2008 NISSAN Altima

Dear Sir,

I am sure you are receiving hundreds of stories regarding the above mentioned issues. I am sending this for your records so you can add my case to it.

I contacted Nissan years ago with this problem, submitted my concerns regarding how hazardous the glare is and created a case # with them with no help at all.

Recently I just heard of Channel 5 News here in Nashville doing a story on this very issue. I wanted these pictures on record with someone of your magnitude. I have attached two (2) pictures, the first one is the visibility of several vehicles in sight and the next one is with the glare, you see no vehicles. How dangerous is that!?!

Thank you for taking a moment to read this, tuck it away and I pray Nissan will eventually do something before any fatalities are documented due to this issue.

Sincerely,

Melting dashboard- shiny- blinding- sticky. Cant use a sunscreen to decrease its occurrence because the screen sticks so badly to the dash and has to be ripped off, leaving more debris stuck to the dashboard.

I just bought this car for me, i wanted to put it under my name but after seeing that it’s dashboard have big issues, like the melting, sticky, it also releases an ugly chemical odor because of the same, i tried to clean it but it is impossible the cloth or rag whatever gets stuck and is not cleanable, it also reflects the glare of the dash caused by the sun on the windshield and i think it becomes a dangerous issue since visibility isn’t clear at all, i don’t have money to keep it so others don’t drive it like it is but i need a car and like that it’s isn’tsafe for me or anybody, Nissan should do something about this, or goverment.

Dash board is melting, secreting chemicals making the dash stick, un-cleanable and very shiny. The glare on the windshield is caused by the shiny secretion from the dash materials of construction, causing very dangerous driving conditions and serious safety concern. Car cannot be driven on sunny days.
Dealers refuse to do anything about it except charge more than $2000 to replace. But issue will probably happen again. Cannot sell this car with this safety issue unresolved.

My dash is completely melted and the glare is so bad I had to take a piece of felt and place on top of it just so I can see. I want to know how to get a lawsuit started in Georgia. This is a safety hazard and Nissan doesn’t want to fix this.

My 2008 Nissan Altima 2 door coup has a sticky dashboard. This is a safety hazard with the glare from the sticky dashboard reflecting off my windshield. Why are they only replacing these defective dashboards only in Florida? I live in California. Why not do something for other hot climate states.

Melting dashboard which is causing a glare when driving. Very uncomfortable when driving since it gives you a false sense or distortion when you are trying to drive or park. Safety hazard and this issue needs to be addressed by Nissan. Who would purchase a car that is not backed by its car makers?

My 2008 Altima coupe dashboard is melting. It creates a sticky clear substance which causes a terrible glare on the windshield during sunshine. I filed a complaint with the manufacturer 3 years ago that was 3/17. Nothing was done regarding this matter. You would think something could be done regarding this with all the complaints on this product material.

The dashboard in our 2008 Altima is melting. It is ultra sticky and isn’t cleanable at all. It wreaks of a chemical smell and also puts a glare on the windshield in certain lighting. It’s a mess, and it’s dangerous. There was a class action lawsuit filed for the issue in Florida and Nissan fixed the Altimas there. It gets just as hot in Alabama…

Dash has vast sections that have melted and become very shiny, creating a serious visibility and safety issue. The glare is blinding and very unsafe.

melting dashboard

The dash cover is melting. There is adhesive oozing onto the cover that is sticky, odorous and causes a large dangerous glare on windshield

My dashboard has melted over the years since I bought it in 2008. It is very sticky and now creates a terrible glare on my windshield. It is so bad I am worried the glare could cause an accident.

Dash melting creating glare on windshield

The dash melted and cracked. This is common in the 2008 nissan altoma

My 2008 Nissan Altima dash is melting and deteriorating, which has become a safety and health hazard. The melting dash is causing such a reflection that it is compromising my ability to see clearly. As a result, I have been forced to cover the dash with a black towel to stop the glare. The towel is now stuck to the melting dash and will leave a mess when removed, which will negatively effect my resale value.

The Dashboard is melting

Dash board melting. Glare in windshield causing safety hazard.

I’ve had this car for over 6 years now. The dashboard has melted off, causing a horrible glare under the sun and making it hard to drive.

Dashboard is melting and causing glare to windshield

My car jerks while accelerating at low speeds.

AC failed and was not cooling. An aftermarket AC unit was installed at dealership, McGavock Nissan, Lubbock, TX. after replacement AC was installed, I left the dealership and the AC still did not cool. It is obvious McGavock Nissan did not test drive the car after the replacement AC was installed. I returned the car to McGavock the following day. McGavock advised their service tech had improperly installed the \'O\' rings in the replacement AC unit. McGavock repaired their error. Over the next two days, the AC was still inadequately cooling. I returned the vehicle to McGavock to complain. McGavock asserted they replacement unit was working properly. Summers in my area are hot. The replacement AC unit does not cool sufficiently to cool down my car. The replacement AC unit does not function at a level of the OEM AC unit. This is a problem. McGavock did not offer any consideration for the error or continuing AC cooling problem.

