The 2011 Nissan Sentra is, by all accounts, a relatively reliable compact economy sedan with decent power and respectable fuel efficiency. It offers spacious and comfortable front seats and a smartly designed control panel layout.

That said, the 2011 Nissan Sentra is not without its problems.

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The most common 2011 Nissan Sentra problems

The most common issue relating to the 2011 Nissan Sentra revolved around two recalls, the first being an engine control module/battery cable harness. This recall was deemed necessary due to the engine suddenly stalling while the Sentra was in motion. On multiple occasions, it was reported that the Sentra could not be started after stalling due to the engine module problem.

The second recall involving the 2011 Nissan Sentra centered on the positive battery terminal cable. A voltage drop would damage the engine, causing the Sentra to stop running unexpectedly at low speeds. Multiple drivers noted that it was difficult—if not impossible—to restart the vehicle.

Complaints about issues relating to these recalls were amongst the 130 documented complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Some of these complaints related to the following issues:

Engine stalls at multiple points, including while accelerating, making turns, and stopping

Engine failure just months after replacement of all coils and spark plugs

Vehicle jerking wildly without warning, necessitating drivers to turn vehicle off and then re-start

Driver’s side airbag malfunction causing metal fragments to be released, seriously injuring at least one driver

Car charger not working with accessory from Nissan cell phone package

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Is the 2011 Nissan Sentra reliable?

Despite the aforementioned problems, the 2011 Nissan Sentra was regarded as a relatively reliable vehicle. We say “relatively” because auto experts can differ when it comes to reliability. For the 2011 Sentra, RepairPal gave it a 4/5 reliability rating, which is a good score. Also according to RepairPal, the average annual cost to repair a 2011 Sentra is roughly $490, which is below-average.

JD Power did not concur with RepairPal about the 2011 Sentra’s reliability, giving it just a 79/100 reliability score.

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