NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 154 owner complaints for the 2007 Nissan Sentra. Most complaints involve air bags (41) and steering (30). The EPA rates it 24–28 mpg combined.
NISSAN IS RECALLING 169,202 MY 2007-2008 SENTRA PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED ROBERT BOSCH MASTER CYLINDER. DUE TO THE MACHINING IRREGULARITY BY THE SUPPLIER, THE INTERNAL SEAL GROOVE IN THE BODY OF SOME BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS MAY ALLOW FOR A GAP IN THE GROOVE CONTACT AREA OF THE SEAL. THIS MAY RESULT IN BRAKE FLUID SLOWLY LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY, CAUSING THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Sentra model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 171 |
| 2001 | 245 |
| 2002 | 333 |
| 2003 | 180 |
| 2004 | 197 |
| 2005 | 170 |
| 2006 | 116 |
| 2007 | 154 |
| 2008 | 167 |
| 2009 | 55 |
| 2010 | 144 |
| 2011 | 142 |
| 2012 | 180 |
| 2013 | 638 |
| 2014 | 380 |
| 2015 | 352 |
| 2016 | 270 |
| 2017 | 231 |
| 2018 | 185 |
| 2019 | 223 |
| 2020 | 207 |
| 2021 | 133 |
| 2022 | 81 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 41 |
| 2025 | 31 |
| 2026 | 19 |
“I BROUGHT THE CAR FROM THE DEALERSHIP WHEN I GOT THE CAR LOU (SELLER) STATED THEY JUST BROUGHT THE BATTERY AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT SHOULD GO OFF AFTER BEING DRIVEN A COUPLE OF MILES THE AIRBAG LIGHT NEVER CAME OFF I WENT TO GET THE INSPECTED AND PAYED 162 AT NISSAN TO BE LOOKED AT THEN 400 AT THE DEALERSHIP TO BE FIXED ANOTHER COUPLE MILES THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON”
“2007 NISSAN SENTRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOSE OF STEERING POWER WHILE DRIVING. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE THE TIRE WAS TURNED ALL THE WAY TO THE LEFT EVEN THOUGH THE STEERING WHEEL WAS STRAIGHT. THE INNER TIE ROD HAD BROKEN. *JS”
“FRONT STRUTS LEAKING, PASSENGER WINDOW SOMETIME WANT ROLL UP OR DOWN, ENGINE TIMING PROBLEM, AND NOW TRANSMISSION CVT PROBLEM.ALL WITH END 160,000 MILES. HOW MANY MILES CAN YOU GET OUT OF A CAR NOW DAYS. GUESS MANUFACTURERS AND MAKING THROW ANY CAR AFTER 100,000 MILES.NOW IT JUST SEATING IN MY YARD.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentra Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 25 | 33 | 28 | $2,200 | 317 |
| Sentra Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 31 | 27 | $2,300 | 329 |
| Sentra Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 30 | 26 | $2,400 | 342 |
| Sentra Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,200 | 370 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
1 safety recall as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 154 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (41), steering (30), power train (17). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2007 Nissan Sentra at 24–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).