Bought car in Jan 2017 and in March 2017 on freeway and on streets it was unsafe to drive due to car not accelerating. Needs new transmission

Transmission failed as we were ascending a highway over a summit. Engine revved but vehicle did not accelerate, like transmission want working. Took vehicle to auto shop and was told that the CVT went into idle or \"self-preservation mode,\" as a result of its sensors going bad. I was told that a new transmission was necessary because sensors can\'t be replaced. So frustrating!

Transmission failure while driving. Luckily didn\'t crash. Nissan says they won\'t repair faulty transmission because it\'s over 120k extended warranty. Have 132k miles on my car.

My 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5s with 68,000 miles. Dashboard is completely deteroriated, sticky, and giving off black sticky resedue. No car dealer will take my car in under trade due to dashboard. Nissan needs to fix this problem. The glare from sun from the melted dashboard in windshield is terrible and very hard to see in daylight hours. Fixing the dash is thousands of dollars I dont have. I am willing to sue if they do not recall these vehicles in florida they are poorly made for being in the heat of florida. Please let us know what can be done.

Melting dashboard, difficulty seeing out of front windshield when the Florida sun is ahead!

The dash board is melting causing a sticky mess as well as a glare on the wind shield making it difficult to see out of .

Steering wheel lock failure

Put car in drive, hesitated to go, got up to 10 miles, stopped in the middle of a dangerous highway, car was still running but won’t go. Had towed to shop and cvt transmission has gone out

The black dashboard seems to be melting! There is a sticky, shiny, substance on it that reflects sunshine onto the windshield which makes it difficult to see. At first I thought my daughter used a cleaner on it and forgot to wipe it up. Turns out, that is not what happened at all. I spoke with a service manager at the Nissan dealer where I purchased the car in 2008 but they said they had never heard of such a thing happening and that it was “out of warranty”. I had been very happy with the car and the dealer until this happened. Nissan needs to repair these cars because the resale value has declined due to these sticky dashboards and because of the obvious safety issues related to the glare reflected on the windshield.

My dash board is melting and cracking I notice. This a couple of weeks ago. I quess it was a shock. To see this with a car has only 39,000 I contact the Nissan corporations. We will see what. Happens. If they won’t pay to fix this problem I am all for the Class action

My 2008 Nissan Altima Dashboard has melted from the sun. I started to notice this problem around 2010. I never payed it any mind because I though it was something that happen when a car has gotten detailed. I was walking pass an other car one day with the same problem. I did a search on the internet and found that their is a major defect with this model year. The dash has became very stick and shinny and also causes a odor of melting plastic. This has became a major safety issues. the sun reflects off the dash board and create a glare that impairs your vision while driving. I reached out to Nissan and they declined to resolve the issues. they said they are aware of the problem but can not do anything due to the car is out of warranty. I made complaints and still the problem is not reoslved. I now have to buy a new dashboard to resolve the issues.

the dashboard is melting and as a result there is a glare on my windshield which at times makes it hard to see.

My dashboard in my 2008 Nissan Altima appears to be melting. This has been a progressive and ongoing problem for some time. My dashboard has now devolved to the point where it is very sticky and extremely shiny. The molasses-like substance covers most of the dashboard is highly reflective and it is now difficult (due to the reflected glare from the windshield) to drive during daylight hours.

Dashboard is melting in multiple spots. The sun shines off of the melting spots back up at the windshield, making it hard to see

Car has been in wreck. Outside body is clear, car slides when driving in the back, tires axles are bent.

This might not be an issue which you can help. I bought this car new. One owner, no accidents. 3 weeks ago I replaced the battery. 3 days after that it was dead again. I knew something was pulling on my battery. So I jumped it and drove it. It was running great, but I needed to find what was pulling on the battery. I turned the headlights on, and immediately everything flickered and my speedometer went from 70 to 0 (the car maintained speed) and then it immediately slowed back up to 65. I tried it again… same result. I began to think that this was the issue and all I needed to do was find a mechanic to diagnose the electrical “short” and to repair it. Then (while still driving 70) I turned my lights on bright. When I did the car immediately went into first gear, and I slammed up against the steering wheel hard. Had any traffic been around there would have been a bad wreck. I quickly sat up and steered the car off the road.

The engine is gone. Nothing can be salvaged. (per dealership)

I filed the claim. They assured me that they would call me in 2 days. I had to be persistent after 2 weeks of not hearing anything. It still is very difficult to reach them without getting a voicemail and they won’t return my call without me being persistent. They have declined all damages. Additionally, the REP and the Service Manager are being inconsistent in what they are telling me.

The car is outside the warranty. (6 months and 11k miles) I agree to that. However, I was told by the Rep that they do take into consideration how far the warranty is gone. She told me that she might need maintenance records. I told her I would get them if need. But when I talked to the Service Manager (several days later), he said that the REP told him they were denying all damages b/c she was able to pull all service records and none of the dealerships showed anything. She obviously didn’t realize that I don’t live near a dealership and I chose to have all my maintenance (oil change etc) in my local town. (for the record my last oil change was Oct 12)

The bottom line is …. I’m not going to squabble about petty items such as number of miles and years past warranty. But the primary fact is that this is a SAFETY issue. I’ve read similar stories to my experience. Putting your lights on bright and having the computer immediately throw the drivetrain into first gear (or park) while going down the road is a safety issue. …one that Nissan needs to address.

