2014 NISSAN SENTRA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Nissan Sentra. This model year has 378 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2014 Nissan Sentra Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Nissan Sentra. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 182 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 64 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 57 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 51 | 15 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 36 | 7 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 32 | — | 3 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 31 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 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 2014 Nissan Sentra. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 378 most recent complaints
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. However, the seller had an LLC. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 96,642. It was later discovered that the mileage o…
My rear view camera is not making any noise to let me know if somebody is behind me or I’m getting to close to something. Almost hit somebody!
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a mass air flow sensor failure under DTC: P0101. The con…
Unknown.I have problems sometimes after I stop to get out with my doors not unlocking like they should.Happens off and on
While driving, I noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. Within moments, flames appeared in the engine area and spread quickly, causing severe damage to the front portion of the car including the engine, electrical system, and body. No warning lamps, error messages, …
Transmission failed, as I went to turn left it stalled and on coming traffic had to slam on there brakes and 6 veh. Ran into each other i dud not get hit but feel so bad that the 2914 nissan sentra i drive caused this traffic hazard. 2 people had to go to the hospital. It should…
The vehicle sustained major damage in a collision totaling the vehicle and no airbags deployed
CVT problem stopped on highway with kids in car put our life at risk called you all about the extended warranty or help fixing transmission. I was told it’s nothing you all can do because the warranty was expired but there’s a class action lawsuit saying thousands of people are h…
The CVT transmission on this Nissan sentra vehicle failed at 100,000 miles. Had it failed before 84,000 miles it would have been covered under a warranty. The VIN shows this is a Nissan vehicle that had a known defective CVT transmission. Is there any way I can get repairs paid f…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle ceased to accelerate as intended with an abnormally loud sound coming from the transmission. The vehicle eventually came to a complete stop. The vehicle was towed to the…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 35-65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle was slow to respond and to stop. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The contact stated that the engine, traction control, and ABS w…
On 6/22/25, I was in a side-impact collision while turning into a gas station. A driver waved me through, but another car came rushing through the outer lane and hit the front passenger side of my 2014 Nissan Sentra. The impact caused serious damage, but none of the airbags deplo…
The tail light on the drivers rear has condensation. Therefore, my brake lights flicker. When putting the parking lights/headlights on, the power to the gas pedal is cut. RPMs go down and the car simply does not have power to accelerate.
While I’m driving it starts to stall. Especially after I press on the breaks and try to press on the gas again it being ins to like jerk and not want to go. I thought it was my suspension or that it needed a wheel alignment but after paying for those to get renewed it’s still ha…
Transmission failure in under 3 years. I replaced my transmission and rear assembly in 2022-23. It started with pressing the gas pedal and the car wouldn’t accelerate while in heavy traffic. I spent over $3,000 on a brand new engine. Come 2024 the exact same problem with the repa…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle jerked and lost automotive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was …
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle jerked and lost motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The co…
As I was driving on the interstate, traffic came to a complete stop. When the traffic resumed, approximately 2-3 minutes later, I took my foot off the brake to press the gas pedal and vehicle would not drive. I tried shifting the gears to see if the vehicle was stuck in gear, it …
Purchased vehicle from car dealership as is. In 1.5 weeks the CVT transmission went bad
I've looked up the years of my vehicle and the year 2014 falls within transmission problems. Cvt to be exact. My transmission just went out and zero chance of fixing. $5000 minimum. Cut has been known to have faults
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Nissan Sentra.
Recalls for 2014 Nissan Sentra
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 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.
2014 Nissan Sentra — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2014 Nissan Sentra reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2014 Nissan Sentra has 378 NHTSA owner complaints, 27 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (182 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Sentra?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (182 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (64 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (57 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Nissan Sentra?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Nissan Sentra?▾
The 2014 Nissan Sentra has 27 crash-related complaints and 6 fire reports out of 378 total NHTSA complaints. 18 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2014 Nissan Sentra. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2014 Nissan Sentra?▾
The 2014 Nissan Sentra has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain 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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