CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Nissan Altima has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,031 complaints with NHTSA, including 54 crashes, 13 fires, 34 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (313 reports).
2008 Nissan Altima recalls
Most common 2008 Nissan Altima problems
Problem areas named in the 1,031 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 313 |
| Unknown Or Other | 199 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 168 |
| Air Bags | 147 |
| Electrical System | 90 |
| Power Train | 80 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 59 |
| Engine | 54 |
| Steering | 37 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 |
What owners report
I am a senior citizen that owns a 2008 Nissan Altima, 2.5, two door vehicle. I have spent thousands trying to fix a power condition on this car that has become chronic. One mechanic told me what my car has a a known symptom by Nissan and that there has been recalls for it, therefore, I went in the internet and search recalls for 2008 Nissan cars and found out its been known this mechanical problem is known manufacturer. Sadly i never received a notice of recall and I wonder how i was missed! Another issue of this car is that the dashboard is melting for several years and its also a known issue. Now, I will describe the symptoms of the car. 1. I bout this car with Mossy Nissan dealer, San Di
The contact's mother owned a 2008 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while her mother was driving 20 MPH, the brakes suddenly stopped responding when the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle crashed into a pole. The brake pedal was depressed, and the parking brake was activated, but the vehicle failed to respond. The driver sustained injuries to the face with cuts and bruises to the stomach, chest, arms, back and neck pain. The vehicle was towed. The vehicle was serviced at a Nissan dealer. The local dealer was notified. The vehicle was totaled. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000
just reporting same issues suspension is horrible and problem with fuel. code p0955 and p2a00
Like many others in this make/model, dashboard is melting, resulting in glare onto windshield, off-gassing of chemicals, and concerns that airbags may not properly deploy. Inspected only by vehicle repair technician, but available for inspection by others at any time.
Had to have AC system repaired three times for the same issue. Evaporator/Heater Core needed to be replaced twice along with other repairs to AC system. Nissan would not back up evaporator repair.
2008 Nissan Altima questions
Does the 2008 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2008 Nissan Altima: Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Air Bags; Electrical System:Software; Suspension; Electrical System:Ignition:Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Nissan Altima?
Based on 1,031 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (313), Unknown Or Other (199), Visibility/Wiper (168).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Nissan Altima has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.