Additionally…. Nissan has added a warranty to their CVT Transmission meaning that they obviously know something is amiss regarding their CVT. The warranty extends to 120k miles and 2018. My point is that I can’t prove it was the CVT, but they can’t prove it’s not? Afterall, the car is totally shot, and there is no way to diagnose it.

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The passenger side airbag turns itself off sporadically when i (160 lbs) or my husband (190 lbs) sit in the passenger seat. i took it back to the dealer twice. the second time the dealer told me that nissan stated that my airbag sensor was operating as per specification. there is no manual override switch to force the airbag to inflate during a crash. the owner's manual states that the airbag may turn itself off when small adults are sitting in the front passenger seat, but offers no solution for this situation. does this mean that nissan is willfully depriving small adults (and, in our case, not so small adults) of their airbag protection? this is a fatal design flaw. there must be a recall to install a manual override switch for the passenger side front airbag. the car's computer must not be allowed to decide who gets an airbag and who doesn't. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a baby trend easy ride 5 (na) child safety seat, model number: ts40142 (na). the safety seat was being utilized in a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that an oncoming vehicle crashed into the driver side of the contact's vehicle. the resulting force caused the child seat to detach from the base. a police report was filed. the driver and two passengers sustained severe injuries that required medical attention. the child did not sustain any visible injuries, but required medical attention. the vehicle was towed to a dealer. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the manufactured date, failure mileage, and vin were not available.....updated 09/08/16 *bf *tr

I just purchased my nissan not even 3 months ago and i've had to have it in the 4-5 shops because nobody could figure out why it was giving the code p0335. finally found out it's the timing chain. i cant drive my own car because of it and i feel like i got robbed of my money. the dam car is stuck in limp mode. we was driving one day and all of sudden the car jerked really hard an lost power didnt have a clue what was going on.

My 2008 nissan altima has a sticky dashboard. this causes a glare on the windshield while driving on a sunny day. i have read that nissan has a recall in florida only. what about other hot climate states!! i live in california, what gives.

The dashboard is actually melting and becoming sticky nothing is able to clean it this causes a very shiny reflection of the sun that bounces back on the windshield making it hard to see at times therefore being a hazard

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. the dealer fixed the sensors and alternator supposedly, but haven't contacted me back about fixing the other issues and every time i call they hang up.

My wife's car shutdown on her last month and i had it towed to a local repair shop and they indicated the fuel pump was bad so i ordered a new one and things went fine for about a week and now the fuel hand just fluctuats up and down and just suddenly drops to (e) when it has gas or full tank of gas in it. also the mileage display is showing inaccurate readings and blinking on the dash on and off and my wife is scared now to drive her 2008 nissan altima on long drives with this problem going on!! it happened while in motion on a busy hwy 278 in batesville,ms

Dash melting and sticky and causing a glare in the windshield. *tr

My local service garage has located 2 holes in my exhaust system that allows fumes into the passenger compartment. the holes are a weld points. my mechanic thought that there was a warrenty recall. we repaired it once and will have to replace the whole exhaust this time.

The dashboard seems to be melting. the material is becoming sticky and can easily be peeled off, almost like playdough. also in some areas it produces a glare and is very bothersome and if it continues to get worse will even become quite dangerous as it sort of blinds the driver to some degree.

A passenger sitting causes the airbag light to flash and turns off the airbag? if the seat is equipped with the same ocs control unit, my vehicle should have been included. i am experiencing the same problem as the recall in november 2008 that did not include my vin? nissan concluded i should pay the dealer to check it out. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard melted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the failure mileage and vin were unknown.

Transmission recall. the cvt transmission is bad on these on model altimas. they overheat and lose all power and the car wont accelerate . there is no warning light, no warning sound, it just goes out, where ever while in motion! my car did this last time on the freeway. you have to sit until the transmission cools off .. i have been on the side of the road in many places, i almost got hit the last time in the middle of the freeway. you can't drive more than 2 hours at 70 without it happening. nissan recalled the part and extended teh warrantys but the parts still do it. the transmision shouldn't even be serviced until 100000 miles! theses cars should easily get 200-250,000 miles. nissan is negligent in not recalling them at all! thousands of people have this "known" issue and it could cause someone to be killed! i am on the 4th transmission repair and it still does it! they need to recall the car model before someone gets hurt! it does it while in motion, which is frightening with no warning! i should not have to pay for this repari as it did it at 20000 miles first! the nthsa needs to make them recall the car

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 nissan altima. while driving approximately 3 mph, a second vehicle traveling approximately 30 mph crashed into the rear driver side of the contact's vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. the driver sustained back injuries that required medical attention. the vehicle was destroyed. a police report was filed. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 127,300.

My dashboard has been melting for about two years and i cannot get nissan to replace. i was told i need to pay to replace it for $1800.00. i feel this is faulty equipment and nissan should stand behind their product and do the replacement. i live in tx and the glare it cause is very very dangerous when the sun is out and the sun is always out.

