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.

5.9

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
13,955 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

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2016 Nissan Sentra accessories - exterior problems

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2016 Nissan Sentra Owner Comments

problem #3

Jan 312020

Sentra

  • miles

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

Defective manucturer window tint has 2 inch round dots all over window tint on car. Driver side door inside unlock button doesn't work.

- Scottsdale, AZ, USA

problem #2

Aug 112019

Sentra

  • 41,864 miles
When the combination switch is used to actuate the windshield washer, the fluid continues to spray after it is released. Only pulling the switch down, and back up, will cause it to stop. This happens regardless of whether the vehicle is parked, or in motion. Occasionally the washers will spray upon starting the vehicle, only stopping with manipulation of the combination switch.

- Kinston, NC, USA

problem #1

Dec 012016

Sentra 4-cyl

  • miles
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that there was an extensive glare that impacted her visibility while starting or operating the vehicle. The contact constantly had to use the visor to prevent the glare. The dealer was notified of the failure and recommended that the contact have the front windshield tinted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN and failure mileage were not available. Updated 01/31/2017

- Burien, WA, USA

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