2008 Nissan Altima Unknown Or Other Problems
- 154
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 154 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- dashboard melting · 37 records
- glare windshield · 12 records
- melting dashboard · 12 records
- dash board · 11 records
- dash melting · 10 records
- melting cracking · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 33 |
| 100–150k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 13 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other
My 2008 nissan altima coupe has a melting dashboard. It has become incredibly sticky and is not able to be cleaned because of this. The "sheen" that is on the dashboard now causes a horrific reflection on the windshield reducing visibility drastically and causing a hazard while driving. Contact with nissan has been completed and no action is being taken at this time. There are numerous reports of other owners having…
ODI 10823723
Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
The dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima coupe is giving off a strong chemical smell, is very sticky to the touch, and is so shiny that it generates an intense glare on the windshield when in direct sunlight. The windshield glare is a huge safety hazard that is only getting worse -- it used to be that i could get by with wearing sunglasses but now the glare is so intense that even with polarized sunglasses on, i have…
ODI 10717144
Power Train · Unknown Or Other
As i was driving home on the interstate my 2008 nissan altima transmission made a loud noise and lost drive, i had to swerve to avoid getting run over by a 18 wheeler . I just made to the right shoulder . I was right next to an exit, the motor would rev but the car would not go more the 5 mph. Nissan says my car is not covered under warranty i had to pay 3000.00 to have the transmission replaced.
ODI 10715508
Unknown Or Other
The dashboard has a defect from glue surfacing to top and causing glare and sticky, shiny that reflects on window a hazard while driving. Nissan will not pay and not a recall. This really sad mistake and no one will take responsibility. Please look into this.
ODI 10870682
Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
Dashboard has begun to melt, leaving a sticky residue that is highly reflective. In direct sunlight, it will reflect onto windshield causing reduced visibility. Residue will not wipe off. Attracts loose fibers, dirt, and debris. Inner dashboard toward airbag and steering wheel is also pitting due to a tacky texture from melting....updated 07/13/16 *bf
ODI 10731402
Unknown Or Other
Dashboard has outlining lines around the defroster that are tacky other spots on the dash also what gases are being released from this melting dashboard is it harmful i contacted nissan they are not helpful sorry it's out of warranty i noticed the damage about a year ago spring of 2015 it is growing slowly on my dash
ODI 10913628
Unknown Or Other
I purchased a 2008 nissan altima in march 2015 and shortly after that i noticed the dashboard appeared to be melting.
ODI 10872209
Unknown Or Other
DASH MELTING AND CRACKING
ODI 10846491
Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
I bought a 2008 nissan altman coupe , in october 2014. My dashboard has started to melt in several areas. Not only is there a glare on the windshield caused by the dashboard, but my car has started to smell like burning rubber when i try and use my de frost. My car is kept in the garage, and i live in illinois.
ODI 10861066
Unknown Or Other
Melting dashboard that causes glare in the windshield and makes it unsafe to see and drive.
ODI 10852987
Unknown Or Other
I own a 2008 nissan altima coupe and have a problem with my dashboard melting. The stickiness or shine from the tacky dashboard creates a bad glare when driving in sunlight and at times can be blinding. Quite frankly, driving my car when it's sunny is a safety hazard. I tried bringing my car in to nissan and showing them my dash, but basically was told that they could not do anything. My only option was to replace…
ODI 10849886
Unknown Or Other
I have a melting dashboard. There is a glare that radiates from the shine of the melting area that presents a visibility problem. I already had an accident because of this, on 10/17/2014, and the issue is ongoing . Now there is even more glare . I contacted nissan. They offered only to pay half for replacement. That came out to over 1000.00 which is totally not right. This is a defect.
Crash reported
ODI 10789640
Unknown Or Other
I am the owner of a 2008 nissan altima with a melting dashboard!! It is sticky to touch and creates an unsafe glare when driving which has become a safety hazard. I have contacted nissan on numerous occasions and i've been told that there were no other complaints on the dashboard melting therefore, they would not agree to fix it nor would they issue a recall to prevent what could eventually be a fatal accident due…
ODI 10721197
Unknown Or Other
I live in georgia, and my dashboard is melting. I cannot drive without placing a black towel over the dash to dampen the reflection of the sun. The dash has a clear, gooey, sticky, lacquer-looking, film that shines so brightly that it obstructs my vision. Please note that its a hazard to drive this vehicle because there is constant possibility of not being able to see a pedestrian or other vehicles in my line of…
ODI 10765324
Unknown Or Other
Dash has melted causing sticky mess and glare causing lack of visibility while driving which could result in an accident. Contacted nissan several times they were no help and said they would not help with cost of replacing dash. *tr
ODI 10649948
Unknown Or Other
2008 nissan altima coupe has melting sticky dashboard that is shiny and reflects the sun and distorts vision. This is a safety issue and deserves a safety bulletin issues to repair. Car operates in central florida. I tried to sell it and was told $2000 would be deducted from the offer due to cost of repair of defective dashboard.
ODI 10821173
Unknown Or Other
Dashboard has melted to the point of being bare in some places. Over 40% of the dash is covered with a glossy substance making it extremely difficult to see through the windshield when the sun is overhead. Numerous times i have almost ran over a pedestrian due to this low visibility issue. *tr
ODI 10650114
Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
The material on the dash is melting, and there are chunks breaking off, greatly affecting the value of my vehicle. This also causes a reflection on the windshield. There is a glare in the direct line of my vision and when driving into the sun it is very difficult to see. I have heard other makes of this same year have had similar problems, and had manufacture recall. Hopefully nissan will follow suit. Soon.
ODI 10795256
Unknown Or Other
My 2008 nissan ultima dash board is melting. The visibility is diminished in the sunlight while driving. This is dangerous. It causes a harsh glare and makes it very difficult to seewhile driving in the day time. The dash board is very sticky and shiney. This needs to be recalled for drivers safety immediately.
ODI 10789372
Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
The dashboard on my 2008 altima has been melting for the past year and is causing a large area of glare on the windshield. When i brought it up to the dealership last year, they told me i had used a chemical on the dashboard, that it needed to be cleaned off, and there is nothing they will do to fix it. They did not address the stickiness, either. This issue of a melting dash is dangerous, as it causes decreased…
ODI 10735590
Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
Dashboard melted and causes a severe glare on the front windshield. This glare limits viability and is dangerous when driving.
ODI 10778196
Unknown Or Other
Dashboard is melting with extreme glare off of it. Sticky to touch. Sometimes hard to see with glare. Since first noticing it, it has now covered almost 1/2 the dashboard.
ODI 10725401
Unknown Or Other
My dashboard has been melting for about two years and i cannot get nissan to replace. I was told i need to pay to replace it for $1800.00. I feel this is faulty equipment and nissan should stand behind their product and do the replacement. I live in tx and the glare it cause is very very dangerous when the sun is out and the sun is always out.
ODI 10916258
Unknown Or Other
The dash in the car is melting and creating a very bad glare when driving. It is very difficult to see and very dangerous.
ODI 10859871
Unknown Or Other
Dashboard is melting,getting sticky and shiny and causing a very dangerous glare on the windshield.
ODI 10840004