3 model-year recall campaigns were returned for the 2021 Nissan Sentra.
Methodology: recall and complaint counts are pulled from NHTSA public data by make, model, and model year during the site build. This page is not a VIN-specific open-recall status.
Data sources: NHTSA recalls retrieved: 2026-09-09 (cache). Complaints retrieved: 2026-09-09 (cache). These are automated source snapshots; confirm current VIN applicability with NHTSA and the manufacturer.
3Recall campaigns
130Complaints
1Fire reports
14Crash reports
Recall campaign details
Recall STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY#21V461000Reported 17/06/2021
Defect
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.
Risk
A bent tie rod can break, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Recall STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY#23V581000Reported 15/08/2023
Defect
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.
Risk
A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Recall BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA#23V628000Reported 08/09/2023
Defect
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."
Risk
A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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Top components in 130 NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Nissan Sentra. Owner reports are not confirmed defect findings.
STEERING40
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM37
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE11
UNKNOWN OR OTHER10
SERVICE BRAKES9
POWER TRAIN4
SUSPENSION3
ENGINE3
Frequently asked
How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan Sentra have?
3 model-year recall campaigns were returned for the 2021 Nissan Sentra.
Do I have to pay to fix a Nissan recall?
Safety recall remedies are generally provided without charge for eligible affected vehicles. Eligibility and remedy availability depend on the campaign, including vehicle-age rules. Contact the manufacturer or an authorized dealer with your VIN to confirm coverage and next steps.
Is this recall list specific to my VIN?
This page lists campaigns for the 2021 Nissan Sentra model year. It does not confirm whether your VIN is affected or whether a repair is still needed. Use the official NHTSA VIN lookup at https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls or contact Nissan. Recent and some older recalls may not appear in the VIN tool.
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