2009 Nissan Sentra Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Nissan Sentra. Part of Generation 6 — 2007–2012.

20082010
Complaints
81
per 10K Sold
9.8
US Sales
82,706
Crashes
18
Fires
0
Injuries
23
Fatalities
1
Recalls
1

Worst 2009 Nissan Sentra Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#114 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:82,299 mi
Crash-related:5
#211 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:58,037 mi
Crash-related:2
#37 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:21,420 mi
Crash-related:2
Considering a 2009 Nissan Sentra?

Check the actual VIN — every car is different.

This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).

Check VIN Free

All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Nissan Sentra.

Airbags
14
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
82,299
Steering Defects
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
58,037
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
21,420
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
69,681
Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
50,382
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
32,678
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Sidewall
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

Search Owner Complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan Sentra. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2009 Nissan Sentra

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~7,948 vehicles.

10V401000Equipment:electrical:navigational System(global Positioning System)
~7,948 affected

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.

Other Nissan Sentra Years

2009 Nissan Sentra — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 Nissan Sentra reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2009 Nissan Sentra has 81 NHTSA complaints, 18 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Airbags with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Nissan Sentra?
Top reported problems: Airbags (14 complaints, avg 82,299 mi); Steering Defects (11 complaints, avg 58,037 mi); Brakes (7 complaints, avg 21,420 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Nissan Sentra?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 57,639 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 Nissan Sentra?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Nissan Sentra include 18 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 23 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2009 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 7,948 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2009 Nissan Sentra?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Sentra reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

Check Your Specific 2009 Nissan Sentra

Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.

Check Any VIN — $4.99