I was traveling on ventura blvd. At a normal speed of traffic when someone abruptly stopped in front of me. This happened in encino, ca. On January 8, 2014. The car literally after applying the brakes, kept going and there was no difference between me applying the brakes or not. I could not believe it! it totaled my car, and the person whom I hit have had neck/back injuries! I am lucky to be alive since the weakest crash test was the front end, driver side!! I was injured too my knee swelled and my hand was swollen. When I addressed this to Nissan, there was no response.

- Lake Balboa, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle shook and jerked violently when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the brake failure. The dealer was able to duplicate the failure, but could not determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the brakes were operating as designed. The failure mileage was 100. !....updated 07/31/14 updated 8/31/2017

- Miskayuna, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the push button start feature failed to engage the engine. In addition, the brakes failed. The contact had to increase the braking distance in order to stop the vehicle. The contact also heard a loud metal grinding sound near the front passenger side. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions. The brake sensor was replaced, but the failure recurred. The push button start was not replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 6,000.

- Oceanside , CA, USA

While supposedly "stopped" at a red light, I realized I was rolling forward with the brake depressed. I pressed the brake pedal to the floor and the car stopped. When I accelerated ever so slightly, the car bucked and jolted forward. I slowed to a stopped with barely there brakes, put the car in park and pumped up the brakes, raising the pedal. This seemed to temporarily help, but the pedal went to the floor again the next time attempted to stop. Car is at the dealership now. I am awaiting their call.

- Phillipsburg, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, the brakes were applied and abnormally traveled to the floorboard. The vehicle did not respond to braking attempts and the contact had to repeatedly pump the brake to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that both master wheel cylinders would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacture was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 22,488.

- Gainesville, GA, USA

Around 8K my car started with a grinding noise when I would step on the brakes took it for service said the car needed brake fluid, now not even 3months later my car has the similar grinding noise on & off at times not when I step on the brake but when car is running will be taking it to service tomorrow.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

I only had my car for about 10 months. I keep my car updated with the maintenance. I drove to las vegas, Nevada Friday afternoon. My car was running great I get to las vegas Nevada I here this loud grinding crinkly noise coming from my engine or transmission. I take it to planet Nissan in las vegas Nevada. They took forever to even take me as a customer. Then they come out and say you are not eligible for a rental and your transmission went out. They proceeded to tell me that I will be responsible for the car as far as picking it up when its fixed. This is the worst experience I had with cars. This is the third time something bad happens to this car and its supposed to be brand new. I bought it with 32 miles on it. Mind you all this was on a trip I took to vegas with my family. My two year old son was drained from this experience having to spend 6 hours at planet Nissan. They even try selling me a another new Sentra.

- Oceanside, CA, USA

I purchased the vehicle in April. Two months later I realized that when in drive when I set my foot on the brake I would hear a grinding noise in the back of the car. When I would put it in reverse the noise would not occur. It was always when I would hit the breaks until the car came to a complete stop. It would not make the noise when I hit the breaks suddenly. When I called Nissan and brought it in for them I was told that it was a fluid problem. After 2 weeks the noise began again, now it has stopped and goes on and off. Also I have noticed that the indicator for the passenger air bag will be off at times when there is an adult sitting in the seat. This also happens on and off. I have had it though, where the indicator has come on saying the air bag is off for 3 days in a row, having someone sitting in it. The third problem is that the windshield wiper fluid does not spray correctly. It pools at the bottom of the windshield and so it does not clean it correctly. Finally the last problem is that I have noticed when I fill up the gas tank the amount of miles I get are different every time. I have a particular routine everyday and every weekend. At times it seems I have more gas than when I have filled it up before. When I have used the eco button at times, it seems that once in a while it will work the way it is supposed too. Most of the time it seems that the car just guzzles gas more than usual.

- Millsboro, DE, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact was driving approximately 20 mph and crashed into a deer. The contact stated that the brakes were applied but did not respond. The vehicle sustained body damage as a result of the crash. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was not taken for inspection of the braking failure or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 21,000.

- West Leechburg , PA, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the brakes seized and caused the contact to crash into the rear of another vehicle. There were no injuries and a police report was filed of the incident. The vehicle was towed to a collision repair shop where the technician diagnosed that the entire front end of the vehicle would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the incident. The approximate failure mileage was 900.

- West Leachburg, PA, USA

Notices a creaking noise from passenger side rear brake at slow speed approx 3 weeks ago, intermittent. Was driving on Friday 11/22 and heard a loud thump, checked car and didn't see anything. Driving about 1/2 hour later, head a loud thump and felt the car jerk. Stopped, visual check of car tuned up nothing. Continued to drive and then right rear brake started to squeak, which turned into a loud grinding noise. Got the car to local Nissan dealership, and upon inspection said that the rear brakes had failed and needed new drums and pads! 11K miles on drum rear brakes should not result in failure. Covered under warranty, but nervous to drive thr car now.

