2021 Nissan Sentra recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 3 2021 Nissan Sentra recalls, newest first
Sep 8, 2023Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019 to 2021 Altima and 2020 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 23V628000 · Nissan North America, Inc.
Aug 15, 2023Steering, LinkagesNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 to 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.
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 21V461. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V461 will need to have the new remedy completed.
NHTSA campaign 23V581000 · Nissan North America, Inc.
Jun 17, 2021Steering, LinkagesNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 21V461000 · Nissan North America, Inc.
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2021 Nissan Sentra. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2021 Nissan Sentra has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.