Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA
Common problems: Forward collision avoidance system issues, steering problems, and electronic system issues. One recall has been issued for the 2023 Nissan Sentra regarding the airbag inflator causing the airbags to not deploy properly.
Buying a new car should be an exciting experience for a consumer, but unfortunately can be soured by the discovery that the new vehicle is actually a lemon.
Lemon vehicles are those which are under their original warranty and contain a defect which substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. Thankfully, all 50 states have lemon laws that consumers can utilize to be compensated for purchasing a defective vehicle!
Continue reading to find out more about the problems reported with the 2023 Nissan Sentra and how you can use the lemon law on your defective vehicle.
Common 2023 Nissan Sentra Problems
- Forward Collision Avoidance System Issues: Phantom braking, false reports, faulty sensors
- Steering Problems: Jerky steering, sudden change in steering direction, broken axles
- Electronic System Issues: Infotainment system problems, backup camera blank or flickering
2023 Nissan Sentra Forward Collision Avoidance System Issues
Somewhat common in the newer Nissan vehicles, the forward collision avoidance system in the 2023 Nissan Sentra has a few defects reported by consumers. They mainly mention that the system will sometimes engage on its own, believing there to be an obstacle on the road that makes it necessary to apply the automatic emergency brakes.
This can be dangerous, as the driver may not anticipate it and react poorly, or other drivers on the road may not anticipate it and be unable to avoid a crash. Consumers who notice their forward collision avoidance system may be malfunctioning should disable it if possible, or have it inspected and repaired by an authorized dealer.
2023 Nissan Sentra Steering Problems
Steering problems are serious defects for a car to contain and are arguably some of the most dangerous. For the 2023 Nissan Sentra, consumers reported the steering system sometimes jerking the wheel in unintended directions.
One consumer also mentioned that the axles in the vehicle had to be replaced due to a clicking sound, which persisted after replacement. Because of how dangerous they can potentially be, a consumer who suspects something is wrong with their steering system should have the vehicle inspected and repaired.
2023 Nissan Sentra Electrical System Issues
Electrical system problems are common in modern vehicles because there are many electronics in them. The 2023 Nissan Sentra has some of the more common electronic problems reported across other vehicles: these include the infotainment system not working properly and the backup camera being blank or flickering.
These problems have been reported by consumers regarding almost every vehicle that has a modern infotainment system and backup camera but should still be taken seriously if discovered.
Example Complaints from Real Nissan Sentra Owners
“I have noticed that there was false alarms coming out of the Forward Collision Warning system and the Automatic Rear Parking Warning system. When I was driving down a road, there was a person walking on the sidewalk not near the actual road itself. My car thought that I was going to hit that person and sounded the warning. For the rear, when I was reversing out of my driveway, the rear parking warning sounded and the automatic breaking came into effect. The car thought i was going to hit the ground, although I had enough clearance. I believe the automatic breaking system for the rear and front is defective and needs more work. I used to own a 2021 Nissan Sentra, same features and I never had these kinds of false alarms as I have with my current 2023 Nissan Sentra.”
“This car has been in the service department now because of a glitch in the transmission. These cars are the world’s worse cars ever. I, don’t recommend this car to others.”
“Car is beautiful I have the metallic orange. Already 5000 miles and I stared to have problem with the cameras. took it to service and to correct the cameras malfunction. Dealer cannot fix it and will order a new one. After that then the car starting to have more problems, sunroof won’t open all the way, navigator screen became black and yesterday was driving to Cleveland the usb port stop working suddenly. In addition to that I took my car to my mechanic to check my car with the computer and he found that there are 3 error code, appointment with Nissan service on Tuesday.”
How the Lemon Law Could Help with Your 2023 Nissan Sentra Issues
The lemon law empowers consumers dealing with defective vehicles by creating criteria to classify their vehicle as a lemon and, if the vehicle meets those criteria, allows them to secure compensation.
The process kicks off when the vehicle owner discovers a defect and takes the vehicle in to be repaired. These repairs must take place while the vehicle is still under the manufacturer’s original warranty.
Consumers should carefully document these repair attempts, as the more documentation they have, the stronger their evidence for the vehicle being a lemon becomes.
If the defect is repeatedly repaired, typically between two and four, or if the vehicle is out of use for 30 days or more, it’s likely to be considered a lemon under California law. Consumers can then choose to pursue the lemon law process and fight for their lemon law rights.
Hiring a lemon law attorney at this point in the process is highly recommended to make the process smoother for the consumer. Negotiations are also where the detailed documentation becomes important, as it helps prove to the manufacturer that the vehicle is in fact a lemon.
If negotiations are resolved in favor of the consumer, the manufacturer will offer either a replacement vehicle or a refund. A replacement vehicle will be one of a similar make and model to the defective vehicle, and typically ends up being a current-year vehicle.
A refund, on the other hand, includes the reimbursement of all money spent on the vehicle, including the down payment, monthly payments, taxes and interest.
Incidental expenses like rental car costs or registration renewal fees are sometimes included in this, but not always. In both cases, the manufacturer deducts a usage fee representing the time the consumer drove without any problems causing it to be a lemon.
If the consumer is not satisfied with the outcome of negotiations, or does not want to do negotiations at all, they can instead sue the manufacturer in court.
This basically requires the assistance of an experienced lemon law attorney, as navigating the legal process without legal training can be very overwhelming and can even jeopardize the claim as a whole.
Consumers who prevail against manufacturers in a lemon law claim have their reasonable attorney’s fees and costs paid for by the defendant, completely separate from all other award provided. This makes the lawsuit cost-free to the consumer, so long as they win, making hiring a good attorney even more important.
Get a Free Consultation with the Lemon Law Experts
Discovering a defect in your vehicle can turn the enjoyment of a new vehicle into a nightmare, but thankfully the lemon law is there to help you!
Though the lemon law is powerful, you need a strong advocate to bring your claim: manufacturers bring their own legal teams to the table, so having your own attorney is very important.
To get a better idea of what to do next, contact the Lemon Law Experts today! Our team of attorneys would love to work with you and provide you with a free case evaluation to help clarify your situation.
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