nissan altima Problems

nissan altima 2008 Complaints

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE

purchased a 2008 nissan altma sept 17,2007. the passenger air bag light does not always go off while a passenger is seated and riding in the auto. when the light is on the air bag will not inflate. when my wife is riding in the passenger side and the air bag light is on, her life is in danger.

Reported in: BELLEVILLE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

TIRES

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima with continental conti pro contact tires (tire size 235/55r17 99 h). while driving 60 mph, she heard a loud vibrating sound then lost control of the vehicle briefly. upon inspection, she discovered that the sidewall on the front passenger side tire separated. the current mileage was 324 and failure mileage was 80. updated 01/29/08. *lj

Reported in: HOOVER AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the vehicle constantly makes a noise while parked. the dealer informed the contact to disconnect and reconnect the battery until the part arrives in january of 2008. the contact was unsure of the name of the part that needs replacing. the current mileage was 1,000 and failure mileage was 900. updated 01-29-08. *kb the consumer stated the vehicle does not drive above 40 mph . updated 01/29/08

Reported in: SOUTHFIELD MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

the passenger side airbag turns itself off sporadically when i (160 lbs) or my husband (190 lbs) sit in the passenger seat. i took it back to the dealer twice. the second time the dealer told me that nissan stated that my airbag sensor was operating as per specification. there is no manual override switch to force the airbag to inflate during a crash. the owner's manual states that the airbag may turn itself off when small adults are sitting in the front passenger seat, but offers no solution for this situation. does this mean that nissan is willfully depriving small adults (and, in our case, not so small adults) of their airbag protection? this is a fatal design flaw. there must be a recall to install a manual override switch for the passenger side front airbag. the car's computer must not be allowed to decide who gets an airbag and who doesn't.

Reported in: GOOSE CREEK SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

tensioner from engine that creates tension to the belt fell off while i my wife was driving the car. the steering wheel locked.

Reported in: SCOTCH PLAINS NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

i heard a noise while i was on the highway it sounded like something fell off but the car only had 600 miles on it so i just thought it was a rock or something in the road that got kicked up. about a minute later my accessory belt that controls the power steering, the water pump, the alternator and the tensioner pulley flew off. after getting towed to the dealer i found out that the pulley broke off which cause the belt to come off. i had the tensioner pulley and the belt replaced, but now it seems it may have cause another problem when shifting in reverse now it makes a clunking noise (it is going into the shop for this problem this weekend).

Reported in: STRATFORD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving 50 mph, the sun roof exploded and the fragments cascaded on to the contact. he had to go to the hospital to have glass removed from his face. the dealer stated that they had never seen such a failure. the failure and current mileages were 3,600. updated 5/19/08 *cn updated 05/19/08

Reported in: WASILLA AK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E08C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

my niece took our altima to california (less than 2,000 miles on it at this time). the cars belt was broken when the tensioner pulley broke off of the engine. this caused the power steering to fail and overheated the engine. it has been in mossey nissan's shop in el cajon for three weeks now due to back ordered parts.

Reported in: MARICOPA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

faulty headrest design. pushes the head of many drivers radically forward, making it painful and dangerous to operate the vehicle.

Reported in: CARROLLTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i was driving on the highway traveling 65mph when all of a sudden there was a loud popping sound and i could hear noise under the car, all the lights on my dash lit up, check engine light, coolant light, battery, i then lost power steering and lost acceleration, cars were speeding by me and i coasted to the off ramp. i got towed to the dealer but service dept was closed because it was sunday. the following day the service dept. called and said the car was repaired. my husband went to get the car and they had said that it was the retentioner belt and that the pulley had sheared off. they said they had a customer the week before with the same problem. we also understand that nissan was aware of this faulty part.

Reported in: SHIRLEY MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

STEERING

2008 nissan altima. consumer complaint for power steering defect in a nissan vehicle. consumer states that some bolts fell out of the vehicle that caused the tensioner belt for the power steering to break. *kb

Reported in: NEWINGTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:REAR

i purchased a new 2008 nissan altima from baker-jackson nissan, houston, for my daughter on may 21. my daughter drove the car one day and returned it to the local nissan dealership in her city of arlington, texas. this dealership, don davis nissan, informed us they don't know how we were sold this car, because the rear suspension had basically come apart. the studs holding the struts were missing and broken off; one missing completely and the other sheared off. they indicated my daughter was very fortunate to have arrived in arlington safely without a major accident occurring. i have asked nissan to replace the car with an exact make/model/style, but to date they have not and are telling me they are planning to repair the car. they sent a nissan engineer out to the arlington dealership to review, and he indicated to the service shop personnel, the studs were not torqued properly from the manufacturer. i have placed a claim with nissan consumer affairs, i have talked to baker-jackson nissan to replace the car----to date, i am only getting the run around from both. we have only driven the car 1 day and have been inconvenienced for more than 2 weeks now. i think nissan may be trying to cover up a manufacturing defect. i'm ready to go public with this and am considering legal actions. can someone from this office please call me and discuss my options. i don't trust this car, even if it is repaired---what else could be wrong with it. we are very dis-satisfied, unhappy and frustrated customers. baker-jackson nissan, houston, in my opinion does not deserve to be in business--if this is how they treat customers. nissan's attempt to cover up a defect should be revealed as such. i only want to replace the car and make sure nissan fixes this problem for other consumers before someone is seriously hurt or killed. i understand, manufacturers make mistakes, but they need to do their due diligence to correct this problem before someone is killed.

Reported in: MONTGOMERY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

SUSPENSION

i purchased a new 2008 nissan altima from hanless hilltop nissan, richmond, ca for myself on march 30, 2008. i drove the car one day and returned it to the dealer to inquire as to what vehicle was given to me, because is was not the vehicle that i test drove, i was told by my sale person that it was the vehicle that was test driven. the reason i went back to inquire about the vehicle was because of the way the car drove. basically, the car drives like an old beat up 1955 vehicle. the cars steering is all over the road, it feels unsafe. the car bottomed out several times, even after i had it in the dealership. i had it looked at by another nissan dealership and they couldn't find anything wrong with it.. well, after my continued complaints, hanless nissan finally agreed there was a problem with the vehicle, the suspension had basically come apart. they replaced two bolts at the direction of nissan.. well, this didn't fix the problem, because a day after the replacement of the bolts, the car bottomed out again while going over a safety road bump. i took the car back to the hanless nissan, but they said, because they can not recreate the exact problem, nissan will not honor the warranty, if they were to replace the shock or do any other work on the vehicle without them first agreeing to the work order. i have been in contact with a nissan representative wayne neville at 866.799.1690 ext 1442 all the while, i was discussing this with the dealership. i thought nissan had my best interest at heart, but now i see it was all an act, because he has not returned any of my phone call about the continued problem with the suspension of my vehicle.. i strongly believe i should be given another car. this is very serious suspension problem, that i believe one day will cause an accident. i can not believe nissan is not concern about the safety of the buyers.

Reported in: PITTSBURG CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the passenger airbag system will not activate when a person occupies the passenger seat. the occupant weighs more the 100lbs and sits in a normal fashion on the seat. dealer inspected but did not find anything out of the ordinary. this is a serious safety risk for a passenger in this car.

Reported in: SHAWNEE KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E08N

VISIBILITY

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima coupe. while backing out of a parking space, the contact could not see through the rear window due to its poor design. she returned the vehicle to the dealer because she was concerned that a crash could occur due to poor visibility. the dealer reimbursed the contact for the full purchase price of the vehicle. the speed was not a factor. the failure and current mileages were 111. updated 09/15/08 *bf updated 09/18/08. *jb

Reported in: BETHESDA MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E18C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i purchased a new 2008 nissan altima in march of 2008, after 2000 miles i heard the brakes start to squeak, i brought it to the dealership for an oil change august 8th and asked them to check the brakes, they did and told me that i needed to have the calipers replaced, i asked if there was a recall and was told no, there is a bulletin though. i thought that other owners should have this problem brought to their attention before the warranty is up and they have to pay for the repair out of pocket.

Reported in: BRAINTREE MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88C

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

check engine light was on. the problem was diagnosed as a faulty seal between the fuel filler pipe and the gas cap. this requires sanding of the filler pipe. the same problem was fixed less than two years ago and the car has only 41,000 miles on it. when questioned about the repeat repair, the dealer indicated that 2 years was a "good" amount of time for this repair which usually has to be repeated in a year or year and a half. since i have never had a car with this problem before, it sounds like defective parts and/or design to me.

Reported in: EUCLID OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

first day for pick up, headlight pop, fix it the next day, took 90 minutes just to fix one headlight, after 6 weeks, car turns off when driving one of the most busiest hwy and the steering locks; only way to start it is by putting it to "park" hold brakes down all the way then push the button and coming from that, it was not safe at all, drivers were honking and swerving just to maneuver away from me, called dealership to where i purchase car to fix the problem, told them that the car had turned off 4 times on the same hwy and thank god it turned off on a straight away not while turning, showed them a video in which i intend to hold for evidence. drop it off 7:00am, dealership had said about codes; there was nothing wrong with the car and had replug every plug that was on the car in which it would be reset, gave car back within 9 hours saying the car will not turn off again and if it happens again bring it back. after a week and a half, the car had turned off plus with the gauges(not knowing the speed i was going) and radio display went out and this is when it was raining hectic and i wasn't able to use high beams automatically to where it locks forward but to pull it towards me manually while driving. already told dealership that this car is a big concern on the road for safety because when it turns off i become a crashing incident in which if that happens i will blame nissan for that.

Reported in: SUGAR LAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Reported in: SUGAR LAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

TIRES

while driving in the interstate my rear driver's tire went flat. i bought my nissan altima brand new approximately 3 months ago and there are only approximately 2400 miles on the tires. upon inspection, it was found that the cause of the flat was splitting sidewalls. additionally, the front passenger's tire is also starting to show signs of splitting sidewalls.

Reported in: GAINESVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98C

SEATS

i purchased a new 2008 nissan altima in march 2008 and shortly after the seat started to squirm from side to side in turns. i took it to the dealer and they acknowledged the problem. they replaced the seat rails which fixed the problem. approximately 1 month later the seat started the same behavior when cornering. i took it back to dealer and they said there was nothing that could be done. my seat is now becoming more and more loose. there are numerous others with the same vehicle and problem. refer to this site: http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/new-2007-2008-nissan-altima-discussion/268078-does-your-driver-seat-squirm.html approximately 71 percent of 216 customers polled report the same problem. it is possible the other customers do not have power seats as i. the problem seems to be in the power seat assembly.

Reported in: PALM SPRINGS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

SEATS

driver's seat on '08 nissan altima moves side to side as you go around turns; very disconcerting. first response from dealership was "we can not replicate, and this is the first one we've heard of". next visit i was told "nissan is aware of the problem, and should have a fix in 30 days or so". that was 45 days ago. 2nd problem, my passenger airbag light stays on a lot of the time my wife is seated in the seat. she's about 150 pounds, so there should not be a weight problem. had it in twice for this, and another "can not replicate". i'm concerned that in the event of a collision, she will have no air bag protection.

Reported in: WAYNESBORO VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

AIR BAGS

Reported in: WAYNESBORO VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

TIRES

i purchased a 2008 altima from bill ray nissan (sandford fl) in oct 07. after only 25,000 miles the tires (continental conti pro 215/60r-16 94t) began to make a loud noise. luckily i purchased a tire warranty from discount tire company shortly after i bought the car. of course there was nothing that nissan could do about the tires. this was due to the fact that you have to go through the tire company which will only warranty the tires for manufacture �defects�.i didn�t want to wait for the tires to fall apart at hwy speeds. so with my extra insurance through discount tire company they were able to prorate the tires and now i�m driving on some very quiet tires from yokohama (215/60r-16 95h) with 33,000 miles on the car. i�ll never go back to continental tires.

Reported in: WINTER SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

passenger air bag on passenger side shows disabled with my kids that are over 110 lbs in the seat. i had the dealer review the problem and was told that there was not an issue. was told to look in the manual and that the person had to sit in the seat correctly or they are to light. the seating was not the problem, the car is. the dealer also stated that the air bag bladder in the seat is very easy to miss if not sitting fully in the back of the seat, wrong the person is sitting fine. if i stop the car put in park and back in drive the airbag re-activates. this has happened with multiple people multiple times mostly during the first drive of the day.

Reported in: PERRYSBURG OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

purchased car new in july 2008, and have since noticed that my passenger air bag light will indicate that the air bag is "off" when i have passengers in the front passenger seat. light will also indicate that the air bag is "off" when there is nothing in the seat. not a consistent problem, have seen the light indicate that the air bag is "on" when there is only a small bag or books on the seat. took to dealer where purchased, they said my airbag is functioning properly.

Reported in: KENT OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

AIR BAGS

Reported in: KENT OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle lost power and then restarted soon after. the contact drove the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the electronic control module needed to be reprogrammed. the mechanic also stated that there was a recall related to this specific failure. she called the manufacturer and was informed that her vehicle was included in the recall. the repairs were performed on the vehicle, but the failure recurred soon after. she returned to the dealer and was informed that the crank shaft position sensor needed to be replaced. the manufacturer stated that there was no recall for this failed component and they were not liable for the repairs. the vehicle has not been repaired. the vin, nhtsa campaign id number, and failure mileage were unknown.

Reported in: HAMPTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while the vehicle was locked at the contact's residence, an intruder broke the lock mechanism on the front driver's side door. when this occurred, both of the front driver's side and rear windows automatically released in a downward position. the police was called to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle will be taken to an authorized dealer for the malfunction. the vin was unknown. the failure and current mileages were 8,000.

Reported in: CARTERET NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

2008 nissan altima sedan with 13000 miles. the tire pressure monitor system does not work as it is supposed to. the warning light is on if the tires are at the specified pressure of 32 psi as specified by the placard affixed to the driver side door. i went to the dealer and the fix was to increase the tire pressure to between 35 and 40 psi. that is unacceptable as the handling changes drastically, the ride deteriorates and i'm sure the life of the tires is shortened. after discussing the repair with the service department, they informed me that since the pressure monitoring is a government mandated item, increasing the pressure is all they are required to do by nissan, and that there is nothing else they can do. that is an unacceptable fix. i was reading in a nissan help group website that the problem is an often happening even on cars right out of the showroom.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i have a 2008 nissan altima. it has a push button star/stop switch and no keys are needed. i accidentally left the car in drive and pushed the off button and left the car. the car turned off and rolled out of the parking lot and into oncoming traffic. i was not in the vehicle at the time. this is very dangerous.

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

SEATS

purchased a 2008 altima 3.5 se with power seats, before 2000 miles noticed that the driver's seat was loose and had a vibrating effect then the seat started popping out of place as i was making a turn or going around a curve or exiting onto an exit ramp. i reported it to the dealer and they replaced the seat rails but the car continues to do the same thing and the dealership claims that it can't duplicate the movement so they can't repair it. a moving seat while driving is not safe!! the seat goes to the left and there is a popping sound and sometimes it goes forward.

Reported in: LUMBERTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21EX8C

AIR BAGS

i bought a brand new 2008 nissan altima in july 2008. i have had ongoing problems with the passenger airbag light turning on and off while i have a passenger who weighs 125lbs. when the light turns on, this means the airbag will not deploy. i've taken my car to the dealer twice for this problem and they said they can't duplicate it nor fix it. i've called the nissan consumer hotline number more than a dozen times and just seem to get the run around. i'm told my file was "assigned" to someone, but this "someone" can't seem to return calls nor answer my calls. i'm astounded that this problem with my airbag is not elevated to a priority status as there will be a very large lawsuit against nissan if my passenger is injured or killed due to the malfunctioning airbag sensor. please help. i feel totally helpless with this issue.

Reported in: TEMPLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

there were no events leading up to the failure. the car had been parked all night and at 330 a.m. it caught on fire. it had never been any problems with the vehicle. the fire department was called and they put out the fire. they said that the electrical fuse box caught on fire.

Reported in: WEST HELENA AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2008 nissan altima 7,000 miles front brake pads are too hard. they cut into the brake rotors and cause car to stop poorly. they also screech. when stopping. at 7,500 service shop turned the rotors but did not replace the pads, so the hard pads will continue to cut into rotors and make stopping difficult. my 20005 ford freestyle had similar problems and ford recalled and replaced pads with softer ones and cured the problems. numerous owners of 2007 and 2008 nissan altimas are having the same problem please investigate.

Reported in: PALM DESERT CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. in october of 2008, the front passenger air bag indicator remained illuminated while driving 5 mph. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the dealer replaced the air bag control module in november of 2008. the failure has not been corrected. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but they were unable to diagnose the failure. a report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that the dealer would not allow the contact to drive an unsafe vehicle. the failure mileage was 8,000 and current mileage was 14,000.

Reported in: TOPEKA KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i bought my car in july 2008 from power nissan of tempe, az about a month or so later i noticed when driving my car for more than 5 miles around town. i would smell an overheating odor and my car would start driving very sluggish. car was slow to accelerate. my temperature gage on the dash has never indicated that the car was overheating. i took the car into the nearest dealership and reported the problem. i left my car overnight with them and picked it up the next day with them telling me that they could not find a leak anywhere. so i took the car home. no sooner than that i started to smell the again. so i pulled over and looked under the hood to find that the antifreeze was leaking out of the overflow cap. there are remainders of antifreeze still on the oveflow container. i took it back to the dealership and reported the problem again. i was told that all the nissans are doing that and it was normal. as long as the temperature gage wasn't reading hot. i don't think this is normal and someone needs to look into this defect asap! im getting nowhere with nissan.

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

AIR BAGS

passenger airbag light comes on when the vehicle is in motion and an adult passenger (150 + pounds) is in the front passenger seat. this occurs intermittently and sometimes corrects itself and sometimes not. when the light is on the passenger is not protected and therefore subject to serious injury in the event of an accident. i have taken it to the dealer at least three times and each time i am told that the airbag system is working properly. i even took it back with my wife sitting in the front seat and the airbag light was on so they could see for themselves the problem. it did not make any difference to them. this problem occurred immediately after i purchased this vehicle new in december 2007 and continues today. because the problem occurs intermittently you never know if your front passenger will have airbag protection when riding in the vehicle.

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98C

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

drivers seat squirms moves and is not rigid. dealership says they can not replicate the problem. every time i turn the seat makes noise and sounds squirms like its not properly secure. the passenger airbag light also comes on when a fully grown adult is sitting in it. this happens randomly on an average of 4-5 times monthly. when the airbag light comes on the passenger airbag is deactivated not protecting the individual. there is also an issue with the brakes when pressed sometimes the brakes in the front do not grab properly and they grind badly causing the car not to stop as well . the dealership says can not replicate but stated they are aware of these problems and that nissan may issue a recall. for the time being the car is unsafe and nothing is being done about it.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08C

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08C

SEATS

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

to many recalls.

Reported in: MONTEREY PARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

AIR BAGS

to many recalls.

Reported in: MONTEREY PARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

SEATS

drivers seat cushion moves side to side when making turns. started at about 5,000 miles and gets worse with time. taken car to dealer three times, first time supposedly was fixed and the next two times could not be duplicated by tech and no action was taken. appears seat could brake during accident. the seat can be moved by shifting body weight. doesn't feel like seat frame is loose from the floorboard but just the cushion is not secure to the seat frame. i have seen this complaint many times on forums and from other owners i know.

Reported in: ELIZABETHTOWN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

when adult passenger is sitting in the passenger side front seat intermittently the air bag off light goes on, even though the passenger is sitting upright in the seat with legs extended in front of them as they should be. passenger seat replaced by nissan service department.

Reported in: BRADFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: BRADFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: BRADFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

both back passenger doors on the 2008 altima sometimes do not close. after opening the doors, and then trying to shut the doors they do not latch shut and bounce back to the open position. this has happened at least ten times and the door latches have been replaced. within the week of the problem being "fixed" it happened again. it is only the two back doors not the front ones.

Reported in: CENTREVILLE VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i recently purchased a 2008 nissan altima coupe. to turn the car on/off it utilizes a push button rather than an actual key. the other morning i drove to work and parked in the public garage @ 8:00 am. i must have forgotten to push the off button because when i returned to the vehicle that evening 4:30 pm it was running and had burned 1/4 of a tank of gas. besides feeling real stupid, i thought about how dangerous this could have been. because the engine was running the doors did not lock, therefore the car was running and unlocked all day. the vehicle could have been ransacked, stolen or worse, if this had taken place in someone's home garage, or driveway or on a street, a child could have gotten into the vehicle, engaged it in drive and caused damage or injury to someone or personal property. vehicles with this "smart key" technology should have a built in safety/anti-theft system that would automatically shut the engine off after 15 minutes of idle. it should not have run 8-1/2 hours. please advise.

Reported in: FORKED RIVER NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i have a 2008 nissan altima coupe with 30k miles and the brakes are squeaking nonstop. i took the pad off on all 4 sides and there is plenty of pad left. i sanded the syface of the pad, cleaned the brake assembly and still they squeak non stop. the only time they will not squeak is if i brake super hard.

Reported in: ANAHEIM CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E38C

WHEELS

vehicle rides unstable. sharp turns causes car to become unstable, loses controls of turn. tires or rims unbalanced. have vehicle seem many times and the problem can not be corrected. neither representative would confirm problem. told by american tires sale associate, nissan will not reimburse them for correcting the problems. they rebalanced the tires, but this did not correct the problem. advise right front tire problem, but they would not give a write up on the problem. my vehicle has had too many recalls. hanlees richmond hilltop nissan should have known about the many recalls, prior to selling this vehicle. march 26, 2009 had car in for servicing, driver seat broken, brake hardware damaged - brakes replaced. mileage at time of servicing 12,800. i had complained about these problems from day one. i spoke with the finance associate about replacing the car, but he refused.. i have noted from servicing order on march 26, 2009 - heat shield problem - high rpm on initial startup. antioch service advisor did not address this matter, because nissan has not issued a correction order on this as of today. this is a brand new car that has many problems from the first day of purchase! i have tried so many times to get help from the service center as well as nissan consumer services. not help!!!

Reported in: PITTSBURG CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: PITTSBURG CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Reported in: PITTSBURG CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

STEERING

Reported in: PITTSBURG CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving 60 mph, the contact struck debris on the roadway. as a result, a piece of metal became lodged in the fuel tank and was hanging down. the failure caused a fuel leak. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they are replacing the fuel tank. the dealer stated that whatever he struck caused gasoline to leak from the fuel tank. the contact stated that the location and lack of protection of the fuel tank a safety issue. the failure mileage was 15000. updated 04-28-09 cw the drivers side track seat was slow at moving. updated 04/30/09.*jb

Reported in: OKLAHOMA CITY OK || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

SEATS

Reported in: OKLAHOMA CITY OK || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i have just purchased a used 2008 nissan altima sedan. the brakes are very squeaky. the brakes squeak when you press on them lightly going around 10 mph or less.

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the vehicle has continental conti pro contact all season radial tires, size 215/60/16. while driving approximately 5 mph on a slight incline, the vehicle began to slide uncontrollably. the road surface was snow covered and slushy. the driver shifted into reverse and proceeded down the incline. immediately, the vehicle was shifted into drive and proceeded forward to the top of the incline as the tires slid. there were no injuries, although the contact felt this was a life-threatening situation. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated that the tires were not defective. the manufacturer was notified, but there was no resolution. the contact stated that the tires were not suitable for this geographic area. all four original tires were replaced. the dot number was unknown. the failure mileage was 10,000 and current mileage was 18,000. updated 05/08/09. *lj

Reported in: ELMIRA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

while driving down road a strong odor of gasoline would fill the inside of car also had smell of antifreeze inside car took it to paul barnett nissan in brookhaven they could not duplicate the problem car was sluggish while driving and the radio went out twice . the interior lights would become very bright and dim while driving.