Dashboard has outlining lines around the defroster that are tacky other spots on the dash also what gases are being released from this melting dashboard is it harmful i contacted nissan they are not helpful sorry it's out of warranty i noticed the damage about a year ago spring of 2015 it is growing slowly on my dash

My 2008 nissan altima dash has been melting for the past 3-4 years and is now causing an inability to see while driving. there is a large reflection on the windshield during daytime driving making it very difficult to see objects and other cars in front of me. the corporate office at nissan offered 1/2 off the price, but i believe this should be a recall due to the dangers that it's causing for many drivers.

Dashboard is cracking. car has always been garage kept since new. never sets outside during daytime in sun. many other owners have same issue. nissan denies there's any problem, won't do anything to help to fix the problem. costs about $2000 to replace the dash. happening mostly with 2008 & 2009 model years.

I would like to know what nissan is doing to correct the melting dashboard issue. my dashboard has a sticky film on it which creates an extremely bad glare on my windshield. it makes it almost impossible to drive during the day. recently i almost hit a pedestrian because i couldn't see the person due to the glare that the dashboard was creating. i would like to know who would have been at fault if i hit that person? the police would have blamed me for the accident but the true culprit in my eyes is nissan because they refuse to fix the issue. how the hell can nissan say it's not a safety issue when obviously i can't see while driving?!?

Dashboard has black sticky substance that reflects a glare and is hard to see out of the windshield. the glare is so distracting at times that it is hard to see the road clearly. i am concerned that this is a manufactures defect and that the area affected will continue to grow which will serverly affect the ability to see clearly

After replacing my transmission, the car continued to sputter anytime i was driving for more than a few miles. my mechanic figured out that the catalytic converter was overheating to about 600 degrees when it should have been no more than 250 degrees, causing parts of the engine to begin melting. the check engine light never came on to alert me of this issue, and i may now have permanent engine damage.

Dashboard in 2008 nissan altima appears to be melting, becoming very sticky and causing a glare on the windshield. unable to clean it with anything, due to the gummy texture of the dash. has a shiny appearance to it and gets worse every day. this is causing a problem with vision on bright sunny days while driving. afraid as it gets progressively worse how it will affect the electrical components inside of the dash area.

The dashboard on my altima started melting and cracking. now its shining in my view as im driving under the sun. i gotta wear shades most of the time especially in the morning when my eyes are still adjusting. ive called nissan and they said they wont pay for a replacement due to it being out of warranty. a new replacement costs over 1000$.

"takata recall" loud noise on the outside of car and whining noise when riding brakes.

My vehicles dash is melting and it crates areas that have a very dangerous glare when driving in sunlight. the dash has also become extremely sticky and hard to clean. the real issue is in the glare as it can lead to an accident. unfortunately the dash was already like this when i purchased my vehicle so i am unaware of when it happened.

Nissan altima 2008 melting dashboard. unfortunately, my car's dashboard is melting; thereby, creating a dangerous, hazardous glare on the front window.

The dash is melting, and has been for years, forming some kind of sticky, shiny residue. this residue causes the dash to reflect off the windshield, making it very difficult to see while driving.

Tl* the contact's husband owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while her husband was driving at 65 mph, the vehicle decelerated independently. the vehicle was taken to conyers nissan in conyers, ga where the dealer stated that the vehicle needed a tune-up. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the spark plugs were replaced. however, the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to conyers nissan in conyers, ga where it was diagnosed that the transmission had malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that they would pay for half of the repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 116,000.

Takata recall the exhaust manifold has a large crack in it, leaking fumes into the cabin of the vehicle. i replaced the part 6 months ago. i'm already having problems with the new part. i've seen numerous nissan altima's on the road with the same problem (very loud exhaust). there must be a design flaw that causes the metal to weaken and break.

The dashboard is melting and cracking, creating a glare on the inside of the windshield that is danger to all.

Timing chain

I am the owner of a 2008 nissan altima with a defective dashboard due to use of low quality materials. when the dashboards become exposed to heat and sunlight it converts into a vicious, sticky and reflective surface that projects a glare onto windshield obstructing the driver’s view, thus endangering everyone on the road. i purchased the vehicle in missouri but came special order from texas according to my salesman. a class action lawsuit was filed and settled in florida because of this reason, but nissan will not taking responsibility for their inferior quality product for those living outside of fl stating these are isolated incidents.

My 2008 nissan altima dashboard is melting causing severe glare from the sun which is causing a safety issue (cannot see vehicle in front of me with glare present). it's continuing to get worse. the glare is so bad i'm blinded. it is completely impossible to clean.. recall!! people are going to get seriously injured due to this.

Car whines with acceleration and will not accelerate if gas pedal is pushed more in 1" or so down. when the pedal is pushed for any needed acceleration the car will whine really loud, rpm's shoot up, but acceleration stays the same!

