2017 Nissan Sentra engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 49 complaints for the 2017 Nissan Sentra, 14% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 49 14% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 41,000 miles 20 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 1 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 1 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 6 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 3 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 4 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 20 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 41,000 miles, and 65% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 nissan sentra. While driving various speeds or while parked, the vehicle stalled without warning. The dealer advised the contact to change the fuel from 87 to 91 octane. The contact did as the dealer suggested, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but the cause of the failure was still unable to be diagnosed. The contact stated that diagnostic testing was completed and the results were sent to the manufacturer.
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH coming off the highway and coming to a complete stop at a traffic light, the vehicle was shifted into park to adjust the clock. After shifting to drive and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate above 35 MPH. The contact stated that the check engine and traction control light warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer.
Other problems reported for the 2017 Nissan Sentra
- Drivetrain & axles 75 complaints
- Electrical system 33 complaints
- Cruise control 32 complaints
- Air bags 26 complaints
- Brakes 22 complaints
- Lighting 15 complaints