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ProblemsByVin File / 2024-NISSAN-SENTRA NHTSA data synced 5 days ago
2024 · Nissan

Nissan Sentra problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 30 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2024 Sentra?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

steering
8 reports · fails ~37,040 mi · avg $700
severe
electrical
4 reports · fails ~36,979 mi · avg $850
severe
powertrain
4 reports · fails ~26,000 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
suspension
4 reports · fails ~30,000 mi · avg $900
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2024 Sentra · steering
The contact rented a 2024 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving the vehicle, the contact noticed a slight rubbing like sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH over a rumble strip later, there was an…
11/25/2025 · at 37,040 mi · NHTSA ODI #11701430.0 · see steering pattern →
2024 Sentra · powertrain
Upon recent discovery tuesday evening 11.11.2025; I placed the vehicle in reverse and proceeded to back up and then put into drive, upon taking off my vehicle jerked and made a loud grinding/struggling noise. I could hear the machinery. During my commute, this would happen…
2024 Sentra · body
The front splash guard on my vehicle detached twice under normal driving conditions due to a design flaw in the fasteners. The splash guard is secured with plastic push pins and a single screw, which are not strong enough to withstand common road conditions such as standing…
11/06/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11697978.0
2024 Sentra · electrical Crash
I had this car for seven months and in June 13,2024 car failed and caused accident.Prior to the accident the car was shutting off in traffic .Then June 13,2024 caused accident when going to work Car lost control due to computer issues.My vehicle camera and reporter recorded the…
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 24V304000 April 29, 2024

Nissan North America, Inc

An unexpected loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

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 June 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA37.
severe NHTSA 24V498000 July 1, 2024

Nissan North America, Inc

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.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2024 Nissan Sentra reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 Nissan Sentra is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2024 Nissan Sentra?

On the NHTSA data, the 2024 Nissan Sentra does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2024 Nissan Sentra?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 8 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 37,040 miles. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 37,040 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Nissan Sentra has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2024 Nissan Sentra?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 30 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2024/Nissan/Sentra. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Nissan. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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