CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2013-2017 Nissan Sentra has an expensive CVT transmission failure defect that shows up plainly in our complaint data from the earlier model years in this same 7th generation Sentra.

In late 2019, the CVT defect was subject to a class action settlement. However the settlement only covers transmission repairs up to 7 years after purchase or 84,000 miles (whichever occurs first).

Because many owners commonly drive 20,000 miles/year or more, Sentra owners experiencing CVT transmission problems may find they are not covered by this settlement due to the mileage limitation.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
27,444 miles

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2015 Nissan Sentra Owner Comments

problem #16

Apr 202020

Sentra

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

We bought this vehicle brand new in 2016, and it seem to be a nice vehicle until it hit 30,000 miles. When we hit 30,000 miles in April 2020, the brake system failed, causing a passenger side collision, however, there were no injuries. Then in November 2020, the transmission went out. At that time we had to have the front brakes replaced as well. Then in May 2021 at 40,000 miles, we had to replace the front brakes again. In September 2021 at 50,000 miles, the front and rear brakes started grinding and needed replaced, which ended up having the ABS system, ABS module, brake lines, brake rotors, brake calipers, brake drums, and pads replaced. In February 2022 at 58,000 miles, while driving home, there was a loud bang from the front of the vehicle, the vehicle shuddered violently, had very little acceleration, and there was a large amount of white smoke coming from the back of the vehicle. Had the vehicle towed into the service shop, where they stated the engine block had thrown a rod through the engine. Had the engine replaced. Four days after the vehicle was returned, the front suspension collapsed on the tires. Had the front suspension replaced at 58,000 miles. August 2022, the transmission failed once again at 69,000 miles, and also had to replace the front brakes again. At 76,000 miles, in March 2023, had to once again replace front brake pads, rotors, and passenger caliper. No rear drums and pads need replaced. Vehicle ABS system is nonresponsive, ABS light is on once again, when, pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle does not stop just like when ABS system and module was replaced prior. Emergency brake does not work as well. I have contacted Nissan several times, to which I was told they would no longer service my vehicle. Now I am wondering what to do at this point.

- Omaha, NE, USA

problem #15

Jul 132022

Sentra

  • 113,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH and slowing down for a traffic sign, the vehicle stalled. The contact immediately stopped the vehicle and placed the gear shifter in park(P) and restarted the vehicle however, the vehicle stalled again. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated and had been illuminated since owning the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that she had experienced failure of the brakes with a metal-on-metal sound while depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated that the failure had become a recurring failure with the engine and the brakes. The contact had taken the vehicle to an unauthorized dealer who diagnosed that the gasoline cap and front and rear brake pads needed to be replaced. The vehicle had been repaired. The contact stated that the brakes were replaced; however, the engine stalling failure recurred. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The vehicle had been taken to an authorized dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.

- Gainesville, FL, USA

problem #14

Oct 112020

Sentra 4-cyl

  • 68,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds on a bumpy road, the vehicle would skip to the passenger's side. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front passenger's side lower control arm ball joint had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, while driving 20 MPH on an uneven road surface, the vehicle started shuddering with an abnormal rattling sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle would make abnormal squeaking sounds while turning to the left. Additionally, the contact stated that the front service brakes, brake rotors, and the rear service brakes were replaced twice within four years; however, the vehicle would emit a metallic grading sound while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000. Diagnostic was done on 4-6-2022 stating that the problem is the same problem as the recall that was put out for 19s26 by Ford.

- Beverly, MA, USA

problem #13

Apr 212021

Sentra

  • 110,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Cvt transmission problems. Vehicle was jerking, would change shifts, didn't want to go over 20 and then couldn't get it to run. Car turned off on its own at a light. This happened on the freeway putting in danger since dropped speed and had hard time going up bridges. Then it did it in city limits. Stop signs and at lights.

