The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.
The risk
A bent tie rod can break, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-461 (21V461000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | PM985 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | June 17, 2021 |
| Owners notified | August 5, 2021 |
| Vehicles affected | 138,736 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-461 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 138,736 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.