2016 Nissan Sentra service brakes problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2016 Nissan Sentra — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start. The contact stated that the failure recurred after a Volkswagen dealer had completed the vehicle inspection. The dealer shifted to neutral(N) and pushed the vehicle into the garage. The dealer…”
filed Jun 3, 2025
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Brake Light Switch How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Per multiple reports this could cause the car not to start or to indicate to cars that the vehicle is slowing down and…”
filed Dec 18, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes problems in other Sentra years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Sentra | 1 | 4% |
| 2024 Sentra | 4 | 13% |
| 2022 Sentra | 4 | 5% |
| 2021 Sentra | 23 | 18% |
| 2020 Sentra | 25 | 12% |
| 2019 Sentra | 37 | 17% |
| 2018 Sentra | 38 | 21% |
| 2017 Sentra | 21 | 9% |
| 2015 Sentra | 17 | 5% |
| 2014 Sentra | 33 | 9% |
| 2013 Sentra | 95 | 15% |
| 2012 Sentra | 5 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Nissan Sentra
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.