Recall 23V581 affects 236,238 2020-2022 Nissan Sentra vehicles for bending tie rods. Interim inspection and replacement are free, with final repair once Nissan opens it.
Nissan is recalling 236,238 2020-2022 Sentra sedans because the left or right tie rod can bend. A bent tie rod can break and cause loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash; Nissan will provide a free dealer repair once the final remedy opens.
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What's wrong?
The tie rod on a 2020-2022 Nissan Sentra is part of the steering linkage. It connects the steering gear to the wheel assembly, so the wheels turn in the direction you command through the steering wheel. The inner tie rod socket lets that linkage move while still holding the front wheel at the correct angle.
On affected Sentras, the left or right tie rod can bend instead of staying straight under normal steering loads. Once bent, the steering linkage no longer holds the wheel in its intended position. That change affects alignment and steering feel because the front wheel is no longer tracking exactly where the steering system is trying to point it.
The warning signs Nissan lists are an off-center steering wheel and vibration. If the steering wheel no longer sits straight while driving on a level road, or the car starts vibrating in a way that feels tied to steering, treat that as a sign to stop and arrange dealer service.
Who's affected?
Covers one Sentra model line across the 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years, all tied to the same tie rod (steering linkage) component.
| 2020 Nissan Sentra | tie rod (steering linkage) |
|---|---|
| 2021 Nissan Sentra | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| 2022 Nissan Sentra | tie rod (steering linkage) |
| Units affected | 236,238 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A bent tie rod can break and cause loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. An off-center steering wheel or vibration is a warning sign. If either happens, stop using the vehicle and ask the dealer about transport assistance. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once Nissan opens it.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Nissan Sentra is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer if the car has an off-center steering wheel or vibration; ask for transport assistance before driving it in.
- Schedule the free interim tie-rod inspection and replacement for any bent or broken tie rods that can lead to loss of steering control.
- Ask the dealer when the final left and right tie-rod replacement opens; Nissan says that final repair is free once the redesigned parts are available.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 23V581 (Nissan recall R23B3) when you call.
- Call Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 with questions about transport assistance or vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-461.
What happens at the repair
If your Sentra has an off-center steering wheel or vibration, contact the dealer for transport assistance before driving it in. As an interim repair, a Nissan technician inspects the tie rods and replaces bent or broken tie rods at no charge. The final repair is not open yet. Once newly designed parts are available, the dealer will replace the left and right tie rods, free under the recall. Nissan's reimbursement plan addresses the cost of eligible repairs completed before the recall notice for vehicles outside warranty. Keep repair documentation and ask Nissan customer service or the dealer how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 15, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 16, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| August 16, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 5, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 27, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V581?
Recall 23V581 covers 236,238 2020-2022 Nissan Sentra vehicles with left or right tie rods that can bend. A bent tie rod can break and cause loss of steering control, increasing crash risk. Nissan dealers will inspect and replace affected tie rods for free as an interim repair.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Nissan Sentra is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Sentra is included in recall 23V581. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall R23B3. If you feel an off-center steering wheel or vibration, ask the dealer about transport assistance instead of driving it in.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair to be performed at no cost. Nissan dealers will inspect the tie rods and replace bent or broken parts for free as an interim repair. The final left and right tie rod replacement will also be free once Nissan opens it.
Is it safe to drive my Nissan Sentra with this recall?
This recall does not carry a do-not-drive instruction, but steering symptoms need prompt attention. A bent tie rod can break and cause loss of steering control. If the steering wheel is off center or the vehicle vibrates, contact a Nissan dealer and ask about transport assistance.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for an off-center steering wheel or vibration. Nissan specifically tells owners with those symptoms to contact the dealer for transport assistance. Even without symptoms, check your VIN, because the year and model are not enough to confirm whether recall 23V581 applies.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V581000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-867-7669 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V581 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V581000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →