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2016 Nissan Sentra Steering Problems

5 owner-reported steering complaints from NHTSA data

5
Complaints
1
Crashes
Apr 2021Oct 2019
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (5)

criticalSTEERING,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: May 2022

The contact rented a 2016 Nissan Sentra with Turo. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, she heard an abnormal noise before the steering wheel and brakes seized. The contact stated the air bag warning light was illuminated before.

NHTSA #: 11465868
criticalSTEERING
CrashFiled: Oct 2019

Tl* the contact owned a 2016 nissan sentra. While driving approximately 45 MPH and attempting to turn, the steering ability seized and the vehicle crashed head on into a tree. Police report number: 20191420571 was filed.

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NHTSA #: 11267915
mediumSTEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Apr 2021

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan sentra. The contact stated that the day after purchasing the vehicle, the instrument panel went blank and the vehicle failed to start-up after multiple attempts.

NHTSA #: 11414495
mediumSTEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Filed: May 2019

The steering wheel does not stay in place, therefore it's very scary to try to drive on the highway , nissan dealer does not want to fix it they want me to pay for the defective due to warranty

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NHTSA #: 11207614
mediumSTEERING,STRUCTURE
Filed: Oct 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan sentra. While driving 70 MPH, the contact heard a loud whining noise coming from the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle would veer left or right off the road.

NHTSA #: 11139526

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