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2020 Nissan Sentra Recalls

4 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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4

NHTSA campaigns

3

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Sep 8, 2023

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Nissan Sentra average of 4.3 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2020 Nissan Sentra recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 23V628000

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Reported Sep 8, 2023

What is recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety consequence

A rearview camera that does not properly display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and harness for damage and replace them as necessary. If no damage is found, the dealer will apply protective tape and reroute the rearview camera harness. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C3.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V581000

Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Reported Aug 15, 2023

What is recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.

Safety consequence

A bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Owners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23B3. This recall replaces and expands recall number 21V-461. Vehicles previously repaired under 21V-461 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V244000

Exterior Lighting › Headlights

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Reported Apr 13, 2022

What is recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Sentra vehicles, equipped with LED headlights. The right-hand headlight aim may be misaligned. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety consequence

An improperly aimed headlight may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the right-hand headlight, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R20B4.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 21V461000

Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Reported Jun 17, 2021

What is recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.

Safety consequence

A bent tie rod can break, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right tie rods as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PM985.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Nissan Sentra model years

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2020 Nissan Sentra recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Sentra have?

This verified dataset contains 4 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2020 Nissan Sentra. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2020 Nissan Sentra?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology