Recall Radar

2017 Nissan Sentra recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Nissan Sentra. The most recent was reported on March 3, 2021.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
March 3, 202121V-135Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch807,376
August 21, 201818V-551Electrical system: ignition153,047
April 13, 201717V-253Air bags30,038

Recall details

Exterior lighting: brake lights, switch

March 3, 2021 · Nissan North America, Inc. · Campaign 21V-135

What is wrong: 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.

Risk: The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.

The 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.

Electrical system: ignition

August 21, 2018 · Nissan North America, Inc. · Campaign 18V-551

What is wrong: 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.

Risk: If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The 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.

Air bags

April 13, 2017 · Nissan North America, Inc. · Campaign 17V-253

What is wrong: 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.

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.

The 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.

Other model years of the Nissan Sentra

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Nissan Sentra have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Nissan Sentra, the most recent reported on March 3, 2021. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2017 Nissan Sentra?

Exterior lighting (1), Electrical system (1), Air bags (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 3 of the 3 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.