Electrical System:ignition
NHTSA campaign 18V551000 · 2018 · reported 08/21/2018
If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2017 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 3.9× the fleet median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
228Complaints
3Recalls
28Crashes
6Fires
21Injured
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 (32.9% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Power Train complaints here are 3.9× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 75 · 32.9% | not available | — |
| Engine | 48 · 21.1% | not available | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 32 · 14% | not available | — |
| Electrical System | 32 · 14% | Recalled | Recall 18V551000 |
| Air Bags | 25 · 11% | Recalled | Recall 17V253000 |
| Service Brakes | 20 · 8.8% | not available | — |
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
Percentages are the share of the 228 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 — 3 campaigns
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
Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch
NHTSA campaign 21V135000 · 2021 · reported 03/03/2021
The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash. 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
“The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, while depressing on accelerator pedal the vehicle failed to exceed 70…”NHTSA complaint 11426076 — filed 07/23/2021 · POWER TRAIN
“The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate upon the depression of the…”NHTSA complaint 11424475 — filed 07/12/2021 · POWER TRAIN
“The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the vehicle suddenly started skipping. The contact stated that after coming…”NHTSA complaint 11419692 — filed 06/04/2021 · POWER TRAIN
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nissan Sentra?
Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 75 of 228 NHTSA complaints (32.9%), followed by engine (48), unspecified/other issues (37), vehicle speed control (32). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2017 Nissan Sentra have?
228 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 28 involved a crash, 6 involved a fire, and 21 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2017 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V551000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2017 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.
