general problems of the 2015 Nissan Sentra

15 problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 2015 Nissan Sentra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2015 Nissan Sentra based on all problems reported for the 2015 Sentra.

1 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/22/2025

While actively pressing on brake at a stop sign, car started moving. Car only stopped when it bumped into car in front and had to be completely turned off. Even with hand brake and in park, car kept moving.

2 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2023

The contact owns a 2015 nisan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact also stated that while slowing the vehicle, he heard an abnormal grinding sound emanating from the brakes. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,600.

3 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 07/13/2022

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving approximately 5 mph and slowing down for a traffic sign, the vehicle stalled. The contact immediately stopped the vehicle and placed the gear shifter in park(p) and restarted the vehicle however, the vehicle stalled again. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated and had been illuminated since owning the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that she had experienced failure of the brakes with a metal-on-metal sound while depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated that the failure had become a recurring failure with the engine and the brakes. The contact had taken the vehicle to an unauthorized dealer who diagnosed that the gasoline cap and front and rear brake pads needed to be replaced. The vehicle had been repaired. The contact stated that the brakes were replaced; however, the engine stalling failure recurred. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The vehicle had been taken to an authorized dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.

4 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/21/2021

Cvt transmission problems. Vehicle was jerking, would change shifts, didn't want to go over 20 and then couldn't get it to run. Car turned off on its own at a light. This happened on the freeway putting in danger since dropped speed and had hard time going up bridges. Then it did it in city limits. Stop signs and at lights.

5 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 10/11/2020

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds on a bumpy road, the vehicle would skip to the passenger's side. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front passenger's side lower control arm ball joint had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, while driving 20 mph on an uneven road surface, the vehicle started shuddering with an abnormal rattling sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle would make abnormal squeaking sounds while turning to the left. Additionally, the contact stated that the front service brakes, brake rotors, and the rear service brakes were replaced twice within four years; however, the vehicle would emit a metallic grading sound while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.

6 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/17/2020

Car will just randomly stall in the middle of traffic I loose a power or stealing then will slowly come to a stop my breaks lock and car start clicking then shuts off. Once I sit for a bit restart it it will start up like nothing happend it had happend to me twice in less the two weeks apart. Both times happend when car ran for about 10-20 mins with no movement then once I start driving it occurs.

7 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/20/2020

We bought this vehicle brand new in 2016, and it seem to be a nice vehicle until it hit 30,000 miles. When we hit 30,000 miles in April 2020, the brake system failed, causing a passenger side collision, however, there were no injuries. Then in November 2020, the transmission went out. At that time we had to have the front brakes replaced as well. Then in may 2021 at 40,000 miles, we had to replace the front brakes again. In September 2021 at 50,000 miles, the front and rear brakes started grinding and needed replaced, which ended up having the abs system, abs module, brake lines, brake rotors, brake calipers, brake drums, and pads replaced. In February 2022 at 58,000 miles, while driving home, there was a loud bang from the front of the vehicle, the vehicle shuddered violently, had very little acceleration, and there was a large amount of white smoke coming from the back of the vehicle. Had the vehicle towed into the service shop, where they stated the engine block had thrown a rod through the engine. Had the engine replaced. Four days after the vehicle was returned, the front suspension collapsed on the tires. Had the front suspension replaced at 58,000 miles. August 2022, the transmission failed once again at 69,000 miles, and also had to replace the front brakes again. At 76,000 miles, in March 2023, had to once again replace front brake pads, rotors, and passenger caliper. No rear drums and pads need replaced. Vehicle abs system is nonresponsive, abs light is on once again, when, pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle does not stop just like when abs system and module was replaced prior. Emergency brake does not work as well. I have contacted Nissan several times, to which I was told they would no longer service my vehicle. Now I am wondering what to do at this point.

8 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2019

A delay in the brake application while going to brake, lengthening the brake time which increases chances of crash.

9 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/24/2017

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. While driving various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact also heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear wheels. The rear brakes were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer on several occasions, but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 36,000. The VIN was not available.

10 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 07/18/2016

The first issue occurred July 18. During my trip to virginia, I began to lose braking. The car would then shut off. I was entering into arlington, in a high traffic area. This issue was dangerous to me and other drivers. Eventually, the car shut off every time I braked. It was towed to passport Nissan in va, where it was diagnosed as transmission/torque converter issues. The next event occurred on pulaski highway in maryland during rush hour. I pulled out of a convenience store, went to accelerate, and the car would not move. The engine was fully engaged. Again, it was towed. I am told this is also a transmission issue. My vehicle was pushed off the road by a state highway administration vehicle and sustained body damage as a result. I am requesting a buyback from Nissan.

11 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2016

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. When the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle did not respond. Also, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate from a complete stop. The failures occurred without warning and were intermittent. The dealer could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.

12 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2016

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. While driving 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond without warning. The contact applied the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 3,500.

13 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2016

1-- the dashboard is has a bigger gap on the driver side in relation to the door than the passenger side. 2- tires don't respond immediately when driving off from a parking lot where the surface is not too smooth(not smooth enough) 3. The brakes don't work properly when driving les than 35 miles an hour it rolls instead of stopping the car at point of contact with the brake pedal.

14 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 07/30/2015

Tl-the contact rented a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the braking vacuum assist engaged independently without warning. The vehicle was towed to an unknown location but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Djr.

15 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/28/2015

Applied the brakes to the floor and it slid on an inclined road after being in a complete stop, resulting in rear ended straight the front vehicle. Air bags deployed causing burns and seat belt bruises. The force was significant enough to bend a metal bar. I can't explain how the inclined surface didn't even help stop the car for it seems to still be going instead of stopping. It shouldn't have been such a bad impact since gravity and friction where working to stop the car. I can't explain it.


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