The Lemon Index2025 Nissan Sentra.
The 2025 Nissan Sentra is so far one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 31 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 33, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about tires, it has 4 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 31 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Nissan Sentra year. 2025 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.
Recalls 4
- transmission & drivetrain 2026
The front left-side driveshaft may not be fully seated in the continuously variable transmission (CVT) assembly, which can cause a transmission fluid leak and loss of drive power.
- latches/locks/linkages 2026
The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving.
- visibility 2025
The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility.
Show all 4 recalls
- seats 2025
The driver's seat frame may not be fully secured to the outer side of the seat track.
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 6 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- 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
I rear ended another vehicle and my airbags did not deploy.
2025 Nissan Sentra owner · NHTSA complaint 11703717
Quick answers
Is the 2025 Nissan Sentra reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 3× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2025 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 33; 100 is average). The best Nissan Sentra year by this measure since 2010 is 2023.
What are the most common 2025 Nissan Sentra problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are tires (16%), automatic emergency braking (13%) and electrical (13%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have?
4 safety recalls (latest: transmission & drivetrain). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Nissan Sentra get?
33 to 34 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2025 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 2025 Nissan Sentra have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 13% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2025 Nissan Sentra cost in fuel a year?
About $1900 to $1950 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2025 Nissan Sentra have?
2.0L 4-cyl.
What Nissan Sentra year is better than the 2025?
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