The 2017 Nissan Sentra's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 225 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

225

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

17V2530002017-13-04

AIR BAGS

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 LEAF and 2014, 2016 and 2017 Sentra vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error within the air bag inflators, the passenger frontal air bag may not properly deploy in the event of a crash.

In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag doesn't deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury to passengers.

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21V1350002021-03-03

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

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.

The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2017 Nissan Sentra has accumulated 225 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train45

02Unknown Or Other20

03Air Bags19

04Engine13

05Exterior Lighting10

225 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Nissan Sentra Fuel Economy

27–32mpg combined

25-29city

30-37hwy

$1,350-$2,150/yr

With 6 configurations tested, the 2017 Nissan Sentra ranges from 27 to 32 MPG combined. That's a 5 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Sentra - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

32mpg

1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

29 city37 hwy~$1,350/yr7/10 Clean

Sentra - Manual 6-spd

30mpg

1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city35 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean

Sentra - Automatic (AV-S7)

29mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city33 hwy~$2,000/yr7/10 Clean

Sentra - Manual 6-spd

28mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city32 hwy~$2,050/yr6/10 Average

Sentra Nismo - Automatic (AV-S7)

27mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city30 hwy~$2,150/yr6/10 Average

Sentra Nismo - Manual 6-spd

27mpg

1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

25 city31 hwy~$2,150/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2017 Nissan Sentra

37States

28%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 13% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

2,58613%

FLFlorida

1,5478%

CACalifornia

1,3527%

GAGeorgia

1,1326%

ILIllinois

9385%

AZArizona

8694%

PAPennsylvania

8644%

DEDelaware

6894%

MOMissouri

6763%

NYNew York

6673%

NCNorth Carolina

6103%

DCWashington DC

5973%

MDMaryland

5763%

TNTennessee

5633%

NJNew Jersey

5233%

OKOklahoma

3812%

OHOhio

3622%

NV340

NHNew Hampshire

3312%

MAMassachusetts

3212%

LA249

WI217

AL201

IN198

CT190

NM182

HI174

RI174

OR173

CO168

MI168

WA166

MN144

VA125

AR98

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2017.

2017 Nissan Sentra: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2017 Nissan Sentra a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2017 Nissan Sentra. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2017 Nissan Sentra?

Yes, 2 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2017 Nissan Sentra?

Fuel economy ranges from 27 to 32 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $304 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2017 Nissan Sentra?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 225 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2017 compare to other Nissan Sentra years?

Each Nissan Sentra model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Nissan Sentra overview page.