2025 Nissan Sentra Windshield "Air Bubble" Problem
Nissan has identified a production defect that could compromise driver safety in certain 2025 Sentra vehicles. The issue involves visible air bubbles appearing within the windshield glass layers. If these bubbles are present in critical areas, they can significantly obscure visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
In response to this discovery, Nissan has initiated a recall campaign for affected vehicles in the U.S. market as of November 13, 2025.
Here is everything owners need to know about the 2025 Nissan Sentra windshield recall, why it’s happening, and the steps needed to fix it.
What is the Problem With The Nissan Sentra Windshield?
The core issue is delamination in the front windshield assembly. A windshield isn't just one piece of glass; it's typically two sheets of glass bonded together by a laminate layer, usually a Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB) film. In affected 2025 Sentras, foreign particles or air became trapped between these glass sheets and the PVB film during manufacturing. This trapped air creates separation between the components, resulting in the appearance of visible bubbles.
Safety Risk For Drivers
While a small bubble might seem like a cosmetic nuisance, its location matters significantly. If these defects are located in the driver’s direct line of sight, they can distort or block the view of the road.
Nissan determined that depending on the location of these air bubbles, the windshields may not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 205, “Glazing Materials.” Specifically, safety standards prohibit defects that extend beyond 13 mm from the outer edge of the windshield—areas crucial for clear vision.
The issue was first spotted on August 25, 2025, during a routine yard audit at the Nissan Aguas II plant. A technician noticed the bubbles, and the vehicle was immediately quarantined.
Subsequent investigations from August through October 2025, conducted with the glass supplier, identified the root cause. It was determined that misaligned locator pins within the windshield glass molds caused uneven pressure distribution during assembly. This misalignment prevented air from being properly evacuated, trapping pockets between the glass layers.
Note: Nissan has stated that this supplier production issue has since been corrected.
The good news is that as of mid-November 2025, Nissan is not aware of any warranty claims, accidents, or injuries related to this windshield condition. The recall is a proactive measure to ensure safety and compliance with federal standards.
If you own a 2025 Nissan Sentra, here is the plan of action:
- Nissan dealers will inspect the windshield. If the defect is present, they will replace the windshield.
- Nissan will begin mailing official owner notification letters on January 15, 2026. These letters will provide instructions on how to schedule a service appointment.
- Recall campaign numbers:
- Nissan Recall Number: PMA58
- NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V-807