2026 Nissan Sentra Safety Rating

2026 NISSAN SENTRA 4 DR N/A FWD

NHTSA Overall Rating
Not Rated
NaN
1 Recall1 Complaint

Crash Test Results

Frontal Crash
Not Rated
Full-width barrier test at 35 mph
Side Crash
Not Rated
Moving deformable barrier at 38.5 mph
Rollover
Not Rated
Static stability factor + dynamic test
Side Barrier
Not Rated
Side barrier impact protection
Combined Side
Not Rated
Combined side barrier and pole rating

Recall History

1 official NHTSA recall โ€” all repairs are free at authorized dealerships

Campaign #26V145000Filed: 13/03/2026
Component: SEATS
Summary

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Kicks and Sentra vehicles. The hook bracket of the front seat frames may be insufficiently welded, which can cause the front seat frames to become loose. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence

A loose seat may not restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA64. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 13, 2026.

Owner Complaints

Complaints filed with NHTSA by 2026 Nissan Sentra owners

1
NHTSA complaint filed for this vehicle
Owner complaints help NHTSA identify potential safety defects that may lead to recalls. A high complaint count may indicate a recurring issue worth investigating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Nissan Sentra safe?

NHTSA safety rating data is not available for the 2026 Nissan Sentra. Please check the NHTSA website directly for the most current information.

How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Sentra have?

The 2026 Nissan Sentra has 1 official NHTSA recall. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealership. Always check if your VIN is affected by visiting the NHTSA recall lookup tool.

What is the crash test rating for the 2026 Nissan Sentra?

NHTSA tests vehicles at their Vehicle Research and Test Center in Ohio using standardized crash test protocols.