Reported in: WESSON MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Reported in: WESSON MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

my 2008 nissan altima had squeaky brakes for months before dealership would admit there was a problem. first time i took car in about brakes was told that the brakes sometimes make a noise nothing to worry about. second time they told me they had to replace the brakes and both calipers on front.everything was fixed according to the service bulletin. i've noticed that my transmission makes a whinny noise when driving up grades. took it in and was told they couldn't duplicate the reported problem. go figure.. i wish someone would do us all a favor and recall this vehicle. please! we all have been ripped off by nissan! car has had too many problems from day one! regret buying it!!

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

AIR BAGS

the occupant classification system on my 2008 nissan altima coupe is not working properly. the indicator saying that the airbag is off is lit when there is a full size 150 lb person in the passenger seat. there is a recall out right now for 2008 nissan altima coupes but my vin number is not one of those being recalled. i have taken it to the dealership 4+ times and they keep telling me that everything is working according to specifications. i have talked to nissan and they said there was nothing they could do. this upsets me greatly because i don't have a passenger airbag for full size passengers. obviously there is something wrong, i told them that i would send a video of my driving with a full size passenger and having the airbag disabled. there is no way to over-ride this function. so i am stuck with either having a one person car or telling my passenger that if we get in a wreck that his airbag wont deploy. they continue to tell me my car is under the correct specifications but i have someone who is double what the sensor weight needs to be in order for the airbag to be enabled. i am stuck with a one person car, because i refuse to drive anyone knowing that if i do get in an accident they will die. i just want the problem fixed. both nissan and the service shops believe my story fully but they continue to say that until they can find the root of the problem that it cannot be fixed. so again, i am stuck. they ran all of their tests and they came back "ok". i told them that i would like for nissan to buy back my car but they of course refused. i cant drive a car with no passenger airbag and yet they keep telling me that there isn't anything i can do! i am extremely frustrated and upset because i have found the problem before an accident had occurred but yet i cannot fix it. please help me. i have run out of options.

Reported in: CLINTON MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the passenger side air bag has been failing ever since the vehicle was purchased. she noticed that when a passenger is seated in the passenger seat, the air bag will display off when it should display on. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they reset the air bag module; however, the failure continued. the contact is concerned that the air bag may not deploy in the event of a crash. a report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that the contact would receive a call back by may 26, 2009. she was also informed that no compensation would be provided because the vin was not included in the recall regarding the air bag failure. the nhtsa campaign id number was unknown. the failure mileage was 21,000 and current mileage was 35,106.

Reported in: LIPHONIA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98C

SEATS

drivers seat moves side to side, typically when making right hand turns. nissan says there is a technical service bulletin for this, however, the fix has yet to fix the issue. this is very alarming when driving, especially when you're not expecting your seat to shift. now the seat moves forward/backward when accelerating along with the side to side movements. nissan has had the car at least 3 times trying to correct issue and now says it must be the way nissan designs their seats. i have had multiple cars in my life and this is the first car seat that has moved. i do not see how the seat can be safe if it moves while driving. i'm worried that if i have to brake suddenly or am in an accident the seat will come off track.

Reported in: GEORGETOWN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 08v521000 and immediately called the dealer for repairs. the vehicle was repaired according to the recall because the front passenger side air bag continued to illuminate on the instrument panel. in the event of a crash, the air bag may not function properly. he called the manufacturer and was referred back to the dealer, but they could not remedy the failure. the failure still persists. the failure and current mileages were 21,000. updated 06/27/09 *bf updated 06/23/09.*jb

Reported in: APOLLO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

AIR BAGS

my 2008 nissan altima passenger air bag light goes on randomly while driving with my girlfriend in the seat. it does not happen at start up, or at any other regular event (i.e. - braking, etc.). i have taken this to the dealer twice, and they say that they have checked and there are no stored codes. they directed me to nissan corporate, who turned around and called the dealer and was told the same thing. i will check with the dealer again, but i doubt they drove with anyone in the seat, and this could happen after a few miles or not for many miles. i am extremely scared and frustrated. this light tells me the air bag is shut off, and i cannot get anyone's attention. i am supposed to wait until a crash and the bag does not deploy? the dealer told me to return when the light goes on which is not practical. i cannot drive circles around the dealer until the light goes off, hope it stays on, and then hope they can quickly break a technician free to check codes. this seems like a huge safety concern to me. i am an engineer by trade and understand the workings of many sensors, transducers, etc. this does not make any sense to me. if the person sitting in the seat statically before the vehicle moves does not cause the light to go on, it should not then go on *shutting air bag off) randomly. randomly could be in the case of an accident. i really no longer want this vehicle unless someone can show caring and understanding to this issue. please help!

Reported in: BOSTON NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

i bought my 2008 nissan altima from champion nissan,katy,texas. i paid $2000 for four boss wheels and tires. at 15,000 miles, i had two tires fall apart and have belts to separate making the car un-drivable. now i have a third tire which seems like it is trying to do the same;however, i have had to stop driving the car for safety reasons. i contacted champion nissan(281-644-1100 ) and spoke with two managers,rafael and phil;, and have been put off for ten days now because they are trying to pass the buck to the vendor which sold them the boss wheels w/ tires. they have found out that the business is now "out of business" and they seem to be in meetings all the time. can someone help me convince them that since the car was purchased with the no good tires from them, they ought to put decent tires on my car so i can drive it? the warranty book they gave me describes goodyear, bf goodrich and dunlop tires....nothing is mentioned about nankang tires. help!

Reported in: KATY TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Reported in: KATY TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. insects have entered into the rear tail light sockets of her vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and a technician concluded that the failure was an environmental concern; however, the insects were removed from the sockets. the manufacturer was notified, but they have not identified a remedy. the failure mileage was 33,000. the current mileage was 34,265.

Reported in: ALBANY GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

SEATS:MOTORCYCLE

i request that nhtsa investigate a major car defect of my nissan altima coupe. on 09/25/2009 i was driving on bruckner expressway close the exit 52 to bronx river parkway. i was driving between 45 to 50 mph, the breaks stopped working, i tapped the breaks continuously and still they did not work after a few seconds the steering wheel starting turning un-controllably to the right, then to the left. i tried to press on the breaks and control the vehicle but there was nothing i could do since the breaks and the steering wheel were not working. the car hit the highway shoulder on the left and then turned to the right. i believed that was the end of my life and my passanger's life. after about a mile the car came to a stop. i had never experienced an accident before. i bought a brand new car so i can avoid technical and manufacturing problems. but i was not lucky because my one year old nissan altima couple had a major manufacturing defect that almost took my life . now all said and done, it has been 10 days that i have been in touch with nissan of usa and nissan of garden city. for these long ten traumatized days the only answer i got from nissan is that the car will be inspected and that nissan is going to let me know what happened to the car. nissan did not provide me with a loaner or funds to rent a car. it has been 10 days that i have been renting cars or taking cabs paying from my pocket to make it to work. i am out of funds and nissan does want to respond to the issue. i know that the car has a major manufacturing problem. i will not drive that car again under any circumstance. i do not want that car to be driven from anyone else because i am very sure that car is very dangerous. this car needs to be inspected carefully so nissan can learn from this mistake and prevent future similar accidents that can turn deadly. nissan needs to be responsible for their own mistakes. i hope nhtsa will be able to help in this issue. thank you, alma uldedaj

Reported in: BEDFORD NY || Crash: Y || VIN #:

STEERING

Reported in: BEDFORD NY || Crash: Y || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that when it rained the brakes locked and caused the vehicle to skid. the brake failure has caused a crash to occur while driving 25 mph. the contact is aware of the safety risk since a crash has occurred. the current mileage was 19,000 and the approximate failure mileage was 0.

Reported in: PASADENA TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

while driving my 2008 nissan altima i came to a sudden stop going uphill to avoid hitting another vehicle. as i tried to proceed the transmission will not crank into gear even though it was in drive position. after shutting the engine off and restarting it i was able to proceed forward.

Reported in: CLIFTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

POWER TRAIN

brakes were making a noise for a 2nd time; already replaced once when i told abc nissan phoenix, az (where purchased) that at speed less then 25 mph my brakes were making a noise. the other day went to brake at 14 mph in very heavy traffic on the freeway during rush hour and brakes locked up and had to use the emergency brake to avoid a collision (mind you i was one car length behind the car in front of me). i am afraid to drive my nissan altima now!! this is ridiculous.

Reported in: QUEEN CREEK AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

Reported in: QUEEN CREEK AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: QUEEN CREEK AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY

i drive a new 2008 nissan ultima that i have had for the last year and a half. my complaint is regarding the windshield/wiper usage. in inclement weather i feel that while using my windshield wipers i can not see as i should or have in other cars. while using the windshield wipers it blurs the windshield like i am looking through a film. i am on the road every day for two hours and this whole last week it has rained every day...so for the last week of continual use i am still complaining of this problem. i have had this problem since i drove the car off the lot new. i feel this could cause injury/crash in the future due to this problem. there is not a specific date so i input a date near the purchase of this vehicle.

Reported in: DAWSON IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2008 nissan altima. failed brake master cylinder at 47,000 miles. i took my 2008 altima 2.5sl to the dealer for service. one complaint is that my brake light comes on under acceleration. they advised that my master cylinder has a leak. due to the mileage on my car it is not covered by the warranty. i was advised that they see this often but most people are covered under the warranty because they have less mileage. i feel that nissan should fix this under recall.

Reported in: MARLBORO NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

throttle sticks and remains wide open. this is 2nd time in two weeks. dealer says the car is out of warranty and not covered. car is 2008 nissan altima 3.5.

Reported in: PERTH AMBOY NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

purchased a 2008 nissan altima, drove the car for 3,000 miles. cvt transmission started making strange noises. turned out to be defective. they replaced it, but did not put it back together properly. been having problems with it ever since. nov 30, 2009 took vehicle in for scheduled maintenance, had them examine transmission again for a grinding noise. they did not "see" anything wrong with it but acknowledged transmission could be defective. car is going in for more "tests". nissan extended the warranty to 10 years 120,000 miles for cvt's, however i don't feel safe driving the vehicle.

Reported in: MECHANICSVILLE VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the passenger airbag indicator shows the airbag to be off with an adult passenger in the seat. repeated visits to the dealership have resulted in nissan service stating the system is working properly, but repeated cases continue.

Reported in: MORRISTOWN TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E58C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i have a nissan altima 2008 i complained about the car pulling and nissan said that i needed a new tires. i was driving on the 87 when we were driving at around 50mph and the car suddenly revved up and cut out.

Reported in: YONKERS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78C

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while making a left turn onto a one-way street driving at speeds less than 15 mph, there was a truck coming from a side street on his right and struck his vehicle on the driver's side door. his head struck the drivers door. the contact was pinned into the vehicle and had to be extracted by the fire department. he was then taken to the hospital and sustained severe injuries to the head, neck, contorted spine, back, shoulders, head contusions and a fractured jaw. neither the frontal or side curtain airbags deployed at the time of the crash. the manufacturer was contacted and stated that they would send a technician to inspect the vehicle. the vehicle sustained over $12,000 worth of damages. the failure and current mileages were under 21,000.

Reported in: WILLIAMNSTOWN NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

my name is fatima owodunni, i am reporting an accident i had with my nissan altima 2008 on 7/28/09. it happened in the parking lot of bed bath and beyond @ owings mills md when i tried to park the car. i put the gear in a reverse mode to back up into a space but instead of the car driving backward it went with such an unimaginable speed forward, i slammed on the brake to stop the car instantly but the braked failed. i then crashed into 3 other cars and one person injured due to the crash. i reported this issue to nissan na but they refused to accept negligence. i told police officer what had happened but didn't believe me and he wrote in his report that maybe i pressed on the gas pedal rather than the brake but i was the only one that knew what had happened. nissan na rejected my claim saying the investigation didn't reveal that anything was wrong with the car. please help, i'm still driving the car but i drive in fear anytime i'm behind the wheel. thank you!

Reported in: PIKESVILLE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

the windows to my 2008 nissan altima coupe roll down by themselves.

Reported in: GRAND PRAIRIE TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

would like to bring to your attention a defect that i believe needs to be corrected in at least some, if not all, of nissan, latest altima vehicles. the problem occurs when the car is left running and the vehicle doors are closed with the remote "keyless". this problem could create a serious safety & health issue if a driver forgets to shut off the engine before using the remote key to close the vehicle doors.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

2008 nissan altima coupe 3.5se. passenger seat is occupied by 165# male and the airbag display on the dash shows that the airbag is off. one occasion the passenger repositions himself and the light went off. usually repositioning does not resolve the issue and airbag light remains off. the issue has occurred about 6 times in 12 months.

Reported in: NORTH HOLLYWOOD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact was driving approximately between 10-15 mph on wet road conditions. when braking the anti-lock brake system failed to engage. the vehicle slid across the roadway and crashed into another vehicle. there were no personal injuries. the police was not called to the scene. the contact was able to drive the vehicle to the residence. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for body damage repairs. in addition, the day before the failure the "vehicle dynamic control off" (vdc) and "slip" warning light indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. the warning indicators remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. the failure mileage was 18,000.

Reported in: SHERMAN OAKS CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BL21E68N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

Reported in: SHERMAN OAKS CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BL21E68N

AIR BAGS

i have a 2008 nissan altima coupe and the passenger air bag malfunctions when i have a passenger sitting in the seat. i have returned it to the dealer 4 times and they test it with a 75# weight and say they can't replicate the condition. the problem becomes more pronounced as the passenger weight increases, so it malfunctions more frequently when i have my 185# son in the passenger seat than my 120# wife.

Reported in: LEBANON IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E58C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

wife was parking 2008 nissan altima coupe at a retail business. she had pulled into a parking space, stopped ,had her foot on brake and was going to shift to park when the car suddenly accelerated forward jumping a curb and hit a retaining wall.

Reported in: ROCKWOOD TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

AIR BAGS

i was at a complete stop, was rear ended by a ford explorer, which therefore made me rear end the person in front of me. the driver never put on their brakes. the back glass shattered, my trunk was in my backseat, gas tank exposed. none of the airbags deployed. guess the frontal hit wasn't hard enough to make the front airbags deploy, which therefore hit my head on the steering wheel, that caused me to have a 3cm laceration above right eye, which required closing. the rear side airbags should have deployed, but didn't!! i am concerned about this because i have a child that could have been in the back seat, i had just taken her to daycare before i was on my way to work.

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima coupe. the contact was driving approximately 65 mph. the passenger side air bag warning light indicator illuminated in the on and off position without assistance. the failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on seven separate occasions. the technician stated that there was not a problem. the failure mileage was 800. the current mileage was 7,000.

Reported in: BELLEVUE NE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

on occasion/randomly the clutch on the 2008 nissan altima coupe will sink to the floor which does not enable the driver to shift the vehicle. the dealer replaced the master cylinder in the past to repair but the same situation has arisen. not having ability to shift can stall the vehicle and reder it inoperable in the middle of the freeway, on an off-ramp, in an intersection, etc. this is unacceptable.

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E78C

WHEELS

2008 altima wheels making to much noise-have replaces front wheel hub at no cost-still a howling noise.

Reported in: TEKAMAH NE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

cvt transmission is warmed up after approximately thirty minutes of driving. once warm, from a complete stop, i lightly accelerate to 20mph. the rpms drop slightly and more acceleration is necessary to drive faster than 20mph. i press the accelerator pedal to about half way down and the vehicle shudders/surges three to five times then accelerates rapidly. this causes your neck to snap back and the vehicle to loose control. no accident yet but it could easily happen. taken to nissan dealer in california who called it a "normal operating condition" and sent me home. still fighting with nissan customer service.

Reported in: SAN JACINTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving at 5 mph with pressure being applied to the brakes, the vehicle surged forward resulting in a crash. there were no injuries but a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a repair shop to be inspected. the failure and current mileages were approximately 35,000. updated 11/03/10. *lj updated 12/01/10. *lj updated 12/09/10*jb

Reported in: SEAFORD NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

approximately the last 13 months i have noticed 2-3 times a week, the passenger airbag off light was on. on several occasions while this light was on, i drove by the nissan dealer (eastside nissan of bellevue, wa) and showed the light was on even with my wife sitting square in the passenger seat. the technician drove with my wife with the light still on. however, he pulled in some sensor and stated that the system should work fine even if the light was on. they stated that they tested the sensor last year and it worked fine so they are not going to do anything about it. i have called nissan usa many times and all i would get is someone telling me that they have to replicate the issue. based on nissan's position, i am holding nissan corporation, eastside nissan, and nhtsa liable for any injuries which result from injury from an accident and also pain and suffering and any additional distress, especially if the airbag or other safety system fails. the nissan airbag system can lead to a fatality even with an adult 150+ lbs. just prior to an accident. no part have been changed out and my warranty is about to expire with no action on nissan's part except for excuses of why they cannot fix the problem.

Reported in: RENTON WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5N1AN08W28C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i bought a car in march 2009. last saturday, may 15 2010, i was driving to my friend graduation,shortly after leaving houston,i started seeing smoke coming from the hood of the car. alarmed, i pulled my car over as far as i could and decided to step outside to see where the smoke where coming from. i popped the hood, saw flames. i had gotten a few hundred feet away and watch my car burn. helpless. i do not understand how a car would catch fire by itself.i really believe that the fire wasn't the result of my negligence . i have done all my maintenance and every thing. and now that it happened,i made some research and it turns out that some of the model of nissan altima was subject to a recall and it fits the profile sort of speak.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

VISIBILITY

the driver's side mirror is housed in a casing of reflective metal, the same as the rest of the body of the car. the shape of the shaft connecting the casing to the door is shaped nearly parabolic, which means that if parallel rays of light (such as from the sun) are collected and focused so that they concentrate at one point. as it happens, the glare from the sunlight concentrates at a point right around where the driver's eyes would be. at least near my eyes, though i'm taller than average (6'5"). the glare is very distracting for me. i have to lean off to the side to try to avoid the glare. in the past i've gotten around the problem by cutting strips of black gaffer's tape (a kind of tape used by tv and sound professionals) and covering up the top of the mirror housing. it was recently taken off when i had some scratches buffed out elsewhere on the car. i happened to get some direct sun today, so i grabbed some pictures to share with you, if you want them.

Reported in: TULSA OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68C

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

supplemental airbag light continue to stay lite though the system is said to be working fine. i took my car in for a service recall on the airbag system. the service writer asked the tech if the light turned off. i couldn't hear the far end of the conversation. i was told the system was fine. drove off the lot and the light is still on. when i went back the service rep said my airbag was fine and if i wanted the issue resolved i'd have to pay for a service inspection; though just 15 minutes ago it was in for recall repairs. the service recall even stated that if the light was on the system may be impacted by the recall. of course my warranty was up just 300 miles ago and i am really bothered by the fact they wont at least check it out since they issued a recall. i contact nissan usa, but they have not responded to my request and the local dealer was unwilling to assist.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E28C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2008 altima has push start button that won't work at random times. dealer has not been able to resolve the issue. they have asked me to stomp on the brake pedal real hard when this happens to engage the brake sensor so the car would start. still unresolved and i'm unhappy.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2008 nissan altima 2.5 4 cylinder with cvt transmission, when pulling out on highway the car began to accelerate normally at first (0 to 25 mph) but then would not accelerate and coasted into traffic nearly causing accident. this happened twice more on the way to the dealership. the problem happens intermittently and has been reported to a nissan dealer twice for repair under warranty. check engine light came on when lack of acceleration happened 3 times and twice the dealer reset the code, change the fluid and reprogram the computer and said it was just a fluke and that it found no hardware problems. the nissan cvt transmission control electronics are unreliable, unsafe and should be investigated. this recurring problem very nearly resulted in a major accident today.

Reported in: SOUTH POINT OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2008 altima 2.5s was on 35-35 degree incline with front facing uphill. as i was exiting the vehicle, it popped out of park and into neutral. before i could stop it, the driver door caught on neighboring yard/hill and bent forward. damage to rear bumper as well. damage totaled approximately $3700. nissan said their filed tech could find nothing wrong with the car. i have found 7 other instances of this happening but they did not seem to care. this car is not safe to drive or park for that matter.

Reported in: CEDAR RAPIDS IA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i would like to report a chronic brake problem i have had with my 2008 nissan altima, since the date of purchase in may of 2008. to date, i have had to bring in the car for repairs ranging from squealing noises right down to out and out grinding which began only 3-4k miles after i purchased the car. after the first several repairs, which did absolutely "nothing' as i noticed the brakes squealing still just days after i brought the car in, the car dealership advised me there was a technical service bulletin (tsb) issued which required them to perform a 'complete" brake pad replacement, which included brake pads, rotors and brand new replacements of all other parts that the brakes use. since that time, the brakes continue to make this annoying squealing noise and when the dealership is questioned about it, they simply revert back to what they told me the very first time i called them about this 3-4 months after i bought the car, which was that this sound was normal with all cars and was nothing to be alarmed about, which sounded totally preposterous to me and was even proven incorrect months later after the initial complaint when they advised me there was that technical service bulletin (tsb) issued regarding this problem which resulted in the aforementioned complete overhaul repair. it was noted that, among other reasons, this occurs as a result of the problem is caused by the semi-metallic pads used by nissan and/or other cheap or poor quality brake products used. from what i have learned there have been "three" tsb's issued relating to brake problems with the 2008 nissan altima as follows: ntb07-003c murano and altima; squeak noise when brake pedal is pressed. ntb08-047 altima: rear brake noise at slow speeds ntb08-057 2007-2008 altima; front brake noise at slow speeds.

Reported in: BELLEVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while the contact was driving in a parking lot approximately 5 mph, the brake pedal was engaged and the vehicle lurched forward with an unintended acceleration. the vehicle would not slow down and crashed into two unoccupied parked vehicles. there was no personal injury. a police report was filed of the incident. the vehicle sustained moderate damages to the front end. the vehicle was in the process of being inspected by the insurance company. the failure mileage was approximately 40,000.

Reported in: BOHEMIA NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

my brakes on my 2008 nissan altima have been making a loud grinding noise almost 1 year now. i have notified the dealer which i bought the car from and they said nothing was wrong with the brakes when they completed a visual inspection. i feel unsafe with this type of ongoing noise and this occurs everyday,especially when the brake pads and rotors heat up,i will get a loud grinding noise. i have complained to nissan several times and they have not did anything to help resolve this issue. my car only has 25,000 miles and i done think its suppose to be time for a brake change?? has anyone or is anyone else experiencing this same issue?

Reported in: SOUTH RICHMOND HILL NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

my 2008 altima's passenger air bag light goes on intermittently. when someone is sitting in the passenger seat sometimes it says that the airbag is off. my daughter was sitting there yesterday and it did it again. she is over 100 lbs. i took it into the dealer for this in the past and they said that my vin number was not on the recall but they didn't do anything and it continues to happen.

