Model year guide

2019 Nissan Sentra

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Nissan Sentra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 125 on record.

2019 Nissan Sentra — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 Nissan Sentra at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints219
Combined30 mpg
Typical price$15,854

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2019 Nissan Sentra recalls 2

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.

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…

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.

2019 Nissan Sentra common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 219 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2019 Nissan Sentra MPG & running costs

Combined30 mpg
City28 mpg
Highway35 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,183

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

What's a 2019 Nissan Sentra worth?

Low
$12,991
Typical price
$15,854
High
$19,499

From 77 comparable 2019 Nissan Sentra listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Nissan Sentra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,915
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,200
Total$15,115
Per mile$0.20

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 ($15,854) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,658), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2019 Nissan Sentra trims & engines on record

Trims
S · SV
Engines
1.8L · 1.6L

2019 Nissan Sentra vehicles on record

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2019 Nissan Sentra — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Nissan Sentra have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2019 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 2019 Nissan Sentra?

Based on 219 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, power train, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Nissan Sentra get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Nissan Sentra at about 30 mpg combined (28 city / 35 highway).

How much is a 2019 Nissan Sentra worth?

Comparable 2019 Nissan Sentra listings run roughly $12,991–$19,499, typically around $15,854 (from 77 vehicles).

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