- Massapequa, NY, USA

I took my car in for the third time about the rear brakes. At first there was a grinding noise. I was told something had gotten loose and that it was fixed. It wasn't, I took back a second time, I was told that they had to put some more lube on it. Well that worked for a little bit. Now I can't back up without the brakes squeaking like crazy, the grinding is back and now when I turn the wheel you hear a clunking noise. Also the brake pads are already worn.... on an 8 month old car! I have emailed Nissan about this and waiting for a reply. I am filing a report to the attorney general and Nissan. If this is not fixed I plan to use this lemon law. I have all the noise recorded on video and kept all the records of when the car went in. The brakes wearing out this fast is ridiculous on a new car! if the brakes fail, I could get into an accident and then it's my fault. Oh and as for the squeaking of the brakes, "it's a case by case issue." Which mean it could take at least a month before it is repaired. But the dealership assured me that no other damage will be done.... then why are things getting worse!

- Hollywood, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the contact notice a loud grinding sound when applying the brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the brake drums needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 4,800.

- Potsvam, NY, USA

1st incident with our new 2013 Nissan Sentra occurred @ 247 mi., in our possession less than 1 week, going 50mph (2 children in car with me), car just shut off. Dealer reset computer system. It has been down hill since, I took it in today for the 5th time since it was purchased 3.5 months ago (it now has 3700mi). Repeated issues with RPM's running high anywhere between 2,000 & 4,000 or at an all most stop will flutter down to 0 like it's going to stall. Crackling/rattling noises from the driverside dashboard. Now also coming from the A-pillar (?). issues with speakers (static/crackling noises) had the same break and airbag light issues. There is now growling noises coming from front, car seems to "buck" around 2-4K RPM's. oh yeah my driver door handle is now falling apart. Did I cover all the problems I have had with a $20+ brand new car"??? I think so, but then again we haven't owned it all that long! I did open a claim with Nissan Consumer Affairs when it was in on it's 3rd visit, I was denied a repurchase, but rest assured a Nissan certified repair shop will fix any problems. Waiting on dealership to decide if they can do anything"! next step attorney!!!!!

- Grantville, PA, USA

I took my car to the dealership on 4/26/13 upon hearing a rubbing noise in the back when brakes are applied at 20 mph & lower speeds. First time dealership couldn't "heat" or find a problem. Brought it back in on 5/10/13 for same problem. Shop fireman verified noise. Determined it was a rear wheel bearing. Brought the car back to the service department on 6/4/13 for same problem. Nissan said rear brakes needed more lube. Problem continued after. On 9/6/13 took car back to dealership service department for same problems. Nissan is now saying rear wheel cylinders should be replaced but that it is not a safety issue. Waiting on parts to come in to fix problem.

- Rockwall, TX, USA

Bought car May 2013. In July 2013 heard noise when braking. Took to Nissan dealer service dept. Told it was the rear wheel cylinder. Said they needed to order the parts. Awaiting call.

- Baltmore, MD, USA

I leased a 2013 Nissan Sentra from Nissan 46, NJ in March, 2013 and from July, I kept hearing a loud grinding noise from rear part of the car every time I pressed down on the brake pedal.

- Ridgewood, NJ, USA

Grinding noise from rear brakes when stopping from slow speeds, I was told it was a part that can rust when sitting for a short period of time but would stop. Problem still exist. Going to take car in for another inspection 8/20 hoping for better results.

- Holland, MI, USA

Since 6/15/2013 rear passenger side drum brakes making abnormal noise. Finally Nissan(hudson Nissan) replaced part no. 44100-3sg0A cylinder rear on 7/11/2013. Almost one month Nissan did not repair and ask me to drive. On 7/24/13 during the driving, brake was extremely loose and press pad all the way to the flower to stop the vehicle @ 4224(mil). Nissan called and no abnormality found. No root cause found, no corrective action results re-occurrence and this is not safe to drive.

- North Charleston, SC, USA

I purchased the vehicle from buena park Nissan at the end of may and in mid-June/ early July I kept hearing a loud grinding noise every time I pressed down on the brake pedal. On July 15th I took the vehicle to the Nissan dealership for an oil change and mentioned the noise to the representative. I was told that a part had been ordered and I would be contacted when it arrived. I have still not been contacted by the dealership. Recently I experience the car move even though I have the brake petal firmly pressed down.

- La Mirada, CA, USA