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Buying a used 2019 Nissan Sentra? Check these 2 recalls first
The 2019 Sentra has 2 recalls in this group: a backup camera image that can stay off and a brake light switch that may fail. Recall records and direct checks of the camera and brake lamps are practical starting points. Its 221 owner complaints are unverified reports, including 64 electrical system, 54 power train, 45 unknown or other, and 38 service brake reports. Electrical and power train service history therefore adds useful context beyond the two listed recall repairs.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm backup camera recall completion and image operation.
- Request brake light switch recall records and test brake lamps.
- Ask for electrical diagnostic and transmission repair records.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Nissan dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 Nissan Sentra
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan and Infiniti backup camera image can stay off | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Nissan Sentra Brake Light Switch May Fail | Exterior Lighting | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
221 complaints filed for this model year, including 16 mentioning a crash, 1 a fire and 18 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 64 | None found |
| Power Train | 54 | None found |
| Brakes | 38 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 35 | None found |
| Exterior Lighting | 28 | None found |
| Engine | 20 | None found |