2016 Nissan Sentra engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 48 complaints for the 2016 Nissan Sentra, 12% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 48 12% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 55,000 miles 24 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 7 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 2 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 4 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 6 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 2 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 0 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 24 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 54,000 miles, and 54% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 2 fires.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan sentra. While driving between 40-60 MPH, there was excessive vibration coming from the front end of the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. Also, while attempting to use the heating system in the vehicle, there was an abnormal smoke odor, and when the brakes are applied the vehicle shutters as if it is about to stall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures.
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle started to lose traction control. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to shift gear, the vehicle started making a grinding sound, causing the vehicle to lose motive power. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired.
Other problems reported for the 2016 Nissan Sentra
- Drivetrain & axles 122 complaints
- Electrical system 45 complaints
- Cruise control 27 complaints
- Air bags 24 complaints
- Brakes 21 complaints
- Fuel system 19 complaints