Last updated: 2026-10-10

2025 Nissan Sentra
RELIABILITY SCORE: 78/100 (GOOD)

2025 Nissan Sentra Reliability Report

The 2025 Nissan Sentra rates good for reliability with below-class repair costs, but owners report sudden stalling and early tire vibration.

Recalls

3

Complaints

15

Complaint Rate

1per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$491

Annual Fuel Cost

$1,750–$1,800

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity78/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs80/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact75/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity78/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Final year of the eighth generation, with a middling standing among Sentra years, three recalls, and complaints of stalling, a cracked wheel rim, and early tire vibration.

Top Issues to Watch

  • POWER TRAIN (2)
  • WHEELS (2)
  • TIRES (2)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Post-Redesign (Year 6)

2025 is year 6 of the Eighth generation (B18).

  • Redesigned for the 2020 model year.
  • Well-established in its generation — most early issues should be resolved.
  • 8th generation Sentra (US).

What this means for buyers

Well into the generation cycle — most design and manufacturing issues should be resolved by now.

2020: Eighth generation (B18) Launch

Generation start — new platform.

2025: This Model Year

2025 is year 6 of the Eighth generation (B18).

Should You Buy the 2025 Nissan Sentra?

Buyers get a good reliability standing here, close to average among 2025 sedans and in the middle of the nine scored Sentra years. This is the last year of the eighth generation. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs at $491 for the model, under $526 for its class. The 2024 rates about the same but drew more owner complaints. The 2026 rates better on paper, though with no complaints yet it has mostly had less time to collect them.

The worst reports are about safety. One owner had a wheel rim crack in half at interstate speed, blow the tire, and spin the car out. Another had the engine shut off in traffic, taking all power, the dash screen, and the hazard lights with it. Dealers struggled to reproduce that stalling. Tire complaints are milder: vibration from about 5600 miles, and a hard wobble on grooved concrete highways. Federal records also list three recalls, covering visibility, seats, and latches, locks and linkages.

Ask the seller for proof that all three recalls were completed. Check the tires and wheels for vibration on a highway test drive, and ask about any stalling or engine warning light repairs.

Compared to the 2026 Nissan Sentra, which scored 10 points higher. See also the 2024 Nissan Sentra for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • +Acceptable reliability score
  • +$35 cheaper to maintain than avg compact cars
  • +Infrequent unscheduled repairs
  • +Low major repair risk (12%)

Cons

  • −Moderate recall count
  • −WHEELS: Wheel rim cracks completely in half at interstate speed without hitting anything (2 complaints)
  • −POWER TRAIN: Engine shuts off without warning in traffic and all power goes with it (2 complaints)

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Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK
  • 3 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK
  • POWER TRAIN (2)
  • WHEELS (2)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

3

recalls on record

A moderate 3 recalls are on file for the 2025 Nissan Sentra. Each one points to a specific safety or compliance issue identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA — check the list below before buying.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

1

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 2

LowAvgHigh
Very Low

Safety Incidents

3

Crashes

0

Fires

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2025 Nissan Sentra Recall Details

3 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Nissan Sentra. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

25V8070002025-11-21

VISIBILITY

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."

Consequence

Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA58. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 21, 2025.

25V1530002025-03-11

SEATS

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."

Consequence

An unsecured driver's seat may not adequately restrain the driver during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA45.

26V0230002026-01-21

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

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."

Consequence

A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2025 Nissan Sentra? Check its history first

Power train problems lead owner complaints about the 2025 Nissan Sentra, and 3 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

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  • Accidents
  • Open Recalls
  • Title History
  • Odometer Rollback

2025 Nissan Sentra NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 9.9%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard/Optional)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver/Roof)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Nissan SentraRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$491

vs $526 avg for compact cars

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.2

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

12%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Sentra
$491
Category Avg
$526
All Vehicles
$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Nissan Sentra Resale Value

The Nissan Sentra is estimated to retain about 73.7% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Nissan Sentra model overall and is not specific to the 2025 model year.

Value Retained
73.7%

after 5 years

Depreciation
26.3%

over the same period

Listings Analyzed
720

U.S. used-car listings

Listings observed in . Actual resale value varies by trim, mileage, condition, and location.

