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Buying a used 2022 Nissan Sentra? Check these 2 recalls first
Two recalls stand out: the critical tie-rod defect, where rods can bend and break, and a high-severity water leak that can corrode electrical parts. Those themes match what owners report to NHTSA — steering leads at 31 complaints and electrical system follows at 24, though such reports are unverified. Total volume is lower than earlier years at 81 complaints, with 1 crash, 8 injuries and no fires. Forward collision avoidance, a top category in 2020 and 2021, drops to 13 here.
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.
- Verify the tie-rod recall repair was performed on this VIN.
- Look for water intrusion — damp carpet, moisture in the spare well, musty smell — and corrosion at connectors.
- Cycle every electrical accessory (windows, lights, infotainment, camera) and have stored fault codes scanned.
- 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 2022 Nissan Sentra
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Sentra steering tie rods can bend and break | Steering | critical |
| Nissan Sentra water leak can corrode electrical parts | Structure | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
81 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 8 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 31 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 24 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 13 | None found |
| Wheels | 8 | None found |
| Engine | 7 | None found |
| Speed Control | 7 | None found |