Sticky,melting shiny dash and coming apart at seams. there was a class action law suit on this and i reported it on 5/31/2017 . this was confirmed at dealership service dept. but because i live 0.8 of a mile into ga they will not cover these damages. the car was bought in fl. and i work in fl. daily. am going to take this up with bbb.i reported this to nhtsa. gov several months back and never heard a word from this company and uploaed photos in march when this first started to happen to dash

My passanger airbag is not working when somebody is sitting in the seat it is still off when driving, their was an open recall on this but when i call nissan its not my model

The airbag sensor on the passenger seat stopped working about a year ago. i had to get my car inspected last month to drive in the state of va and to access the naval base for work. i failed the inspection because of it and had to pay $705 for a new seat. i saw a recall for this problem but was told by nissan recall department my car wasn't covered. how can that be possible? i am requesting a full refund from nissan as the issue was a safety recall issued in 2008. i appreciate your assistance in helping me accomplish it.

Dash pad, which also covers the passenger air bag is now cracked, and is sticky. i know that nissan settled with florida residents for this problem, however, other cars are affected. in southeast texas, we have just as much, if not more heat that seems to be causing failure of the dash cover. we are now afraid to drive the car, as since it is cracked and sticky, we do not know if we will be properly protected with the air bag should we have a problem. this is a serious safety issue, not just cosmetic, and all cars should be included, not just florida. please review this issue, and get all of us covered.

The airbag sensor on the passenger seat stopped working about a year ago. i had to get my car inspected last month to drive in the state of virginia and to access the naval base for work. i failed the inspection because of it and had to pay $705 for a new seat. i saw a recall for this problem but was told by nissan recall department my car wasn't covered. how can that be possible? i am requesting a refund as the issue was a safety recall in 2008.

The dash on my altima is melted to the point that if any light shines on it, there is a horrible glare on the windshield to where i cannot see. it is a common problem on these cars, especially in the southern states.

I have a altima coupe that has an intermittent fault with the passenger side bag airbag sensor. i drive down the road and it comes in and out randomly even with a passenger in the car. the car is at a nissan dealership shop to be inspected and determine cause.

Dashboard is melting. has gotten progressively worse over the past 2 years. the shiny sticky mess causes a huge glare on the windshield. it is a manufacturer defect and a safety issue. nissan needs to recall! i love my vehicle, but it is terrible that i have to put a carpet dashboard cover on it to be able to see.

The dashboard of my 2008 altima coupe is melting and impairing the visibility. it is unsafe to drive because you can not see what is in the road in front of you. it has been an ongoing problem for years but is getting worst. research has shown that this problem has been known to nissan and the government, but neither thinks it warrants a safety recall. there are several class action lawsuits but none seem to apply to residences of alabama. my late husband contacted a layer in california involved in one of the lawsuits but did not pursue because he did not trust lawyers. i have been busy fighting cancer but lost the battle, and my husband. i contacted nissan today to see if there is anything they can do to remedy this problem. nissan told me that i need to pay a local dealer $100-$200 to file a report, but because of the age of my vehicle they probably will do nothing to repair this safety issue. impaired visibility is a safety issue and should be corrected! i have attached several pictures to show how much the visibly has been impaired. in one of them there is an entire house that is obscured, i have also included a picture out the window to show the house. i live in the country and there are children in the house next door that ride their scooters in the road. imagine if that was a child playing in the road that was not visible instead of a house...

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving various speeds or while the vehicle was parked, the tire pressure and air bag warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the cause of the air bag warning indicator issue; however, it was determined that the tires needed air. the tires were inflated to the manufacturer's recommendation, but the tire pressure indicator was still illuminated. the contact was advised to take the vehicle to a nissan dealer for proper diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the failure mileage was 119,000.

My nissan altima's dashboard is melting. the entire dash is melting leaving a bright sticky substance that will not come off when i try to clean it. this is not just a cosmetic issue. the melting dash leaves a massive glare on my windshield when driving toward any sunlight. i am blinded by the reflection every time the sun is out. this is not an isolated issue. i have seem hundreds of complaints online and the state of florida already had a class action lawsuit settled with nissan in january about this issue. this needs to be fixed! i dont know the exact date that i noticed the issue but i have been trying to get this fixed for a while now. i have contacted nissan consumer affairs as well as the lawfirm associated with the lawsuit in florida. nobody will help me and i know there are hundreds if not thousands of people just like me. just google melting dash nissan altima...

On 02/06/2014, the cvt (transmission) failed at 117,240 miles. the cvt was under standard warranty and was replaced by the dealership, mcgavock nissan, lubbock, tx. the replacement cvt failed again. first cvt failed at 117,240 and replaced by standard warranty by nissan. the replacement cvt currently stalls at low speeds, 5-10 mph, while taking off. on 03/02/2017, 151,551 miles, less than 35,000 miles since the first cvt was replaced, the dealership, mcgavock nissan, lubbock, tx, diagnosed the problem. their solution is to replace the replacement cvt. i called nissan usa. nissan usa called back and advised they would not replace the cvt because the replacement cvt warranty was expired, 12 months and/or 12,000 miles. nissan usa was of no help. this problem is not only annoying, it poses a danger to my family! the vehicle is still running, however, it is hard to cross a busy street because it stalls on takeoff. dangerous! i am very disappointed in this nissan altima. the cvt is a failure top to bottom. nissan needs to do the right thing! don't install this type transmission in their vehicles!