Reported in: BUFORD GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated the accelerator pedal was stuck in the up position while depressing the pedal, the vehicle failed to move. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they performed a diagnostic test but could not duplicate the failure. they also reprogrammed the computer but the problem continued. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 10,000. the dealer replaced the throttle lever assembly. updated 11/05/10 the consumer stated as he backed out of the driveway, he then put the gear in drive and the vehicle would not move beyond 5 mph. after about 100 feet of a slow roll and trying to engage the accelerator, it caught with a lurch. according to the dealer, the transmission was overfilled with fluid, which caused the vehicle to shut down. updated 12/22/10*jb

Reported in: RALEIGH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Reported in: RALEIGH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28C

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the front drivers side door filled up with water whenever it rained. the contact stated also stated that it sounds like a dish washer when driving the vehicle. none of the other doors have exhibited the failure. the dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that the plugs in the door were clogged which failed to let the water out. the contact had to continue to open the door and let the water run out of the vehicle. the failure caused the speakers on the door to make a buzzing noise. this is a defect because it can cause problems with the mechanics of the door. the failure mileage was 20 and the current mileage was 24000.

Reported in: TEMPLE HILLS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

gas pedal stops working,once or twice a week,started in august of this year,not in heavy traffic yet,nissan shop could not find anything wrong,replaced master cylinder as brake light was coming on,its a 2008 nissan altima with 40,000 miles.

Reported in: MISSION KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Reported in: MISSION KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while the vehicle was being serviced, the contact was informed that carbon monoxide was leaking into the vehicle because a cracked weld on the front exhaust pipe. the vehicle had not been repaired. the contact called the manufacturer and was awaiting a response. the failure mileage was 60,154. the current mileage was 30,631. updated 2/28/11 *cn the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired. updated 05/20/11

Reported in: ASHBURN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

losing brake fluid causing warning light to flash.

Reported in: WORCESTER MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2008 nissan altima 2.5- i have been to the dealership over 9 times with brake issues and had my master cylinder replaced once already in 2009 under warranty. my brake light has been turning on during acceleration and off when brake is applied. i brought it to the dealership today and was told the master cylinder has to be replaced again and the car is no longer under warranty and the work is not under warranty due to 12,000 mile agreement. obviously, something is seriously wrong here. i'm on the 3rd master cylinder in 2 and 1/2 years. there needs to be a recall for this cylinder; many people are complaining of the same problem.

Reported in: HOWELL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

master cylinder leaks on vehicle. has potential to cause loss of braking. has not caused any major failure at this time, but does require brake fluid reservoir to need a refill about once every 2 months (i.e. the brake light on the dash starts to come on while driving).

Reported in: TOPEKA KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

SEATS

drivers seat moves side to side and front to back while driving. nissan attempted to fix the problem after a technical bulletin was created, but the issue still remains. dealer now says they cannot replicate the problem even though its worse now than it was originally.

Reported in: NORTH BERGEN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E88N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brakes light will comes on and off at times. brake does not stop effectively and not to full potential this could result in an accident. brought it to dealers and the problem was leaking master cylinder this problem happened to many owners with same vehicle http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2007-nissan-altima-discussion-2-5-3-5/298430-warning-master-cylinder-problem-must-read.html.

Reported in: DORCHESTER MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

letter from congressman tiberi on behalf of constituent regarding nissan dealership (dot/i#2010-2206) *tgw the consumer was unable to secure financing after loosing his job and wanted to return the vehicle to the dealership. however, nissan stated they would finance the vehicle, even though the consumer stated he no longer has a job. nissan stated the consumer is still responsible for the loan. *jb

Reported in: COLUMBUS OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

own a 2008 nissan altima: we had to replace the bad master brake cylinder after only 39,000 miles, spending almost $500, 3000 miles out of factory warranty. i understand their sentra model had a recall for the same part, but not the altima, and that there have been numerous complaints about this same issue.

Reported in: CARMEL IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

STEERING

i got my nissan 2 years ago as a graduation present from my parents. i have never been in a car accident or ran into anything ever from driving any car. one day i was driving on a country road, with no shoulders, near where i live and i went around a sharp turn and went off the road a little bit but then corrected myself and got back onto the road. once i got back onto the road my car went out of control. the steering wheel started turning to the left and right uncontrollably and i pressed on the brakes and the car started sliding and spinning out of control from the wheel turning. the car then went to the other side of the road from the spinning and flipped over! i had to go to the hospital but i wasn't seriously injured and thank god no one else was in the car with me because they most likely would have been seriously injured because when the car flipped over the passenger side was the side that had the most damage, etc. my car is totaled and my parents are very angry with me, and i know i was driving faster than i should have, but i honestly believe that the car was a major contributor to the crash.

Reported in: MECHANICSVILLE VA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL24E28C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brake/vcs off/slip lights began flickering on dash about 2 weeks ago. brought car into dealer on dec 01 2010, and was advised that the master brake cylinder was leaking. due to safety concerns, i left my car at the dealership. currently waiting on a new master brake cylinder, the part is on nationwide backorder.

Reported in: CALEDONIA MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E18C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brake light kept coming on and off for a week or so. took it to the nissan dealer where i bought it and they said it was master cylinder leaking. they have to wait on part because it is on backorder.

Reported in: SIKESTON MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

required to replace brake master cylinder due to leakage of fluid. the brakes began not working properly and the bake alert light came on. this is certainly not a component that should malfunction at this low mileage! there are many complaints about this problem on the internet(forums-blogs) and warnings about buying the 08 altima. nissan has recalled other models for this problem but the altima is not included. this is obviously a manufacturing failure and nissan should be standing back of their product!! brake problems pose a great danger to peoples lives. there may not have been any deaths associated with this problem, but is that what has to happen? in this economy wounding our wallets is harmful. between the internet and consumer reports nissan will hopefully pay for not voluntarily stepping up and taking care of their inferior manufacturing in a competitive market.

Reported in: GUNTERSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 08v521000 (electrical system: software). the failure recurred within six months. the contact stated that he would use a cushion when sitting in the seat and the dealer advised that the seat cushion could be the cause of the failure. the contact did not believe the cushion to be the culprit because the air bag light did not illuminate for six months while using the cushion. the vehicle was not further repaired. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 33,800. updtated 2/17/11 *cn updated 02/23/11

Reported in: PLYMYTH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact was traveling approximately 60 mph when the steering wheel became extremely stiff. the contact was unable to turn the wheel so the vehicle to coasted to a stop. the vehicle was then towed to the contacts residence. he then noticed there was no power steering fluid in the vehicle. while adding more power steering fluid, he noticed the fluid leaking directly from the power steering fluid compartment. the vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was told the power steering rack fractured from the vehicle. the vehicle was then towed to an authorized dealer where the power steering rack was repaired. the failure mileage was 45,762 and the current mileage was 48,000. updated 03/10/11 *bf

Reported in: ROWLETT TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

the dashboard warning lamps "dsc off", "slip" and "brake" indicator sporadically were coming on. the warning indications became more frequent. took it to the dealer, and they said it is the brake master cylinder leaking brake fluid into the vacuum booster. since the leak is contained in the vehicle, the leak is not apparent on the ground. if brake fluid gets too low, total loss of brakes could result in a crash. the replacement master cylinder is back ordered, and may take weeks to arrive. internet research shows that the leaking master cylinder is a very common defect. vehicle only has 30k miles.

Reported in: LINCOLN UNIVERSITY PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21EX8C

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

passenger side airbag light comes on occasionally even with an adult sitting in the passenger seat. dealer had replaced the sensor but the problem still occurs. this occurs on numerous occasions probably 2 to 3 time a month when seat is occupied. this is a major safety concern that needs to be addressed for the safety of passengers in the vehicle. i do not feel at ease when someone says that the system is functioning properly even though the light comes on.

Reported in: KINGMAN AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

we have had to replace the brakes three time within the past 9 months.

Reported in: MEBANE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that when an adult over 150 lbs to 200 lbs occupied the passenger seat, the air bag off indicator light would illuminate indicating that the air bag was not active. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they made repairs to the passenger air bag sensor but to no avail. the manufacturer advised the contact that the correct repairs were made to the vehicle and the air bag was not functioning because the passengers were not seated in the seat correctly. there were no further repairs. the failure mileage was 25,000 and the current mileage was 27,000.

Reported in: THIBODAUX LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E98N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

my nissan altima 2008 sedan has had so many brake problems, i have changed pads and rotors and what not 7 times since i bought the car two years ago. i have complained to nissan in orland park, il and i always here the same thing. the altima does that! now again i have the same problems.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

CHILD SEAT

a one car wreck occurred with a 4 yr old in a proper child restraint in bartlett, tn. the car flipped and landed on the passenger side. my complaint is the fact that there was a graco booster seat for a lager child of 6 in the car that was not in use. because there is no way to strap this down securely to the car the booster seat then became a projectile object and hit the 4 yr old. there was blood on the back of the booster seat and the pad and in the cup holders. a better design is needed to keep these necessary objects that are not in use from being an additional cause of trauma during an accident. i think it is in the best interest of the car seat companies and the families who use these products on a daily basis to address this issue with the up-most importance. the safety of millions of people children and adults is at risk. model 8491bem name turbobooster serial jj0426060839221 manufactured in 042606 graco children's products, inc. ...updated 09/29/11 *bf driver lost control of the vehicle and ran off the right side of the road, striking a landscaping rock wall, followed by a landscaping boulder causing the vehicle to overturn and land on the passenger side. consumer sent in police report, on behalf of driver of the vehicle. updated ivoq 12/22/11

Reported in: MUNFORD TN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. when attempting to accelerate from a stop, the contact noticed that the vehicle would stall or hesitate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer in march 2010 where they replaced the original transmission with a salvage transmission. the dealer made three attempts to duplicate the failure. the contact did not inform the manufacturer nor was the vehicle repaired. the current mileage was approximately 60,000. the failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Reported in: EUNICE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18C

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the air bag on the passenger is not working. the seat cushion of the seat is the problems ( i was told). the cushion cost $900.00. the airbag has a defect in it. i looked on the world wide web and noticed several complaints of the same problem. there is a recall on some of the altima. this is a big problems.

Reported in: AUBURN ALABAMA AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E38C

POWER TRAIN

my nissan shakes and flutters when i take off., i think that there is a major defect in these new transmissions. the nissan dealership assured me that this was a normal operation. i've been around long enough to know that a car shouldnt hesitate from 20-55 mph.

Reported in: PINEVILLE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: PINEVILLE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

"brake" indicator light began coming on intermittently while driving. took the car in for service, found out the brake master cylinder is leaking and needs replaced. vehicle is a 2008 nissan altima and only has 41,000 miles on it. vehicle was recently in for maintenance service in december 2010, no indication of problem was given following inspection.

Reported in: HILLIARD OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

2008 nissan altima door lock actuators are bad and should be recalled.. its a safety issue and the doors might not open if an accident occurs.

Reported in: WOODSTOCK GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving approximately 35 mph he engaged the brakes and t-boned the vehicle in front of him. the air bags did not deploy and the seat belt shoulder restraint did not restraint him during the crash. his breast bone was fractured by the steering column and he was hospitalized for 24 hours. a police report was filed. the vehicle was damaged on the right front bumper, headlights, grill and there was a dent in the hood. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 34,574 and the current mileage was 34,579. updated 05/03/11*lj

Reported in: WHEELING IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

SEAT BELTS

Reported in: WHEELING IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

STEERING

car not stable. it wanders and pitches. steering is all over the road. requires constant correcting. seems very unstable on the interstate at 60mph and higher. seems to pitch from corner to corner.

Reported in: HASLETT MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48C

SUSPENSION

car not stable. it wanders and pitches. steering is all over the road. requires constant correcting. seems very unstable on the interstate at 60mph and higher. seems to pitch from corner to corner.

Reported in: HASLETT MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2008 nissan altima. consumer states while parking, with his foot on the brake and in drive and no contact with the gas pedal, the vehicle lurched forward and struck an unoccupied vehicle on two separate occasions. *tgw updated 07/19/12

Reported in: COCONUT CREEK FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated the keyless ignition push button start and remote keyless fob failed to operate approximately four times. in addition, both key and battery warning symbols illuminated on the instrument panel intermittently. the contact replaced two key fob batteries and the failure persisted. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing where they were unable to detect a failure code. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified which resulted in no resolution. the approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

Reported in: APOPKA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

about one month ago i reviewed your speed control page and found 23 very similar complaints to mine. since then my review shows only 3 of the complaints remain posted. where did 20 go and why did they go away? please respond to [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: COCONUT CREEK FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i own a 2008 nissan altima that was having brake problems. i had it checked out by a mechanic and he found that the master cylinder had been leaking fluid internally. i would be happy to discuss the problem with your agency if needed. my name is [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: LAUREL MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

VISIBILITY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that during a rainstorm, the front passenger window could be opened but would not close. the contact was informed by the dealer that the window regulator would have to be replaced at her expense. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. the current and failure mileages were unknown.

Reported in: NORTHEAST CONYERS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

when i was driving in a high way. suddenly my car started accelerating more and more. then i noticed i did not have speed control of my car. i tried to stop, the car but it did not respond . i braked as hard as i could without success. i avoided to crash other vehicles going from right to left and viceversa. i guess i avoid to crash three or four vehicles, including a big trailer. in other words, it happens to me like the last toyota recall for gas pedal issues. i felt like the gas pedal was stuck. finally, my car out of control crashed other car.

Reported in: AMBLER PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BL21E38N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact was driving approximately 5 mph when the brake warning indicator illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. the failure progressed over time until it occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated the master cylinder was leaking brake fluid. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. currently there was an open investigation associated with nhtsa action number pe11020 (hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder). the approximate failure mileage was 26,000.

Reported in: PISMO BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

the windows in my 2008 nissan altima come down for no apparent reason, when left in a parking lot and away from car - the 2 front windows come down i googled this problem and found probably a hundred others having the same issue with no apparent solution being offered by nissan here is the web site listing all the complaints- http://getsatisfaction.com/nissan/topics/the_windows_in_my_2008_nissan_altima_roll_down_automatically_and_corporate_nissan_doesn't_think_its_a_big_deal this is the 3rd time this has happened , at first i thought this couldn't have happened , i must of forgot and left them down , but after the 2nd time , i said no way.

Reported in: REYNOLDSBURG OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E58N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2008 nissan altima, purchased november 2007. while traveling on the merritt parkway in conneticut, the service engine light came on, and there was a loss of power. after pulling off to the side of the road, black smoke started coming from the engine compartment and a few seconds later, the car erupted in flames. the car is a total loss and pictures are available if required.

Reported in: NEW CITY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

from a complete stop, placed foot on brake pedal, put transmission into forward, released foot from brake pedal, vehicle accelerated into reverse without touching the accelerator pedal causing an accident into a parked car. ten days later, from a complete stop, placed foot on brake pedal, put transmission into reverse, released foot from brake pedal, vehicle accelerated forward without touching the accelerator pedal causing an accident into a tree. each incident occurred with different drivers. transmission is faulty at 42k miles. car is unreliable and unsafe to drive.

Reported in: NOVATO CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i had noticed for about a week that the brake light indicator on my dash board kept coming on. on monday 6/27/2011 i took my car to my local nissan dealer. there they diagnosed that the braking system's master cylinder and booster assembly had leaked brake fluid making the car unsafe to drive. they replaced with a new brake master cylinder, booster assembly, and other parts. the dealer made the repair and i returned to drive my car away on 6/29/2011. total cost with parts, labor, and tax was $608.62 . i have kept the receipt in my records. i had the brake light indicator go off several times from when i purchased it new to when this last incident happened. i"m assuming in the past they just topped off the brake fluid during regularly scheduled maintenance. the brakes had always been very touchy and overly tight to the touch. with the repair the braking system is not as tight but still very responsive. as a result of this slow leak over the years i always noticed that the brake fluid reservoir would be low as well and that did not seem correct for a new car. i purchased this car brand new and i am the only owner. since the breaking light indicator had been a normal occurrence many times i am surprised that my nissan technician did not thoroughly inspect the breaking system at some point in the past years. i was out of warranty due to the mileage and paid for the cost out of my personal funds. i am hoping if there is a recall i will be compensated for this repair since i am claiming this as the responsibility of the car manufacturer nissan and/or any other associated entities. thank you,

Reported in: EXTON PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E18N

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima coupe. while the contact was driving various speeds the clutch pedal became stuck when it was engaged. the gear shift locked causing the vehicle to crash into the passenger side of another vehicle. the front seat passenger in the contacts vehicle sustained bruises to the ribs and a contusion. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a collision center. the malfunction with the clutch occurred previously on eight separate occasions. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 32,000.

Reported in: VILONIA AR || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

i have taken my car into the dealership 5 times due to the fact that my clutch sticks to the floor and i have to manually pull it up. each time that i have taken it they have provided no remedy. i expressed several time of how it has put me in dangerous situations while driving and got the sorry bout your luck tune. the last time it happened it resulted in my wife having a wreck in the car. i called the dealership and have filed two complaints with the manufacturer and get the same treatment. *kb

Reported in: VILONIA AR || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

my 2008 nissan altima master break cylinder needed to be replaced due to a leak after around 60k miles. before the brake light came on there was a reduced braking capacity and at around 35-40k miles i bought new brake pads due to this loss of fluid thinking the brake pads needed to be replaced. after taking the wheels off i found the pads to be just fine and topped off the fluid. i had noted this many times when i brought it in for an oil change but i was told the brakes were in good shape. during one of the scheduled maintenances' the technician noticed the leaking brake master cylinder. *kb

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Reported in: KNOXVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i just bought a 2008 nissan altima and my brake light comes on when i accelerate. i have taken it to the dealership and they are saying that i have a master cylinder leak. there is definitely a problem .

Reported in: MARIETTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i was driving my 2008 nissan altima from los angeles to las vegas. when i was about to cross the california line into nevada, my car started sounding like an electric vehicle. we lost speed and i tried shifting my cvt transmission into manual mode. the speeds would not change. after making an emergency stop. i put the car on reverse and then shifted to drive again. the car would move, but the speed would not change. as soon as i arrive to vegas, my car lost all speed and it wouldn't move in direct or reverse. smoke started coming out of the car. i parked the car and turned it off. when i came back the next day to tow the car to the nearest nissan dealer, the car would turn on, the engine was working, but the dashboard would not turn on and the car would not move either in direct or reverse. i bought the nissan altima brand new from the buena park nissan dealer in california. the car has had all scheduled maintenance and i even took the car to get the transmission serviced at 48,000 miles. my car currently has 72,345 miles in it. when i took my car to the dealer in vegas, another person came in with the exact same issue under the same circumstances. her vehicle had 75,000 miles and it had been serviced at the vegas dealer day prior to the transmission failing.

Reported in: LONG BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact noticed a loud ticking noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic, who inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that there was a crack in the exhaust manifold. the manufacturer was aware of the failure. the contact was awaiting a service appointment with the dealer for repairs, since it was covered under the warranty. the approximate failure mileage was 39,000 and the current mileage was 40,000.

Reported in: HAMDEN CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

purchased 2008 nissan altima in 2009. car was supposed to be certified. immediately began hearing squealing/grinding with brakes. complained to nissan and the dealership. dealership kept rotating rotors but no resolution. in 12/2010 had brakes changed at honcura auto and they used genuine nissan parts. within a month, same thing occurring. something is wrong with the brakes and nissan will not own up to it.

Reported in: FORT WORTH TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my 2008 altima with push button start has failed to start twice. once at 25,000 miles and again at 50,000 miles. both times the dealer replaced the brake switch which solved the problem. the second time the dealer took the switch apart and the contacts were pitted.

Reported in: WINTHROP ME || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i recently had a service call with my nissan dealer to fix a intermittent starting issue (push button start) on my 2008 nissan altima. it turns out that the brake light switch was defective and needed to be replaced. i believe that this is a safety issue that should be looked at since nissan does not believe it warrants a recall. if it were not for the intermittent starting problem i would not have known that my brake lights were not working. given that this is intermittent the vehicle does have the possibility to start yet later not have brake lights functioning. with the replacement of the switch the issue has gone away.

Reported in: DUBUQUE IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2008 nissan altima sedan belt tensioner bolts failed. one bolt still located in the tensioner pulley hole along with a piece of either the back timing cover or the lower engine cover. firestone and nissan claim to be astonished how this happened. damages are now estimated to be in the range of $3,900 with 20 hours of labor to remove the engine and replace the cover.

Reported in: ST. LOUIS MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brake light started coming on and going off spontaneous through out each drive time and continued to stay on longer as time passed. took my car in for service to the dealership, after a thorough inspection by the mechanic as he too was puzzled why my fluid level was low since the brakes themselves were working great it was determined my brake fluid was "somehow" leaking out of the container that holds the fluid into the rubber boot around it and was advised i needed to have the master brake valve replaced at a cost of $456. i questioned why this would happen and if it's been a problem and was advised they didn't know why it was just happening and no they had not seen this as a problem with other customers. i was advised it wasn't something that had to be fixed today but would need to be fixed but they would top off the fluid and i would be good, but for how long they couldn't tell me. in researching i see i am not the first to have this issue and probably won't be the last. i wanted to log my experience in hopes nissan will do the right thing and fix this problem before it is related to a catastrophe!

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

rattling noise coming from underneath the car. i question this everytime i take my car in for service back to 2008 and everytime i get the same answer "it's normal, it's just the heat shield plate heating up and cooling down. it doesn't affect the safety & function of the vehicle and there is no fix for it". it's amazing i paid $30k for a car that rattles on regular basis and there is no fix for it. you would think after the many complaints on this nissan could atleast come up with a fix! they say it does not affect the function/safety of the vehicle but i beg to differ, i get hesitations when the accelerator is pressed. if this was "normal" then every car sold would make this noise but they don't so it's obviously not normal and a problem.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

master cylinder found to be leaking. warning light was coming on.

Reported in: NORTH LITTLE ROCK AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

master cyclinder was leaking. parking break light would stay on, but sometimes go off. very similar to pe11020. i have dealer service records detailing the leak and the repair. *tt

Reported in: EDMOND OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E38C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i recently having issue with my brake light coming on and off at random times. which after researching online it appears to be a common issue for many others, with brake leaks. i have noticed a slight difference in the brake effectiveness, which causes concern for me. i have an 2008 nissan altima 2.5 se with roughly 56,000 miles. i bought this car used with only 22k miles roughly in 2009 and have other issues with electrical work in the radio. the radio has already been replaced by the dealership when it was still under warranty and now it is happening again where my volume dial doesn't turn the volume up or down it locks between three volume numbers and at times the screen fades in and out.

Reported in: NEW BRAUNFELS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: NEW BRAUNFELS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i took my 2008 altima in for an oil change. about 1 week before oil change appointment september 21, 2011 my brake light would appear on dashboard--it wasn't a consistent and not every time i was driving car. i didn't even have to brake for this to occur. at dealership told them about issue and they looked into it. after servicing my car i was informed that my master cylinder was leaking and need to be replaced. i also needed back brakes. i was told that i should not drive car, because the brakes might not work. i was completely shocked!! i only have 27000 miles on my 2008 altima. of course it was out of warranty and cost a good amount of money out of my pocket. i did some research online and noticed that there are numerous other people have the same issue with their 2007 & 2008 altima's. nissan has a recall for the sentra (?) vehicle that has the same issue. i believe this a manufactures defect and needs to be researched. i would appreciate this issue being looked into.

Reported in: ELGIN IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E68C

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the rear passenger door would fill up with water and leak inside the vehicle. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised that the drain holes were clogged and needed to be unclogged. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. the failure mileage was approximately 36,000.

Reported in: TEMPLE HILLS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brake light warning comes on while driving.

Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

this is a vehicle that is meticulously maintained and it uses excessive amounts of oil, 2 to 3+ quarts every 1000 to 2000 miles. it is the same type of vehicle, nissan altima 2.5l engine, that was recalled for the same issue in 2006. i have seen many other owners complaining of the same issue, on web boards and complaints on nhtsa, only to have the dealer tell them that the drive train warranty has been exceeded and the motor needs to be replaced at the customers' expense. this seems to be an ongoing engine manufacturing issue that nissan is trying not to take responsibility for.

Reported in: PALM BEACH GARDENS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4A121E78N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i took my car into the dealership because my brakes seemed to malfunction sporadically, and around the same time a brake light indicator came on my dashboard. the dealership diagnosed it as brake fluid leaking from the master cylinder, and said my master cylinder had to be replaced. i saw on the nhtsa website that there is a pending investigation of 07 & 08 nissan altimas and a brake cylinder leak, and that the same model year nissan sentras have already been recalled for that same reason. i wanted to make you aware that i have also experienced this problem, which was a $550 fix.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08C

AIR BAGS

this was a one vehicle crash (total loss) that occurred when the brakes would not work causing our car to strike a brick wall (also emergency brakes did not work). none of the vehicle airbags deployed except for the drivers steering wheel airbag which deployed once the vehicle came to a stop. the accident occurred at approx. 11:45 pm, 22 october 2011. no drugs and or alcohol were involved. the car was recently purchased from a lexus dealer and the same company owns a nissan dealership which confirmed that all nissan recall items were complied with. we have several professional photographs to prove that there is still something going on with the nissan altima 2.5 brakes and air bags to allow something like this to happen. i have personally talked with[xxx] about this and left a voice mail with [xxx] at their nhtsa office. my insurance company confirmed that this car was a total loss and the vehicle has been now been removed from the towing and collision facility here in indiana and sold to a parts salvage company. i was trying to have someone inspect this car before it was destroyed, but it appears that it is now to late to do anything about this. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

my brake light kept coming on. took vehicle to dealership they immediately informed me that it was probably the master cylinder and that this was a frequent and recurring issue with the 2008 altima. they checked the car out and confirmed that the master cylinder was leaking and needs to be replaced. if they know about the faulty part then why not a recall as with the sentra?? $550 to repair an issue known by nissan to be a faulty part. that is just crooked.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E98N

STEERING

car has developed a terrible wobble or shimmy between 30 and 40 mph. nissan maintains it is in the cvt transmission . i have had the car into dealer many, many times.. no solution. but, all agree the car wobbles and shimmies at 30-40 mph. i have had nissan engineers drive car, same result;.nothing. i have written to nissan corporate offices, no solution. told by nissan that my driving style may be too conservative for car. told by nissan execs to drive car harder and faster and avoid speeds between 30 and 40 mph. how absurd. nissan says there is no solution, so live with it. this car is a danger. what will happen on snow and ice. the consumer stated the transmission was reprogrammed several times, but to no avail. updated ivoq 12/08/11

Reported in: VILLA GROVE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: VILLA GROVE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brake light came on/off while driving. took vehicle to shop and was diagnosed as a faulty master brake cylinder. the faulty master brake cylinder was leaking brake fluid internally into the booster. this manufacturing defect should not have occurred with a newer model altima with under 50,000 miles on it.

Reported in: KULPMONT PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

service brakes, hydraulic-foundation components-master cylinder : after a few days of driving with a brake indicator light coming on, crown nissan service representative indicated that the master cylinder was leaking into the power booster, lowering the brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir. total charges were $684.55 to repair. this is a 3 year old car with 41,321 highway miles driven lightly. it appears to be a similar situation as the 2007 and 2008 nissan sentra and although the two models do not share the same parts, the manufacturer is likely to be the same. this should be a factory recall issue.

Reported in: ST PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i have a 2008 nissan altima 2.5s. at around 33,500 miles i noticed my brake light coming on. i promptly took the vehicle to my local nissan dealership and was informed that my master brake cylinder had a leak in it. i was told it needed to be replaced and the warranty on it expired at 30,000 miles. i was quoted a price around $450. bewildered by the cost and upset that they wouldn't cover it so close past warranty i left and had a friend who works at a auto repair shop replace it w/ a genuine nissan part for $240. i ate the cost of repair thinking it was bad luck and moved on. my altima is now at 78,000 miles and once again the brake light is coming on. i'm positive that once again the master brake cylinder will need to be replaced. i have visited the website http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2007-nissan-altima-discussion-2-5-3-5/298430-warning-master-cylinder-problem-must-read-10.html and also saw that nhtsa has opened an investigation into this. i would like my altima recalled or to be compensated for both repairs. (this letter has also been sent to nissan usa. awaiting feedback).

Reported in: ELLINGTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

purchased used nissan altima 3.5 v6 engine vehicle with 18k miles on 10/29/11. on a couple times before when slowing down to brake the car felt as if i was no longer in control of it and accelerated. however on 11/14/2011, i slowed down to stop at a busy intersection. i applied the brake as usual slowly to come to a complete stop and the engine began to rev up and made an increasingly loud noise. the vehicle felt as though it wanted to move forward in to oncoming traffic. the harder i pressed the brake the more it revved up. my foot was not on the accelerator at any point. after the light turned green, it lurched forward and i immediately drove to the dealership where car was purchased less than a block away. the service man placed it on the computer and all kinds of red lights flickered. he said something is wrong but we don't no what. they seemed to be at a lost. finally i was told they needed to drive it to try to recreate the occurrence. car is still at the dealership after 3 days. they have given me a car to drive. i am so disappointed in this purchase. certified vehicle with a wrap around service warranty will hopefully save us expensive repair bills. in any case i don't want to drive it anymore because i don't feel safe at all. i want to trade it and request a buy back if this matter is not resolved. having the mechanic tell me there is nothing wrong is just not acceptable because we could have lost our lives. our 11 year old son was in the car with me and was very frightened. no car is worth the risk of driving dangerously.

Reported in: JEFFERSON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E78N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

while driving, and even a few seconds right after stopping, the brake light continues to stay on, sometimes blinking. after checking that my pads were still in good shape, i did some research and found a lot of altima owners that were having issues with their brake master cylinders. i checked my mc but found no visible signs of leakage. however, i noticed that my fluid level was on the minimum line. after having a certified mechanic look at it, he advised me that the mc was faulty and was leaking into the brake booster. after reading that are more than hundreds of documented cases, and possibly thousands of undocumented cases, i feel that nissan has an obligation to inform their customers about the faulty brake master cylinder and replace the faulty part free of charge.

Reported in: LEVITTOWN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, another vehicle crashed into her vehicle. the impact was received on both passenger side doors and the air bags did not deploy. the driver and the three passengers were transported to the hospital by ambulance. the vehicle was towed to an auto body shop. the police reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 78,000.

Reported in: HOLBROOK NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

master cylinder leak, had to replace master cylinder or it could have lead to a brake failure.

Reported in: SIMPSONVILLE SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

dealer discovered that the master cylinder was leaking brake fluid out the back of the cylinder into the vacuum housing. the leak was not noticeable on the ground or on the motor. hadn't noticed that the brake pedal was getting lower and lower. there is a small brake light on the dash. the light was on and had been on for some time. it's the same light that comes on when you apply the parking brake. this masked the seriousness of the problem as we thought there was an adjustment needed to the parking brake pedal and instead the master cylinder was leaking.

Reported in: KEARNEY MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the brake light on the instrument cluster was illuminated so the contact took the vehicle to the dealer. the dealer advised that the master cylinder needed to be replaced. the contact stated there was an unknown manufacturer's recall that was previously released but the contact did not confirm with the manufacturer if the vehicle was included. the failure mileage was 17,000.

Reported in: SOUTH BOSTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brake light started coming on intermittently. car was in motion. brakes were not in use when light came on. brakes functioned normally. nissan dealership diagnosed the problem as a leak in the brake master cylinder and that the brake fluid was leaking into the booster assembly. $476.00 repair. this is definitely a design flaw or inferior workmanship/parts.

Reported in: CONWAY AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving approximately 10 mph, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. the air bags did not deploy. the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel after the crash. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for a diagnostic test. the technicians stated that the sensor may have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

Reported in: ST. LOUIS MO || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BL24E18C

POWER TRAIN

i have 2008 nissan altima with a manual transmission. about three weeks ago i noticed that the vehicle has been "dragging" in first and second gear. i have not noticed any problem with the clutch. the gears shift as normal but there is a squeaking noise. even in 3-6 gears the vehicle will not pick up speed as it should. i took it to the dealership and they tell me it is the clutch that is worn out. there is no check engine light or any warning sign showing. normally a clutch burns out and the pedal will fall flat to the floor. in this case none of that has happened. i bought the vehicle from the dealership in 2009 with 11000 miles on. i have been driving a jetta with manual transmission since january 2005 with no such problems. my research on internet indicate other people have similar problem with nissan manual transmissions.

Reported in: S. WEYMOUTH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

the brake light started flashing intermittently even though the hand-brake wasn't on and there was no noticeable problem during braking. the dealer said there was a leak in the brake booster and that i would have to have it replaced. it was not covered under warranty. i reluctantly agreed to pay the $560 for the replacement because the dealer said it was never a good idea to take risks with your brakes.

Reported in: OAKLAND CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

brake lamp switch malfunctioned at 10000 (april 2009) and 43000 (january 2012) miles, and replaced. when this occurs, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brake is applied, which is a hazard that could result in a crash. because brake must be applied for engine ignition, the vehicle will also not start.

Reported in: WESTFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18C

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Reported in: WESTFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: WESTFORD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

leaking master cylinder caused brake light and vdc/slip lights to come on intermittently. my car has 54,000 miles. this same issue happened at 31,000 miles, but the dealer told me it was my brake pads and replaced the front and rear brake pads at that time. the brakes have squeaked horribly since the pads were replaced. now having trouble finding a part because apparently this is happening to many, many nissan owners.

Reported in: EDEN NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E18N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brake light keeps coming on, suggesting i need to add brake fluid. i've read this is becoming a common problem for this vehicle model and people are having to spend a lot to replace a leaky master cylinder. please initiate a recall to correct this defect.

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i took my car for service at the nissan dealer for a oil change and to check up my brakes pad because the car feel weird when braking. come to find out that my brake pads are good but my master cylinder is leaking . i refuse to pay for the service because this is a manufacture problem because my brakes light hasn't came on. please investigate if this is a defect from manufacturer because they don't want to replace it and they have more than 400,000 cars report it their system.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

the foot brake light comes on randomly during driving.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

brake light began going on/off intermittently starting on january 10, 2012. definitely more common on days with temps at freezing or below. light would eventually go out once car warmed up, but would come back on after using the brakes to slow down or stop. brakes did seem to stop okay, although there were a few times very recently that they made an unusual noise. checked/added brake fluid several times over the past two months. had car serviced at local nissan dealership last week and was told that master cylinder needed replaced due to a leak. cost was $100 out of pocket -- remainder covered under extended warranty as my vehicle now has 41,494 miles on it.

Reported in: GREENSBURG IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E08C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

pursuant to appearance of brake warning light vehicle taken to nissan dealer for replacement of leaking master cylinder.

Reported in: SUN LAKES AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

stepping on brake pedal intermittently fails to activate brake-lights,which also inhibits starter.if brake lights don't work once vehicle is underway that is a safety hazard. i have been repairing thing for 50 years and am 99.9% sure the pins of the brake pedal switches are hanging up inside the bores,since wedging snow scraper against brake pedal and pushing plungers until they popped all the way out allows starting. phoning a nissan dealer's parts department confirmed availability then gave me a price of $39.17 for switch(es). not looking forward to hunching under the dash,i talked to service to find out how much to install.an "improved brake wiring harness"is needed for "rare" occurrences at cost of $238 and labor of $149.when i asked if this might be a recall or under warranty he said"could not make any money" that way. if it is a design/construction problem nissan should eat the cost.internet search has some dealer recommending pushing harder on pedal or pounding-pulsing.some replaced switches showed pitting of contacts{too much current too often?} do dozens of cars have to get rear-ended before action takes place??????????????????????? or does my wife have to have a heart attack because the car won't start and she will lose her job? *js *kb

Reported in: WESTFIELD NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Reported in: WESTFIELD NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

this vehicle is a 2008, nissan altima with 45,500 miles driven at the time of failure. we purchased the car new in early 2008. the problem started when, on several occasions, my wife could not get the car to start. then on nov. 4, 2011, i witnessed the failure myself. after contacting the texas aaa motor club and having them come and verify that the car's battery was fully charged and could run the starter, the car started without any corrective action being taken. the car was then driven to the local nissan dealership and the service report complaint was entered as: "customer states vehicle will not start at times". on the invoice it states "cause: brake lamp switch failed - not sending signal to bcm for start".� the replacement part was listed as a "25320-ax00c switch asm"�. the cost of the switch was $39.17 with $52.50 labor. prior to repair, i was given the choice of the $91.67 switch installation, or the installation of a different switch assembly and a replacement cable harness for approximately $250.00. i chose the replacement switch option because the first switch lasted 45,500 miles, and if the second switch lasted that many miles, it would not need to be replaced until around the 90 or 95 thousand mile mark. *js

Reported in: HEWITT TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E08N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

all four of my power door locks work intermittently. i called the dealer and he said he had never heard of that happening before. after looking online i see that it is a common problem. it is a problem because you will think the door is locked but it really isn't. dangerous for driving because someone could just open the door and rob or harm me or someone in my car. also when it is parked and you think it is locked someone could steal your car or something from your car. if this is a common problem how can a nissan service rep tell me that he has never heard of this happening. *js

Reported in: HOMETOWN IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while parked, the contact noticed that the passenger side air bag warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the front passenger side seat cushion, which contained the occupant classification system control unit, would have to be replaced. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 08v521000 (air bags) but was advised by the manufacturer that the vin was not included in the recall campaign. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 51,000.

Reported in: GIBSONIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E48C

SERVICE BRAKES

the master cylinder failed. it leaked fluid onto the brake booster causing the booster to fail. when released, the brake pedal would stay depressed momentarily and then pop up abruptly and then when depressed again the brakes would grab.

Reported in: GRANT AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

SUSPENSION

the left rear torsion/ant-isway bar sustained complete fracture at the end. nothing hit it. it appeared to be due to corrosion. it was inspected by conyers nissan service and the advisor agreed this was probably due to manufacturing defect.

Reported in: OXFORD GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E18C

SEATS

the passenger seat does not always detect an adult sitting in the seat. the "passenger airbag not on" light comes on, sometimes flickers on and off and on again, when an adult is sitting in that seat. the symptoms appear to be identical to campaign 08v521000, but nissan says my vin is not effected. the airbag has not deployed, so i have no way to know if it will work or not, but since there is a partial recall underway for this very thing, i believe that the airbag would not deploy in the event of a crash.

Reported in: APOPKA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E58C

AIR BAGS

Reported in: APOPKA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E58C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i have experienced several incidences where when pressing the brake & trying to start the car (by the push start ignition) the car will not turn over. all electrical components in the vehicle will turn on (radio, power windows, air, etc) but the car will not start. i've had the battery tested numerous times and it always passes as a good battery. after doing some research online, i found several forums where others have complained about the same problem with their 2008 nissan altimas. from the sounds of it, it might be a problem with a brake cable. with as many other complaints that i've seen on this, how come there hasn't been a recall issued?

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

i was driving the car normally when i noticed the light " check engine soon" turned on. i stopped the car at tires plus and asked to check the oil. the diagnosis was that there was no oil circulation. i was advised to not drive the car and tow it to the nissan dealer. tires plus also provided me with a technical service bulletin issued by nissan (classification ec07-014, reference # ntb08-17, issued on january 22nd, 2008) reporting problems with the ivt solenoid valve for some vehiclesmanufactured in 2008. my vin was included in that range of vins informed in the technical bulletin. i towed the car to the nissan dealer and contacted consumer affairs. nissan is rejecting the claim because the car is out of the warranty. also, nissan is saying that the problem was absence of oil and they found sludge. they are asking me assume the costs if they open the engine to investigate the problem.i am afraid that the engine is damaged.

Reported in: DORAL FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that as she attempted to use the push button ignition start and applied the brakes, the brakes seized abnormally and the vehicle did not start. the contact played around with several wires above the brake pedal to get the vehicle to start however, the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and provided no assistance. the failure and current mileages were 80,000.

Reported in: NASHVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

purchased the vehicle, noticed from start that it had an issue with acceleration. at an easy(normal)acceleration the vehicle hesitates and/or surges between 25 -40 mph. once passed 40mph or so it clears up. i have taken the vehicle to local nissan dealership several times. i have even referenced technical service bulletin ntb10-121b, to the dealer. work was supposedly performed per bulletin but made no difference. have been told by service manager that it a normal operating characteristic. bulletin states that this is "normal." i am sure that this was not stated to car buyer before purchase. this hesitation is unpredictable and has caused several near misses in regards to accidents because the vehicle fails to accelerate properly. this "normal operation" is a deficiency that nissan is aware of and has provided little or no resolution. have contacted nissan corporate and have received little if any consideration or concern for issue. the response i receive is "if the service department says this is normal operation then it is normal operation." the "normal operation" causes this vehicle to be dangerous and unpredictably unreliable. it needs to be examined much further and a remedy needs to be created, designed, devised or developed.

Reported in: KALAMAZOO MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E8C2

ENGINE

vehicle was driving along with other normal traffic when it suddenly lost power and stalled on an incline. driver carefully steered vehicle to a safe place downhill and called a towing company to tow vehicle to driver's residence. upon visual inspection of engine compartment, a rubber seal on the ecm wiring harness was found buckled up. on trying to remove and re-insert the harness, it was found that ecm terminals had corroded and some pin contact had actually fallen off. upon doing some research, this was found to be an issue covered under federal emissions warranty. driver/owner called the local nissan dealership who immediately, presumably at their own expense, towed the car to their facility, checked and found the ecm to be faulty but blamed the faulty wiring harness for the failure. and further, the dealer claimed since the harness carries a 3 year warranty and was the "cause" of the ecm failure, this was no longer covered under federal emissions warranty resulting in a bill of $2,000+ for replacing the faulty - corroded - wiring harness and the faulty ecm. attempts to have the dealer do more research or contact nissan usa for advise fell on deaf ears. if the car had stalled on high speed and caused fatalities on the highway, would these repairs then have been "part" of federal emissions warranty coverage for publicity purposes? it is out of sheer luck that 1. the car stalled while going downhill and, 2. the car was traveling at 40 miles per hour. i desperately need advise on this while i await for delivery of a special order for the ecm and harness. in the meantime, my rental car expenses are piling up and are not covered by any warranty.

Reported in: WICHITA KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: WICHITA KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: WICHITA KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

SERVICE BRAKES

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle would not start. the contact was able start the vehicle and took it to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that the brake switch failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted. the current mileage was 61,310 and the failure mileage was 59,000.

Reported in: FENTON MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i have 2008 nissan altima 2.5 s which has push button start. i.e. person has to push button and press brake at same time to start the engine. there is a switch / sensor near brake pedal which sends signal that brake has been pressed (and also turns on rear brake lights). one day, all of sudden, when i tried to start car it didn't start. it keep saying press brake (accessories / radio etc all turn on). so the cycle of accessories - on- off kept on happening. i thought battery is weak and even tried jump start. so, after trying pushing brake + button for 30minutes , car finally started. this happened 2-3 times and i got very frustrated....finally i started reading online about this problem. many people have posted same complain / issue. they suggested to check whether rear brake lights turn on when i press brake or not.. if not then the switch is bad .. i saw many people were able to fix problem by replacing switch ($50 expense). i did the same and car has been working fine since then (2-3 months). dealer tries to charge $150 only for switch and then $500 for other stuff to eliminate root cause of issue.. as many people are effected by this issue, i firmly believe that nissan should recall and fix this issue at their cost. dealers are making tons of money off 2007-2008 altima owners.

Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while traveling 5 mph, the vehicle lunged forward. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed that the motor mounts needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 52,385. updated 10/17/12 *cn the repairs were made on 09/25/12. updated 10/22/12

Reported in: HENDERSON NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E18N

SERVICE BRAKES

the push start engine ignition depends upon pressing the brake pedal to start the vehicle. the engine would not start because the brake pedal could not be pressed completely in order for the push start to operate correctly. this has since occurred multiple times. we must push the brake pedal a number of times in order for the vehicle to start. according to the auto dealer they are not aware of any problem but upon search of the internet i have found many cases of similar problem. nissan dealer offers to replace the brake part at a fee. request that nissan take responsibility for faulty brake button that appears to be causing this problem on many nissan altima vehicles.

Reported in: CHICO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while accelerating from stopped traffic at a controlled intersection, accelerator pedal broke off at the hub. while coasting at idle, driver was able to cross lanes of moving traffic to shoulder and then into parking lot. inspection revealed that brake pedal is mounted to a metal arm, but accelerator pivot hub, arm, and pedal is a single piece of plastic.

Reported in: ARNOLD MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E28C

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the fuel sending unit was replaced once on the vehicle. six months after the repair, the fuel level gauge failed and was displaying one quarter of a tank less than what was actually in the fuel tank. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer fore repairs or inspection of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 33,100. updated 11/14/12*lj the consumer stated that on october 8, 2012 the put in another new fuel pump. the gas gauge did improved but, when the gas gauge should read half it will sometimes go in between half and 3/4 full. the gas gauge is not very accurate. updated 11/19/2012 *js

Reported in: CEDAR RAPIDS IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

Reported in: CEDAR RAPIDS IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

my daughter and i were about 30 minutes north of san antonio on our way home to dallas. in an instance my car stopped accelerating and the mph declined. i checked to make sure the car was still in drive and it was. i pulled over as to not cause an accident and turned off my car. it took a few times to start it back as it would start and die. about the 3rd try it started and i revved the gas - it sounded normal so i drove to an autozone - it was the closest. i asked if they would check the computer to see what it said and they said it wouldn't read w/o a code. i took the car 10/1/12 to bankston nissan in dallas (the car drove fine all the way home) and they said it may be too much cvt fluid. took it in and they couldn't duplicate the issue and the fluid was fine - did not need to be changed or anything. the tech said when it happens again to pull over and have it towed to a nissan - he thinks maybe since i restarted it may have cleared the codes. i asked if he thought it would happen again and he said yes. looking online i see this same description and issue over and over again. i even called nissan consumer affairs and received a call back... this did not happen before when i had a master cylinder issue that was recalled 6 months later. nissan at that time just said sorry. this time i got a call back inquiring, but then still get a sorry. i think something is up. they all seem to know the issue but w/o a code they wont replace the transmission under warranty. what if there is never a code??!!!

