2021 Nissan Sentra Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 132 owner complaints for the 2021 Nissan Sentra. The EPA rates it 32 to 33 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Recalls
3
Owner complaints
132
Crashes / fires reported
14 / 1
EPA combined
32–33 MPG

2021 Nissan Sentra recalls

  • Back Over PreventionSep 8, 2023 · NHTSA 23V628000+

    Risk: A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  • SteeringAug 15, 2023 · NHTSA 23V581000+

    Risk: A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23B3. This recall replaces and expands recall number 21V-461. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V-461 will need to have the new remedy completed.

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.

  • SteeringJun 17, 2021 · NHTSA 21V461000+

    Risk: A bent tie rod can break, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PM985.

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.

Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.

Most reported 2021 Nissan Sentra problems

Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.

  • Steering40
  • Forward Collision Avoidance39
  • Electrical System38
  • Service Brakes24
  • Unknown or Other19
  • Engine7
  • Suspension6
  • Vehicle Speed Control6

2021 Nissan Sentra gas mileage

EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Sentra2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios)293933$1,950
Sentra SR2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios)283732$2,000

Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.

Questions

Does the 2021 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2021 Nissan Sentra, most recently for the back over prevention (Sep 8, 2023). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2021 Nissan Sentra problems?

Owners filed 132 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are steering (40), forward collision avoidance (39), electrical system (38).

What gas mileage does the 2021 Nissan Sentra get?

The EPA rates the 2021 Nissan Sentra at 32 to 33 MPG combined (best version: 29 city / 39 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.