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2017 Nissan Sentra Lights Problems

11 owner-reported lights complaints from NHTSA data

11
Complaints
1
Recalls
1
Crashes
Feb 2022Dec 2023
Date Range

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

Lights Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #21V135000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The brake light switch may become contaminated, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake lights from illuminating.

Fix: Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.

Owner Complaints (11)

criticalEXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS,WHEELS
CrashFiled: Jul 2018

Airbags defective(not working during impact of crash) tires bald 3 front fender bumper off vehicle in motion not turning stationary

NHTSA #: 11110675
highEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Dec 2023

Low beam headlight failed. It is available for inspection. Drove car with only one low beam headlight.

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NHTSA #: 11561413
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING,TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting), and the recall repair was performed. Approximately 4 years after having the recall repair completed, the traction control warning light was illuminated, and the brake lights failed to illuminate while the brake pedal was depressed.

NHTSA #: 11699354
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Mar 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available.

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NHTSA #: 11514728
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Aug 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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NHTSA #: 11480173
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Jun 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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NHTSA #: 11467805
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Mar 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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NHTSA #: 11456618
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Feb 2022

The front of the stop lamp is not working. The lighting of the lamp stopped working.

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NHTSA #: 11453304
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: May 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact was made aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. A dealer was not contacted.

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NHTSA #: 11418270
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: May 2021

The contact owns a 2017 nissan sentra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21v135000 (exterior lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11417654
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: May 2021

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 nissan sentra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21v135000 (exterior lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Berman nissan of chicago (3456 n kedzie ave, chicago, il 60618, (312) 778-6228) was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11416294

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