2016 Nissan Sentra electrical system problems
Owners reported electrical system problems in 45 complaints for the 2016 Nissan Sentra, 11% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 45 11% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 47,000 miles 25 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When electrical system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 5 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 6 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 3 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 5 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 25 electrical system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 47,000 miles, and 56% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 fire.
What owners wrote
I was driving when my car which is a push to start completely stopped. I try to restart it but couldn't. I looked underneath the hood and the battery was on fire.
Model 2016 already needs the transmission replaced. Happens often - the dealers even stock it. Will only guarantee the work for one year, as this is a known issue with several class action lawsuits. Car stalls constantly, high and low speeds and must be pushed off the road. Had to tow it to the dealer.
Other problems reported for the 2016 Nissan Sentra
- Drivetrain & axles 122 complaints
- Engine 48 complaints
- Cruise control 27 complaints
- Air bags 24 complaints
- Brakes 21 complaints
- Fuel system 19 complaints