My wife had brought the nissan and making payments on car, we drive it all day we be brought it. the next day driveing it then the transmission started acting crazy like hashing,slipping. i took the car shop to see what the problem was and he say they had recalls on the cvt transmission. im trying to see how can i get the dealer to look into the problem.

Cvt recall

The dash has a gummy feeling and is splitting around all the vents, all of the electrical areas, and the entire area above the steering wheel

Was traveling at approximately 40mph on public way. power , without warning and suddenly, was cut down and speed reduced to 10 mph. vehicles behind me had to to take evasive action to avoid rear ending me.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melted and there was a glare on the windshield while driving. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer crown nissan located at 5151 34th st n st. petersburg, fl 33714 where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened case # 27986750 but did not offer any further assistance. the failure mileage was 53,812. updated 11/06/17*lj *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate without warning. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. a dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000. *tt *js

Electronic steering lock column has failed on my vehicle. this part is a known issue for 2010 nissan altimas burn 2008 has not been even addressed. this failed part .had left me stranded. the vehicle was stationary when the lock no longer worked. failed unit had been quoted at $1100 repair cost.

Driving on i 25,pressed on gas pedal,car would not accelerate,began losing power,would only go 20-30 mph. taken to dealership in cheyenne,wyoming. was told that was transmission was out.

I went to another county with my kids to visit my mom and when i tried to leave the car wouldn't start and there was a light in the dashboard that indicated a key in an amber color, i tried giving it a jumpstart to see if that was the problem and changing the battery of the smart key and nothing worked. i ended up having to leave my car parked in the street where my mom lives and spent the night with my mother and the next day i called my nearest nissan dealer who told me that it was most likely the electronic steering column lock but my car wasn't covered in the recent recall.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melting and caused a glare on the front windshield. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer (sutherlin nissan located at 8125 e colonial dr orlando, fl 32817) where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened case number: 27878588. no further assistance was offered. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 92,450.

Glue is bleeding thru the dash on my 2008 nissan altima. it is causing a glare on the windshield that makes it hard to see, so bad that i have to lean over to find a spot that does not affect my vision of the traffic in front of or coming towards me. this is a road hazard and left unattended will eventually cause a wreck. i also have a couple of other problems, the front seats are loose and slid when i had to slam on my brakesfeel and i am not at all comfortable that if i had an accident that this would attribute to additional injury. also, i have had the low tire scensor replaced at my own expense to only have it come back on at which time i found out this was a known problem with this year model, would have been nice had the dealership told me there was nothing wrong, instead of taking my money. i have researched and found that all three of the problems i have are known problems that have been repeatedly reported to nissan only to be told they are not recalls and are extremely high in cost out of pocket. i have been complaining to them for two years to no avail. they sent me to a dealer in town at one point who reiterated to me verbatim what i was told by them online after he gave the dash a quick look. i live in louisiana, i travel to texas several times a year. that is when the problem with the dash started. no way to clean, it is one big sticky mess and only getting worse. i bought the vehicle, they were happy to take my money, the least they could do is fix known problems. toyota recalled one of their vehicles with the same bleeding glue dash problem. nissan should be as forthcoming with their customers, won't buy another, will seriously affect the resale value of this one. shame on nissan! my formal complaint signed, sealed and delivered!

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

My dash-board became shiner and when sun shines it is highly difficult to drive cause the sun rays it actually blinds me . i have spoke to nissan and they would only furnish a new dash board but i must pay for the dash-board, which i find it very unfair. please help??

Melting and sticky dash board & air bag light is on

2008 nissan altima with a melting dashboard. visibility is blinding by glare from shiny dashboard. cost to replace dash is almost $2000.

The dash of my 2008 nissan altima is melting or deteriorating. it has become so shiny that when the sun or streetlights reflect on my windshield, it is almost a complete white-out effect. i nearly hit a pedestrian crossing the street because i could not see them. nissan has been contacted repeatedly and i have not had an acknowledgement from them. a local dealer said that this was not a defect, but i have seen numerous complaints about the same problem. the stickiness i could live with, but the way it reflects off my windshield is dangerous.

My nissan altima has the dashboard melting which makes it visible thru the windshield which makes it more difficult to drive the vehicle. i've almost had 4 near car accidents where the melting dashboard was the issue.

The factory sound system face plate is blistering. this may be caused by radio overheat or some type of short. the radio works fine

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving 20 mph, there was a reflection on the dashboard that obstructed the contact's vision. the contact noticed that the dashboard was melting. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Car was purchased new and in service 7/12/2008. car has gone through 4 transmissions with last transmission put in 7/27/2016. car only has 129k miles. this is a dangerous condition as car has shuttered and stalled and i have a medical condition. nissan doesn't seem to be too concerned - my husband and i tried to contact the ceo of nissan north america ([xxx]) but couldn't get past "[xxx]" in the executive department. she told my husband and i on a recorded line that she reports to [xxx]. but only later, after continuing to press the issue, she acknowledged she doesn't report to him. additionally, she laughed at my husband and i as we discussed this very real issue (again...on a recorded line....you should subpoena the tapes). no vehicle, unless you are in a demolition derby, should have to go through 4 transmissions in 129k miles. we asked nissan north america to provide us with our car's service history and they claimed that they cannot access this and the never provided it to us. i don't believe what they told me. i tried to attach a pdf of my letter to nissan north america/[xxx] ...but it is 6.7m (too big). nonetheless....i'll be happy to share it with you upon request.. also attached is the car's complete service history which was provided only through the local dealership. nissan north america representative was aloof and did not seem to be concerned that their product went through 4 transmissions. please pull all 2008 altima's off the road for safety's sake. thank you information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

