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2008 Nissan Altima: Quick Overview
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2008 Nissan Altima Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2008 |
| Make | Nissan |
| Model | Altima |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Coupe |
| Category | Compact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | United States |
| Manufacturing City | SMYRNA |
Dimensions
| Doors | 2-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | VQ35DE |
| Engine Size | 3.5L |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Transmission Type | Automatic |
| Transmission Speeds | - |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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What Problems Does the 2008 Nissan Altima Have?
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How long will the 2008 Nissan Altima last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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2008 Nissan Altima Prices and Market Value
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2008 Nissan Altima Cost of Ownership
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2008 Nissan Altima Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
26 gallons
City Mileage
23 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage
32 miles/gallon
2008 Nissan Altima Safety Rating
NHTSA
2008 Nissan Altima Recalls & Defects
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System)
Recall date
2010-09-10
Recall no.
10v401000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
Overheated Batteries Could Result IN A Fire.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Electrical System:ignition:module
Recall date
2007-12-28
Recall no.
07v599000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
Driving ON Under-Inflated Tires IS Unsafe and Could Result IN A Crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Nissan Recall NO. P7267.customers MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
AIR Bags
Recall date
2008-10-07
Recall no.
08v521000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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 Specification. Under Certain Conditions, This Could Cause AN Interruption OF Signal Between THE OCS and THE AIR BAG Control Unit (Acu).
Consequence
This Could Result IN THE Passenger AIR BAG Being Suppressed Which Could Fail TO Provide Adequate Protection IN THE Event OF A Crash.
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 Replaced With A NEW ONE Manufactured TO Specification. THE Recall Began ON November 4, 2008. Owners MAY Contact Nissan AT 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti AT 1-800-662-6200.
Notes
Customers MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
Electrical System:software
Recall date
2008-10-07
Recall no.
08v521000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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 Specification. Under Certain Conditions, This Could Cause AN Interruption OF Signal Between THE OCS and THE AIR BAG Control Unit (Acu).
Consequence
This Could Result IN THE Passenger AIR BAG Being Suppressed Which Could Fail TO Provide Adequate Protection IN THE Event OF A Crash.
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 Replaced With A NEW ONE Manufactured TO Specification. THE Recall Began ON November 4, 2008. Owners MAY Contact Nissan AT 1-800-647-7261 or Infiniti AT 1-800-662-6200.
Notes
Customers MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
Suspension
Recall date
2008-07-31
Recall no.
08v363000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
IF THE Bolt Were TO Come Out, THE Driver MAY Experience Difficulty Controlling THE Direction OF THE Vehicle Which Could Result IN A Crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Customers MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
2008 Nissan Altima Insurance
Insurance for a 2008 Nissan Altima is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Coupe with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2008 Nissan Altima Compare to Other Coupe?
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Final Verdict: Is the 2008 Nissan Altima a Good Coupe?
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Eugene is an automotive enthusiast with over 15 years of experience in the used car market. As a writer at VINCheck.info, he brings deep industry insight and a passion for cars, helping readers make smart, informed decisions. Eugene has written hundreds of used car reviews and is known for breaking down complex automotive topics into clear, actionable advice. Over the years, he has driven and worked on a wide range of vehicles—starting with tuning street cars in his early days and eventually focusing on performance upgrades and reliability improvements. Today, he specializes in evaluating used vehicles through the lens of real-world ownership and enthusiast needs. A longtime fan of Porsche, Eugene especially appreciates vehicles that blend durability with driving enjoyment.