2018 Nissan Sentra: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Nissan Sentra: 2 recalls, 185 owner complaints and up to 32 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #19V654000 · 2019 · 1,228,830 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan altima, armada, frontier, kicks, leaf, maxima, murano, nv, nv200, pathfinder, rogue, rogue sport, sentra, titan, titan diesel, versa note and versa sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti q50, q60, qx30 and qx80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan gt-r and taxi and Infiniti qx50, qx60, q70, q70l vehicles. The back-up camera and display…
Why it matters: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected vins should be activated.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #21V135000 · 2021 · 807,376 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Nissan sentra vehicles. The brake light switch May become contaminated, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake lights from illuminating.
Why it matters: The brake lights May not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 10 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (46): the most common themes are warning light on (15), hard / delayed shifting (15), stalls / loses power (8).
- Other / unknown (38): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3), warning light on (3).
- Brakes (38): the most common themes are warning light on (6).
- Electrical (32): the most common themes are warning light on (8), electrical failure (7), won't start (3).
The 2018 Nissan Sentra has 185 owner complaints, ranking #11 of 37 Sentra model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 158). Complaints peaked in 2020 (38 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 40,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (231 complaints, 3 recalls), 2019 (222 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 | 37 | 32 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 33 | 29 | Premium |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 28 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Nissan Sentra. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Nissan Sentra problems?
Owners have filed 185 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (46), other / unknown (38), brakes (38).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Sentra get?
EPA ratings run up to 32 mpg combined (1.8 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Nissan Sentra repair manual?
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