2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 16
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 16 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
5 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid. The contact stated that the brakes failed when applied, causing the contact to crash into a wall and another vehicle. The police were not contacted and there were no injuries.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-07
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Vehicle speed control
3 of 16 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid. The contact stated was stopped at a traffic stop with the brakes applied when the vehicle abnormally accelerated and crashed into another vehicle. There were no injuries.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-09-14
Engine
3 of 16 total reports mention: engine.
Electrical system
3 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle could only be started sporadically. The failure progressed until the vehicle could no longer be started. The dealer was notified but no assistance was offered.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-15
Visibility
1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing power window devices and controls.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2008-11-04Air bags, electrical system08V521000 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…
Remedy: 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…
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08V521000 · Air bags, electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.