Model year guide

2018 Nissan Sentra

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Nissan Sentra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 96 on record.

2018 Nissan Sentra — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Nissan Sentra at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints183
Combined30 mpg
Typical price$14,483

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2018 Nissan Sentra recalls 2

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #19V654000 · 12/09/2019

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and displ…

Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-620…

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #21V135000 · 03/03/2021

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Nissan Sentra common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 183 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2018 Nissan Sentra MPG & running costs

Combined30 mpg
City27 mpg
Highway34 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,313

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Nissan Sentra worth?

Low
$9,295
Typical price
$14,483
High
$17,998

From 61 comparable 2018 Nissan Sentra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Nissan Sentra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,565
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,050
Total$14,615
Per mile$0.19

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($14,483) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,430), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Nissan Sentra trims & engines on record

Trims
S · SV · SR
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl 130 hp

2018 Nissan Sentra vehicles on record

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2018 Nissan Sentra — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Nissan Sentra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 Nissan Sentra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Nissan Sentra?

Based on 183 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, steering, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Sentra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Nissan Sentra at about 30 mpg combined (27 city / 34 highway).

How much is a 2018 Nissan Sentra worth?

Comparable 2018 Nissan Sentra listings run roughly $9,295–$17,998, typically around $14,483 (from 61 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.