2012 Nissan Sentra vs 2014 Nissan Sentra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Nissan Sentra | 2014 Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 180 | 380 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 107 | 194 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–29 | 30–33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,000 mi | 74,084 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Sentra | Nissan Sentra |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 68 | 182 |
| Engine | 39 | 62 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 51 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 31 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 32 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 33 |
| Structure | 17 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 17 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 27 |
| Stalling | 10 | 41 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 12 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 30 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 24 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 14 |
2012 Nissan Sentra
2014 Nissan Sentra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.