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

ENGINE

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: DALLAS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

SERVICE BRAKES

pressed on the brake while pushing start button to start car. car couldn't recognize pressure on brake and wouldn't start. this happened on 20+ occasions. after a period of 10-30 minutes each time, car would eventually start.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E28C

SERVICE BRAKES

to whom it may concern, i wrote this letter to consumer affairs and to the ceo of nissan: dear [xxx], my name is [xxx]and i am a current owner of a 2008 nissan altima. for the past three weeks, i have been dealing with nissan's west coast regional office in regards to issues i have been experiencing with my car. i have been treated very poorly and i am astonished and disgraced by both one of your nissan dealerships here in los angeles and by your corporate representatives. as a leader myself for one of the most valuable company's in the world, i have found myself at a loss for words. [xxx], a man who has been empowered to make decisions for nissan, stated by brett locher, his supervisor, has decided that nissan should not fix the issue that i have been experiencing since the first day i leased the car. i was lied to by the sales representative that my vehicle had temporary battery issues. later on in the year, i experienced similar issues. i was advised by your dealership in glendale, ca to pay for a new battery exchange. after purchasing the vehicle, i experienced the same issues until recently when my car became inactive to the the start/stop ignition switch not responding with the brake harness. although i advised your representatives that i have been experiencing this problem way before my vehicle was out of warranty, they continued to explain to me that they would not be able to fix the car without charge because now its out of warranty. the car has around 29,000 miles and has never needed service. i am disappointed from an ethical standpoint and i would like to have my car fixed. it's time for nissan to stop serving crackers and cheese and begin to serve caviar for customer retention. [xxx] class action lawsuit is needed! many people are experiencing these problems all over the net. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: GLENDALE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: GLENDALE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

STEERING

nov 15, 2012 - harrison, nj - steering i own a 2008 salvage nissan altima. i was traveling approximately 40 mph when the steering wheel became extremely stiff. i was unable to turn the wheel so the vehicle to coasted to a stop. i noticed there was no power steering fluid in the vehicle. while adding more power steering fluid, he noticed the fluid leaking directly from the power steering fluid compartment. the vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic where i was told the power steering rack fractured from the vehicle. the failure mileage was 44,040 and the current mileage was 44,000, i haven't taken it to authorize dealer yet but since it's a salvage vehicle most likely i'll be paying the repair out my packet.

Reported in: HARRISON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the air bag warning lamp illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated the air bag module was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 112,000 and the current mileage was 112,900.

Reported in: SPRING VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

affected area of vehicle :dashboard this is a safety hazard! this vehicle was purchased on 7/14/2012. at the time of purchase, it had approximately 36889 miles. purchased as a previously owned vehicle. about one month after, we noticed that the top of the dashboard by the windshield material started to melt. the material, is like a foam that gets hot, sticky and starts to melt. it can start a fire any minute. we took the vehicle to the nissan dealership, located at semoran blvd in orlando, fl, the same place we bought the car two months before. the staff at the dealership proceeded to inform me that, after several visits, that they never seen something like that and they couldn't do anything because the warranty expired. we took the vehicle to a nissan authorized shop. the technician informed us that for the nissan model for that year 2008 the material used was not the standard one. we are reaching out to nissan to remedy this problem immediately. this is not only an issue that needs to be cover by the manufacturer and present a safety hazard to my family and the community in general. if we don't hear from nissan in 10 days we are going to go to bbb and the government. updated 02/06/13

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

the "passenger airbag not on" light has been intermittently flashing. it now remains lit (passenger airbag off) when the seat is unoccupied and when a full grown adult sits in the passenger seat. in november of 2012, the airbag light began to flash on the dashboard panel. i took my car into a nissan dealership for repair after reading about campaign 08v521000. after diagnostics were ran by the technician, it was found that the srs system was off, the occupant sensory unit failed (dtc code b1018), and a new seat cushion assembly is needed to repair the malfunction. nissan was contacted about the malfunction and denied covering the repair under the recall since my vin didn't fall under the recall, even though the conditions for repair fit the description. the vehicle was not repaired. i want nissan to repair this malfunction so that i, and my passengers, can feel safe in my car.

Reported in: PLANT CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

AIR BAGS

Reported in: PLANT CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that carbon monoxide was leaking into the vents from the exhaust manifold. the contact took the vehicle to the dealership, who stated that the manifold would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileages were 87,000. updated 02/13/13*lj updated 02/14/13

Reported in: MCDONALD PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

ENGINE

Reported in: MCDONALD PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that sensor in the seat needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and they stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the failure mileage was 42,000.

Reported in: JASPER GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E78C

SUSPENSION

i took my car in for a regular oil change and the mechanic stated that the sway bar needed to be replaced because it was broken. he said that it had to have been broken for awhile because the ends were rusted and they normally do not corrode that quickly. he said that it was a clean break. unfortunately, it is not covered by my extended warranty so i will have to pay out of pocket. this appears to be a common problem for the 2007 model. well, mine was manufactured in 2007. i am a responsible driver and i have not been in an accident so it makes no sense to me why the part would break unless it was defective.

Reported in: CAMERON NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E38N

SERVICE BRAKES

i had noticed months ago that the brake performance was not up to par, but as conditions were generally dry, it was not a problem. i did have new rotors and pads installed at 50,000 miles, but had no better brake performance. as soon as we experienced snowy/icy conditions it became a problem as the vehicle would then slide with the brakes locked, even though snow tires were installed. i then determined that the rear brakes were not working at all, and the hash marks from manufactures grinding on the new rear discs was virtually untouched. the rear brakes were bled, and there was no evidence of air in the line which pointed to a problem upstream. with the rear of the car raised and the brake pedal fully depressed, the rear wheels could still be turned by hand. there is evidence that the master cylinder is weeping at the booster.

Reported in: LAKE ZURICH IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E48C

AIR BAGS

the passenger airbag not on" light has been intermittently flashing. it now remains lit (passenger airbag off) when the seat is unoccupied and when a full grown adult or child sits in the passenger seat. i called nissan and gave them all my information and they informed me that my car was not included in the recall of campaign 08v521000, even though the conditions for repair fit the description. i want nissan to repair this malfunction so that no one his hurt in my car.

Reported in: EAST FALMOUTH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: EAST FALMOUTH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

STEERING

drove car to work. after 3 hours of work went to start car, was able to open door but could not start car. changed batteries in smart key, still would not start. had car towed to nissan dealership. they informed us that it was the steering lock mechanism, a $1400 dollar repair. i called 1-800-nissan1 and argued with them for day's. they finally agreed to pay for the parts but i'm stuck with $311 in labor costs, and we lost our car for nine day's..nissan refused to pay for a rental car. this needs to be a recall and people need to be reimbursed. nissan will not guarantee me that this will not happen again as it is the same parts. something needs to be done!!!!

Reported in: NEWINGTON NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24EO8C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: NEWINGTON NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24EO8C

SEATS

the passenger airbag light displaying off ...stayed off when anyone heavier than 50lbs sat in it..i did some research on the internet and found that there was a recall involving this situation for my model..2008 nissan altima..i took it to woodbury nissan and was told that my vehicle was not affected and for approximately 1000 dollars they would fix it?!!! this was totally an unsatisfactory answer and i contacted the northeast regional service department for them to tell me the same thing?!!! i recently went on this sight to find that the recall is exactly what the issue is? please help me to get this situation rectified as it seems that nissan does not want to take responsibility for the product that they make or products installed in theyre vehicles...thank you very much [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: SEWELL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

AIR BAGS

Reported in: SEWELL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

STEERING

backing up in a parking lot, i heard a loud pop and found that i could not steer the vehicle. i brought the car to a local mechanic who had to replace the power steering rack.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

SUSPENSION

i went to have my fluids changed and my mechanic told me that the rear sway bar on my car was snapped. i checked online and it looks like many other nissan owners have had this same problem. this is definitely a defect in the part that nissan should fix. this should part should be recalled. thank you

Reported in: SAN FRANCISCO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E38N

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the engine was running but the vehicle would not move. the contact mentioned that the failure was experienced once before. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that this was a known issue because of the belts that were used in the transmission. the dealer also stated that the steering lock needed to be replaced. the current mileage and failure mileage was 129,000.

Reported in: WENONAH NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: WENONAH NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

STRUCTURE:BODY

the dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima is melting. i have never applied any chemical cleaning solutions to the dashboard and i bought the vehicle brand new. the intense glare from the melting dash board is so intense that i have on numerous occasions almost been involved in accidents. i am also concerned that this defect could cause a fire in the vehicle. the nissan claims department states that the melting dashboard is not covered because the warranty has expired and the dealership claims to of never seen a dashboard melt. an internet information search for "2008 nissan altima dashboard melting" reveals numerous other 2008 nissan altima owners dealing with the same problem.

Reported in: LAREDO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: LAREDO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

SERVICE BRAKES

in december of 2012 my car started to give me problems with starting. (45000 miles)i push the brake and push to start button, but only the lights come on. i had it towed to the dealer, and they said it is a brake switch problems, and that others have come in with the same problem on the 2007 and 2008 altima. they fix the problem for $268 which was a complete waste of money, because in april 2013 and the same problem happening again.(48000 miles) i had the car towed back to the dealer and they replace the brake switch for me for free this time, and said that it maybe a bigger problem such as the sub harness for the brake light switch. but i will have to pay $125 for the diagnosis charge and i told them to call the corporate office have the altimas recalled and some other "kind words". i read online from various posts that others altimas 2007 and 2008 are having this problem. so for now i am left to pay to fix the problem out my pocket which is a complete headache, because nissan should be fully aware of this problem.

Reported in: IRVINGTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

TIRES

3 uniroyal 215 60r 16 94t dot# y9x8vnuu 4110 have developed a small flat spot on inside of tires approximately 2 inches from outside of tire towards middle of tire. looks to me like the beginning of separation.these tires have a 80000 mile warranty. tires now have about 25000 to25500miles on them this date. tires have been rotated at every 5000 miles. air pressure has been kept a consistent 40lbs.one tire on vehicle is in fine shape but with a different dot number which isy9x8 un11 4910. called wal-mart and they said they need to see tires. they also said they don't carry that tire anymore1. i'm very curious why? will take car down to them this week and see what they have to say.

Reported in: ADVANCE MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

WHEELS

i think my car has a safety issue. the wheels are light, whenever there is a light snow, rain, wind it slips a lot. i drive 90 miles a day for work and i am really concern about my safety. july 26th, 2012 was a rainy and windy day and my car slept, i wasn't speeding at all. all altima owners say the same. nissan needs to do something about it.

Reported in: FLINT MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08C

STRUCTURE

i own a 2008 nissan altima coupe. the dashboard which is the original has begun to melt and the glare is very bad. i have not added any solvents or chemicals to the dashboard. i find it hard to drive on sunny days due to my windshield reflecting the glare caused by the melting dashboard. this problem could have caused me to be in numerous accidents. i have searched for a remedy to this problem yet the only one is to replace the dashboard and i imagine this would just happen again due to the material the dashboard is made from. i would hope nissan recalls these dashboards and makes new ones. i have also looked into this and i am not the only one with this problem.

Reported in: FORT WALTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E48C

SERVICE BRAKES

my brake light on the dashboard lights on and off. i had less than 25k miles on my car. i am reporting this because i have read of numerous complaints re this on the internet but no known recall by nissan. apparently this is a known issue and brake fluid is leaking.

Reported in: OAKTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the push-to-start system malfunctioned and the vehicle could not be started. the contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. the contact ran an independent diagnostic test, which determined that there was a defect in the steering column, which needed to be replaced. the contact called the manufacturer and was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. the failure mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: ROCKFORD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: ROCKFORD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the contact was unable to start vehicle with the keyless feature or by using the key in the ignition. the contact had to wait a certain period of time before being able to start the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to dealer for a diagnostic testing where the brake switch was replaced. the failure recurred. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 10. the current mileage was 27,750.

Reported in: AMITY OR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

STEERING

i had only one issue with my 08 altima. the car would occasionally not recognize either of the key-fobs for what seemed like no reason. it did not seem to matter what time of day, temp., or weather. i even replaced the batteries of the key-fobs and the cars battery as well. (which was suggested as the first try to remedy this problem). on may 3, 2013 with about 66,000 miles or so (still a baby as far as car mileage goes) i had no issues starting the car or with it recognizing the key-fob. the 'issue" happened as i was making a lane change. the steering wheel locked making it impossible to control the car causing us (2 children and myself) to crash. my car was totaled... and after this experience i will not be purchasing or riding in another nissan again. i'm certain had i been on a major hwy when this occurred we would have died and others injured/dead as well.

Reported in: LEAGUE CITY TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: LEAGUE CITY TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48C

SUSPENSION

rear sway bar snapped on drivers side. bar is hollow. car is driven on freeways 90% of the time, so no hard turns.

Reported in: PORTLAND OR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E88C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

i've been having an issue with my 2008 nissan altima dashboard melting and causing a glare on the windshield that impairs driving ability. this is completely unsafe on the road, and visibility can often become an issue when temperatures are high.

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

STRUCTURE

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

STRUCTURE

my dashboard started to melt with the rising temperatures this summer and is spreading and getting worse as the temperature rises...... which is caused by the substandard materials they used to manufacture the dashboard... <<<< in this day and age, what else could it be >>>> and has developed a sheen that is reflecting a large glare back at the windshield which makes it unsafe to drive on sunlit days.

Reported in: LONG BEACH MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E58C

STEERING

i drove my car yesterday without any incidents. i have noticed this "key" symbol on dash warning light indicating i needed to insert the key into the car in order to start the car for the past several months. there is no diagnostic code and i was told by the dealership at nissan that it was just indicating low battery on the key remote (even tho i just replaced the battery in november). i went to start my car this morning and although the dash lights up, the car will not start. i tried to jump start it and still wouldn't start. the brake lights come on and the dash lights up, but the car will not turn over at all. there isn't a fast clicking sound like it could be the starter. the key doesn't work to unlock the doors or the trunk either. apparently this is as a result of a faulty steering lock unit.

Reported in: SANTA ROSA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: SANTA ROSA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Reported in: SANTA ROSA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

driver door power window control panel not working to operate front passenger window at all.

Reported in: WISCONSIN RAPIDS WI || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

driver door power window control panel not working to operate front passenger window at all.

Reported in: WISCONSIN RAPIDS WI || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the automatic door system in this car is non-functional, all 4 door do not lock or open. it has to be done manually.

Reported in: RICHMOND CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

the automatic door system in this car is non-functional, all 4 door do not lock or open. it has to be done manually.

Reported in: RICHMOND CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

power door locks malfunctioning on 3 of the 4 doors. depending on day, sometimes one or more locks will not lock when using key fob or when using power lock button on driver door. at other times, one or more locks will not open when using key fob or when using power lock button on driver door. i am fearful that after a crash i will try to unlock doors to no avail. i have also found my doors unlocked when returning to my vehicle, even after hitting the lock button when exiting the vehicle. i am fearful that a car thief or murderer may have access to my vehicle because of this issue. additionally, i have tried to access my vehicle quickly in dangerous neighborhoods, but i've had to try multiple times to unlock the doors.

Reported in: BLUE BELL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: BLUE BELL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

intelligent key system light is on and car will not start. brake will not fully press and engine does not respond when button is pushed. all dash lights/indicators come on, as well as lights and radio. it has come to my attention that this is a common occurrence in nissan altimas regardless of the year model.

Reported in: MIDLAND CITY AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

on several occasions i have tried to start the car but the brake resists being pressed in. i press the push to start button but the car does not start, only the dashboard lights and radio come on (as though i am not pushing the break in). i took my car to the dealership and they said i needed to replace my brake switch and harness for the low, low price of $500. the problem is intermittent so they cannot guarantee that it will fix the problem. this needs to be addressed by nissan immediately, as i see all over the web that everyone with a 2007 or 2008 altima is having this problem. what are recalls for except for precisely this type of issue??

Reported in: BOSTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

SERVICE BRAKES

Reported in: BOSTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the intelligent key would not unlock the doors for a considerable amount of time. after the doors were unlocked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle but the no key warning light illuminated. the contact then changed the batteries in the key fob but the failure recurred. the vehicle had not been repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 35,000.

Reported in: BURLINGTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

dash of vehicle became sticky to the touch-seemed melted. this causes a sheen that when reflected onto the windshield forms an unsafe glare when driving.

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle surged forward without depressing the accelerator pedal. as a result, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. there were no injuries and a police report was not filed. the incident was the second occurrence of the failure. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. the failure and the current mileages were 64,000.

Reported in: DORCHESTER MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

SERVICE BRAKES

ramsey nissan service department replaced my worn rotors with "warped" rotors...i need replacement of both front and rear brakes and rotors, according to ramsey nissan service department. the service department installed, allegedly, original equipment manufactured brakes and rotors to replace my worn parts. the day i picked my car back up from the service department, i drove out of the dealership parking lot onto the highway - it only took the first brake, literally, going at around 40-50 mph to notice that my car was shaking. confused, i immediately called nissan service to let them know what i was experiencing. they assured me that this was the normal "break in" period for the brakes and that i would likely experience this for the next 500-1000 miles; keep in mind that i had no reason to not believe them as i was confident they had at least tested the brakes/rotors before giving the car back to me. approximately 5-6 weeks later, i was still experiencing this issue; nissan service later confirmed that my front rotors were "warped". nissan service had ultimately installed inadequate and faulty rotors in my car. according to a individual auto mechanic who runs inspections, my car would immediately fail inspection. clearly, with these faulty rotors, my braking ability was severely diminished; in an emergency situation, the last thing i would want to be unsure of is my brakes/rotors, which should be working 100 out of 100 times in extreme situations. these were rotors would cause my car to fail inspection and thus put in danger the lives of me, my family, and the people around me. had i known that these were faulty rotors, i immediately would have had them replaced. but i drove around for over a month with a braking system that would fail inspection.

Reported in: SUFFERN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E48C

SERVICE BRAKES

tl* the contact owned a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the brakes became unresponsive, causing the contact to crash into the rear of another vehicle. the contact sustained injuries to the left hand and the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic. a police report was not filed. prior to the crash, the contact received notification of a manufacturer�s recall however she was unable to have the vehicle serviced because the dealer did not have the necessary parts to complete the recall repair. in addition, the brake lights had illuminated prior to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was destroyed. the approximate failure mileage was 51,000.

Reported in: SAN BENITO TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL24E78C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

2008 altima coupe in southern louisiana with no aftermarket modifications has a melting dashboard. the textured surface of the dashboard has melted to a sticky, smooth, and reflective surface. the material on the dashboard above the odometer and passenger air bag nearest to the windshield is sticky and reflects sunlight onto the windshield causing a glare while driving. safety is at risk due to inability to see past glare on windshield while driving. glare is caused by the sun reflecting off of the melting dashboard points. there have never been any chemicals wiped on the dashboard during ownership.

Reported in: NEW ORLEANS LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E88C

STRUCTURE

a few months ago, while cleaning the interior of my car i noticed the dashboard was sticky in a small area on the driver's side. thinking it was something that could be cleaned i applied an adhesive remover but had no positive results. now that we are in the dead heat of summer, the problem has gotten worse and has now spread to the passenger side along with creating an unbelievable glare from the windshield. now, when i touch it, pieces of the material stick to my finger. that was real eye opener to look into it and see if it has been a problem with other nissan owners. with only a few mins. of research i'm finding that it's widely common, especially here in fl. i have also noticed a crack that spans about 15 inches along the bridge of the dashboard just above the gauges. this isn't the nissan quality we hear about! totally unacceptable!

Reported in: ST. AUGUSTINE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

my dashboard is melting, looks like it is wet in certain spots and the glare is very uncontrollable while driving. i did not use any chemicals on the dashboard such as armor all (i say i did not because that is what the dealership said i had done) i have been searching online and there are several posts of this happening to other people. seems like is a manufacturer problem and i can not afford 1200 to change my dashboard. thank you,

Reported in: ST. PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E58C

STEERING

i took my car to wash and suddenly for no reason i just heard a noise right after that my reset tire pressure light came on for no reason, then the cruise control light came on and set was flashing, i tried to cancel it but it wouldn't then luckily i should say when i got home my ac just turned off and wouldn't turn back on then i turned the car off and when i tried to start it wouldn't start then the yellow key light turned on and i it wouldn't recognize the either key. my phone was charging and it was also damaged due to this failure. i've very upset. i had to tow it in to the dealer ship to get it diagnosed had to pay 95.00 for it plus now they are telling me this: -----original message----- from: [xxx] sent: monday, august 12, 2013 12:20 pm to: subject: repair quote the repairs for 2008 altima are listed below steering lock assembly & screws 834.22 labor charges 286.20 taxes & disposal fees -95.89 total - 1216.31 this is absurd, i did my research and i see a lot of complaints about the same issue this needs to be recalled. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

AIR BAGS

safety passenger air bag light came on as i was a passenger in the vehicle. i am 5' 7" tall and around 140 lbs. therefore, the air bag should be functioning while i am in the passenger seat. we took the vehicle to nissan dealership and they said there was nothing wrong with the air bag system. however, the light continues to come on erratically even to this day in 2013. we had nissan test it again in december 2012 and they gave us the same excuse. the sensor is supposedly working. why does the air bag light continue to come on with passengers in the seat (the light on means that the air bag has been turned off due to low weight of person, etc.)? are we or are we not being protected by the air bag in the event of a crash?

Reported in: DEWITT MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

AIR BAGS

traveling on the highway and air bag light comes on while passenger is in the seat. this means the air bag has turned off. the light goes on and off seemingly at random. passenger was 140 lb woman 5' 7" tall. so, air bag should be functioning the entire time this passenger is in the seat. the nissan dealer tested the air bag and said it was working properly. so, why is the light coming on to turn off the air bag? this needs to be addressed. is the light sensor not working properly or is the air bag sensor not functioning properly? i have talked to nissan corporate about the problem and the first thing that was said was that the seat belt is the first line of safety in a crash. they also said i would need to take the vehicle in again so they could have a diagnosis that was less than 30 days old. so, taking it to the dealership at least twice within 5 years isn't enough for them to review this situation - a safety situation.

Reported in: DEWITT MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dash board melted and created a glare over the windshield. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the dashboard was not replaced. the approximate failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 83,000. updated 03/31/14*lj updated 04/01/14

Reported in: GAINSVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

SERVICE BRAKES

when i press on the brake to start the engine, it will not start and the light on the dash comes and says press the brake to start. the switch does not recognize that i am pressing the brake. this is an intermittent problem that may happen everyday for a week and then may not happen again for 3 weeks. if you press the brake in and press the buttons under the brake pedal, it helps to recognize the pedal is pressed. i have checked several on line forums where many car owners have posted the same exact problem with altimas of similar year models 2007 to 2010. *js

Reported in: CADIZ KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

STRUCTURE

my dashboard is melting on my 2008 nissan altima. it creates a glare on the windshield which makes visibility difficult. i use windshield visors and i don't use harsh cleaners/chemicals on my dashboard for cleaning. it is a defect from production and should be recalled for safety concerns. *jb

Reported in: DUNEDIN FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

SERVICE BRAKES

the following had to be fixed all on one visit: my alternator replaced; top motor mount replaced, brake sensor replaced, battery replaced, and had an oil cooler leak fixed. all was covered with my extended warranty ($858 otherwise). it has had a total of 4 batteries, 2 alternators, 2 manna folds (a recall), new shocks and struts (i paid for) and my transmission warranty was extended to 120,000 miles. (there was also another recall to the fuel tank but can't remember any specifics). i take great care of my car, have it maintained regularly, and only use quality gas. this is my fourth nissan and i am greatly disappointed in the quality. i am debating as to whether or not i should trade it in.

Reported in: BAKERSFIELD CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

Reported in: BAKERSFIELD CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

Reported in: BAKERSFIELD CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

WHEELS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while adding air to the rear passenger's side tire, the valve stem fractured. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the valve stem would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 66,000.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

transmission wines, and wouldn't shift into gear from park 2 times froma parked situation. numerous other ongoing small problems, which i've read about with customer complaints for this vehicle. i have them also. radio display out, center console loose, with weight, car bottoms out on speed bumps, failed stop light/start brake switch,

Reported in: PARKTON MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

the dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe started melting around may, 2013. at first it was not noticeable but now there are big shiny, sticky patches on my dashboard. this would not be a problem but while driving during the day the sun reflects off of the melted areas and causes a glare on my windshield that greatly reduces my visibility. because of that i tend to not drive it often. also its giving off the smell of burned plastic. after doing some research i found i am not the only one who is having this problem. it seems common in places like texas, florida, and california. https://www.facebook.com/nissanusa/posts/10152938385130375 http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582.html.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, there was a sudden loss of acceleration power without warning. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the inter-cooler kit for the power transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. the approximate failure mileage was 67,000 and the current mileage was 69,000.

