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2009 Nissan Sentra problems

The most common problem on the 2009 Nissan Sentra is airbags, typically around 79,000 miles. It has fewer complaints than a typical Sentra model year.

Fewer complaintsAmong the best years of this model
Year score
83/100
Owner complaints
55
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
87
Worst area
Airbags
Fuel economy
24-29mpg

The worst 2009 Nissan Sentra problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Airbags
    15
  • Steering
    11
  • Brakes
    10
  • Body
    6
  • Electrical
    6
  • Engine
    6
  • Suspension
    5
  • Fuel system
    4
  • Tires
    4
  • Transmission
    3
  • Locks
    2
  • Wheels
    2
  • Acceleration
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Seat belts
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 2009 Nissan Sentra

Airbag light 5Grinding brakes 5Stalling 5

Recalls 1

Equipment: electrical: navigational system(global positioning system)Reported September 10, 2010 · 7,948 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected GPS units can overheat.
Risk
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1‑866‑957‑1981 or nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 10V401000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2009 Nissan Sentra

Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Nissan Sentra 87

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 87 bulletins for the 2009 Nissan Sentra

2009 Nissan Sentra fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.0L 4‑cylFWD24-2631-3427-29
2.5L 4‑cylFWD21-2429-3024-26

What 2009 Nissan Sentra owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 3, 2024 · Airbags · PA

My car is included by year in the current airbag recall. However it comes up negative and the airbag icon started blinking last week. There were no incidents prior to the blinking.

Filed Apr 14, 2023 · Brakes, Suspension · PA

My brake line broke in three pieces while I was driving on the highway visiting my son I almost lost my life the brakes did not work all of the fluid came out thank God I didn’t die there was no sign on the dashboard also my brakes even when I change the pads the rotors and calipers they always make noise. I change brake pads every year and that’s not right I don’t think so. I always buy the best quality even when purchased fluids always buy CVT oil and I get it from the Nissan dealership.

Filed Nov 4, 2022 · Brakes · PA

I was driving on the interstate to go and visit my granddaughter from PA to New York when all of a sudden I press on the break pedal and the brakes stopped working there was no warning sign on the dashboard I was alone in the car and afraid I started to slow down there was a lot of traffic trucks and I pulled over on the side slowly and use the emergency break and thank God I’m alive today to tell you my ordeal thank God I didn’t get hurt and no one got hurt and the best part I got to see my granddaughter 9 hours later. Basically I was informed that my brake line was broke in three pieces I cannot believe it just be careful always check your brake line thank you stay safe out there!!

Filed Sep 23, 2020 · Airbags · 94,000 miles · NY

The air bag warning light pop on when I was stopping for red light. The car has not been in a crash ,fire , or flood. The air bag module must be a manufacturer problem, this is not no routine maintenance problem. There are other nissan models with same problem. Please don't let manufacturers get away with this, it is putting me and my passengers in very high danger. This is a item only manufacturers have easy access to.I payed alot of money for vehicle, please add my vehicle for recall , there's no where else to turn to. Thank for your help and consideration.

Filed Sep 15, 2020 · Airbags · 92,550 miles · NY

Air bag light flashes continuesly

Filed Sep 10, 2019 · Transmission · 90,000 miles · OH

I have been getting grinding noises from my transmission since the fall of 2016. Took the car into the georgesville nissan shop in columbus, oh where they stated they can't recreate the noise or hear it even though the noise is noticeable when the car starts to move after sitting still for at least half an hour. It sounds as if someone isn't pushing on the clutch before changing gears, the problem is though this is an automatic transmission. I have gone to the shop a few times where I've been given the same thing, they can't recreate it. My car was under warranty at the time and now it's not. I feel as though this was them trying to not replace my transmission under warranty. The car was around 90k miles when the problem started and I've been there two or three times. Now my car is at 123k miles and I am no longer covered by the warranty. I am currently at work and can not upload my receipts from my visit but will send pictures when need be. I'm sure I have a video I recorded of the noise to, if not, I have a dashcam that I'm sure has recorded the sound many times over.

Filed Jul 29, 2019 · Transmission · 145,500 miles · CA

My vehicles transmission warranty ended at 120,000 miles. My vehicle has about 145,500 miles. I've read online these vehicles with CVT transmission have issues with repair code p0744. They have a service bulletin for older vehicles except mine to replace transmission valve body assembly. I called nissan consumer affairs and was told they cannot help because warranty expired and vehicle is old. All I'm asking for them to cover most of the repairs or all of it. In this case vehicle car was being driven. Vehicles RPM fluctuated? Jerked and lost speed, then speed would increase. Repairs is going to cost me over $1200.00.

Filed Jun 4, 2019 · Airbags · 200,000 miles · OK

"takata recall" when the car is started the airbag light starts blinking .I have taken my car to 2 dealerships and they have informed me that it is the clock spring in the car. And that it was unsafe to drive because if I were to get into a wreck or if someone was to hit me and my children the airbags would not deploy . The clock spring in the staring will also controls the passenger side airbag and that will not deploy as well .

Filed Dec 17, 2018 · Suspension · 76,535 miles · WV

Was towed in and the lf ball joint is rusted and fell apart. The stud and nut are still attached to the knuckle and the ball pulled out of the socket. This allowed the suspension of drop that corner of the car down and pull the cv axle out of the transmission. Just pulling out from home.

Filed Dec 3, 2018 · Electrical, Fuel system · 70,000 miles · WV

Takata recall car stalls out and dash board lights up with every warning signal, every time I brake to quickly when hitting a red light but check engine light isn't regularly on. My problem matches another type of 2009 nissan sentra problem but my exact model is not recalled. Purchased brand new starter, alternator and battery to no avail another recall says mass airflow sensor and fuel pump.

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Questions about the 2009 Nissan Sentra

Is the 2009 Nissan Sentra reliable?

Owners have filed 55 complaints about the 2009 Nissan Sentra, fewer than a typical Sentra model year.

What is the 2009 Nissan Sentra year score?

The 2009 Nissan Sentra scores 83 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Nissan Sentra: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2009 Nissan Sentra?

Airbags, with 15 complaints, typically around 79,000 miles. Next is steering (11).

How many recalls does the 2009 Nissan Sentra have?

1 recall, covering equipment.

What year does the Nissan Sentra have bad airbags?

The Nissan Sentra model years with the most airbags complaints are 2013 (96 complaints), 1996 (53 complaints) and 2008 (53 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2009 Nissan Sentra get?

Official estimates for the 2009 Nissan Sentra range from 24 to 29 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 24-26 city and 31-34 highway.

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