CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Nissan Sentra has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA, including 22 crashes, 1 fire, 17 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (33 reports).
2006 Nissan Sentra recalls
Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal fragments
Certain 2002-2006 Nissan Sentra vehicles have a passenger-side frontal airbag whose Takata inflator may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The front passenger airbag inflator in these vehicles uses a propellant that can degrade over time after long exposure to high humidity, high heat, and repeated temperature swings.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator can build up excessive internal pressure when it deploys, which may cause it to rupture.
Most common 2006 Nissan Sentra problems
Problem areas named in the 116 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 33 |
| Engine | 19 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 14 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Tires | 5 |
What owners report
Bought a 2006 Nissan Sentra from an individual as a first car for my grandson. Drivers Seatbelt does not retract. Took to body shop and they said it was a safety issue and we would need to take it to the dealer. The Nissan Dealer in Chattanooga said that they could not repair it as the part was discontinued. Did not give us an alternative other than to to google it and fix it ourselves (but it's a safety problem that even a body shop won't touch). So now my Grandson has his first car but it's worthless?
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated then stalled. The contact stated that he was able to restart the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed and the mechanic retrieved DTC: P0335 (Crankshaft) and P0725 (TCM, ECM). The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there would be a diagnostic test fee assessed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag warning light would remain illuminated and the b1066 front passenger air bag module due to electrical circuit shortage. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22E066000 (Air Bags). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 125,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH and exiting the highway, the vehicle decelerated and then lost motive power. The vehicle lost power steering and braking functionality; additionally, the instrument panel went blank. The contact pulled safely off the road and the vehicle would not restart. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts and drove back to his residence. The contact who is an independent mechanic, diagnosed the vehicle with a crankshaft position sensor code (P0335). The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched the failure online and discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V527000 (Engine and Engi
Car has pick up issues. It has been issues when Stop at signal light and I afraid behind cars may hit me. When I did research on internet found many people complained for the same issue. I did replace EVAP canister still has same pick up issue. Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2006 Nissan Sentra questions
Does the 2006 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Nissan Sentra: Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments; Engine And Engine Cooling; Engine And Engine Cooling. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Nissan Sentra?
Based on 116 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (33), Engine (19), Engine And Engine Cooling (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Nissan Sentra has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.