disabling forward collision warning at the same time.
- Several complaints describe the forward collision and pre-collision system falsely triggering automatic emergency braking at speeds around 30 mph with no obstruction present.
- One owner reported an EGR valve failure causing repeated loss of acceleration with no dashboard warning light.
- A parasitic battery draw was reported after the car sat parked for a day, referencing a related Nissan technical notice.
- One owner reported the traction control, ABS, ESP fault, and master brake system warning lights illuminating together at 93,000 miles.
2022 Nissan Sentra recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V581000Aug 15, 2023Steering236,238 vehicles
Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.
Risk: 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 may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23B3. This recall replaces and expands recall number 21V-461. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V-461 will need to have the new remedy completed.
- NHTSA 23V421000Jun 12, 2023Structure & Body230 vehicles
Structure:body
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.
Risk: 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.
2022 Nissan Sentra fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 28.5 MPG
- Highway
- 38 MPG
- Combined
- 32.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,000
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Sentra years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra reliable?
- Relative to other Sentra model years, the 2022 rates Good, with a complaint index of 25 and rank 16th out of 21 years tracked, meaning most other years have more reported problems.
- What problems does the 2022 Nissan Sentra have?
- NHTSA data shows steering complaints (38% share) as the top problem area, followed by electrical system issues (31%) and collision avoidance/camera system complaints (19%). Median mileage at failure across tracked issues was 36,000.
- Does the 2022 Nissan Sentra have a recall?
- Yes, NHTSA lists two recalls: one for tie rods that may bend (campaign 23V581000) and one for a cowl seal defect that can let water corrode electrical components (campaign 23V421000). Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2022 Sentra compare to other bad Sentra years?
- The 2022 Sentra's complaint index of 25 is far lower than the worst years, such as 2013 (index 100, Avoid) and 2015 (index 95, Avoid), and its Good verdict reflects fewer reported problems than most other Sentra years.