2008 Nissan Altima Visibility/Wiper Problems
- 150
- 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 150 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- dashboard melting · 42 records
- glare windshield · 34 records
- safety issue · 14 records
- melting dashboard · 12 records
- very difficult · 11 records
- melting causing · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 43 |
| 30–60k mi | 28 |
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Unknown Or Other · Visibility/Wiper
The nissan altima dashboard is melting, warping, cracking, and peeling as a result of damage from the southern california sun. From reading, the materials used to manufacture the dashboard were not made for extreme heat and weather conditions, thus causing glare and visibility issues as well as funes from melting plastics. This problem was also evident amongst consumers living in florida and nissan has agreed to…
ODI 10966613
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.
ODI 10561247
Body · Visibility/Wiper
My 2008 nissan altima dash has been melting for the past 3-4 years and is now causing an inability to see while driving. There is a large reflection on the windshield during daytime driving making it very difficult to see objects and other cars in front of me. The corporate office at nissan offered 1/2 off the price, but i believe this should be a recall due to the dangers that it's causing for many drivers.
ODI 10913977
Exterior Lighting · Structure · 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. *tr
ODI 10551545
Structure · Visibility/Wiper
My 2008 nissan altima dash is melting. It is impossible to see when facing the sun and a safety hazard. Nissan needs to recall this item. *tr
ODI 10673092
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…
ODI 10549322
Structure · Visibility/Wiper
Dashboard surface has degraded gradually.causing a mirror effect from the sticky surface. It is extremely difficult to see due to the glare from the dash surface at times creating a very dangerous condition. I know of many others in south florida that have the same condition. *tr
ODI 10651893
Structure · 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. *tr
ODI 10618332
Structure · 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. *tr
ODI 10618803
Body · Visibility/Wiper
Dashboard is sticky and melting. Can't clean it. Glare on the windshield affects safe driving. *tr
ODI 10621896
Structure · 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. *tr
ODI 10620726
Structure · 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…
ODI 10632033
Structure · 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…
ODI 10594152
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…
ODI 10531820
Structure · 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,…
ODI 10562838
Structure · Visibility/Wiper
Nearly 1/3 of the dashboard has melted, leaving a sticky residue that causes extreme and sudden reflection of sunlight, including during high speed driving. This is not cosmetic - it is simply a safety issue. My mechanic, with more than 20 years experience, has stated that he has never seen a vehicle (even old vehicles) with melting as extensive. Please address this before it causes a major accident. *tr
ODI 10682598
Structure · 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. *tr
ODI 10564571
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.
ODI 10615380
Structure · Visibility/Wiper
Dashboard is melting. Glare makes it almost impossible to see . Safety hazard. *tr
ODI 10644512
Structure · Visibility/Wiper
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…
ODI 10564874
Structure · Visibility/Wiper
I bought a 2008 nissan altima in florida. I first started to notice my dashboard had a sticky residue in july 2011. It has been progressively worse everyday. I have also begin to notice my dashboard is also cracking. I know this is not an isolated issue. The visibility has become a safety concern. There are times where i can't even see the road due to the glare. This issue needs to looked at if not recalled. *tr
ODI 10668891
Structure · 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. *tr
ODI 10630040
Structure · Visibility/Wiper
After about 3 years the dash started melting. It gets worse each year. The matte finish on the dash is now a sticky, shiny mess that shines a bad glare on windshield in sunlight and under street lights. It is difficult to see when the light hits it at the right (wrong) angle. Several other people have complained about this same issue for this same year/make/model. 2008 nissan altima coupe. Nissan will not fix the…
ODI 10649193
Visibility/Wiper
Dashboard meltdown - causing dangerous glare when driving nissan states not apart of recall? ?
ODI 10716466
Body · Visibility/Wiper
My 2008 nissan altima dash board is melting. I live in miami fl. And brought my 2008 altima new from a local dealer. Around 2010, i started to notice the deterioration of the dash board. I thought the problem was related to a cleaning product. However, based on my recent research over the internet and personal observation of other 2008 altima's own by others, the melting dash board is a pervasive problem. This…
ODI 10670352
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