2018 Nissan Sentra recalls and problems
The 2018 Nissan Sentra has 2 safety recalls and 185 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Nissan Sentra vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Nissan Sentra recalls
Recall 21V-135: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The brake light switch may become contaminated, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake lights from illuminating.
Risk: The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.
Recall 19V-654: Back Over Prevention
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
2018 Nissan Sentra problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 46 | |
| Unknown or Other | 38 | |
| Service Brakes | 38 | |
| Electrical System | 32 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 31 | |
| Engine | 22 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | |
| Air Bags | 9 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 7 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 | |
| Steering | 6 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 13
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 10
- Structure › Body — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 3
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch — 2
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Brake Fluid Low Warning › Lamp — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Sensing System › Lidar — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Sensing System › Radar — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2018 Nissan Sentra complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Nissan Sentra years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Nissan Sentra: 21V-135 (exterior lighting), 19V-654 (back over prevention). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Nissan Sentra?
Owners report power train problems most often (46 reports), followed by unknown or other (38). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,000 miles.
Are Nissan recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.