2019 NISSAN SENTRA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Nissan Sentra. This model year has 216 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2019 Nissan Sentra Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Nissan Sentra. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 61 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 52 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 43 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 38 | 6 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 34 | 4 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 27 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 14 | 9 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other/I Am Not Sure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Showing 216 most recent complaints
It’s heisitant when excelerating gas pedal. The back up camera display blanks out , when backing up .
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 78,129. It was later discovered from a Carfax Report that the milea…
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the transmiss…
Drivers side Door Lock Actuator could not open the door from the inside handle or outside handle. In 2025 I replaced the part, Feb 2026 had to take the car to the dealership because could not open the door again. Dealership told me the Actuator failed internally. The part was …
Recently, purchased this vehicle for my daughter & on her 2nd day driving it, a warning indicator light with a yellow triangle around an exclamation symbol & malfunction, see owner's manual message. We hade it checked by the purchased dealer who stated that it was probably a faul…
Odometer Fraud. The contact was attempting to purchase a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle was advertised for sale by a local dealer on Facebook Marketplace with a photo of the odometer reading of 72,000 miles. After obtaining a Carfax report for the vehicle…
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report an ongoing and serious issue regarding the transmission in my Nissan vehicle and to request assistance from Nissan North America. This is my third Nissan Sentra Sport, and unfortunately, I have experienced the same transmiss…
The driver side door lock is malfunctioning. Not unlocking or locking consistently from either the keyfob (Changed battery) or when in car. It is a safety issue that I can not lock doors with door lock when in car. Initially driver door effected and now both driver and passenger …
My car just started to have transmission problems. It started to forced especially on hills and the transmission started to force itself and the at 115000 miles the transmission stopped working since it gave us the P 2767. It is just absolutely ridiculous that a new car would not…
No warner went out to head to work. Car moved very rough. Stopped parked car. Had car towed to a mechanic to be told Transmission was shot. 102,000 miles
I am writing to formally report a safety-related defect in my 2019 Nissan Sentra and to request reimbursement for repair costs associated with this issue. My vehicle experienced a failure of the brake light switch, which prevented the car from starting and disabled the brake ligh…
Push to start is having issues. Break stiffens up and car wont start.
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the Push-to-Start feature failed to function as intended. The contact stated that when the brake pedal was depressed, the brake lights failed to activate as designed. The vehicle was…
I purchased a 2019 Nissan Sentra SR (VIN: [XXX] ) as a certified pre-owned vehicle from Star Nissan in Bayside, NY on [XXX]. Since the day of purchase, I have experienced repeated failures when trying to start the vehicle using the push-button ignition. Specifically, when pressin…
The hood latch isn't secure. Hood rattles.
Transmission actively failing. Transmission flush was done at dealership and car began jerking when accelerating and shifting gears. When the transmission flush was done, they did a multipoint inspection and said everything was clear. No lights have come on.
The drivers side door lock is defective. The automatic locking does not work. This is unsafe since the doors need to be locked manually which puts people at right of opening the door while driving. There are currently no recalls or warnings in regards to this malfunction. Also, t…
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission downshifted, and the vehicle stalled. The message to see “Owner's Manual” was displayed. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mech…
Transmission is slipping when trying to go up hills. Also crash detection sensor malfunction and these items need recalled. Especially the transmission when I see I'm not the only complaint.
My car only goes into reverse. It is right under 100 k miles. i have been told it needs a new cvt transmissions and it cost more to replace than what my car is worth. There were no warning lights. It is a 2019 Nissan Sentra.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Nissan Sentra.
Recalls for 2019 Nissan Sentra
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 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.
2019 Nissan Sentra — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2019 Nissan Sentra reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2019 Nissan Sentra has 216 NHTSA owner complaints, 16 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (61 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Nissan Sentra?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (61 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (52 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (43 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Nissan Sentra?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Nissan Sentra?▾
The 2019 Nissan Sentra has 16 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 216 total NHTSA complaints. 18 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Nissan Sentra. The largest issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Nissan Sentra?▾
The 2019 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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