Reported in: FLOOR PARK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

STRUCTURE

dashboard melts in high temperature climates. glare from melt is so bad that it is impossible to see the road. visibility is a serious issue at this point and nissan has refused to replace or issue a recall.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my car starting having problems starting...it was intermittent...but would start with a jump (most of the time), so i thought it was the battery and had it replaced. but the problem persisted. i took it to the dealer on 9/17 and the computer diagnosis was the electric steering column lock. upon further research, i found that all 2009 models had the warranty for this part extended to 6 years/unlimited mileage, whichever comes first...but only the 2009 models. i also noticed during my research that many instances of this same part occurring on 2008 models as well. when i contacted nissan consumer affairs, they said that they could not help me as my car was not included in the extended warranty. i want to know why only the 2009 models are included? the nissan technician who worked on my vehicle said that the part is the same from 2007-2009...and in his opinion, all should be included. i would like to have this researched further to have additional model years included in the warranty extension.

Reported in: GOFFSTOWN NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

AIR BAGS

the passenger side air bag light stays on even when there is a passenger in the seat. ( the indicator light on the dash.) the light on the instrument panel continues to flash also.

Reported in: WALTERS OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E48C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i am writing because i have a problem with my 2008 nissan altima coupe where my dashboard is melting in. i live in the florida area and have noticed many other customers are having the same problem in this year alone all in florida. here is the forum which i found many having the similar problem http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582-90.html. the issue is causing a glare on my windshield making it very hard for me to drive and see. i went to my nissan dealership where the vehicle was purchased and they stated changing the dash is a lot of work and very expensive that only giving a dash cover can be done. i dont like the way the dash cover looks and shouldnt be forced to cover a problem that is a safety hazard because of a defective product.

Reported in: SANFORD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

POWER TRAIN

on 9/6 at approx. 3:30pm mnt the car began having issues accelerating past 60 mph on i-70 e in colorado. at times it would even start de-accelerating. around 4pm, smoke was coming out of the front hood. my boyfriend and i then pulled over to the side of the highway, and after about 10 minutes we noticed that transmission fluid was leaking from the car. after being towed to the mechanic about 20 miles away, he worked on the car for about an hour and completed an official diagnostic. he said the transmission fluid had overflowed from the transmission and that we could have had a fire on the highway. he also came to the conclusion that the transmission was blown and the car was not drivable. we had to store the car in the mechanic's parking lot for the night and get a rental car. we then had to stay in a hotel for the night in grand junction, co. the next day we called around to find a nissan service center that would be open to accepting the car and could get the parts in a reasonable amount of time given that we were stranded in colorado. we found a service center in aurora about 250 miles away from grand junction. we worked with aaa to get the car towed to the dealership just before they closed. since they were closing the nissan service center did not have time to look at the car until monday. i ended up being stranded in colorado for a 6 days with my boyfriend, until the car was fixed. i am very displeased with nissan's customer service. i called specialists for 3 days with no help. they have refused to compensate me for the other damages incurred by the faulty transmission. this trip cost $2,000 in unexpected costs due to be stranded,and my life was put in danger because none of the nissan service adviser's told me about the issues with the cvt transmission (i took my car to be checked before the road trip in may 2013 and late august 2013). *js

Reported in: EVANSTON IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

STRUCTURE

my dash has started to melt. its ugly but the main issue is driving in the sun. the spots that are melting are very shinny and at times causes me to not be able to see the road. i am concerned for my safety and the safety of others on the road. *js

Reported in: NEWNAN GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E18N

STRUCTURE

dash appears to be melting. car was purchased in tulsa in 2011 while i was living in arkansas...moved to kansas in july 2013 and noticed in august that my dash appears to be melting. car has been most exclusively parked in garage....this slick, wet like appearance causes glare on windshield making it hard to see....i took the car to state line nissan in kansas city, mo last week and they dismissed the issue even though i am still covered by a nissan warranty.

Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

STRUCTURE:BODY

i pulled in a parking space, foot on the brake, and before i could put it in park the car accelerated and took off. the brakes would not stop the car. i went about twenty feet, over curbs, sidewalk, another parking space, avoiding cars, skid marks made, and finally directed the car toward a dumpster and it stopped. it is a miracle that someone in my path wasn't killed. the engine was pushed back and so the body shop connected with nissan considered it a total loss.

Reported in: WESTERN SPRINGS IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

SERVICE BRAKES

Reported in: WESTERN SPRINGS IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: WESTERN SPRINGS IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

ENGINE

Reported in: WESTERN SPRINGS IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

STRUCTURE

the dashboard is sticky and melting. the car is garage parked and i use sun shades when it is parked outside. the dash is melting so badly that the glare is blocking my ability to see things on the road.

Reported in: PFLUGERVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E78C

STRUCTURE

the dashboard is melting causing glare on the windshield which can lead to an accident due to limited visibility.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the dashboard is melting causing glare on the windshield which can lead to an accident due to limited visibility.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28C

STRUCTURE

it appears as if my dashboard is "melting." the finish on the dashboard is disappearing and it had became very sticky and there is a glare on the dash that is hindering visibility. i have researched the problem and it appears to be common on 2008 nissan altimas and my concerns that it will only get worse. i would like to make this problem aware now before it gets worse.

Reported in: GAINESVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

STRUCTURE

i purchased a brand new 08 nissan altima 2.5s in september of 2007. i live in central florida, and for more than a year, my dashboard has turned shiny, sticky, and is quite literally melting. the last 6 months to a year, i noticed that the part around the radio unit has been cracking and "softening". in the daytime, the shiny melting part of the dash reflects onto my windshield and creates a blinding glare that makes it difficult and dangerous to even see the road. i have tried various cleaning solutions until i realized that wasn't the problem. i have come across many people who have been experiencing the same problem, most in florida, and all 2008 altimas. i will enclose a link to the forum where many altima owners have found thanks to google with the issue. i would be happy to send some pictures of the dashboard if necessary. http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582.html.

Reported in: ST CLOUD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

STRUCTURE

there is a consistent issue with this particular maker, model and year. the "melting dashboard". the material used to make the rubber-type dashboard begins to "melt". the surface is sticky and causes very bad windshield sun glare, which can be dangerous. my wife will not drive car because of this. i have documented photos and comments from other car owners.

Reported in: ROTONDA WEST FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

i have a 2008 nissan altima with only 25,000 miles on it. garage keep. very nice car. i noticed last month a spot that looked liked my dash melted . now a month later it has spread. i have put nothing on it. it looks very shiny and sticky when touched. it looks like the material is breaking down. i can not drive this car on a sunny day because all i see in my front windshield is the reflection of my dash. i almost hit someone the other day having to swerve just in time. i couldn't even see them. just black shiny dash. this has gone on long enough. i have called and they just kinda laugh saying " i've never heard of that" . you can clearly tell the material is breaking down . this should not happen and nissan should fix this before something bad happens.

Reported in: SMITH STATION AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24EX8C

STRUCTURE

the dashboard seems to be melting causing a horrible glare that impacts vision while driving. the car was originally purchased in neland, fl.

Reported in: PERRYSBURG OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E78C

STRUCTURE

dashboard has started to melt in my 2008 nissan altima coupe that has greatly impaired my vision when driving on the road on a sunny day. the glare reflected from the melting portion of my dash is reflected onto my windshield. i have almost been in multiple accidents due to the lack of visibility.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my 2008 nissan altima was failing to start. push button ignition would allow the power to turn on, the lights on the dashboard, radio, fans/cooling/heating, etc. however, the engine could not turn on. i would regularly find that this would be an intermittent behavior. sometimes the vehicle would start on the first try - other times it would take 20, 30, 40 attempts (and lots of frustration) to start finally. i attempted to have the dealer review this and they told me that they couldn't duplicate the experience. finally, after another bout with the car failing to start, i took it into the dealer and they recommended that i should replace the brake-stop-lamp-switch, for a total cost of about $450. while this was the dealer's recommendation, they would not guarantee that this was, in fact, the source of the problem. great, i thought: let's make an expensive repair that we're unsure is really the problem! the dealer told me that they're replacing these switches very often: this is a recurring problem with the '08 altima (and, they hinted, other nissan models) and they keep the part stocked all the time. i don't understand why an integral part of the ignition system dies at 55k miles. i did call nissan consumer affairs and was told that since there was no official recall notice issued by the nhtsa, that they were not obligated to recall the unit and would not reimburse me for the cost of the repair. since my car was out of warranty, they didn't feel inclined to do anything about it. very frustrated about their unwillingness to recognize an issue when their dealers see this as a major problem. not happy with both the decision by nissan consumer affairs to sweep this under the rug and pretend that this is a minor problem.

Reported in: MIDLOTHIAN OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

STRUCTURE

dashboard melted, causing a bright vision-affecting glare on the inside of the windshield. reduces visibility greatly, will likely cause an accident before too long.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard melted, causing a bright vision-affecting glare on the inside of the windshield. reduces visibility greatly, will likely cause an accident before too long.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

dashboard melted, causing a bright vision-affecting glare on the inside of the windshield. reduces visibility greatly, will likely cause an accident before too long.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate without warning. the vehicle was coasted to the side of the road where the engine was turned off, and after restarting the vehicle resumed normally. the failure recurred three times. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where they informed the contact that the crank shaft and speed sensors would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: MECHANICSVILLE IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

STRUCTURE

2008 nissan altima coupe's dashboard is melting. i live in florida and apparently nissan didn't take into account the weather here when using material for their dashboards on this year and model. the whole top dashboard is sticky and looks like a wet substance. because of this it creates an intense glare that is a sever safety hazard when driving. i called 1800-nissan and they don't want to do anything even though they used faulty material. this is a known concern since others have had the same issue. if u do a google search of this issue, you'll find its a very common problems for nearly all nissan altima (2008) who live in southern climates and nissan will not accept responsibility of this issues, does someone has to die in a accident or get dismembered ? thank you

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

STRUCTURE

the dashboard of my car is melting. its causing a glare of the sun that make it extremely difficult to see doing the day. i have almost got into several accidents because of the glare.

Reported in: HIALEAH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

my dashboard has melted creating a terrible glare that is not just distracting while driving but dangerous because i cannot see through my windshield during the day or when on coming headlights come towards me during the night. not only is it terribly dangerous but the melting is making my dash sticky causing parking passes to stick and leave residue.

Reported in: BONITA SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: BONITA SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

since 6/2013 the dashboard of this vehicle is emitting a sticky, shiny, substance, which likely indicates deterioration of the composition of the dashboard, making driving hazardous, as it makes visibility out the windshield difficult. the sticky substance is highly reflective, making driving in the sun very dangerous. i have made multiple trips to our nissan dealership to explain the situation, and although they indicate that they have observed this situation with this particular model/year, they are not willing to rectify the situation. i also contacted consumer services with nissan and they are not willing to replace the dashboard, even though it presents a hazard to driving the vehicle.

Reported in: PORT CHARLOTTE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E28C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

i own a 2008 nissan altima coupe and the dashboard is melting. after some research i discovered that i am not the only one with this problem. we will all file complaints due to the severity of this issue. the dashboard melting is causing a reflection onto the windshield and making it see. i am trying to prevent an accident resulting from this issue. i started to notice the problem, but it was minute. i am researching out now because it has progressively gotten worse. location: florida ( most of the cars with this problem are located in florida and texas).

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard of this vehicle is emitting a sticky, shiny, substance, which likely indicates deterioration of the composition of the dashboard, making driving hazardous, as it makes visibility out the windshield difficult. the sticky substance is highly reflective, making driving in the sun very dangerous.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E38C

STRUCTURE

i live in orlando, fl and i had my vehicle for almost 5yrs. this year the dashboard has slowly began to melt. it is tack and if you touch it black goo comes off on your hands.the car inside smells weird no matter how much i clean and use febreeze and also provides a blinding glare when driving.

Reported in: OVIEDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

STRUCTURE

my wife and i noticed that the dashboard on her 2008 nissan altima coupe was melted, leaving a sticky substance that seems impossible to remove and causes an intense glare when driving in the sun. we can barely see the road when driving and have called nissan regarding this issue but they do not acknowledge this issue as a safety hazard.

Reported in: FORT LAUDERDALE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

sections of my front dash are melting. the deterioration has left the dash in a tar like state that is sticky and shiny. the reflection from the sun is so bright that driving is difficult around noon. the car is parked in a garage 90% of the time so there is no reason other than poor quality for this to have happened. i have contacted my local nissan dealership and nissan directly and they both are unwilling to offer any assistance as the car is out of warranty. i completely understand that but it is dangerous to drive and i am worried that if the glare prevents me from seeing another car or pedestrian someone could be injured. nissan should accept responsibility for the poor quality and rectify the problem before an accident happens.

Reported in: TOMBALL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E18C

STRUCTURE

i have noticed that over the last several months 4-5 months, that my dashboard of my nissan altima coupe 2008 is beginning to melt. initially, the defect appeared as a glossy, shiny hue to the dashboard along the edges but over time, its has now started to melt with severe glossy and sticky residue - the glare from the dashboard on my windshield is dramatic and becoming unsafe during afternoon driving. it involves all edges of the anterior dashboard along the edge of the speakers and air filter and appears to be moving posteriorly. i have not used any chemicals to try to improve the issue and everything i place on the dashboard sticks severely.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

ENGINE

i was traveling on this date from cranberry township, pennsylvania where i work as an engineer at westinghouse headquarter office to west chester, ohio where my family reside for a family thanksgiving gathering. it was 6:30 am and it was snowing. the traffic ahead begin slowing down for some reason. the visibility was becoming quite poor. i was in the middle of the 3-lane i-79 heading south-west. hence i wanted to put on my hazard signal to alert the traffic behind me of the danger ahead. in the process i pushed on the on/off start button. the engine died right away while i was traveling at 50 mph. all control was immediately lost in the process. unable to steer my car either left or right i pushed on the hazard button to alert the vehicle behind od my distress. luckily for me, the fellow behind slowed down and stayed behind me until i brought my car to a full and complete stop in the middle of the highway and put it in park to restart the engine and slowly continue my trip without further incident. i was extremely scared and surprise that it was possible at all to kill the engine while at speed on the road in this vehicle. i do believe this is a major flaw that could have been quite serious under different circumstances. imagine it happened down the mountain in west virginia where i was heading next..... thank you

Reported in: CRANBERRY TWP PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard has been melting creating a shiny coat that reflects to the front windshield diminishing visibility and creating potential hazards, specially during the day as it omits a blinding sun glare. the car no longer has nissan warranty and considering the hazard and the amount of people with the issue nissan should issue a recall for this type of dashboards to prevent accidents.

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E28C

STRUCTURE

2008 nissan altima, dashboard is melting. it's hard to see when driving it puts a very bad glare on the windshield causing you not able to see out of when sun it out or oncoming traffic lights reflect on the windows . it's very sticky and the dashboard is about to fall apart. knowing that the air bag is in the dash is a very concern due to the dash melting and possible may cause a fire overtime due to wires connected to the dash. there are a lot of complaints on this online even on nissan facebook page and complaints shown on here. this needs to be recalled or fixed before someone gets hurt by not being able to see out there window due to the shiny glare. nissan refuse to fix this defect as the service manger said that the dash should not be melting the way it is. i hope this gets fixed for the safety of all nissan drivers this should be reviewed by corporate nissan.

Reported in: HOLLYWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21EX8N

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the heat from the sun melted the dashboard. in addition, the reflection of the dashboard was blinding to the contact when driving. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and no reason was provided for the defect. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. the failure mileage was 58,000.

Reported in: HOLLYWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21EX8N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: HOLLYWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21EX8N

STRUCTURE

my dash is melting along the edges which leaves a bad glare and when driving towards the sun, visibility is obscured.

Reported in: PORT ARTHUR TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the switch that allows the car to start and lights the brake lights is sticking, this is a common problem that nissan is aware of. the car not starting is annoying, if the switch sticks after the car is started then the brake lights will fail to illuminate, that is dangerous. the car fails to start with regularity, if the switch is manipulated it starts, i do not know if the break lights are failing but i assume this is occurring. these cars should be recalled for replacement of these switches.

Reported in: MULLICA HILL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

Reported in: MULLICA HILL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

the dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe appears to be melting and it has become very difficult to drive because of the glare it causes on the windshield. we purchased the vehicle new, included a nissan extended warranty, and maintain the vehicle meticulously (mechanically and cosmetically). we did not put anything on the dash (armorall, etc). the nissan dealer told us that they have seen a lot of dashes on the altima with this problem in florida, but that there is nothing they can do because it is out of the initial factory warranty and they claim the nissan extended warranty does not cover it. through the nico club, i have learned that many other florida residents who own 2008-2009 nissan altima coupes are experiencing the same problem. this appears to be a manufacturers defect and has really become a serious safety hazard. i respectfully request your help with this matter.

Reported in: JUPITER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E98C

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the heat from the sun melted the dashboard. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire dashboard needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 104,000.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E78C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the body control module caused all of the electrical components in the vehicle to malfunction. in addition, the tpms warning light was illuminated. the contact took the vehicle to a tire dealer where the tpms was replaced. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign i.d. number 07v599000 (electrical system) and called the manufacturer. the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in the recall. the failure mileage was 92,000.

Reported in: DENVER CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the windshield was impairing the contact's vision. the manufacturer stated that they would not replace the window. the failure mileage was 84,000.

Reported in: CAMPBELL CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68C

STRUCTURE

my dash is melting and its creating a reflective surface which is creating a high glare on the on the windshield which is impairing my vision to drive.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E48C

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that sunlight reflected from the polished dashboard and was causing an excessive glare. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who replaced the dashboard. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 25,000.

Reported in: DAVIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28C

STRUCTURE

vehicle dashboard plastic is melting which is creating a glare in the windshield while driving.

Reported in: KATY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24EX8C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the car: 2008 nissan altima coupe 3.5 se. in 2012 i noticed the dashboard was getting shiny, and had a melted feeling to it. i had to buy a dash cover to keep the glare away, if facing the sun while driving. now in 2014 the dash is cracked all over and sticky. this issue should be addressed by nissan. not only is it a safety hazard, i makes reselling the car almost impossible. dealer quote for new dash panel, $2500.00.

Reported in: SAINT PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: SAINT PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

i have a 2008 nissan altima se sedan. most of the time the car was parked in the garage. car was parked outside several times a week. i noticed my dashboard started to melt and its getting worse. its a safety hazard causing a glare in the day time and could be bad for visibility on the road and i could be breathing in the toxic chemicals from the dashboard. i had a dashboard cover to protect my dash and it still melts and cracking in different places in the dash. my dealer is new city nissan in honolulu, hi i have called them and also called nissan consumer affairs and none of them helped me. my local dealer ignored me for the longest time until they finally said sorry we cant help you, you are out of warranty and for a replacement dash it will cost $2,304.00. i feel like this isn't right and its a safety issue. i have 2 other nissans that are older cars parked outside and there dashboards are not melted. nissan does not want to help or admit this is a defective product.

Reported in: HONOOLULU HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E38N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard has begun to deteriorate/melt and has turned into a shiny, reflective goo. it is reflecting onto the windshield and at the right angle can be completely blinding. this will absolutely cause an accident. dealership is aware of multiple additional vehicles and no manufacturer recalls have been issued.

Reported in: NAPLES FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

Reported in: NAPLES FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

i purchased a 2008 nissan altima coupe from a used car dealership, it has turned out to be a great car except the issue that appears to happen to many of their dashboards. they begin to melt from just general daily exposure to the sun. it has created a glare that makes it difficult to see out the windshield while driving even with sunglasses. i spoke with two technicians at nissan dealerships and they have agreed that it must be the material used that year on the dashboard. upon taking this issue up with nissan they said they would not replace the piece, and have not taken responsibility for the issue and the material that they placed in this vehicle. this will continue to be a safety concern and will not escalate until unfortunately someone gets into a accident due to the material they used on this dashboard. nissan, i feel should take responsibility for the material used and replace the piece not only for myself but others, not just because it looks terrible but that it is a safety concern at this point.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

the dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe has melted (possible plasticizer migration) and it has become very difficult to drive because of the glare it produces on the windshield, this lead to me to veer off the road and into the embankment. the nissan dealer told us that they have seen a lot of dashes on the altima with this problem in florida, but there is nothing they can do because it is out of the initial factory warranty and they claim the nissan extended warranty does not cover it. several florida residents who own 2008-altima coupes are experiencing the same problem. this appears to be a manufacturers defect and has really become a serious safety hazard. i respectfully request you're help in this matter. i can provide pictures if necessary. below are a few forums addressing the situation http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582.html http://www.altimaforums.net/super-sticky-dashboard-t15553.html?t=15553 http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2007-2012-nissan-altima-discussion-2-5-3-5/343066-melting-dashboard-problem.html http://www.carcomplaints.com/nissan/altima/2008/accessories-interior/dashboard_is_melting.shtml http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2008/nissan/altima/window http://mythreecents.com/showreview.cgi?id=109390.

Reported in: PEMBROKE PINES FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BL24E68C

STRUCTURE:BODY

sometime in december 2013 i noticed the dashboard of my nissan altima 2008 melting causing a shiny substance the causes a tremendous glare on the windshield which makes it difficult to see when driving. this should not be happening...obviously defective materials by nissan. i have researched and on one complaint forum alone found 196 pages of the same complaint and the same year and model.. i filed a complaint directly with nissan on 2-17-14 i was told that i needed to get a diagnoses from a nissan dealer so i did...nissan clearly stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced...well on 2-21-14 a nissan rep named [xxx] out of tennessee called me back and said that nissan will not pay for the replacement of the dashboard... i can supply you with photos of my issues and a list of 100's of others with the same complaint. i appreciate your assistance with this matter... information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88C

STRUCTURE

i have a 2008 nissan altima coupe here in panama city fl and notice my dashboard was melting, it's now at the point where the glare is so bad i can barely see to drive. i also have a six year old i'm now to afraid to drive any where bc of the glare but also because i'm not sure what kind of toxics we are breathing in. i've ordered a dash cover from carid.com but realized that is not going to fix my problem it's only going to hide it and we may still be breathing in harmful toxins and in the event that later i want to get rid of the car the zebra print dash cover would be stuck. so i took it to the nissan dealer ( i don't have a warranty by the way its a 2008) and the put me in a rental immediately saying and i quote, "do you know what this material is who knows what your breathing in" so they could check my car.... they called me two days later and told me that they do not know what's causing it and for me to call 1 800 nissan1. the nissan headquarters customer relations were extremely rude and refused to help me at all..... i'm a single mother and can't afford to pay to have this fix. i did some research and it turned out that nissan did a recall for a very similar problem in the infinities (melting dash and was bubbling) i'm scared to drive my car because the glare is soooo bad as well as melting plastic i've also reached out to the health dept of florida to ask them about the material of the dash and how harmful it is to breathe in again i have a child and her being healthy and safe is the most important thing to me. there are hundreds of people having this same issue.....this isn't fair not only is this a health issue but a safety issue as well....

