Nissan Sentra 2020 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Nissan Sentra 2020 and 206 complaints filed by owners. It has 45% more complaints than the average Nissan Sentra from 2016–2025 (142 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Nissan Sentra 2020

Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 23V628000 · 2023-09-08

What happens

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 23V628000

Steering
NHTSA campaign 23V581000 · 2023-08-15

What happens

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.

Consequence

A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23B3. This recall replaces and expands recall number 21V-461. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V-461 will need to have the new remedy completed.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 23V581000

Exterior lighting
NHTSA campaign 22V244000 · 2022-04-13

What happens

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Sentra vehicles, equipped with LED headlights. The right-hand headlight aim may be misaligned. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

An improperly aimed headlight may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the right-hand headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R20B4.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 22V244000

Steering
NHTSA campaign 21V461000 · 2021-06-17

What happens

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.

Consequence

A bent tie rod can break, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PM985.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 21V461000

Complaints from other owners

206 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

8 with a crash · 2 injuries

Most reported problems on the Nissan Sentra 2020

• Forward collision avoidance: 60 (29% of complaints)
• Steering: 55 (27% of complaints)
• Electrical system: 45 (22% of complaints)
• Brakes: 25 (12% of complaints)
• Backup camera and sensors: 11 (5% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Nissan Sentra 2020

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
• The wheel should be centered going straight, with no vibration, noises when turning or stiffness.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Nissan Sentra recalls by year

• 2016 : 6 recalls · 270 complaints
• 2017 : 3 recalls · 231 complaints
• 2018 : 2 recalls · 185 complaints
• 2019 : 2 recalls · 222 complaints
• 2020 : 4 recalls · 206 complaints
• 2021 : 3 recalls · 132 complaints
• 2022 : 2 recalls · 81 complaints
• 2023 : 1 recalls · 20 complaints
• 2024 : 3 recalls · 41 complaints
• 2025 : 4 recalls · 30 complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Nissan Sentra 2020 have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Nissan Sentra 2020. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Nissan Sentra 2020?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: forward collision avoidance (60 of 206 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.