2017 Nissan Sentra Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 231 owner complaints for the 2017 Nissan Sentra. The EPA rates it 27 to 32 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 3
- Owner complaints
- 231
- Crashes / fires reported
- 29 / 6
- EPA combined
- 27–32 MPG
2017 Nissan Sentra recalls
Exterior LightingMar 3, 2021 · NHTSA 21V135000+
Risk: The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.
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.
Electrical SystemAug 22, 2018 · NHTSA 18V551000+
Risk: If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Air BagsApr 13, 2017 · NHTSA 17V253000+
Risk: 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.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2017 Nissan Sentra problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Power Train76
- Engine48
- Unknown or Other38
- Electrical System33
- Vehicle Speed Control32
- Air Bags26
- Service Brakes22
- Exterior Lighting15
2017 Nissan Sentra gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentra | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 37 | 32 | $2,000 |
| Sentra | 1.8 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,150 |
| Sentra | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,750 |
| Sentra | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,850 |
| Sentra Nismo | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Automatic (AV-S7) | 25 | 30 | 27 | $2,950 |
| Sentra Nismo | 1.6 L 4 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,950 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2017 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Nissan Sentra, most recently for the exterior lighting (Mar 3, 2021). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Nissan Sentra problems?
Owners filed 231 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are power train (76), engine (48), unknown or other (38).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Nissan Sentra get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Nissan Sentra at 27 to 32 MPG combined (best version: 29 city / 37 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.