Nissan Sentra NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Nissan Sentra an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the Nissan Sentra at 5 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 5 ★ rollover.
Nissan Sentra Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Nissan Sentra 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 | 32 |
| 2023 | 2023 Nissan Sentra 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 1 | 18 |
| 2022 | 2022 Nissan Sentra 4 FWD | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 2 | 80 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Nissan Sentra Safety FAQ
Is the Nissan Sentra a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Nissan Sentra an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Nissan Sentra?
The Nissan Sentra scores 5 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 9.9%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Nissan Sentra have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Nissan Sentra as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.