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2007 Nissan Sentra

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 Sentra.

Body PASSENGER CAR

Defined as a passenger car, the 2007 Nissan Sentra requires 4.1 quarts of 5W-30 API oil for its engine. Ownership data shows this model year generated 154 total owner complaints with air bags identified as the top complaint area alongside a single recall. When viewed against the model's complaint history spanning 1990 to 2026, the 2007 iteration sits well below the peak of 638 complaints recorded in 2013 but above the lowest count of 8 in 2026. This comparison clarifies where the model year sits in the vehicle's reliability history by positioning it between the lineage's highest and lowest recorded complaint volumes.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182007

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.1 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque72-87 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 550 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1520865F0E. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 550 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP205-60HR15OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1520865F0E
Engine air filter16546ET00J alt 1654630P00
Spark plug22401CK81B alt 22401JA01B
Front wiper blades28890ZE91A alt 28890ET000
Serpentine belt11720ET00A alt 11720ET80A
Thermostat210496N220 alt 21049ED00A
Cabin air filter27277VS00A

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length179.9 in
Overall width70.5 in
Overall height59.4 in
Wheelbase105.9 in
Curb weight2806 lb
Track (front / rear)59.4 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Sentra of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.4–9.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.40 sec — 2007 SE-R Spec V
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2007SE-R Spec V 2.5L I-46.40 sec15.00 sec200 hpFWD
2007SE-R Spec V 2.5L I-46.40 sec14.90 sec200 hpFWD
2007SE-R Spec V 2.5L I-46.60 sec15.00 sec200 hpFWD
2007SE-R Spec V 2.5L I-47.00 sec15.40 sec200 hpFWD
2007SE-R 2.5L I-47.40 sec15.70 sec177 hpFWD
20072.0 S 2.0L I-48.30 sec16.50 sec140 hpFWD
20072.0 S 2.0L I-49.20 sec17.10 sec140 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.1 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 72-87 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.1 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 qt
Power Steering FluidUSE NISSAN POWER STEERING FLUID

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts80 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13-15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts29-32 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs5 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts72-87 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub92 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Ignition Timing6, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance5 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm
Ignition Timing10, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance5 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity.99-1.21 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity5.03 oz
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance550 cca
Standard BCI Group Number21R

Service checks

Pressure Test23 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief11-14 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature177-182 °F
Engine Compression154-181 psi. 14 maximum variation psi.
Engine Compression202-165 PSI. 14 Maximum variation PSI.
Engine Oil Pressure9 psi @ Idle, 29 psi @ 2000 rpm psi
Engine Oil Pressure14
Intake Valve Lash0.012-0.016 in

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH REAR DISC / WITH STANDARD
Torque Caliper to Bracket32 ft-lbs / 20 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle130 ft-lbs / 122 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.059 in
Brake ApplicationWITH REAR DISC / WITH STANDARD
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.006 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0028 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
11.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 4.3 ft. lbs., Step 3: 7.01.4 ft. lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
11.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 4.3 ft. lbs., Step 3: 7.01.4 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
120 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 360 degrees, Step 3: 1420 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 360 degrees, Step 3: 14 ft. lbs., Step 4: 9022 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages
172 ft. lbs.72 ft. lbs
2loosen all bolts
326-32 ft. lbs.26–32 ft. lbs
475-80 degrees75–80 degrees
575-80
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

130.0 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
2100 degrees100 degrees
3Loosen bolts 360 degrees in reverse order360 degrees
430 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
5100 degrees100 degrees
6100 degrees100 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
125 ft. lbs., Step 2: 6025 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-1029 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 3,750 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant every 3,750 mi. The big-interval services (every 3,750 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 3,750 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 7,500 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect)
Every 30,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel System (inspect) · Headlamp (inspect alignment) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miRadiator Hose (replace)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2007 Nissan Sentra marks a transitional point in its generation, with federal complaint data showing a moderate increase to 154 complaints—up from 116 in 2006 but below the 167 reported in 2008. Recalls dropped sharply to just one in 2007, a notable decline from the six issued in both 2005 and 2006, suggesting Nissan addressed many early-generation issues before this model year. However, the 2007 Sentra’s top complaint areas—air bags (28), steering (22), and power train (10)—align with broader trends seen in adjacent years, particularly the persistent air bag concerns that peak in later model years. Crash-related complaints (21) and fire incidents (10) are also present, though not outliers compared to the generation’s average. The data implies that while 2007 avoided the recall spikes of prior years, it retained some reliability risks, particularly in safety-critical systems. **Takeaway:** The 2007 Sentra is a *marginal* used buy—better than the higher-recall 2005–2006 models but not as refined as post-2009 units; prioritize a pre-purchase inspection focusing on air bag and steering components.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
87
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
154
Owner complaints
21 involved a crash · 10 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 154 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags28
Steering22
Power Train10
Engine & Engine Cooling8
Tires7
Service Brakes5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Unknown Or Other5

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

08V311000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master CylinderReported 11/07/2008

NISSAN IS RECALLING 169,202 MY 2007-2008 SENTRA PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED ROBERT BOSCH MASTER CYLINDER. DUE TO THE MACHINING IRREGULARITY BY THE SUPPLIER, THE INTERNAL SEAL GROOVE IN THE BODY OF SOME BRAKE MASTER… Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MASTER CYLINDER/BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY AND IF BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE IS DETECTED, THE MASTER CYLINDER WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE FREE OF CHARGE. THE…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 87 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB13-107G2024-05-20Electrical SystemVEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been…
NTB13-027D2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See…
NTB10-066C2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2007 Sentra take?

4.1 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2007 Sentra have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.