NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Nissan Sentra Safety Record
The 2026 Nissan Sentra has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 8 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
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DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Nissan Sentra has not been subjected to federal crash testing. Consequently, no NHTSA star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model year. Its federal record currently shows a light recall burden, with one active recall campaign. Eight owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, all of which remain unverified. This limited federal footprint is not a measure of crash safety.
The 2026 Nissan Sentra has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall and a Light recall-and-complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 8 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Nissan Sentra?
The 2026 Nissan Sentra's federal safety record is currently incomplete, lacking comprehensive crashworthiness data from NHTSA. As of now, the agency has not published crash-test results for this model year. Therefore, a Safety Index score cannot yet be assigned. One recall has been issued for the 2026 Sentra, related to a potentially improperly formed front seat frame hook bracket. This structural issue, shared with certain 2026 Kicks units, is a significant safety concern. Owners should use the VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov to determine if their vehicle is affected and to schedule the necessary repair. The complaint database for the 2026 Sentra shows eight unverified reports. These complaints, with the most recent filed in May 2026, do not yet include any reported crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities. This early stage of owner reporting places the 2026 Sentra in the Light burden band. Buyers seeking crash-test performance data may refer to previous Sentra model years, which have received Safety Index scores of 88 (2025), 89 (2024), 93 (2023), and 91 (2022). These scores are specific to their respective model years and do not apply to the 2026 Sentra.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
The single recall covering the 2026 Sentra targets the front seat frames: the hook bracket on those frames may be improperly formed, which is the defect Nissan North America identified across certain 2026 Kicks and Sentra vehicles. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in connection with this campaign, but owners should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov to confirm open-recall status.
SEATS26V145000
Risk: 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 were mailed May 18, 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.
Reported 2026-03-13
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Nissan Sentra?
Eight complaints have been filed with NHTSA against the 2026 Sentra. The top reported component category is Unknown or Other, covering five of the eight reports, followed by two alleging Visibility and Wiper concerns. Single reports each touch Back Over Prevention, Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Departure, and Suspension. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
8 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Nissan Sentra?
A significant recall regarding the front seat frame affects the 2026 Sentra. Prospective buyers should confirm remedy completion for any specific vehicle via the free VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov; prior owner action cannot be assumed.
- The 2026 Sentra has no NHTSA crash-test score and no star ratings for this model year. That absence is not a safety signal in either direction.
- One recall is active for the 2026 Sentra, targeting a potentially improperly formed hook bracket on the front seat frames across certain 2026 Kicks and Sentra vehicles. Owners should verify their VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- Eight unverified complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year, with the largest cluster filed under Unknown or Other, and individual reports touching Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Departure, and Back Over Prevention systems.
- Tested sibling years carry Safety Index scores ranging from 88 to 93, but those scores belong exclusively to their respective model years and do not apply to the untested 2026.
FAQ2026 Nissan Sentra safety questions
Was the 2026 Nissan Sentra crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 8 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Sentra have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2026 Nissan Sentra. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Nissan Sentra?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 8 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Nissan Sentra. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Sentra 2026.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.