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2020 Nissan Sentra

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

6

5 current

Combined

7.3L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,263

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2023504 · manufacturer campaign R23C3

11 September 2023

Transport Canada lists: Altima 2019–2021 · Sentra 2020–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rearview camera wiring harness could be damaged by movement and vibrations. If this happens, the rearview camera image may not display correctly or may not display at all. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when reversing.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nissan will notify owners by mail and advise you to bring your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the rearview camera wiring harness, apply a protective tape, and reroute it. If the wiring is damaged, the rearview camera and wiring harness will be replaced.

14,994 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2023462 · manufacturer campaign R23B3

16 August 2023

Transport Canada lists: Sentra 2020–2022

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the left and/or right tie rod(s) may not be strong enough. Under certain conditions (like hitting a curb or a large pothole), the tie rod(s) could bend and/or break and cause a partial loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nissan will notify owners by mail. Due to a parts supply issue, Nissan will advise you to take your vehicle to the dealership only if you experience a vibration in the steering wheel or if the steering wheel is off-center. When enough parts are available, Nissan will re-notify owners and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the left and right tie rods.

20,136 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2022190

14 April 2022

Transport Canada lists: Sentra 2020

What is wrong

On certain cars, the right headlamp was not properly aligned when it was assembled. This could cause reduced visibility while driving at night. Note: This recall only affects cars equipped with LED headlamps.

Why it matters

Headlamps that are not properly aimed could cause reduced visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nissan will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your car to a dealer to replace the right headlamp.

479 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2021382 · manufacturer campaign PM985

18 June 2021

Transport Canada lists: Sentra 2020–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, one or both of the front tie rods may have be bent during vehicle production. This could cause the steering wheel to be off center and/or cause a vibration while driving. There is also a risk that the tie rod could break, which can cause a partial loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nissan will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your car to a dealer inspect the left and right-front tie rods. If a tie rod is bent, it will be replaced.

12,998 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2021373 · manufacturer campaign PM983

11 June 2021

Transport Canada lists: Sentra 2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the gear selector cable could come loose. If this happens, the driver may not be able to shift the transmission into gear, or may unintentionally shift into the wrong gear. This could cause sudden and unexpected vehicle movements.

Why it matters

Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nissan will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the transmission control assembly.

207 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr
1 replaced by later campaigns

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2020400 · manufacturer campaign R20B4

27 August 2020

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: Sentra 2020

What is wrong

On certain cars, the right headlamp was not properly aligned when it was assembled. This could cause reduced visibility while driving at night. Note: This recall only affects cars equipped with LED headlamps.

Why it matters

Headlamps that are not properly aimed could cause reduced visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Nissan will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your car to a dealer to replace the right headlamp.

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Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 76% of 147 2020 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
171 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2020 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 6 recalls on record for the 2020 Nissan Sentra, of which 5 are current and 1 has been replaced by later campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2020 Nissan Sentra get?
NRCan rates the 2020 Nissan Sentra at 7.3 L/100 km combined, emitting 171 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 3 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2020 Nissan Sentra for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,263 in fuel, producing roughly 3,373 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.