Explore Nissan Sentra depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

33–34 MPG

Running cost: $2,250–$2,300/yr

Fuel + repair

30 city / 38–40 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2025 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims
TrimDriveTrans.CityHwyCombFuel Cost
Sentra 2.0L 4-cylFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios)304034$1,750
Sentra SR 2.0L 4-cylFront-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios)303833$1,800

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2025 Nissan Sentra.

  • Inspect every wheel rim, inside and out, for cracks or bends.

  • Brake firmly from highway speed and feel for shaking that points to warped rotors.

  • Watch the dash for a start stop idle fault message during the test drive.

  • Test the door unlock button on the key fob and on each door.

  • Drive in stop-and-go traffic and watch for stalling, a blank dash screen, or a Malfunction Indicator Light.

  • Ask for service records showing engine wiring harness replacement or engine and transaxle removal.

  • Drive above 50 mph on grooved concrete highway and feel for vibration or wobble.

  • Have a tire shop check the original-equipment tires for out-of-round wear.

Going to see one? Take the printable 2025 Nissan Sentra inspection checklist with you.

2025 Nissan Sentra Common Problems by Component

15 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

2
2
2
4
POWER TRAIN (2)WHEELS (2)TIRES (2)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)VISIBILITY (1)AIR BAGS (1)SEAT BELTS (1)SERVICE BRAKES (1)Other (4)

POWER TRAIN

2 complaints

The engine shuts off without warning in traffic and all power goes with it. The dash screen goes black and the hazard lights stop working, so the driver cannot warn other cars. A second report describes a Malfunction Indicator Light for an engine and emissions fault at low mileage. That repair meant replacing the engine wiring harness and pulling and reinstalling the engine and transaxle. One car had about 1500 miles when its problems began. Dealers struggle to reproduce the stalling or find the cause, even after the car is towed in.

2 complaints total

WHEELS

2 complaintsSafety-related

A wheel rim cracks completely in half at interstate speed without hitting anything. The tire blows and the car spins out, which makes this the 1 crash-related report among the 2 complaints. The other filing lists several unrelated problems. Warped rotors make the car shake under braking, a start stop idle fault warning appears, and the door locks do not open from the button. Two filings are not enough to show a repeat pattern. The cracked rim still carries a clear risk of losing control.

2 complaints total1 crash

TIRES

2 complaints

The factory tires cause vibration and wobble early in the car's life. On one car the rear tires go out of round. The vibration starts around 5600 miles and gets much worse above 50 mph after highway driving. On another car with 17-inch wheels, the car wobbles hard on grooved concrete interstates. The driver feels close to losing control and has to slow down a lot. Both cars ran original-equipment Firestone FT140 or Michelin Primacy A/S tires. A tire store that only sells a brand may not handle its warranty claims.

2 complaints total
UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 complaints)

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint
2026-02-06

The adhesive on 3 of the rear parking sensors failed and the brackets holding the sensors in place fell off into the inside of the bumper triggering the sensor to go off constantly when reversing and auto brake.

VISIBILITY (1 complaints)

VISIBILITY

1 complaint
2025-12-17

The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Sentra. The contact had stopped at a State Office to register the vehicle. While at the registration office, the contact was informed that there was an open recall associated with the vehicle. The contact checked the NHTSA website and found NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V807000 (VISIBILITY). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that there were no open recalls associated with the VIN. The contact was provided with documentation supporting the statement. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The contact was informed that the recall listed on the NHTSA website was in error. The contact had not experienced a failure.

AIR BAGS (1 complaints)

AIR BAGS

1 complaintSafety-related
2025-11-14Crash reported3 injuries

I rear ended another vehicle and my airbags did not deploy.

