Model year guide

2008 Nissan Altima

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Nissan Altima is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 267 on record.

2008 Nissan Altima at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints1,028
Combined24 mpg
Typical price$6,967

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2008 Nissan Altima recalls 4

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #08V363000 · 31/07/2008

NISSAN IS RECALLING 1,018 MY 2008 ALTIMA VEHICLES. THE LEFT SIDE FRONT SUSPENSION TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE BOLT TO BECOME LOOSE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN.

Fix: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT TO SPECIFICATION FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #08V521000 · 07/10/2008

NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS' OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNITS. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF …

Fix: DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY …

Equipment:electrical:navigational System(global Positioning System) NHTSA Campaign #10V401000 · 10/09/2010

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.

Fix: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Electrical System:ignition:module NHTSA Campaign #07V599000 · 28/12/2007

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD THE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) REPLACED DURING SERVICE AT A DEALERSHIP, THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) MAY HAVE BEEN INADVERTENTLY DEACTIVATED DUE TO AN ISSUE WITH THE DEALER SERVICE SOFTWARE. IF THE TPMS IS TURNED OFF, IT WOULD NOT ALERT THE DRIVER TO A DECREASE IN THE TIRE PRESSURE AS DESIGNED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL CHECK THE TPMS FUNCTION AND REACTIVATE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2008 Nissan Altima common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 1,028 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

2008 Nissan Altima safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Nissan Altima 2-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2008 Nissan Altima MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,900

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2008 Nissan Altima worth?

Low
$4,200
Typical price
$6,967
High
$9,500

From 264 comparable 2008 Nissan Altima listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Nissan Altima costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,800
Total$19,300
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($6,967) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,190), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2008 Nissan Altima trims & engines on record

Trims
2.5 S · 3.5 SE · 3.5 SL
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl 170 hp · 3.5L 6-cyl · 2.5L

2008 Nissan Altima vehicles on record

2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL24E18C238453 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL24E78C257525 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E08C190948 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL24E28C253494 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E58C163728 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E88C151458 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL21E58N462807 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24EX8C106831 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E18C201925 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL1N4BL21E78N480502 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E48C155538 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL24E98C259177 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL24E98C133465 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E68C103053 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E78C115275 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL24E18C291833 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL24E18C135257 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL24E88C188652 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E68C110827 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E28C198372 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL21E68N409095 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E68C101416 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL1N4BL21E88N527150 2008 Nissan Altima 2008 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL24E38C105892

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2008 Nissan Altima — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Nissan Altima have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2008 Nissan Altima. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Nissan Altima?

Based on 1,028 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, suspension, engine.

What is the 2008 Nissan Altima safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 Nissan Altima crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2008 Nissan Altima get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Nissan Altima at about 24 mpg combined (21 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2008 Nissan Altima worth?

Comparable 2008 Nissan Altima listings run roughly $4,200–$9,500, typically around $6,967 (from 264 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.