Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2014 Nissan Sentra owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 35-65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle was slow to respond and to stop. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The contact stated that the engine, traction control, and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the brakes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same local dealer where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the oxygen sensor, rotors, and brake pads needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. While driving, the vehicle started to stall. The brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle was slow to respond. The manufacturer was contacted and a complaint was filed. …
Daughter described pushing break to the bottom /or floor boards while the car slowly began to slow. Yes, the vehicle is currently available for inspection. An impact occurred to daughter which caused bruising and duress. Another vehicle was struck. No, the problem has not been confirmed by a dealer or independent service ctr. No. None that my daughter reported. I had driven the vehicle a few days prior and noticed nothing unusual upon breaking.
2014 Nissan Sentra -My abs system light came on failed inspection and had to be replaced. I had 32,322 miles on my car. I am 73 years old and for me to pay out over $1000,00 for a part that should not have failed according to the three certified mechanics. The light appeared the day I took it in to get my inspection sticker. This is so disheartening, to say the least. other models have been recalled ...my mechanic said it would be dangerous to drive it ...I contacted Nissan and all they could say was it's not under warranty and they have no recalls on my year. if you could help or direct me how to get help I would greatly appreciate it
The tail light on the drivers rear has condensation. Therefore, my brake lights flicker. When putting the parking lights/headlights on, the power to the gas pedal is cut. RPMs go down and the car simply does not have power to accelerate.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. While driving approximately 40 MPH attempting to stop at a traffic light, the brake system failed to respond. The contact switched lanes to avoid striking the preceding vehicle and was rear ended by another vehicle, which pushed the contact's vehicle into oncoming traffic. The vehicle had to be towed to a body shop. The vehicle was picked up after one month and driven to the dealer. The technician was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 5,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to stop the vehicle. As a result, the contact crashed into a guardrail, a pole, and another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the shoulder and back that did not require medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. While driving 45 MPH and attempting to engage the brakes, the brake system failed. The driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a cement wall. The driver did not sustain any injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,900.
Took new 2014 Nissan Sentra in 2times to tri cities Nissan to be looked at and fixed week after got it when trying to stop the front end shakes real bad like tires are falling off. They told me it was normal for the front end to shake I also informed the brakes would be hard then to the floor they said oh its fine. So I took it to the bristol office they said oh not good this was on fri said bring it to use tue we will brake it down find the problem well after leaving dealership on my way to work everyone in front if me locks up their breaks but guess what I got to do hit the back of a truck at 37 miles an hr. Cuz my breaks did noting when I pressed them so that gave me a 100 dollars ticket for following to close when I really wasn't I just didn't have any breaks which I asked them to check out at Nissan and doesn't. Just said they did. List my job dye to missing work. …
Takata recall "ive suffered what I believe long term fuel inhalation I have had severe memory loss I went from having a home to staying in a motel becuase the fuel I was unknowingly inhaling for god knows how long cause me to lose conciousness even halucinate everyone assumed I was on drugs assumed I had a mental condition when turns out. All my symptoms lead tothe actual logic reason considering I soend most my days in my car because of all the appoiintments I have that was cause by this lemon of a car I was sold not only was I inhaling it my babies 4 and 2 and my 11 week old fetus growing inside me was also ive had to fix the brake caliper 3 times on top of this new fuel problem in this car oh not to mention that I already replaced a transmission in 2016 mind you my car is a 2014 new I drove it with zero miles on dec 2014 like less then a month later the check engine light was on and …
I have the same issues as described in your investigation "pe14-014." in addition, while driving the vehicle on a paved road at approximately 45 MPH, all of a sudden, it was as if the vehicle took over the steering, causing me to hit a curb. No damage was incurred, however it was very scary. My concern is obvious, what if the vehicle does this again when I am driving on a freeway @ 65 MPH? This was not an isolated incident when "the vehicle" hit the curb. The ability to be in control of the steering has been taken over by the car several times. This is a new car and I find it extremely hard to believe I am having all these problems. These are not everyday general maintenance issues. These are major issues which could easily cause a serious accident whereby I would probably be found to be at fault, when the real person at fault is the vehicle manufacturer! …
NHTSA investigations
Excessive Brake Pedal Travel
On May 20, 2014, ODI opened PE14-014 based on eight complaints alleging incidents of excessive brake pedal travel in model year (MY) 2013 through 2014 Nissan Sentra, Versa Sedan and Versa Note passenger cars (Figure 1) and information in Early Warning Reporting field reports indicating issues with master cylinder internal seals.In response to an information request letter sent by ODI, Nissan identified a condition…
Brake complaints in other Sentra years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2014 Nissan Sentra?
NHTSA has 35 complaints about the brakes of the 2014 Nissan Sentra, 9% of the model year's 380 complaints. The component named most often is antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2014 Nissan Sentra brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 2014 Nissan Sentra, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2014 Nissan Sentra brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 12,000 miles, and 61% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 7 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.