2008 Nissan Altima Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 93about this part
- Share
- 9%of 1,031 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 41,667miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 93 complaints about the brakes of the 2008 Nissan Altima, 9% of the 1,031 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 41,667 miles. 9 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Purchased 2008 Nissan Altima on march 6, 2021 from the car house in butler, nj. Since the moment I drove off the lot, multiple lights turned on which turned out to be alternator and multiple 02 sensors. The next day I had a garage do an inspection and it turned out the car needed a rear control arm, shocks, brakes and rotors in additon to the lights. The dealer said that I had a 90 day warranty but when I called the company they had no record of the contract. …”
NHTSA complaint #11404707, filed 2021-03, 177,000 miles“Brakes felt as if the emergency brake was on all the time and vehicle would only go in first gear and if I let off the gas the car would come to a halt. Car was towed to dealer for master cylinder changeout. Nissan claims my vehicle id was not a part of a known service bulletin for this vehicle 2007-2012. I think this matter warrants further looking into as my son is the primary driver”
NHTSA complaint #10907001, filed 2016-09, 91,000 miles“I was driving home from work, and suddenly the ABS vdc and slip illuminated. Then I almost got rear ended. That guy told me that my braking light is not working. Luckily I was inside military base and people were alert. It happened on the street while I was driving.”
NHTSA complaint #10851812, filed 2016-03, 91,000 miles“The brake light started flashing intermittently even though the hand-brake wasn't on and there was no noticeable problem during braking. The dealer said there was a leak in the brake booster and that I would have to have it replaced. It was not covered under warranty. I reluctantly agreed to pay the $560 for the replacement because the dealer said it was never a good idea to take risks with your brakes.”
NHTSA complaint #10444759, filed 2012-01, 58,000 miles“My brake light on the dashboard lights on and off. I had less than 25k miles on my car. I am reporting this because I have read of numerous complaints re this on the internet but no known recall by Nissan. Apparently this is a known issue and brake fluid is leaking.”
NHTSA complaint #10510761, filed 2013-05, 20,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10233896Mar 8, 2023ABS/VDC CAN DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10119249Aug 21, 2017NISSAN; DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES and CLAIMS INFORMATION sections have been revised. No…
- 10192638Sep 15, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS…
- 10192597Jul 6, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor…
- 10192217Jul 23, 2013If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and…
- 10192216Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
- 10051828Mar 7, 2013Brake master cylinder. Brake system will be inspected to confirm that no brake fluid leak is present. Resevoir will be topped off if no leak is present. If there is a leak in the…
- 10043328Jan 23, 2013Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. Some model year vehicles may be experiencing leakage in brake master cylinder which may cause brake warning light to be…
- 10046601Sep 25, 2012Nissan: bulletin regarding diagnosis of abs/vdc wheel speed sensor. Model 2007-2013 nissan.
- 10043549Mar 8, 2012Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. Brake system check to see if there is fluid leaking or if the brake master cylinder is leaking.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 14% |
| 2024 | 5 | 12% |
| 2023 | 4 | 13% |
| 2022 | 5 | 16% |
| 2021 | 21 | 30% |
| 2020 | 18 | 10% |
| 2019 | 30 | 13% |
| 2018 | 49 | 22% |
| 2017 | 19 | 5% |
| 2016 | 11 | 2% |
| 2015 | 26 | 3% |
| 2014 | 28 | 3% |
| 2013 | 58 | 3% |
| 2012 | 20 | 5% |
| 2011 | 12 | 5% |
| 2010 | 32 | 8% |
| 2009 | 47 | 3% |
| 2008 | 93 | 9% |
| 2007 | 70 | 15% |
| 2006 | 26 | 3% |
| 2005 | 37 | 3% |
| 2004 | 10 | 4% |
| 2003 | 12 | 1% |
| 2002 | 29 | 3% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 12 | 8% |
| 1999 | 15 | 17% |
| 1998 | 14 | 11% |
| 1997 | 9 | 8% |
| 1996 | 5 | 5% |
| 1995 | 10 | 6% |
| 1994 | 4 | 4% |
| 1993 | 6 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2008 Nissan Altima
312 complaintsOther or unknown
201 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
188 complaintsAir bags
142 complaintsElectrical system
90 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
80 complaintsEngine
54 complaintsSteering
37 complaintsVehicle speed control
35 complaintsSeats
24 complaintsEngine cooling
21 complaintsFuel system
21 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Nissan Altima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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