While driving my car, it started to make "grinding" movements and stopped moving while i was driving. i was lucky that i didn't crash. i'm filing this complaint because of the various problems i've had with this cvt transmission -- including wheezing noises and shifting problems and now complete transmission failure. called nissan they refuse to help because my car has 132k miles and their extended warranty only goes to 120k. i've only had this car for 5 years. it's only 8 years old. they instituted this extended warranty due to so many complaining about the problems with the cvt. but i'm over the warranty and now i'm on the hook for 4k in transmission repair. i feel this is unfair as i have maintained my vehicle.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while parked, the vehicle failed to start on numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering lock mechanism needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving approximately 40 mph, the contact noticed that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic who advised him to go to an authorized dealer to get the vehicle repaired per a recall. the dealer stated that the vin was not included in their air bag recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 113,000. updated 09/30/16*lj *tr

I own a 2008 nissan altima (vin# [xxx]). i have to two questions for you: 1) why has there not been a recall on the dashboards towards their stickiness & melting? especially since toyota recalled theirs because of that. 2) why has there not been a recall on the tpms? it stays on all the time. with it on all the time, how are supposed to tell when the air is low. if i turn it off, it won't come back on even when the tires are low. if i replace one, i have to replace all of them. ntb has even tried putting nitrogen in the tires. but that did not work. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Failure of electronic steering column lock (escl) unit. vehicle was totally disabled, with no prior warning, leaving me stranded. nissan issued letter in 2013 stating that due to a manufacturing irregularity the escl may malfunction. their solution was to extend warranty to 6 years / unlimited miles. my car has approx 61,000 miles, but past their time limit. nissan denied any responsibility and dealer charged $678.14 for the part which is readily available for under $400. total cost for repair was $991.37, plus my towing charge of $37. dealer service dept had quoted a price of high $800 to $900. why was vehicle not recalled and repaired when nissan knew that the part could fail without any warning? i was fortunate that vehicle was not disabled in a more dangerous area. we had two visits from aaa before we discovered the likely problem through the internet.

'takata recall' brakes lock up when driving. u can put it in drive or reverse and car wont move. feels like brake is engaged but its not.

The nissan altima dashboard is melting, warping, cracking, and peeling as a result of damage from the southern california sun. from reading, the materials used to manufacture the dashboard were not made for extreme heat and weather conditions, thus causing glare and visibility issues as well as funes from melting plastics. this problem was also evident amongst consumers living in florida and nissan has agreed to repair their damaged vehicles as part of a class action lawsuit.

My dash became shiny and sticky over a very short period of time. i first tried soap and water and then goobegone. and nothing would help it. it looks as if it is melting. it is parked in the garage most of the time. the shinyness is reflecting on the windshield at times and makes it very dangerous to drive because i can't see through it very well.

Front dashboard has a melted, sticky and tacky surface from a combination of direct sunlight and/or high interior heat temperatures. the melted dash has created a high shine surface that reflects sunlight directly onto the windshield in the driver's field of vision impeding visibility and makes driving unsafe. debris and dirt adheres to the surface, cleaning is difficult because of the tacky surface. there is pitting around the location of the passenger front air bag location due to the melted texture of the dashboard. dashboard has a putty and gummy like texture.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start the intelligent key fob and the steering lock mechanism warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 102,000. updated 06/01/17*lj the vehicle was repaired. updated 10/19/2017*js

Purchased a used 2008 nissan altima coupe. after a coupe months i noticed the top of my dashboard was really shinny. when i touched it the dash wash very stickyand melting. as time as gone on and the days getting warmer and sun brighter it's getting worse. the glare from the melting dash has made me unable to see at times while driving and i've almost been in 3 accidents so far due to this.

The dashboard is deteriorating and has become very shiny. this creates glare on sunny days which degrades visibility to the point of being a safety concern. as evidenced by a class action suit it florida, this issue is pervasive for this model. toyota has already recalled their cars for a similar issue.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. when the vehicle was started, the tpms, brake, and air bag warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 4,777.

