2022 NISSAN SENTRA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Nissan Sentra. This model year has 75 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Steering Defects.
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Worst 2022 Nissan Sentra Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Nissan Sentra. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 29 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Nissan Sentra. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 75 most recent complaints
I took my Sentra to Performance Nissan located at 1345 S Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33062 and was refused service. They refused to fix the safety recall on my vehicle because of a rebuilt title. I called Nissan Of America and was told regardless of a rebuilt title a safety …
My car would cut off on me and all the lights would turn on and the engine light. It would shake then slow down and cut off. It happened to me while driving on the freeway. I was able to cut it back on before accident happened. I’d randomly try to start my car and right when I d…
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering independently steered the vehicle over into the next lane. The failure was a persistent failure. The contact stated that the steering wheel was independently steerin…
EGR VALVE HAD GONE OUT - WOULD NOT ALLOW CAR TO START / WHEEL BEARINGS HAD GONE OUT BEFORE RECOMMENDED TIME TO REPLACE / WHEN REPLACING WHEEL BEARINGS CVT SHAFTS WERE STRIPPED FROM MANUFACTURER - SO WAS FORCED TO CHANGE THEM ALSO / ALSO HAD TO CHANGE STRUTS / WAS TOLD BY A MECHAN…
The tie rods make a popping noise and my car keeps going out of alignment
Unknown, after buying vehicle spoke with dealership and they said all recalls had been fixed. Got an update from BMV stating there’s still an open recall on the vehicle.
The front passenger headlight started to go in and out. After a while it started to burn the connector. Also the back passenger side taillight is out too. The plugs in the car also make the speakers turn scratchy and sometimes the shifter would have some trouble going into gear. …
The CVT system is failing since 1 month ago and when I step on the accelerator i heard i weird noise
In the interior of the car on the passenger side there are water droplets. The droplet has no smell. There is no evidence of pooling water when I opened the glove compartment. I felt as far a I could behind the glove compartment for moistener, I couldn’t feel any. However I just …
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop at an intersection, the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the message indicating a malfunction was displayed. The check engine, ABS, …
There are issues with the sensors. Specifically, the collision sensors. I have owned a 2022 Nissan Sentra for a few months now and multiple times have had the traction control malfunction warning, front collision sensor malfunction warning, and back collision sensor malfunction w…
I experienced a second brake booster failure within 1300 miles of the replacement. The booster should be available for inspection, but I do not have it. The dealership has it. On May 9, 2025, at 38,349 miles, my booster failed, experiencing a very loud audible boom and insulati…
On May 9, 2025, my car was idling in my driveway. I put my foot on the brake to leave and heard an explosion so loud it was mentioned in multiple Facebook groups and heard in at least 3 towns. There was insulation hanging from the bottom of my car. It has been towed to the Nissan…
The contact's son owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds at night, the front headlights were independently turning off. The contact had to pull over and turn off and turn on the headlight switch several times before the lights turned on. Add…
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the driver's side floorboard was vibrating. The contact's wife also informed the contact that the passenger's side floorboard was vibrating. The contact stated that the failure was initially occurring…
When I turn my wheel right or left one side make a lot of noise. It’s putting me as risk or driiving and messing up my tires I got a message saying there was recall problem and I can see and hear it needs to be fixed and no haven’t been inspected and it been since last year Janua…
I brought my car in to the local dealer in Olympia WA for a routine oil change and inquired about a wobble when driving on the freeway. I was told that my 5 year tires (purchased less than 1 year ago$800 full set) needed replaced on the drivers side ($224) and that my car maybe …
Window child locks randomly locks windows in position. There's no reason for it to lock them. I've never tried to engage them on purpose since I have no children. Sometimes pushing the child lock hard several times will allow them to unlock but it may lock in that position so I r…
ONE DAY IN JANUARY THIS YEAR, I FELT A VIBRATION IN MY STEERING WHEEL. I BROUGHT MY CAR TO A TIRE SHOP FOR ALIGNMENT AND WHEEL BALANCING BUT THE PROBLEM WAS UNSOLVED. TWO WEEKS AGO WHEN I OPENED THE DMV RENEWAL FORM, I SAW THAT THERE IS A RECALL FOR MY 2022 NISSAN SENTRA. PER NHS…
vehicle started making noises when turning as well as severe steering wheel vibration. there are over 230,000, 2022 sentras that have a recall on bent tie rods. they already had to warrenty a cv axel not even a year into my purchase. We purchased this 2022 sentra in 2022. The car…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Nissan Sentra.
Recalls for 2022 Nissan Sentra
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 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.
2022 Nissan Sentra — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2022 Nissan Sentra reliable?▾
Minor Issues. The 2022 Nissan Sentra has 75 NHTSA owner complaints, 1 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Steering Defects (29 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Sentra?▾
#1: Steering Defects (29 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (21 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (14 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Nissan Sentra?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Nissan Sentra?▾
The 2022 Nissan Sentra has 1 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 75 total NHTSA complaints. 8 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2022 Nissan Sentra. The largest issue: STRUCTURE:BODY. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2022 Nissan Sentra?▾
The 2022 Nissan Sentra has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Steering Defects 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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