2008 Nissan Altima Structure Problems
- 203
- 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 203 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- dashboard melting · 48 records
- glare windshield · 22 records
- melting causing · 12 records
- dashboard melted · 11 records
- melting dashboard · 11 records
- safety issue · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 60 |
| 30–60k mi | 39 |
| 1–30k mi | 18 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Structure
MELTING DASHBOARD. *TR
ODI 10593712
Structure
The dashboard is melting. The melting dashboard causes a reflection on the windshield and it is hard to see in bright light. *tr
ODI 10578396
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. *tr
ODI 10553645
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
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…
ODI 10490156
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
Structure
My dashboard started melting about 2 years ago. It is getting worse and causes a terrible glare on my windshield. *tr
ODI 10630709
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
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. *tr
ODI 10555837
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…
ODI 10548517
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
ODI 10541913
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
Structure
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. *tr
ODI 10622324
Structure
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. *js
ODI 10617065
Structure
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…
ODI 10593535
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
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
ODI 10537411
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
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…
ODI 10598623
Structure
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…
ODI 10595841
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
Structure
The dashboard seems to be melting and cracking throughout. *tr
ODI 10586373
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. *tr
ODI 10546667
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