Reported in: PANAMA CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E78C

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard had become sticky and was deteriorating. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

Reported in: ENOLA AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E28C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard is melting. it is sticky and shiny where the sun hits the dashboard. the dull part has burned away leaving a shiny part that causes a glare. the glare is right in my line of vision and makes it difficult to drive.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E58C

STRUCTURE

dashboard is melting and turned sticky. no longer has a matte finish and now has a high gloss finish that produces a glare through the windshield. reflection on windshield looks like a heads up display. the area is from the drivers side to the passenger side and including the passenger side airbag area. unknown if the airbag would deploy properly through the decomposing material used to manufacture the dashboard. internet search of the issue shows many others have experienced this exact issue with the 2008 and early 2009 model coupe. almost all have been reported in hot southern climates of florida, texas and california. no cleaning products were ever used on the dashboard and the decomposition appears to be a result of high temperatures inside the cabin produced when parked outside in direct sunlight.

Reported in: PLANTATION FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

AIR BAGS

Reported in: PLANTATION FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

STRUCTURE

i live in south florida and the dashboard has been melting. it's a hazard and it produces a glare in the windshield and interferes with visibility. i'm afraid that an accident is going to happen because i cannot see clearly due to the glare. someone is going to get hurt. the dashboard is also sticky to the touch and pieces are starting to come away from the dashboard.

Reported in: CORAL GABLES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

STRUCTURE:BODY

i noticed about 6 months ago, that there was a shiny sticky substance on my dashboard and it has been getting worse as the months go by. it has gotten to a point that it is dangerous for me to drive my car because of the glare that it produces off my windshield. i can't even put something over the dash, cause it will stick and tear the dash board apart, if it moves. this is not only a hazard to myself, but to anyone else in my car and to other drivers. i pointed it out to a representative at nissan dealership months ago and he said he didn't know what was causing it, he couldn't help me. i feel its a defective type material and i'm sure its also not a healthy breathing environment for me.

Reported in: POMPANO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the passenger's side air bag warning lamp illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the passenger's side air bag mat sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 58,000 and the current mileage was 58,500.

Reported in: CARMEL NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E38C

SEATS

my altima coupe has a melting dashboard that causes visibility issues by glaring into my windscreen. it is melted and bubbly. also my passenger seat belt light cuts on and off due to my passenger seat bracket being faulty. i have not heard back from nissan on a way to resolve these safety issues.

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

AIR BAGS

Reported in: PENSACOLA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

STRUCTURE

the dashboard is melting.

Reported in: LEHIGH ACRES FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

my 2008 nissan altima dashboard is melting and the glare from the molten rubber/plastic creates a reflection on the windshield which makes it very difficult to drive in the sun and is potentially very dangerous. i contacted nissan about this and they say that they cannot do anything about this even though it is obviously a factory defect. they want to charge me 3000 $ to replace the dashboard which i do no intend on doing it as i feel like it is nissan's responsibility to replace the dashboard.

Reported in: JERSEY VILLAGE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: JERSEY VILLAGE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

STRUCTURE

the dashboard of my 2008 nissan altima appears to be melting. the rubber material that was used to create the dashboard has started to melt becoming very sticky and extremely shinny. the glare from the dashboard shine has become a hazard and is impairing my driving, i cannot see out of my windshield during the day.

Reported in: WESLEY CHAPEL FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

my dashboard is melting and creates an awful glare on the windshield - almost like shining a mirror at the sun. it's blinding at times when the sun hits it just right. the problem has progressively gotten worse over the span of a year. when it's extremely hot (nearly 100 out), the dashboard is almost like a thick goop that comes off on my fingers when i touch it. i haven't put any sort of chemical or wax on it as a nissan representative has suggested. not only is this hazardous while driving, but i'm concerned there may be some harmful chemical (carcinogenic?) that i'm inhaling while in my car.

Reported in: GREENVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: IN4AL14E78C

STRUCTURE:BODY

the dash of the vehicle has been continuously deteriorating. it is as if it is melting. since we purchased the car it is progressively getting worse, and is now a serious safety issue, due to the light that reflects off of the melted parts of the dash. it reflects the sunlight during the day and the headlights at night directly into the drivers eyes... this is a documented issue with numerous nissan altimas of the same year.

Reported in: HELENA AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

the occupant sensor in the passenger seat doesn't correctly sense or classify a passenger (more than 120 lbs) when they are in the seat. this results in the air bag being incorrectly deactivated (similar to recent nhtsa campaign number 14v138000). the vehicle was previously given to the dealer to fix under nhtsa campaign number 08v521000. this still occurs and adjusting her position or the seat position doesn't eliminate the issue so passengers would not have air bag protection in the event of a frontal impact.

Reported in: ROCHESTER MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E58C

AIR BAGS

Reported in: ROCHESTER MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E58C

STRUCTURE

after filing a complaint with nissan consumer affairs about my deteriorating dashboard they told me to go to a nissan dealer and get an estimate on replacing the dash, then they would let me know if they would give me some financial assistance. i complied with them, made appt.. received the estimate of $1726.03. i presented this to consumer affairs, then after numerous phone calls to finally get an answer of "no we decided not to give you any financial support because the car was out of warranty !! this is not a damaged part due to accident, this is a factory defect!! this car is unsafe to drive during the day because of the glare from the sun, and unsafe after dark due to headlights and streetlights. i have taken this complaint to my local t.v. investigations and do not plan on stopping until i get a new dashboard.. i have seen this very same complaint on numerous 2008's !!!! this is obviously a manufacture defect! has anybody out there received any resolution???!!!

Reported in: DANIA BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68C

STRUCTURE

my dashboard is sticky and appears to be melting away. this shiny surface causes an awful glared reflection on the windshield. also, it causes the car to appear old and everything sticks to it including papers and insects. it's pretty gross!

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard is melting. the melting dashboard causes a reflection on the windshield and it is hard to see in bright light.

Reported in: BRADENTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

on february 2013 i had a frontal car accident due to the glare on my windshield of my melting dash board on my 08 altima. my dashboard seems to be melting with out no reason. dealer will not replace defective dashboard as it is not part of a recall. this is a serious issue which may cause a serious accident raven death to a motorist or pedestrian. nissan needs to make a recall on this issue, it is obvious that this was a defect on their behalf for the majority of 08 altimas.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i was driving at 65 mph on a major highway and without any warning the car stalled out . the vehicle would not engage in any gear. the transmission failed without any warning lights or codes. vehicle towed immediately to dealership. diagnosis stated checked for coded all ok, however internal hard failure new transmission . 4000.00 vehicle was serviced always at crowley nissan bristol ct and serviced on 3/28/2014 checked a week prior . paper work indicated transmission fluid full and excellent. nissan usa refused to assist in any matter and dealership was the worst. this vehicle had issues in the past having numerous items replaced under warranty . never buying a nissan again...

Reported in: PLAINVILLE CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

POWER TRAIN

my cvt transmission went out with 126k miles. i was never notified of any recalls regarding the transmission and there have been a few. i started hearing the infamous "whining noise" about 6 months ago which would have been around 100k miles. had i been notified of the recalls i would have taken the whining a little more serious and researched it. well, too late but after the fact i found many youtube videos and hundreds of complaints from people with the exact same issue. if you hear this whining noise, it's your transmission. nissan knows they put out a garbage transmission which is why they doubled the warranty on it to 10 years or 120k miles. conveniently, mine did not go out until 126k. i bought this car three years ago with 17k miles. yes, i drive a lot but it's for work and it's primarily highway mileage. i wouldn't have ever expected the transmission to go out in a car this new. i have learned my lesson. i will never buy another piece of jap crap from nissan as i am now dumping 4k to get this repaired. i checked with nissanusa and they denied any responsibility nor did they offer any financial assistance because i am 6k over their extended (doubled) warranty. when my car broke down i called my mechanic, who is ase certified, and super trustworthy. he came and towed it, ran diagnostics on it and determined it was the transmission. i called nissanusa and was advised to have it towed to an authorized dealer because they would not offer assistance until an authorized dealer diagnosed it. i did just that, paid the dealer $150 to tell me what i already knew (bad transmission), only to have nissanusa deny me assistance after the dealer confirmed it was the transmission. then i had to pay to have it towed back to my mechanic as the dealer's quote was outrageous. i will never buy a nissan again and i hope you won't either!

Reported in: LAPORTE IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

beginning in 2012 (less than 4 years after purchasing my car), i started to notice that portions of the dashboard were melting. in the years since, it has gotten progressively worse. my mechanic told me he's never seen anything like it, even in much, much older cars. from what i can tell, many others are experiencing this same problem. this is not a cosmetic issue, but rather a serious safety concern. the melting dashboard is shiny and reflects sunlight, causing sudden blinding glares while driving. i have experienced these sudden flashes of light several times on the highway. the reality of being unable to see while at speeds exceeding 60 miles is incredibly scary and dangerous.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E48C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E48C

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E48C

STEERING

had the oil changed at dealership. upon driving back home the car would not start. i received the yellow key light on the dash and could not depress the brake pedal or start the car. i attempted to put in a new battery to the intelligent key and also jumpstart the vehicle. still would not start. nothing warns you of this issue and glad that i was not driving the vehicle when this happened or part failed. on the following date the vehicle was towed to the local dealership. on monday the 7th the car was diagnosed with the electric steering lock assembly failure. same day i contacted nissan consumer affairs to find out there were no recalls nor would they offer any assistance or recall this part as they have on other similar models.

Reported in: STAFFORD VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

ENGINE

Reported in: STAFFORD VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: STAFFORD VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i noticed that my 2008 nissan altima coupe randomly developed huge, long cracks on the dashboard. it is also sticky and soft (flexible). it appears to be melting and it is creating a significant glare across my windshield that makes it extremely hard to see when driving.

Reported in: HILO HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E18C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard is melting it seems to be real sticky the glare from it makes it hard to see out the windshield it's definitely a safety concern

Reported in: HAMMOND LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

AIR BAGS

the passenger airbag light on the center council lights up (signaling that it's off) randomly. this has even happened multiple times with an adult male sitting in the seat (approximately 180 lbs.).

Reported in: LAKE VILLA IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

the vehicle cut off and would not start back up

Reported in: HAMPTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

was driving to work on the highway using cruise control and then i tried to get out of cruise and step on the gas peddle but it got stuck, i realized i wasn't able to get over to the first lane due to traffic, so i tried to slow down to pull over to the median closest to the third lane, however, the brakes stopped working and i wasn't able to stop the vehicle, i even tried to press the button to shut the car off but it wouldn' shut down, there was no smell of smoke or anything and than as the car begin slowing on its own, all of a sudden smoke just poofed up and i grabbed my purse and phone and jumped out of the moving car . ran away from the car and realize that i had taken my wallet out of my purse previous and i turned to go back but the car was engulfed in flames. i called 911 to get assistance.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

my whole dashboard is melting. i have a glare from this that obstructs my view at all times of the day

Reported in: VERO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

my nissan altima dashboard is melting in the sun and heat here and i have tinted windows and use a sunshade. this is becoming a safety concern

Reported in: PALM CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my nissan altima dashboard is melting in the sun and heat here and i have tinted windows and use a sunshade. this is becoming a safety concern

Reported in: PALM CITY FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

melting dashboard when sun hits cant see due to glare very un safe

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

melting dashboard when sun hits cant see due to glare very un safe

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i have had my car since 2008. bought it brand new from nissan in kendall miami, fl. last year i started to notice that what has seemed like a regular wear from the car, has turned into a safety issue while driving. there is a glare when the sun hits the dash making it nearly impossible to see clearly. i know it sounds strange, but my dash is melting. this is a serious safety as i could potentially get into an accident. the only temporary solution we have found is to purchase a custom made dashboard. however, i don't see why nissan has not helped. i brought it back to my local dealership and they have said that since i am out of warranty, i'm out of luck. i've had attorneys offering to start a class action lawsuit being that i am not the only one with this issue, but all i want is to have my dash replaced and that's it. it is only fair that nissan would stand behind the product. is there anything that i can do about this? thank you in advance

Reported in: CORAL SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i started to notice sticky spots an my dash about 12 months ago. now it is covering most of the dash. this is creating a problem when i am driving during the day .if i am driving towards the sun the glare coming off of the dash is almost blinding. this makes it a safety problem and should be covered as a recall from the manufacture.

Reported in: LAKE WORTH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard seems to be melting and cracking throughout.

Reported in: STUART FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my 2008 nissan altima coupe dash is melting severely. i would describe this as a tar pit, which has spread over half the dash. during the day you see this melting dash reflecting in the whole windshield, which is dangerously obstructing the drivers view. ( seriously ) !!!!!!!! also i'm aware there's many car owners with this problem. the manufacturers should recall and replace these dashes before someone gets injured. thank you !!!!!!!

Reported in: BAYTOWN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard leaking glue like material causing glare on windshield glass. extremely difficult to see while driving due to glare. safety compromised.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dashboard has been melting for years now. i thought it was just due to the sun and lack of cleaning it, but reading online it is because of the defective material nissan chose to make the dashboard out of. i can barely see the road at times when the sun is shining bright.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

i was driving on hwy 610 in houston, texas when the vehicle engine shut off and caught fire. i had gone to the dealership several times initially for a start up key issue, then tires, hub cap, and then the engine shut off on the hwy january 25th 2014, the warranty company noted that there were underlying issues with the vehicle when it was first sold, made a proposal to the dealership, and dealership eventually placed an engine i was told later by a younger gentleman named steve that is was a sued engine. i had taken it home, and next day had issues again. took it in to get spark plugs changed, but the end result was fire on the hwy way may 12, 2014

Reported in: KINGWOOD TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: KINGWOOD TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: KINGWOOD TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

AIR BAGS

i purchased a factory certified 2008 altima coupe with slightly over 30,000 miles in october 2012 and at about 40,000 miles the passenger air bag light starting coming on with no passenger, then went to the red air bag light on the dash. the air bag controller was replaced at 42,000 miles and failed again at 50,000 miles. it has been covered by the warranty both times but concerns me that i have driven many of the miles on this car without air bags working.

Reported in: FISHER MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E08C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dash appears to be melting. this appears to be a pretty wide spread issue as evident in several nissan online forums. my dash has become soft, sticky and shiny in several very large spots. if this were just a cosmetic issue, i wouldn't be posting here. this is becoming a safety issue. the dash creates a glare on the windshield that is nearly impossible to see through without the use of polarized sunglasses. at a minimum, i just want to find something that will remove or reduce the glare by dulling the shiny spots.

Reported in: SAINT MARYS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

melting dashboard

Reported in: DELRAY BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard melting. windshield covered with huge reflecting glare impairing vision. airbags may not operate from within sticky molten substance the dashboard is covered with. (2008 altima coupe 2.5)

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24EX8C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe 2.5s is melting. the melting started around the edges of the speaker grill and the top part of the dashboard. i have tried to remove the residue with different products, but nothing seems to work. the melting has progressed to a point where it impairs my vision due to the reflection of sun on the windshield. the car is out of warranty and nissan refuses to replace the dashboard. i am only one of hundreds of people affected with this issue. a quick search online for the words "melting" "dashboard" and "altima" will pop up more than a dozen threads from people who have the same problem. most of them are from sates where the temperatures are regularly hot.

Reported in: HIALEAH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24EX8C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: HIALEAH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24EX8C

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl * the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard had become sticky and was deteriorating. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 51,000.

Reported in: COVINGTON LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

help (continuously variable transmission) nissan apparently has a "extended warranty for the cvt on certain vehicle models including altima between 2003-2010 year. the warranty states that you may replace part to 10years/120,000 miles which ever comes first. here's the problem never got a letter with this extended warranty information so i could of had my cvt replaced. two days ago as i was driving on one of fl. busiest hwy where speeds are up to 70 mph my 08 nissan altima starts decelerate yes while my foot was on the gas pedal the car began to decelerate with out know notice the service engine soon light was not on so i was in a state of shock because i am in the middle lane of a three lane hwy freaked out cars coming behind me at high speeds i did but my emergency lights on so i could try to find away to maneuver my way off the hwy wait it gets better so as i have my foot on the gas pedal at a speed of 1 mph the car is in stall mode aka pressing on gas and just barely going. well as i was getting in the outer lane to get off the hwy the car when from one mph and just accelerated i almost caused a major mva i ended up in the ditch luckily no one was hurt i immediately turned the car off. i ended up taking it to a mechanic who told me that it could be the fuel injector but couldn't be for sure because the service engine light was not on they couldn't detect the problem with the machine, the car service engine soon light came on soon after reaching over 120,000 miles.i wanted nissan to have recall this is dangerous and it is not right something needs to be done before it becomes worse like it for ford, gm ect....they should have sent people letters or ever put a courtesy consumer report thru news as to the extended warranty but they didn't do it why?(money)pleas this is dangerous i am not the first person with this same problem.

Reported in: LAKELAND FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8C

POWER TRAIN

5/31/2014, as i was traveling down 75 north towards chattanooga going 80 miles per hour to maintain speed of traffic i noticed that my vehicle started slowing down and would not allow me to accelerate. i had to immediately put my emergency signal on in order to merge over to the far right emergency lane to stop the vehicle. luckily traffic was not too heavy in order to move over to the emergency lane if so it probably would have been a fatal accident. i allowed the car to sit for a bit and then drove back to home to see if i could take the vehicle to a mechanic where i purchased a vehicle and to find out the issue. as i am driving the vehicle back home i have to drive the vehicle no more than 40 miles per hour in a 70 miles per hour zonw with my hazards signals flashing because the vehicle would not go no faster than 40 miles per hour. i called the dealership and i was informed that i would need to bring my vehicle in on monday because they close service at 12 o'clock on a friday. the dealer where i purchased my vehicle want me to pay a fee in order for me to have the vehicle diagnosed because it was not under the extended warranty and i only had the vehicle less than a year, only 8 months. this is a very dangerous and serious situation where nissan should recall the 2008 nissan altima and have this issue checked out because i'm sure i am not the only one with this issue.

Reported in: SNELLVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the rear driver's side tire blew out, which caused the contact to lose control and crash into bales of hay. the air bags failed to deploy. no injuries were reported. the vehicle was taken to independent mechanic who did not diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

Reported in: HOLTVILLE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima is melting!!!!!!! at first i thought it was something that came from the ac vents, but it just got worse & worse. i couldn't clean it even with a wet rag it was so sticky that it just stuck to it. i kept a windshield proctor in the window and it started to melt into the dash. it got so bad it was a hazard to try and drive. i have made several complaints to my dealership who looked at it and finally said "yes, your dashboard is melting". i was told to call consumer affairs. after months of back and forth, voicemail chasing and arguing that this should be recalled and that they should replace my dash due to their defect that is cause for an accident. a hazard, and now being unable to drive my car. i was told initially they couldn't help because it wasn't a warranty item. eventually they agreed to replace( i should consider myself lucky), but that the cost of labor had to be dealt wit my dealership at a cost of $560. consumer affairs said they will only pay for the part. finally discussed with dealership who stated that part was in, only to find out it wasn't ordered. an order was supposedly placed on 5/13/14 and was told it would take a few days. today is jun 3. 2014 and i'm still waiting! just spoke with parts department and the part is on backorder with no other information of when it could possibly come in! so much for the help! i probably will not ever buy another nissan, and it's a shame because i really like my car.

Reported in: PORT ST LUCIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard has been melting and getting gooey and sticky for months. this causes a distracting sparkling reflection on the windshield during certain days when it is very sunny and the sun shines directly at windshield. the defect was reported to nissan (dealership in fort lauderdale, florida, and the corporate office) but the company does not want to pay for repairing it because the warranty has expired, despite numerous similar complaints by other owners of the same model and the safety issue.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E28C

AIR BAGS

there was a public announcement of a recall in march, 2014 related to the reliability of gauges on the passenger side of the front seat, that tell the person, as well as the mechanical system, that the passenger front seat airbag is "now engaged" and ready to activate in the event of an accident/emergency.. following the announcement i took my 2008 altima to the dealer to ensure i was part of the recall. the dealer is at 3275 sw 8th street, ,miami,, florida. and is called autonation nissan. the service agent total me, after cursory research in his data base, that while many, many nissans were recalled in my model year and in my car group, mine was not included. the selection process for inclusion went by supplier, and not just by type of car and model year. to ascertain if my car had a faulty air bag on the passenger side of the front seat, i would therefore have to pay a $150 upfront diagnostic fee, and, if damage was noted, i would need to pay for repairs myself, as my car did not have the affected parts which were provided by only select suppliers. there is a problem. i have noted for some time that when a passenger is seated in the front, right side, seat, a beacon light in a small square box on the dash board flashes on and clearly states: "pass. off - air bag (x) psg.. 2" the reference from the light leaves one with the impression the air bag, for the passenger is not activated. during a drive, no set time period noted, the light will go off for a while, and later, come back on again. i am convinced that at some certain points the system is trying to tell me it is not activated.. of all the cars involved in the nissan recall, how could it possibly be that mine is excluded??? please, please try to get this corrected.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E68N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard is melting and causing a glare, thus making it difficult to see. its a safety hazard. nissan needs to recall melted dashboards. there are multiple people who are experiencing this problem. link: http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582-150.html

Reported in: MALDEN MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

the passenger side vehicle airbag light went to the off position and the air bag light on the dashboard began to flash. the dealer stated the seat cushion on the passenger seat needed to be replaced. when i contacted nissan they stated there was never a recall in my specific vin; though there was a recall for the exact same problem for my model and year vehicle in 2008. they stated they would pay 40% of the cost to replace seat cushion; which would run upwards of $800.00. i asked if it as just a coincidence that the airbag is now inoperable and they stated yes it was. the nhsta recall campaign was 08v521000. the recall specifies that the passenger seat cushion may have been manufactured out of specification. thank you for your time...

Reported in: NAMPA ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E48C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my nissan altima coupe interior dashboard is melting. it is very very shiny, and very sticky all across the areas adjacent to the windshield area. the glare is impossibe to see through. in florida that is much of the daylight hours when the sun is the most intense.it is very unsightly as well. this began in october 2013. it has progressively become worse. this car was garage kept a large part of the time i have owned it. there has been nothing applied to the dash. i purchased this car new.

Reported in: DUNEDIN FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E08C

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard had a sticky residue on it and felt as if it was melting. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 54,000.

Reported in: LAKELAND FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E58C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dashboard on my car is melting and i don't think anything necessarily happened to cause it - i just noticed it was sticky at first. it's now to the point where when the sun hits it i have to adjust my line of sight around the glare from it. i was told to report this here.

Reported in: LARGO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dashboard is entirely melted! you can't even put your finger on it or else it would make a permanent indention. from the dashboard melting it creates a glare that reflects off the windshield making it dangerous to drive.

Reported in: SPRING HILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

around june 1, 2012, i noticed a few spots that looked shiny on my dashboard in the middle section above the air vents. i did not think much of it at first. however, it got progressively worse, little by little. by june, 2013 it started to project a glare on the front window when the sun hit it . living in florida, it can be blinding at times. my husband noticed that it was sticky to the touch. in may 2013, i was diagnosed with hodgkin's lymphoma and needed to take off work for chemo and radiation. i called ferman nissan in oct.to inquire if any other owners were having the same problem. the service person i spoke with dismissed me and said it would be over 1000 to replace and i was probably responsible for it. i said i was concerned if toxic fumes could be released when the dash is heated, and he said no and took no responsibility for it. in feb. when i was finished with my treatments, i began inquiring with nissan corporate. i am worried that the dash could be toxic for me, when the dash heat up, not to mention the dangerous glare. i was told to get a quote from the dealer, which i did on february, 11, 2014. it said "dash looks like it's melting." estimate 1619.46 plus tax and supplies to replace dash. when i faxed nissan corporate, they still did nothing after making me get the quote. i was so frustrated . then action news 10 did a segment on the melting dash problem and exposed the fact that the issue is very common. please assist me with this situation, as i am worried to continue to drive the car this way in the hot florida sun.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

i noticed in the beginning of this year my dashboard started to melt. it is getting worse and it makes a glare off my windshield. the glare is so bad that i can barely see out my front window!!