- Rosenberg, TX, USA

problem #12

Aug 172020

Sentra

  • 36,000 miles
Car will just randomly stall in the middle of traffic I loose a power or stealing then will slowly come to a stop my breaks lock and car start clicking then shuts off. Once I sit for a bit restart it it will start up like nothing happend it had happend to me twice in less the two weeks apart. Both times happend when car ran for about 10-20 mins with no movement then once I start driving it occurs.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #11

Oct 012019

Sentra

  • 28,000 miles
When braking from high speeds the car shakes and does not want to stop. I put both of my feet on the pedal as hard as I can. This happens unexpectedly and not all of the time. When just driving around town breaking is fine. No shake in the pedals. I took it to a dealership and they couldn't find a code. I also took to the mechanic ( afc certified). They said my pads are at 60% and the rotors were in good condition.

- Exeter, NH, USA

problem #10

Sep 202019

Sentra

  • 24,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. While making a U turn, the vehicle failed to stop when the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. As a result, the contact struck a parked vehicle. There were no injuries. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact was able to use the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The contact drove to a police department to file a report. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to advance auto where it was diagnosed that the anti-lock system failed and there was a brake fluid leak. On another occasion, when starting the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal to shift into drive, the vehicle moved forward and struck a wall at the contact's residence. The contact stated that he was pumping the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to stop. There were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 24,000.

- Guayama, PR, USA

problem #9

Oct 012019

Sentra

  • miles
A delay in the brake application while going to brake, lengthening the brake time which increases chances of crash.

- Temple, GA, USA

problem #8

Apr 242017

Sentra

  • 36,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. While driving various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact also heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear wheels. The rear brakes were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer on several occasions, but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 36,000. The VIN was not available.

- Queens, NY, USA

problem #7

Apr 012016

Sentra

  • 2,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. When the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle did not respond. Also, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate from a complete stop. The failures occurred without warning and were intermittent. The dealer could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.

- South Gate, CA, USA

problem #6

Jul 182016

Sentra

  • 14,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The first issue occurred July 18. During my trip to Virginia, I began to lose braking. The car would then shut off. I was entering into arlington, in a high traffic area. This issue was dangerous to me and other drivers. Eventually, the car shut off every time I braked. It was towed to passport Nissan in va, where it was diagnosed as transmission/torque converter issues. The next event occurred on pulaski highway in Maryland during rush hour. I pulled out of a convenience store, went to accelerate, and the car would not move. The engine was fully engaged. Again, it was towed. I am told this is also a transmission issue. My vehicle was pushed off the road by a state highway administration vehicle and sustained body damage as a result. I am requesting a buyback from Nissan.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #5

Jan 012016

Sentra

  • 2,500 miles
1-- the dashboard is has a bigger gap on the driver side in relation to the door than the passenger side. 2- tires don't respond immediately when driving off from a parking lot where the surface is not too smooth(not smooth enough) 3.the brakes don't work properly when driving les than 35 miles an hour it rolls instead of stopping the car at point of contact with the brake pedal

- Tarzana, CA, USA

problem #4

Apr 012016

Sentra

  • 3,500 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. While driving 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond without warning. The contact applied the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 3,500.

- Waynesboro, VA, USA

problem #3

Dec 202015

Sentra

  • 900 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. While driving 35 mph, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard when it was depressed. When the vehicle was finally stopped, it jerked as if it wanted to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the master cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact retrieved the vehicle, but noticed no change. The failure recurred and the vehicle eventually had to be towed back to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the booster needed to be replaced. The repairs was performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 900.

- Memphis, TN, USA

problem #2

Jun 302015

Sentra 4-cyl

  • miles
The contact rented a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the braking vacuum assist engaged independently without warning. The vehicle was towed to an unknown location but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Ann Arbor, MI, USA

problem #1

Apr 282015

Sentra

  • 1,200 miles
Applied the brakes to the floor and it slid on an inclined road after being in a complete stop, resulting in rear ended straight the front vehicle. Air bags deployed causing burns and seat belt bruises. The force was significant enough to bend a metal bar. I can't explain how the inclined surface didn't even help stop the car for it seems to still be going instead of stopping. It shouldn't have been such a bad impact since gravity and friction where working to stop the car. I can't explain it.

- El Paso, TX, USA

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