2008 Nissan Sentra Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Nissan Sentra. Part of Generation 6 — 2007–2012.

20072009
Complaints
233
per 10K Sold
23.4
US Sales
99,797
Crashes
31
Fires
7
Injuries
27
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2008 Nissan Sentra Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#153 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:101,795 mi
Crash-related:11
#215 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:184,980 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#315 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:94,414 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Nissan Sentra.

Airbags
53
complaints
Crashes
11
Fires
—
Avg Miles
101,795
Engine Problems
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
184,980
Transmission / Drivetrain
15
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
94,414
Steering Defects
15
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
47,861
Unintended Acceleration
13
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
43,492
Electrical Faults
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
86,260
Hydraulic Brakes
11
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
20,936
Wheel Issues
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
69,134
Suspension:Rear
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
21,168
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
88,500
Tire Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
8,019
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
17,664
Engine & Cooling
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
37,631
Seat-Related Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
44,400
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
64,014
Automatic Transmission
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brake Master Cylinder
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2008 Nissan Sentra

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~7,948 vehicles.

10V401000Equipment:electrical:navigational System(global Positioning System)
~7,948 affected

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.

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2008 Nissan Sentra — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2008 Nissan Sentra reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2008 Nissan Sentra has 233 NHTSA complaints, 31 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Airbags with 53 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2008 Nissan Sentra?
Top reported problems: Airbags (53 complaints, avg 101,795 mi); Engine Problems (15 complaints, avg 184,980 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (15 complaints, avg 94,414 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Nissan Sentra?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 77,578 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2008 Nissan Sentra?
NHTSA complaints for the 2008 Nissan Sentra include 31 crash-related reports, 7 fire reports, 27 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2008 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 7,948 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2008 Nissan Sentra?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Sentra reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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