Reported in: SPRING HILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38N

POWER TRAIN

in february 2014 i had a new transmission put in my vehicle to replace one that was part of a recall by nissan. on june 13, 2014 at approximately 6pm while traveling on interstate 95 in delaware, my 2008 nissan altima suddenly lost power and the ability to accelerate. i was able to get it safely off the road despite being in the fast lane during heavy rush hour traffic. i had the vehicle towed to the dealer that replaced the recalled transmission. on the morning of june 16, 2014 the service representative at the nissan dealer advised me i needed a new transmission because the one i received was a ¿�bad apple". later that same day, he called back to advise me the issue was not the transmission but it was a software update that was not installed when the transmission was replaced in february. the software has been updated; however when the vehicle reaches a speed of 60-80mph the vehicle hesitates and acts just as it did when it shut down on june 13, 2014.

Reported in: FALLSTON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

STRUCTURE:BODY

the dashboard is melting, getting shiny and sticky. the sun reflects off the dashboard onto the windshield, obscuring vision. this creates a serious safety hazard. the first time this occurred, my vision was pretty much blinded. had the vehicle in front of me elected to stop or slow down at that time, there would have been an accident.

Reported in: KAPOLEI HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: KAPOLEI HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl � the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard in the vehicle was deteriorating. the dashboard was melting into other components in the vehicle and created a foul odor. in addition, the air conditioning was inoperable. the dealer stated that the dashboard and evaporator needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was unknown. jcc updated 09/05/14*lj updated 09/10/2014 *js updated 9/8/14*cn

Reported in: PEMBROKE PINES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: PEMBROKE PINES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

EQUIPMENT:AIR CONDITIONER

Reported in: PEMBROKE PINES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

STRUCTURE:BODY

my 2008 altima also has a melting dash. i've contacted my local dealership and nissan directly and they both told me there was nothing they could do to help me because the car is out of warranty. are they not concerned at all that the glare from the shine is blinding and could cause an accident? it's a poor quality issue they should take responsibility for before someone is hurt or killed.

Reported in: BOSSIER LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i am in florida and car dashboard has been made with cheap material which started to melt after just a few years on purchase. in 2011 i did call nissan but no one replied my call. i kept on thinking that may be there is something that i have done but after doing some research on my issue, i noticed that internet is full of this complain about nissan altima 2008 dashboard being melting, cracking and sticky when you touch it. the glare from dashboard is so much that it gets hard to drive in sunny weather. i have stopped to drive my car and the day i run into an accident due to glare, i will call my lawyer right away. the car has 66k miles on it, and i have never seen this problem before on any other car i have ever owned.

Reported in: MCKINNEY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dash has begun melting and the matte finish has become very shiny and cast an extreme glare on the front windshield making it difficult to see in sunny conditions.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

STRUCTURE:BODY

the dash has begun melting and the matte finish has become very shiny and cast an extreme glare on the front windshield making it difficult to see in sunny conditions.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

my 2008 nissan altima dashboard is very sticky and melting. i called nissan and make my first complaint 2 months too late was told. since then the melting and stickiness on the complete top of the dash board is getting worse. inside the car now it�s also smelling like melted tar, which may represent a health issue when breathing it, and with it the intense glare, reflection of the glossy tar on the front window it�s a severe safety hazard when driving, especially when this also could result in airbags being suppressed which could fail to provide adequate protection in the event of an accident. nissan refuses to help replace this defective dash board. last week i called nissan again. this time because the a/c�s evaporator needs to be replaced.i understand the cost of this would be my responsibility to pay, but because this is under the defective dash board, this one would have to be removed in order to replace the evaporator. once removed, the melted dash board, no guarantee could be installed again, i was told by service rep at nissan. a nissan supervisor told me the same as others and suggested for me to call nhtsa and file a complaint, so they would work on a recall for this. my a/c needs to be fixed. i�m in fl where weather conditions and rainy season it�s next to impossible to drive with windows down. i�m aware that a/c repair is my responsibility but i believe it�s unfair to have to pay an additional 2,000 because of nissan�s defective material used on dashboards. this is a known concern since others have had the same issue. if nissan doesn't do right by its consumers and or a recall is issue, there would be many consumers in the future with risks of accidents and/or possible respiratory health issues. a simple search on your page you find many other consumers with same problem. nissan makes it sound like these are isolated issues

Reported in: PEMBROKE PINES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

AIR BAGS

Reported in: PEMBROKE PINES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i purchased my 2008 nissan altima brand new in april of 2008. my vehicle's dashboard is now melting and disintegrating. as a result, there is now a toxic smell in the interior of the car. i am deeply disappointed with nissan's lack of quality with their interior parts. my biggest concern is that the fumes may pose a health hazard long term. nissan should put this item under recall asap! interestingly enough, my sister-in-law had the same identical problem with the dashboard on her 2006 infiniti fx35. however, nissan issued a recall and replaced her entire dashboard! it seems nissan is unwilling to provide the same level of care, concern, conscientiousness and responsibility with their non-luxury brands. i now understand why nissan corporation has always been lagging behind honda and toyota. this is a quality control issue that demonstrates blatant disregard for the consumer. furthermore, nissan corporation's refusal to issue a recall to correct this problem is complacent negligence on their part.

Reported in: SAN JUAN PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

AIR BAGS

the passenger side air bag is not deactivated when my laptop or other packges are resting in the seat. the light does not come on to deactivate the air bags.

Reported in: MCLEANSVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the driver was traveling approximately 40-45 mph when an animal jumped in front of the vehicle and the driver lost control of the vehicle. the driver crashed into a ditch and the air bags failed to deploy. a police report was filed of the incident and there were no injuries. the vehicle was destroyed and towed to an impound lot. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 147,800. updated 9/4/14*cn

Reported in: CRAIN HILL AL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28C

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, a rattling noise emitted from the engine. there was decreased on engine rpms when the accelerator pedal was depressed. the vehicle was taken to a dealer. the technician indicated that the exhaust heat shield needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem who stated that they had trigger an unknown voluntary recall for the issue specified. the failure mileage was unknown.

Reported in: TEMPLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dash is sticky and melting/secreting a substance. substance will not wipe off and causes an extreme glare on the windshield when driving during bright hours of the day. without wearing sunglasses it is almost entirely impossible to see the road clearly during these conditions. i never applied any kind of cleaners/chemicals to it. this is some kind of factory issue.

Reported in: FORT MYERS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i purchased a 2008 nissan altima brand new in 2007, and currently the dashboard is melting. i recently visited my local nissan dealership as i was told to do by nissan consumer affairs for a diagnostics. there the dealership also agreed the dashboard is peeling and melting. i was quoted a total cost of $1860 for parts and labor. i then contacted nissan consumer affairs regarding the matter and they created a case# and said they would get back with me on the issue. a week later they contacted me to say that they will pay for the parts but not the labor because my vehicle is no longer under warranty. i cannot possibly understand why i should be penalized or have to pay for any of this when it is completely not my fault. this is the first i have ever seen of a melting dashboard and i've had two cars prior to this one, one being a 1995 and there were no issues of a melting dashboard. this melting dashboard is also hazardous for me, the child i'm carrying and my two year old son, as it does affect my view while driving when its sunny out, which is pretty much all the time where i live, there is a really bad glare of the dashboard on my windshield. unfortunately this car is my only means of transportation and buying another car is out of the question for me financially.

Reported in: SEBRING FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: SEBRING FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving at 60 mph, there was a glare on the dashboard that reflected to the windshield causing the contacts frontal view to become impaired. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: PORT SAINT LUCIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracking causing the sun to glare from the dashboard to the front windshield, which made it difficult to see. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing however it was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

Reported in: PORT ST. LUCIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the vehicle failed to start when the contact depressed the brake pedal and pushed the ignition button. the vehicle started after thirty minutes. the failure would always occur after the vehicle had been parked for a lengthy period of time. in addition, the contact was informed that the brake light switch was faulty. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 140,000.

Reported in: PRATTVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Reported in: PRATTVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E88N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i've seen a growing complaint about melting dashboard on the 2008 nissan altima . i just wanted to formally file a complaint and it has becoming a nuisance when i'm driving and the sun is on the dashboard. it created a glare and it is difficult to see.

Reported in: SUNRISE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the dashboard of my nissan altima coupe has been melting, this causes some severe glare specially here in sunny south florida, please don't wait until there's a life lost to recall this issue. some citizens can't afford to have this manufactured defect corrected out of pocket. please, please, please correct the issue. thank you very much.

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E28C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my 2008 nissan altima coupe dashboard is melting. it started with a small spot on the dash, i thought it was moister from the air conditioner. a few days later the spot was getting larger. i felt it and it felt like sticky clear glue. now it's getting larger almost all the way across the dash. i took it to the nissan dealership and the guy said he have never seen anything like this. he told me the only thing he can do is order another one for me and that's over $2,000.00. i feel that i should not have to pay for another dashboard, when it's a defect from the manufacturer and it needs to be a recall on this product..

Reported in: ORANGE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24EX8C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dash is melting! it was fine until april 2014 when the weather started getting warmer and the black dash became tacky to the touch. it has now begun melting with shiny/sticky globs all over and makes a horrible glare on the windshield making it hard to see with the glare from the dash. i have tried all sorts of products to see if that would help but nothing does and it is getting worse.

Reported in: SHERMAN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E88C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard on my car is sticky and gooey and reflects sunlight glare that makes it almost impossible to see through when sunny. i am short and have to sit and stop between the glare where there is a small area that doesnt obstruct my vision. i also have cracks around steering wheel and stereo areas and have chunk of the dashboard now revealing the foam underneath. the rest of the car is in mint condition other than the dash. i reported to nissan and they told me to get estimate to get fixed. i still have received no response on what they are doing but the estimate came in at over 2500 and i cant afford to shell out that kind of money. the problem is getting worse and spreading quickly. i just paid off the car in february this year and it began to show signs of glare at that time. the sticky started around november or and i thought it was our fault until i saw a story about the melting dashboards on our local news and the pictures were exactly as my car showed. i am most concerned with the glare as i feel it is a definite safety hazard and it is getting worse. i have tinted windows and have always kept my car in the garage but it hasnt eliminated or slowed the issue.

Reported in: PORT ST LUCIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: IN4AL24E48C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i am so upset because my dashboard is melting and it looks horrible. my dashboard is so sticky and is coming right off and cannot even be touched. it is a safety hazard because the glare from the sun and dashboard makes it very hard to see! i am sad that i paid so much money for my car and it has this problem.

Reported in: HOMESTEAD FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

2008 model year nissan altima coupe - recurring problem with dashboard. dashboard material "melts" when exposed to sunlight or radiant heat from being parked in the sun. the dash material feels oily to the touch and becomes malleable; touching it leaves a permanent impression. the main issue, however, is that the dashboard becomes highly reflective and causes glare, drastically reducing visibility. the vehicle is parked under shade as often as possible and a sun shade is used on the front windshield when there's no shade to park under - practices which have kept up since the car was purchased new in november 2007. the problem has been getting worse over time; becoming increasingly shiny each time it is exposed to sunlight. i'm thankful i haven't been in an accident caused by this issue but am certainly concerned by the reduced visibility. many other complaints about this issue can be found on the nissan infiniti car owners online forum: http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582.html

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E38C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

my 2008 nissan altima 2.5sl's dashboard developed a gooey/sticky substance that i can't seem to get off...almost as if it's melting. the problem is the glare from the sun impacts my view as it projects up at the windshield.

Reported in: DAVIE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melting and exposed an extremely shiny surface that reflected when the sun shone onto the vehicle which was creating a visibility hazard. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who indicated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 64,000.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21EX8N

STRUCTURE

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21EX8N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard is melting and sticky.

Reported in: PALM BEACH GARDENS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was becoming soft causing a strong glaze to be reflected and was restricting the view of the contact. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 40,000.

Reported in: WEST PALM BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my nissan altima 2008 dashboard is melting and has become very shiny. the reflective glare is a hazard during daylight hours and is unsafe.

Reported in: WEST PALM BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E38C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

my dashboard is sticky i had brought it in at 42000 miles weston nissan told me to use alcohol and they never saw anything like that and didn't know what to tell me about it....i went back again at 52000 miles and again said their was nothing they can do ...my vision is at risk it is blinding off the windshield i hit a stop sign in my complex which i could not see because of the blinding sun on my windshield, so now the front of my car has a ding....i have filed complaints nissan has done nothingi have filed complaints with customer service of nissan more than twice....

Reported in: HIALEAH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

when i accelerate the vehicle it starts jerking. issues with the tire light it won't come off and seat belt light. the engine light came on with p0744 code.

Reported in: UPLAND CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dashboard of my car is melting

Reported in: MIAMI GARDENS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the dashboard in my 2008 altima coupe is melting and creates an extremely reflective surface that prevents me from being able to see the road, while driving in sunny condition. the melting/sticky started with a small spot on the dash then the problem got worse and spread over the entire dashboard. the glare caused by the melting dashboard is a definite safety hazard and it is getting worse.

Reported in: WESTWEGO LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E98C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

2008 nissan altima 2.5s dash panel/dashboard is melting. the dash panel soft-touch coating material first turned sticky and eventually disintegrated into a viscous substance. surface finish turned from matte to high gloss. the now reflective dash surface causes a large glare on the windshield and obstructs driver�s visibility.

Reported in: DANIA BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: DANIA BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard is melting and as a result its putting a glare on my windshield which at times makes it very difficult to see.

Reported in: HIALEAH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E88C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard is melting and causing a very nasty shine!!!! it's hard to drive when the sun is out.

Reported in: DECATUR GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

vehicle crashed with only side curtains deploying, no front airbag deployment at all. resulting in occupant's death ..updated 08-28-14 *bf

Reported in: CLINTON NC || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BL21E78N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard is sticky and the glare from the sun reflects onto the windshield and you cannot see properly. only thing you can see is the dashboard reflecting off of the windshield.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard is sticky and the glare from the sun reflects onto the windshield and you cannot see properly. only thing you can see is the dashboard reflecting off of the windshield.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

recently i have been parking in the sun at work and i've noticed that my dashboard has been damaging by the heat of the sun. it's to the point where items stick to the dashboard. i would appreciate if you could help me fix this problem.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E88C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard is melting causing a glare that is a danger in seeing properly.

Reported in: SANTA FE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E68C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dashboard is melting and creates a glare on my windshield and it's difficult to see out of. it could cause a severe accident.

Reported in: APOLLO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

my dashboard is melting and creates a glare on my windshield and it's difficult to see out of. it could cause a severe accident.

Reported in: APOLLO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

i parked my 2008 nissan altima 3.5 se in front of my house took groceries intot the house i return to the car and it would not start. the key symbol was on. i can without pressing the brake change modes just wont start.

Reported in: COLLEGE PARK GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E08N

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Reported in: COLLEGE PARK GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E08N

STEERING

Reported in: COLLEGE PARK GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL21E08N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard is sticky and melting. can't clean it. glare on the windshield affects safe driving

Reported in: CLEARWATER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard is sticky and melting. can't clean it. glare on the windshield affects safe driving

Reported in: CLEARWATER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

STRUCTURE:BODY

dashboard is sticky and melting. can't clean it. glare on the windshield affects safe driving

Reported in: CLEARWATER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98N

STRUCTURE:BODY

the dashboard on my nissan altima is melting. the material has become very shiny and sticky creating a horrible glare on my windshield and i cannot see while i am driving. it is very dangerous and i was told by nissan the melting material is emitting fumes. the windshield also has a constant film on it from the melting material, which combined with the glare is hazardous.

Reported in: WESLEY CHAPEL FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Reported in: WESLEY CHAPEL FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard has a big glare to it that causes difficulty viewing the road. it gets worse during the day but still causes problems at night. i am afraid i will not be able to react in am accident if i can't see.

Reported in: NEW PORT RICHEY FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my 2008 nissan altima coupe has a melting dashboard. the dash is melting so bad that it is causing an extremely bad glare on my windshield and i can't see brake lights of cars ahead of me or even a car if it's small.

Reported in: AUBURNDALE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard first started getting sticky and then it started progressing really fast with the all over melting and sinking in. the glare was so bad that i first put a towel on it till it was stuck and i had a hard time removing it after i got a dashboard cover. now i can see cracks all the way down to the air conditioning vents and the side by the radio. the smell is absolutely disgusting. i'm really embarrassed about anyone riding in my car ever though it looks really good on the outside. i'm hoping the car manufacture gets enough complaints that they will do something about it. i know i will never buy a nissan again and when you are comparing the price of a new car compared to what repairing the problem would be. it would make more sense to go ahead an fix the problem for the owners of the car..

Reported in: VALRICO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe is melting away cause of the sun. i have read blogs online saying im not the only one with this problem. it makes it very difficult to drive during the day because of the reflective glare on the windshield. im afraid it make cause an accident. i limit driving during the day because of this issue. please help!!!

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E08C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the dashboard on my nissan is melting, which causes severe glare on windshield making it hard to see the roadway while driving.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

vehicle dash melting. this makes visibility very limited. glare is strong. sticky, shiny and dangerous.

Reported in: BRADENTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

vehicle dash melting. this makes visibility very limited. glare is strong. sticky, shiny and dangerous.

Reported in: BRADENTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i saw on the news that there might be a recall on melted dashboards for toyota and nissan vehicles, so i decided to file a claim. the dashboard in my car started to melt a month after i purchased it, which was a year ago.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

STRUCTURE:BODY

regarding 2008 nissan altima: the air conditioning evaporator drain hose is poorly engineered leading to water draining back into the vehicle as opposed to outside of the vehicle. the water will pool in the back seat passenger side and continue to collect water until it moves forward toward the front seat passenger side. without correcting this defect the water will lead to mold/fungus growth, rotted carpet, rusted floor wells, and potentially electrical damage as there is a main electrical wire that runs along the passenger side floor that parallels the evaporator drain hose.

Reported in: SELINSGROVE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: SELINSGROVE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: SELINSGROVE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E48N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

sections of my dashboard are melting. this condition makes visibility very difficult due to the glare off of the melted dashboard on sunny days.

Reported in: POOLER GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E58N

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2008 nissan altima and i have had to have 2 transmissions in my car. i had to replace at 63000 miles and now i need another transmission at 149000. this 2nd transmission has only about 85000 . nissan won't own up to their problem with transmission. i am not replacing again for a 3rd transmission in my car.

Reported in: SHELTON WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E78N

STEERING

i parked my 2008 nissan altima 3.5se at my door took groceries inside and went back to park my car,and it would not start i could go thru the different modes of the push button start but the car would not start. i get it towed to nissan and the tell me my electronic steering column lock has gone bad they also tell me they have a recall on the same part on the 2009 models. price tag to fix the e.s.c.l $800 this is so unfair i believe the 08 models altima should be added to the already ineffect recall for the same exact part

Reported in: COLLEGE PARK GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: COLLEGE PARK GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard started melting soon after we purchashed the vehicle. it has gotten progressively worse as time goes on. it is a safety issue due to the glare it causes as the sun shining in. it has gotten so sticky that you can't even put a windshield cover up to try to protect the dash. even with the windsheild protector the dash was still melting.

Reported in: LAKEWOOD RANCH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BL24E18C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dashboard appears to be melting. it is very sticky to the touch and creating a glare in the windshield. i tried wiping it down with a damp cloth but it remains very sticky and the glare remains making it hard to see in the sun. i'm concerned about the safety of driving on sunny days with the glare.

Reported in: GULF SHORES AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E28C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard is melting away. the melting dashboard creates a terrible glare and at times makes it difficult to drive. not sure why it is melting except that it appears to be a defect and the glare causes a safety issue while driving.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E18N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the front dashboard is melting. there is a puddle of melted material that reflects light into the drivers eyes effecting the drivers vision. the company refuses repair the problem stating the car is out of warranty. believe the material used in the dashboard is defective and should be replaced beyond warranty dates and mileage.

Reported in: TAMARAC FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21EX8N

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while parked, the front driver side tire deflated and the tire pressure warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the valve stem was replaced. additionally, the mechanic advised that the tire pressure monitor system needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 09v393000 (tires). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was unknown.

Reported in: ROSEMONT IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E28N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard is satrting to melt around the a/c vents and is sticky to the touch.

Reported in: BETHLEHEM GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E38C

VISIBILITY/WIPER

dashboard is satrting to melt around the a/c vents and is sticky to the touch.

Reported in: BETHLEHEM GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E38C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph on a hill, the vehicle made an abnormal noise and suddenly decelerated to 40 mph without warning. the contact turned the vehicle off and after fifteen minutes it restarted resuming normal function. the failure recurred ten times, all while driving on hills. the vehicle was taken to a dealer. the technician diagnosed that the performance was reduced due to the cvt fluid temperature. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 88, 408.

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E68N

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my dashboard started melting about 2 years ago. it is getting worse and causes a terrible glare on my windshield.

Reported in: BONITA SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E88C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard of my car appears to be melting. it is extremely sticky and cannot be cleaned. the glare sometimes is unbearable. i thought i was the only one with this problem but apparently, i'm not. i feel this should be recalled and repaired.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dashboard is melting!!!!! it is making the dashboard very shiny and it is so hard to see from the glare! i have had several "almost accidents" from not being able to see. clearly this is a default in the material of the dash. i see several others are having the same problem! this needs to be recalled before someone is killed from this stupid default!

Reported in: FORT MYERS FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard is basically melting. it begins as just sticky, however it is really slowly melting and breaking down. it creates a bad glare when you are driving and it's really a safety issue. it should be replaced by nissan.

Reported in: WINTER GARDEN FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

tl-the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that after the vehicle was brought to an independent mechanic for repair, it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter failed, and caused the engine to need to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 95,000

Reported in: PADUCAH KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E08N

VISIBILITY/WIPER

the dashboard started melting about 2 years ago. first it was sticky, and now it is has melted to the point that it has become shiny and puts a glare on over half of the windshield. the glare is so intense that the driver cannot see what is in the path of the car. the melting is also releasing something into the car that is causing a residue on all of the windows that is difficult to remove. the residue also creates a glare when the sun is low in sky that decreases visibility. i drive through metro areas and it is often difficult the see pedestrians due to the glare caused by the melting dashboard. this creating a serious safety issue not only for the passengers in the car, but also for others on the road and pedestrians.

Reported in: ST PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: ST PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL24E18C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the dashboard is melting on my 2008 nissan altima. i know first reports were back in 2009 and nothings been done about these dashboards. the dealerships (yes more then one) claim they are helping but i doubt it, if people are still complaining about it today in 2014 means nothings been done to help out the consumers. melting dashboards can cause the airbags too go off when it gets to close, or even electrical issues since there's tons of wiring in the dash and also it puts out a huge glare on the windshield on sunny days meaning it can be really hard to see the road. i'm surprised there hasn't been a recall out yet on this since it is a safety issue now. something has to be done it's a manufacture defect so those dealerships should take charge of there consumers cars and help us/them out with this situation. or are they not concern for our safety? if so that's a huge no-no, could get a lot of dealerships in trouble and lose business that way, so please do something about this. no one wants to pay 1500$+ for a new dash when the manufacturer is at fault here. thank you for the time.

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AL21E98C

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