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2016 NISSAN SENTRA Safety Overview

The 2016 NISSAN SENTRA has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
  • Air bags
  • Electrical system:wiring

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for NISSAN SENTRA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2016 NISSAN SENTRA 21V135000

Nissan North America, Inc.

The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V135000: The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/3/2021
2016 NISSAN SENTRA 17V253000

Nissan North America, Inc.

In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag doesn't deploy properly, it can increase the risk of injury to passengers.

NHTSA Recall 17V253000: In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag doesn't deploy... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/13/2017
2016 NISSAN SENTRA 16V485000

Nissan North America, Inc.

If the engine room harness loses connection to the ECU, the vehicle may not start or the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V485000: If the engine room harness loses connection to the ECU, the vehicle may not... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/29/2016
2016 NISSAN SENTRA 16V436000

Nissan North America, Inc.

If the wiring harness disconnects, the passenger air bag may not to deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 16V436000: If the wiring harness disconnects, the passenger air bag may not to deploy... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/15/2016
2016 NISSAN SENTRA 16V242000

Nissan North America, Inc.

If the frontal passenger air bag deploys in the event of a crash when a child seat is installed in the front passenger seat, there will be an increased risk of injury to the child in the CRS.

NHTSA Recall 16V242000: If the frontal passenger air bag deploys in the event of a crash when a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/26/2016
2016 NISSAN SENTRA 16V244000

Nissan North America, Inc.

If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 16V244000: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/26/2016

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.