Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2008 Nissan Altima. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗PORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE GPS PRODUCTS/OVERHEATS
- Summary
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
- Consequence
- OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy
- NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT
- Summary
- NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS' OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNITS. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).
- Consequence
- THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BEING SUPPRESSED WHICH COULD FAIL TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT
- Summary
- NISSAN IS RECALLING 1,018 MY 2008 ALTIMA VEHICLES. THE LEFT SIDE FRONT SUSPENSION TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE BOLT TO BECOME LOOSE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN.
- Consequence
- IF THE BOLT WERE TO COME OUT, THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING THE DIRECTION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT TO SPECIFICATION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
BODY CONTROL MODULE
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD THE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) REPLACED DURING SERVICE AT A DEALERSHIP, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) MAY HAVE BEEN INADVERTENTLY DEACTIVATED DUE TO AN ISSUE WITH THE DEALER SERVICE SOFTWARE. IF THE TPMS IS TURNED OFF, IT WOULD NOT ALERT THE DRIVER TO A DECREASE IN THE TIRE PRESSURE AS DESIGNED.
- Consequence
- DRIVING ON UNDER-INFLATED TIRES IS UNSAFE AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL CHECK THE TPMS FUNCTION AND REACTIVATE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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Owner complaints (1,029)
1,029 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The structure is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 1,029 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 312 | 30.3% |
| Unknown or other | 199 | 19.3% |
| Visibility/wiper | 168 | 16.3% |
| Air bags | 142 | 13.8% |
| Service brakes | 92 | 8.9% |
| Electrical system | 90 | 8.7% |
| Power train | 80 | 7.8% |
| Engine | 54 | 5.2% |
| Steering | 37 | 3.6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 35 | 3.4% |
How 2008 compares with other Altima years
Best and worst Altima years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 276 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1,091 | 1 |
| 2006 | 824 | 3 |
| 2007 | 471 | 3 |
| 2008 | 1,029 | 4 |
| 2009 | 1,547 | 4 |
| 2010 | 381 | 3 |
| 2011 | 241 | 1 |
| 2012 | 426 | 4 |
| 2013 | 2,312 | 12 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 26 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,600
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 342 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 26 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 32 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 32 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2008 Altima for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2008 Nissan Altima FAQ
How many recalls does the 2008 Nissan Altima have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 10V401000 (electrical), 08V521000 (air bag), 08V363000 (suspension), 07V599000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2008 Nissan Altima problems?
Owners filed 1,029 complaints with NHTSA. Structure (312), Unknown or other (199), Visibility/wiper (168) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2008 Nissan Altima get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 23 city, 31 highway and 26 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2008 Altima compare with other years?
Among the 2004–2013 Nissan Altima model years at least five years old, the 2011 drew the fewest complaints (241) and the 2013 the most (2,312). The 2008 drew 1,029. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.