The Lemon Index2024 Nissan Sentra.
The 2024 Nissan Sentra is so far one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 41 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 31, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about steering, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 33 to 34 mpg combined. The best Nissan Sentra year is 2011.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 41 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Nissan Sentra year. 2024 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 19K to 37K miles on the car (5 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 3
- visibility 2024
The windshield may have air bubbles on the front lower driver's side, which can obscure the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- transmission & drivetrain 2024
The front left-side driveshaft may not be fully seated in the continuously variable transmission (CVT) assembly, or may have a loose or missing retaining clip, which can cause a transmission fluid leak and loss of drive …
- airbags 2024
Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Nissan told dealers about
Nissan sent dealers 24 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- A/T SHIFT LOCK AND REMOTE ENGINE START INOPERATIVE WITH NEW BCM SERVICE PART This bulletin has…
- DTC B2E01-96 (INTERNAL BATTERY) STORED AS CURRENT IN IVC This bulletin has been amended
- SERVICE INFORMATION If one of the APPLIED VEHICLES has DTC P2100 for ETC MOT PWR-B1 or P2101…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Sentra 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1900–1950 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
The Bluetooth system consistently malfunctions with detaching from the Internet while listening to music When making hard left after washing car thereâs a loud rubbing sound emitting from the undercarriage on the left side
2024 Nissan Sentra owner · NHTSA complaint 11649882
More owner reports
Bluetooth/Carplay Usb not detected whenever im driving my car will keep undetecting and detecting my phone while usb connected
NHTSA complaint 11642718
The front passenger wheel turned out at a 45degree angle while going straight at 40mph causing loss of control and turning the car right into a curb. After looking the ball joint separated from the control arm
NHTSA complaint 11652927
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Nissan Sentra reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 3.2× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 31; 100 is average). The best Nissan Sentra year by this measure since 2010 is 2023.
What are the most common 2024 Nissan Sentra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are steering (27%), electrical (24%) and transmission & drivetrain (22%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 Nissan Sentra have?
3 safety recalls (latest: visibility). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Nissan Sentra get?
33 to 34 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2024 Nissan Sentra safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2024 Nissan Sentra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 22% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2024 Nissan Sentra cost in fuel a year?
About $1900 to $1950 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Nissan Sentra have?
2.0L 4-cyl.
What Nissan Sentra year is better than the 2024?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2011, 2017 and 2010.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works