CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Nissan Sentra has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 185 complaints with NHTSA, including 17 crashes, 3 fires, 10 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (46 reports).
2018 Nissan Sentra recalls
Brake lights may fail to illuminate, raising crash risk
The brake light switch on certain Nissan Sentra vehicles may become contaminated.
Rear camera image can be turned off, raising crash risk
The rear-view camera and display settings can be adjusted so the backup camera image no longer appears on the screen, and the system keeps that setting the next time the vehicle is put in reverse.
Most common 2018 Nissan Sentra problems
Problem areas named in the 185 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 46 |
| Unknown Or Other | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 38 |
| Electrical System | 32 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 31 |
| Engine | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 |
| Air Bags | 9 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 7 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start one day after several attempts and was accompanied by the AEB (Automatic Emergency Braking) sensor and check engine warning lights. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who replaced the battery and brake light switch due to a suspected battery drain caused by a faulty switch. Despite the repair, the failure reoccurred shortly after the repair. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting) and linked the recall to the failure. The manufacturer had not yet been notified of the specific failure. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mil
On Wednesday July 8, 2026 at approx 7:45 AM The powertrain system failed entirely due to a catastrophic malfunction of the Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), which completely and instantly failed with absolutely no prior dashboard warning lamps, check engine lights, or symptoms. While traveling at approximately 40 MPH on a public road, this unexpected defect caused an immediate and total loss of vehicle propulsion in active traffic, forcing following vehicles to brake aggressively to avoid a high-speed rear-end collision. With zero throttle response or engine acceleration, my safety was severely compromised as I was forced to blindly coast across active lanes of traffic to re
At right under 67,000 miles, the car made a loud pop when I went to accelerate from a stop light. The car would only work in reverse at that point. I'm being told that the CVT needs to be replaced. The car isn't even worth the cost of a new transmission.
My vehicle stalled. I had to get someone to help me move it out if a busy traffic thoroughfare. It was making odd noises then was stuck in reverse only. I took it to my mechanic who informed me the transmission had failed and that I needed a new one. I work from home and do not drive my vehicle consistently.
My brake lights suddenly wouldnât turn on and my car wouldnât start. We replaced the brake light switch and it worked for a short while, but it stopped working the same day almost causing several collisions as brake lights wonât turn on. There was a recall on this issue with this year and model, but my VIN number was not included regardless of the symptoms all being there. We had a master mechanic look and diagnose it as a brake light switch issue. The vehicle has been brought to a local Nissan center for similar issues a couple months ago, but it failed several times
2018 Nissan Sentra questions
Does the 2018 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Nissan Sentra: Brake lights may fail to illuminate, raising crash risk; Rear camera image can be turned off, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Nissan Sentra?
Based on 185 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (46), Unknown Or Other (38), Service Brakes (38).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 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.