2016 Nissan Sentra: whining or grinding noise

Filed Dec 4, 2025 · Transmission · 163,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle erratically jerked and the vehicle stalled. The contact noticed an abnormal whining sound. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that days later, while attempting to start the vehicle, the gear shifter was shifted into reverse and the engine seized. The contact stated that the vehicle was inoperable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 163,000.

Filed Nov 17, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · PA

I purchased this vehicle from Capital Auto Auction, and it was listed as having only a “minor engine stutter” and that it “runs and drives.” However, within 5 minutes of driving away from the auction, the vehicle became unsafe and experienced multiple immediate safety failures. The vehicle developed a loud whining noise, lost acceleration, and would not move even with the accelerator pressed. The check engine light and red battery light came on immediately even though these warnings were not disclosed at the auction listing. The car became unable to drive and created a hazardous situation in traffic. I had to call AAA roadside assistance, and the vehicle had to be towed. A Nissan dealership inspected the vehicle and documented that it has serious safety and drivability concerns, including likely transmission failure and possible electrical system tampering. When attempting to diagnose the vehicle, the OBD2 diagnostic port would not power on, which indicates a potential electrical wiring issue or fuse failure. I also discovered signs that the electrical system may have been tampered with prior to the sale, including a blown fuse and wiring abnormalities. The vehicle shows multiple unsafe conditions: * Loss of acceleration in traffic * Sudden transmission failure * Electrical malfunction * Dashboard warning lights not previously disclosed * Diagnostic port not functioning * Battery warning light activation * Car becoming undriveable within minutes of use These issues were not disclosed at the time of purchase and present clear safety hazards, as the vehicle could not accelerate or maintain speed in traffic. I am filing this complaint to report the unsafe condition of the vehicle and the immediate failure that occurred right after purchase. This poses a danger not only to the driver but to other motorists on the road.

Filed Nov 12, 2018 · Body, Transmission · 64,000 miles · AZ

We bought a 2016 nissan sentra in march of 2018. I took it in complaining of a whining noise a few months after having it and was told because they don't see or feel anything there is nothing to be done. Now in november the CVT transmission needs replaced. It punches when you go to take off, feels like it is losing power when driving on the freeway, difficult accelerating, jerks while driving, shifts on its own from about 1.5 RPM up to 3 while driving on the freeway, and nissan said it is out of warranty because I am over 60,000 miles (my mileage is at about 64,000 miles). It's going to cost $4500 to replace it according to nissan. The door handle comes off and it has to be pushed back in, the side view mirrors whistle while driving on the freeway.

Filed Oct 10, 2018 · Body, Steering · 48,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan sentra. While driving 70 MPH, the contact heard a loud whining noise coming from the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle would veer left or right off the road. The contact regained control of the vehicle and resumed driving, but the failure recurred. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to petro nissan (located at 6248 us-98, hattiesburg, ms 39402, (601) 450-1470) where it was diagnosed that the door gasket caused the noise and it needed to be replaced. It was not determined why the vehicle veered from left to right. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and opened case number: 33045074. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jul 20, 2018 · 48,000 miles · CA

Loud wind sound when driving passes 55mph on the freeway both driver and passenger side makes loud howling sound as the wind hits and crosses through both sides of my vehicle. The wind howling sound is really loud when my car is driving against the wind on the freeway, I believe that all of the rubber lining on driver and passenger side needs to be repaired and resealed correctly professionally

Filed Apr 17, 2018 · 50,000 miles · OH

Wind noise from a-pillar at highway speeds with heavy head wind or cross wind that sounds as if the car is howling or honking above 55 MPH