Recall 10V555 affects 13,737 2010-2011 Nissan Sentra vehicles for a positive battery terminal cable defect. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 13,737 2010-2011 Sentra vehicles because a machining irregularity can leave a gap at the positive battery terminal cable connection. That voltage drop can make the vehicle hard to start, damage the engine control module, or stop the engine at low speed, which raises crash risk; the Nissan dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The positive battery terminal cable on 2010-2011 Nissan Sentra vehicles is the heavy electrical connection attached to the positive post of the battery. It carries battery power into the vehicle's electrical system so the starter, engine controls, and charging system have a steady supply of voltage.
On affected Sentras, the bolt and washer surface at the cable end was machined incorrectly. That irregular surface leaves a gap where the terminal should press tightly against the battery connection. When the contact is loose or uneven, voltage drops across the connection instead of flowing cleanly through the cable. That drop can make the vehicle hard to start and can damage the engine control module, the computer that manages engine operation.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices is often trouble starting the vehicle or electrical behavior tied to the weak battery connection.
Who's affected?
The scope is limited to Sentra sedans built during one production window, with the same battery-cable component.
| 2010 Nissan Sentra | battery |
|---|---|
| 2011 Nissan Sentra | battery |
| Units affected | 13,737 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A faulty positive battery terminal cable end can stop the engine while the vehicle is moving at low speed and leave the Sentra hard to start or unable to start, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2011 Nissan Sentra is included in this recall.
- Wait for Nissan's owner notice if your VIN shows the repair is not open yet.
- Ask a franchised Nissan dealer about the free positive battery terminal cable-end replacement; this repair addresses the voltage drop that can stall the engine at low speed.
- Reference recall number 10V555 when you call the dealer or Nissan customer service.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, especially at low speed or after hard starting.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician replaces the positive battery terminal cable end with a new cable end. That part connects the battery's positive post to the electrical system, so the repair focuses on restoring a secure contact point at the terminal. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Confirm timing with the service desk when the repair opens.
Timeline
| November 12, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 19, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V555?
Recall 10V555 covers 13,737 2010-2011 Nissan Sentra vehicles with a positive battery terminal cable end defect. A poor contact at the terminal can cause voltage drop, hard starting, engine control module damage, or engine shutdown at low speed. Nissan dealers replace the cable end for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2011 Nissan Sentra is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Sentra is included in recall 10V555. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer and ask for the positive battery terminal cable end replacement. Reference recall number 10V555 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Nissan's remedy for recall 10V555 is a free replacement of the positive battery terminal cable end at a franchised Nissan dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is engine shutdown while the vehicle is moving at low speed. Recall 10V555 says the battery terminal defect can also cause hard starting or no start, and the low-speed engine shutdown increases crash risk. The free dealer repair replaces the affected cable end.
What if I bought my Nissan Sentra used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Sentra is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall number 10V555.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V555000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V555 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V555000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →