2024 Nissan Sentra Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
27/100
#12 most-complained of 16 Sentra years
The 2024 Nissan Sentra has a Complaint Index of 27 and ranks 12th worst out of 16 model years, earning a 'Good' verdict. NHTSA lists 40 complaints, 6 crashes, and 3 recalls, with Electrical System issues the top problem area.
- Complaints
- 40
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 6 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 33.5
- 30 city / 39 hwy
Top 2024 Nissan Sentra problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System11 (28%)
- Steering10 (25%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires10 (25%)
- Transmission & Powertrain9 (23%)
- Brakes6 (15%)
- Other6 (15%)
- Structure & Body4 (10%)
- Engine3 (8%)
- Airbags2 (5%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (3%)
What owners report
- Front axle or driveshaft components separate from the transaxle, causing loss of steering or braking control.
- Ball joints reportedly separate from the control arm, causing a wheel to turn sharply while driving straight.
- Headlights reportedly go dark completely while driving, in both auto and manual light modes.
- Front axle or driveshaft assemblies make popping or clicking sounds when turning or driving over bumps, sometimes requiring replacement.
- The front splash guard reportedly detaches during normal driving due to weak plastic push-pin fasteners.
- Owners describe the vehicle losing power or control unexpectedly, in some cases followed by a crash.
2024 Nissan Sentra recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V498000Jul 1, 2024Visibility & Wipers1,608 vehicles
Visibility:windshield
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."
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 24V304000Apr 29, 2024Transmission & Powertrain9,645 vehicles
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 24V154000Feb 27, 2024Airbags351 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
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.
Risk: 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.
2024 Nissan Sentra fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 30 MPG
- Highway
- 39 MPG
- Combined
- 33.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $1,925
- 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.
2024 compared with other Sentra years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Nissan Sentra reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 Sentra has a Complaint Index of 27, ranking 12th worst among 16 model years, which earns it a 'Good' verdict relative to other Sentra years.
- What problems does the 2024 Nissan Sentra have?
- NHTSA lists 40 complaints for the 2024 Sentra, led by the Electrical System (28% of complaints), followed by Steering and Suspension, Wheels & Tires (each 25%), and Transmission & Powertrain (23%).
- Does the 2024 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls: one for a windshield air bubble issue, one for a front left driveshaft that may not be fully seated in the CVT assembly, and one for a driver's airbag assembly manufacturing issue.
- At what mileage do 2024 Sentra problems typically appear?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 30,000 miles overall, with Electrical System issues at 31,489.5 miles, Steering at 37,040 miles, and Transmission & Powertrain at 28,000 miles.
- How does the 2024 Sentra compare to other Sentra years?
- The 2024 Sentra's Complaint Index of 27 is much lower than the worst years, like 2013 (100) and 2014 (93), both rated 'Avoid', placing 2024 among the better Sentra model years.