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2014 Nissan Sentra Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Power Train — runs 5.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
380Complaints
5Recalls
27Crashes
6Fires
18Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Power Train (47.9% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Power Train complaints here are 5.6× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Power Train182 · 47.9%not available
Engine62 · 16.3%not available
Air Bags51 · 13.4%RecalledRecall 16V242000 · Recall 17V253000 · Recall 16V244000 · Recall 15V681000
Service Brakes33 · 8.7%not available
Vehicle Speed Control31 · 8.2%not available
Electrical System31 · 8.2%RecalledRecall 14V138000

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN182 · 47.9%
ENGINE62 · 16.3%
Unspecified / other58 · 15.3%
AIR BAGS51 · 13.4%
SERVICE BRAKES33 · 8.7%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL31 · 8.2%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM31 · 8.2%
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)14 · 3.7%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM12 · 3.2%
STEERING9 · 2.4%

Percentages are the share of the 380 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 5 campaigns

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification

NHTSA campaign 16V242000 · 2016 · reported 04/26/2016

If the frontal passenger air bag deploys in the event of a crash when a child seat is installed in the front passenger seat, there will be an increased risk of injury to the child in the CRS. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags

NHTSA campaign 17V253000 · 2017 · reported 04/13/2017

In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag doesn't deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury to passengers. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:software

NHTSA campaign 14V138000 · 2014 · reported 03/25/2014

If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification

NHTSA campaign 16V244000 · 2016 · reported 04/26/2016

If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal

NHTSA campaign 15V681000 · 2015 · reported 10/20/2015

If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger air bag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“COMPLETE CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 91,000 MILES. WARRANTY EXPIRED SO DEALER WANTS $5,000. I'VE DONE ALL RECOMMENDED CVT TRASMISSION FLUID EXCHANGES BUT TRANSMISSION FAILED.”NHTSA complaint 11090335 — filed 04/26/2018 · POWER TRAIN
“WITH NO EVENT ASSOCIATED, MY TRANSMISSION BEGAN TO SHUTTER AND RATTLE WHEN I SLOWED TO A NEAR STOP, THEN ACCELERATED. I TOOK IT TO THE…”NHTSA complaint 11079811 — filed 03/16/2018 · POWER TRAIN
“TRANSMISSION MAKING A POPPING WHEN YOU PUT INTO GEAR ALSO REVERSE TO DRIVE.AND WHEN YOU SLOW DOWN TO STOP AND WHEN YOU TAKE OF FROM…”NHTSA complaint 11073590 — filed 02/19/2018 · POWER TRAIN

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Sentra?

Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 182 of 380 NHTSA complaints (47.9%), followed by engine (62), unspecified/other issues (58), air bags (51). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2014 Nissan Sentra have?

380 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 27 involved a crash, 6 involved a fire, and 18 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2014 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?

Yes — 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V242000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2014 Nissan Sentra's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.