2008 Nissan Altima Engine Problems
- 44
- 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 44 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 4 indicate fire
What owners report
- exhaust manifold · 7 records
- extended warranty · 4 records
- taken independent · 4 records
- independent mechanic · 4 records
- needed replaced · 4 records
- replaced repaired · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 100–150k mi | 15 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
I went to accelerate and car, i guess you could say it just gave out. It was still running but as i hit gas it would not go any faster. The car immediately started running very rough so i pulled over and turned engine off. I took it to a nissan dealership for diagnosis, and was told i need whole new motor due to the fact the camshaft broke. Now this is a part i am being told that should not break and it must be a…
ODI 10668053
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
My vehicle's transmission failed after only 90,000 miles. Nissan replaced the transmission for free under their extended cvt warranty program, however, less than a year later, the check engine light came on while making a long distance trip on the interstate. According to nissan the cvt fluid required for the cvt transmission can become glue like and gunk up at high speeds or in hot weather, causing the engine to…
ODI 10747092
Engine
While my husband and children were driving through ely, nv on their way to the lake, 300+ miles from home the car began to smoke. Upon pulling the release to pop the hood, the car burst into flames. My family escaped the vehicle injury free. My car is now a pile of melted metal. Someone please explain to me how this happens? And who is responsible? I had a year left to pay on this vehicle and barely 120,000 miles.…
Fire reported
ODI 10643612
Engine · Exterior Lighting · Steering
I parked my 2008 nissan altima 3.5 se in front of my house took groceries into 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. *tr
ODI 10621865
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…
ODI 10609576
Electrical System · Engine · 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…
ODI 10583853
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Upon driving the vehicle there was a strong smell of gasoline inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle started smoking while driving immediately the car ran hot. Had the car towed to nearest dealer that then informed that the exhaust manifold/catalyst converter had failed and was leaking. Which they informed me was very dangerous but they where not responsible for repairs which led to cracked heads on the motor…
ODI 10682360
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…
ODI 10556071
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…
ODI 10552899
Body · Engine · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
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…
Crash reported
ODI 10546536
Engine · Service Brakes · Suspension
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…
ODI 10543645
Engine · 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
ODI 10492125
Engine
Went in for an oil change at mossy nissan, kearny mesa, ca. Was informed the headgasket(s) were leaking coolant. Not covered under warranty although mechanic informed me the leak(s) were a common and pre-existing condition. He went on to explain that nissan used the incorrect head gaskets for this model of 3.5 v6 (front wheel drive vq35hr to be specific). Once nissan realized their mistake, all subsequent engines…
ODI 10726905
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
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…
ODI 10478670
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
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…
ODI 10474019
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
ODI 10476676
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,…
ODI 10465365
Electrical System · Engine
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…
ODI 10465121
Electrical System · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
As i got off the interstate (driving 60 mph) then reduced my speed to 20 when i tried to accelerate it wouldn't go!! It would not accelerate and my rpm would climb up to 4 or 5! I had to drive all the way back home on interstate driving 20 mpg!!! It's happened only when i travel long distances!! I am highly dissatisfied with the altima! Everyone i encountered about the 2006-2008 altima regrets getting one. *tr
ODI 10654744