2022 Nissan Sentra vs 2022 Toyota Camry

On the public data alone the Camry edges it 5–0.

2022 Nissan Sentra

The 2022 Nissan Sentra is sold in the U.S. as a gas midsize car with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Sentra, is EPA-rated at 33 mpg …

2022 Toyota Camry

The 2022 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas midsize car with 9 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry Hybrid LE, is E…

	2022 Nissan Sentra	2022 Toyota Camry
Segment	Midsize car	Midsize car
Powertrains	Gas	Hybrid, Gas
Best combined mpg	33	52
Safety Signal	77	92
NHTSA recalls	2	1
Critical recalls	1	0
Owner complaints	81	61
NHTSA overall stars	5	5

Green cells mark the better value on that row. Complaint counts scale with sales volume; treat them as a pattern signal, not a verdict. Sources: EPA, NHTSA.

Recalls at a glance

Source: NHTSA

Sentra

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Steering

R23B3

236,238 vehicles

ProblemNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.RiskA bent tie rod can break and cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.FixOwners are advised to contact their dealer for transport assistance if they are experiencing an off-center steering wheel or vibration. As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and replace any bent or broken tie rods, free of charge. Once newly designed parts are available, dealers will replace both left and right tie rods, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 27, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23B3.

NHTSA campaign 23V581000reported Aug 15, 2023Nissan North America, Inc.

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Structure

PMA21

230 vehicles

ProblemNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Sentra vehicles. The driver's side cowl area may have a missing or improper seal, which can allow water to leak inside the vehicle and corrode electrical components.RiskCorrosion of the electrical components could result in failure of various electrical systems, such as loss of wiper motor function or exterior lighting, inoperative air bags, or the ability to shift into gear without applying the brake pedal. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.FixDealers will inspect and, if necessary, reseal the driver's side cowl. If moisture or corrosion is found, the main harness and engine room harness will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

NHTSA campaign 23V421000reported Jun 12, 2023Nissan North America, Inc.

Camry

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Air Bags

23TA15, 23LA03

999,901 vehicles

ProblemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Avalon, Avalon Hybrid, Corolla, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, RAV4, RAV4 Hybrid, Lexus ES350, Lexus RX350, Lexus RX450H, 2021 Sienna Hybrid, Lexus ES250, 2020-2022 Camry, Camry Hybrid, and ES300H vehicles. A short circuit may develop in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor, preventing the front passenger air bag from deploying.RiskAn air bag that does not deploy during a crash increases the risk of injury.FixDealers will inspect and replace the sensor as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed in February 2024. Some final remedy owner letters were mailed October 31, 2024. Letters will continue to be mailed in phases through January 2026. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 23TB15/23TA15 Lexus 23LB03/23LA03.

NHTSA campaign 23V865000reported Dec 20, 2023Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing