2025 Nissan Sentra: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 Nissan Sentra: 4 recalls, 30 owner complaints and up to 34 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats Vehicle recall #25V153000 · 2025 · 199 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 sentra vehicles. The driver's seat frame May not be fully secured to the outer side of the seat track. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "seating systems," and 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Why it matters: An unsecured driver's seat May not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the driver's side lower seat frame assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #25V807000 · 2025 · 41,797 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 sentra vehicles. The windshield glass May have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "glazing materials."
Why it matters: Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #26V023000 · 2026 · 26,432 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 altima, sentra, 2025-2026 frontier, and 2026 kicks vehicles. The door strikers May have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Why it matters: A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #26V410000 · 2026 · 946 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Nissan sentra vehicles. The front left-side driveshaft May not be fully seated in the continuously variable transmission (cvt) assembly, which can cause a transmission fluid leak and loss of drive power.
Why it matters: An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, a driveshaft that is not fully engaged can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the front left driveshaft, and if necessary, replace the driveshaft and cvt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 12, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (4): the most common themes are electrical failure (3), stalls / loses power (2).
- Engine (4): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (4): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), hard / delayed shifting (2).
The 2025 Nissan Sentra has 30 owner complaints, ranking #35 of 37 Sentra model years for complaints (well below the 158 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (17 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 7,950 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (41 complaints, 3 recalls), 2026 (16 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 40 | 34 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2025 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 2025 Nissan Sentra problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (6), electrical (4), engine (4).
What gas mileage does the 2025 Nissan Sentra get?
EPA ratings run up to 34 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2025 Nissan Sentra repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.