2010 NISSAN SENTRA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Nissan Sentra. This model year has 144 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2010 Nissan Sentra Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Airbag Malfunctions
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Nissan Sentra. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 50 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 43 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 31 | 8 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan Sentra. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 144 most recent complaints
As I was driving on the freeway 65 mph my car completely lost all Speed and the more I accelerated the more my car decreased speed and eventually it shut itself off as i stopped the car as I pulled over there was no time to make it to a safe area for a safe pull over i was on a …
Driving and all the sudden went from 20mph to not even 5mph was able to limp it to a mechanic who said the trans cvt was most likely the problem didnt know nissans has that issue of a fail safe.. thankfully wasn't on a busy road going 80. Have also hurd knocking under the hood a…
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the rear glass fractured after the contact activated the defroster to attempt to defrost the windows. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer …
The car stalls while the vehicle is in motion and has difficulty starting. The car stalls each time after it comes to a complete stop at lights or a stop sign makes it very dangerous
Involved in a motor vehicle t-bone collision. Driver airbag deployed but the panel did not fully come off. Bottom section of the airbag/horn cover came off. Top section did not separate from the rest of the wheel.
Driver airbag randomly went off while driving down the road. Did NOT hit anything, no potholes, or anything that could have set the airbag off. Additionally, the airbag was extremely hot when it went off and burned the drivers arms and face.
Airbag light came on a week ago. Have reset it several times and returns. When the Airbag light goes off the Seat Belt light comes on, and sometimes simultaneously.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH and slowing down due to traffic; after slowing down and attempting to accelerate the vehicle failed to exceed 20 MPH. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact pull…
The airbag suddenly stopped working. Now the airbag sign is always on, signifying that the airbag is not active.
Airbag light blinking all time
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after multiple attempts with an unknown red warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle…
AIRBAG LITGH IS ON. I STARTED THE CAR AND THEN SUDDENLY AIRBAG LIGHT WENT ON AND STAY LIKE IT SINCE.
ISSUE WITH THE OXYGEN SENSOR. THERE IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE KNOCK SENSOR SENDING WRONG INFORMATION TO THE ECU CAUSING THE ENGINE TO ADJUST TIMING. I'VE GONE THROUGH 3 CATALYTIC CONVERTERS DUE TO THIS ISSUE. NISSAN SAYS THEY'RE UNAWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND KNOW OF NO FIX. GOING…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT STARTED TO FLASH. ADDITIONALLY, THE HORN WAS INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GARDENA NISSAN (1670 W REDONDO BEACH BLVD, GARDENA, CA 90247, (310) 532-1600) AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORME…
MY 2010 NISSAN SENTRA (WAS STATIONARY EACH TIME) FAILED TO START SO I REPLACED THE BATTERY AND IT BEGAN STARTING FOR A WEEK.THEN ONE MORNING IT FAILED TO START AGAIN. I CLEANED BOTH THE CABLE ENDS ON THE BATTERY AND EACH POST. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR STARTED AND LASTED A FEW DA…
TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER MOTHER WHO OWNS A 2010 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER MOTHER WAS DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED T…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, AND SLOWING TO MAKE A TURN, THE CAR WAS STILL IN MOTION WHEN THE ENGINE COMPLETELY TURNED OFF, AND PUT THE CAR IN PARK BEFORE IT WOULD RESTART. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE GEAR SHIFTER TO PARK…
WAS DRIVING AND CAR SUDDENLY WOULDN'T ACCERLATE AND JERKING ALONG WITH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON. TRIED TO DRIVE IT NEXT DAY BUT COULDN'T BECAUSE CAR WAS SHAKING BAD AND WOULDN'T MOVE
STARTED BACK IN THE BEGINNING OF 2019. I NOTICED THAT THE OIL HAS BEEN GOING DOWN AND NO EXTERNAL LEAK. I HAVE TO PUT 1/2 A QUART OF OIL A WEEK INTO THE ENGINE AT THIS POINT. I HAVE NOTICED THAT THERE ARE OTHERS THAT ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE WITH NO RESOLVE FROM NISSAN.
HAD A PASSENGER IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. PASSENGER GOT OUT OF CAR, THEN BACK IN CAR. WHEN I SEEN AIR BAG FOR PASSENGER LIGHT. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN LIGHT APPEARED. AIRBAG HAS NOT DEPLOYED OR BEEN IN ACCIDENT.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Recalls for 2010 Nissan Sentra
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2010 Nissan Sentra. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2010 Nissan Sentra — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2010 Nissan Sentra reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2010 Nissan Sentra has 144 NHTSA owner complaints, 11 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (50 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Sentra?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (50 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (43 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (31 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Nissan Sentra?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2010 Nissan Sentra?▾
The 2010 Nissan Sentra has 11 crash-related complaints and 4 fire reports out of 144 total NHTSA complaints. 8 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2010 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2010 Nissan Sentra. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2010 Nissan Sentra?▾
The 2010 Nissan Sentra has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Sentra reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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