SEAT BELTS (1 complaints)

SEAT BELTS

1 complaint
2025-10-31

Rear seatbelts trigger a no seatbelt alarm when somebody unbuckles and leaves the vehicle. As well as when somebody leaves and comes back and puts on the seatbelt, the alarm saying that the seatbelt is still not buckled up. It only does it after somebody does buckle in and buckle out and reset anytime the car is turned off and then turned back on. Found out that the rear seats do not have weight sensors, and this has to do with the actual seatbelts sensors. Noticed that buckling the center seatbelt sometimes, sometimes, will cancel out the alarm. In either case, the audible alarm within the vehicle, goes off within two minutes. At my first oil change, dealership said that to wait till the second oil change to see if it fixes itself. Went in for another visit at 7500 miles, and mentioned that it was not fixing itself and that tired of having to deal with it. That visit was for a That visit was for an ECM replacement, which is another case, they said it was a recall and found out that it’s some internal recall within the dealership, and I was hoping that maybe it was that which was causing the seatbelt system not to work properly. It did not fix it after they replaced the ECM. They finally tested the seatbelts, found that my car has no rear seat weight sensor, rather it has just a standard seatbelt sensor when it buckles in and buckles out. They have order the replacement seatbelts and will be installing them this weekend at the dealership.

SERVICE BRAKES (1 complaints)

SERVICE BRAKES

1 complaint
2025-09-09

The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the contact's foot slid off onto the accelerator pedal. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who determined that the space between the pedals was too small. The contact stated that the pedals were too close together. The mechanic completed an unknown partial repair. The manufacturer was contacted, and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 8.

ENGINE (1 complaints)

ENGINE

1 complaint
2025-06-22

The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the “Shift to Park” message displayed, and the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact turned on the hazard lights and waited for the vehicle to cool down before restarting. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the grille shutter needed to be replaced, but only the check engine warning light was reset. The failure recurred several times, and the vehicle was then taken to Pohanka Nissan of Fredericksburg (10665 Patriot Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22408); who also determined that the grille shutter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact later discovered that the vehicle was previously owned by Enterprise Rent-A-Car and was involved in a crash. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The manufacturer denied a Lemon Law case. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.

STRUCTURE (1 complaints)

STRUCTURE

1 complaint
2025-05-02

The rear window on the 2025 Nissan Sentra shattered for no known reason. The car was parked in my driveway, was OK when I locked it up a 3pm to go for a walk, and when I got home at 3:40, there was a big whole in my back window. None of our neighbors heard or saw anything, and there are no ring doorbells that could have a video of what happened. Police came and looked at it, there is no evidence of a rock or bird hitting it, and no sign of a BB or any other projectile. It appears to have spontaneously shattered. This is not covered under warranty, so I wanted to report this in case there are other reports that could trigger a recall.

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Nissan Sentra Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Nissan Sentra reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
201877/100Good
201975/100Good
202071/100Good
202176/100Good
202277/100Good
202380/100Excellent
202479/100Good
202578/100Good
202688/100Excellent

Nissan Sentra Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202688/100+10Excellent00
2025(selected)78/100-1Good315
202479/100-1Good323
202380/100+3Excellent114
202277/100+1Good272
202176/100+5Good3119
202071/100-4Good4193
201975/100-2Good2212
201877/100—Good2181

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Nissan Sentra reliable?
Yes, its reliability standing is good, though it is close to average against other 2025 sedans. Within the Sentra's nine scored model years it sits in the middle. Owners filed 15 complaints, and federal records list 3 recalls. It earns 5 of 5 stars in federal crash tests.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Nissan Sentra?
Owner complaints cluster in three areas: wheels, the power train, and tires. Two complaints each. They include a cracked wheel rim, engine shutoff in traffic, an engine and emissions warning light, and vibration or wobble from the factory tires. Two filings per area is too few to show a firm pattern.
Does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have engine stalling problems?
A few owners report it. One car shut off in traffic without warning and lost all power, the dash screen, and the hazard lights. Dealers had trouble reproducing it, even after a tow. Another car showed an engine warning light at low mileage and needed a new wiring harness.
Does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have tire vibration problems?
Two owners say so. On one car the rear tires went out of round and vibration began near 5600 miles, worsening above 50 mph. Another wobbled hard on grooved concrete interstates. Both cars had original Firestone or Michelin tires. A store that sells only one brand may not handle warranty claims.
Has the 2025 Nissan Sentra been recalled?
Yes. Federal recall records show 3 recalls for this model year, in the areas of visibility, seats, and latches, locks and linkages. Ask the seller for proof that each recall repair was done before you buy.

Don’t buy a 2025 Nissan Sentra without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2025 Nissan Sentra

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2025 Nissan Sentra does best on repair costs (80/100) and worst on recall impact (75/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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