The exhaust manifold cracked allowing carbon monoxide to enter the passenger compartment. this is a severe safety hazard that nissan is aware of. nissan refused to repair this under warranty as the vehicle had 100k miles on it. this is a common problem on 4 cylinder altima's this is caused by a defective part which should be repaired under warranty due to it's inherent safety concerns. this can cause occupants to pass out while driving with the possibility of causing damage and injury to third party individuals. nissan should be required to repair all issues surrounding a cracked exhaust manifold under warranty. this should not have a mileage limitation imposed. simply stated an exhaust manifold should not exhibit cracking under normal driving conditions for the lifetime of a vehicle. this is a southern car with no evidence of rust on the effected part. part is available for inspection. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while the front passenger’s seat was occupied, the occupant classification system failed to register that the seat belt was in use. the contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic and was informed that there was a possible recall on the vehicle related to the failure. twin city nissan (3247 alcoa hwy, alcoa, tn 37701, (865) 970-4132) was contacted and informed the contact that the vin was not under recall. the dealer diagnosed that the passenger’s side air bag failed and that needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 109,430.

The dashboard has melted causing dangerous sun glare. the dashboard is sticky, goody liquid like reflective surface. the extreme reflectiveness of the melted surface makes it very difficult to see out of the windshield when driving in sunshine.

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altman is melting and is causing extremely impaired visibility due to the glare that is produced from reflection of light. on very sunny days, i feel nervous driving because it is so difficult to see. also, when i initially start the car for the first time each day, it gives off this noxious odor that causes much concern about the toxicity of these fumes. the issue first became apparent in approximately 2016, but has progressively become worse.

Dashboard melting. danger reflection from melting shine.

I have 2008 nissan altima. i noticed that my passenger side status light remains off with no passenger in it. i noticed that there was a recall for the same issue as mentioned in the link below. http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/jaxrs/download/doc/acm10619386/rcrit-08v521-7546.pdf please let me know what are my options to fix the issue without charge. i filed a complaint with nissan and their reply was as below: thank you for contacting nissan north america regarding your 2008 nissan altima. a review of our system indicates that the above-referenced vehicle is not currently involved in any recall or service campaigns.case # [xxx] has been created to document your inquiry. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

While driving my vehicle on a highway at about 60 mph the sunroof exploded. shattered glass flew all over the interior of the vehicle. it was about 9pm. the road was smooth and only one other car was riding about 100 feet behind me. there were absolutely no overpasses. *tr

Melting dash board causing visibility too be problem when driving toward the sun nissan dealer say they do not cover this issue. the glare coming off windshield from dash board is a hazard to driving. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced severe vibration after being started and while being operated. the failure occurred without warning. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine mount bolt was stripped and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. in addition, the sun roof detached from the vehicle independently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed as a bolt missing in the sun roof and, due to weather conditions, caused corrosion of the sun roof. the vehicle was repaired; however, the contact heard an abnormal sound from the sun roof area. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 99,000.

I have noticed that my dashboard is melting. there has not been any cleaning substance put on the dashboard. my car sits out in the sun as i do not have garage or carport. the glare from the dashboard creates a hazard as there is a glare while your are driving. *tr

The soft material covering the top and front of my dash is cracking and the cracks are sticky. the car is garage kept, and only has about 85,000 miles. as this material failure continues, it will destroy the usefulnes of the car. this is a manufacturing defect that needs repair or correction, right away.

When moving on city street or highway car does not pickup speed when pressing on gas pedal, then it jumps and speeds up quickly. if car is going up incline it barely moves, then jumps in gear. stopped at a light or waiting for cars to move, my car barely moves-then picks up speed, going too fast. i had car checked at colonial nissan in festerville pa, they claim nothing wrong with my eventhough i had a certified transmission tech said the problem is the cvt-transmission. this is happening continuously. im afraid something serious may happen before nissan acknowledge there is a problem with their cars. *tr

When driving on long and sometimes short trips, the air flow stops blowing, like a vent was closed. the blower fan motor is still working and the a/c is still working because it is still cold at the vent but there is no air flow. *tr

The dashboard is melting. started 3 years ago, was told by dealership repair shop to clean it. it has increased in size and nothing cleans it. the glare onto the window is terrible, dangerous. has a strange smell to it.

I have the transmition code p7044 (defective torque converter) car has only 97000 miles danger is at times car will not move

My 2008 nissan altima coupe 2.5s' dashboard is melting giving off toxic fumes and making my visibility terrible while driving because the melting/sticky dashboard reflects into the windshield and nissan refuses to fix it for free. the reflection in the windshield is particularly worse when driving towards the sun to the point where i cannot see anything while driving. i bought the vehicle with the dashboard like that because i figured that gooey gone could fix it but it didn't. again nissan refuses to fix this problem and it is very dangerous while driving.

We were driving on i-695 in baltimore area when i started to notice that while pressing acceleration paddle, the car was not moving forward. it started to stall and eventually stopped completely. luckily, i was able to pull it to the curbside before a collision may have occurred. but someone with less driving capabilities may have ended up in an accident due to the car stalling without any warning. later on i found out the transmission failed and nissan didn't care at all when i contacted them. i got transmission replaced myself. i thought i should speak out about this because a transmission stalling a vehicle at nearly 65 mph is a safety issue that needs to be addresses.

The transmission is giving me problems

The dashboard is melting when it reaches a certain high temperature. this happens whenever the temperature is above 80 degrees farenheit.

The dashboard is literally melting and it started just 6 yrs into owning the car. when i contacted the company and showed them what was happening and how it can affect my visibility due to reflection they advised that what they were seeing in the pictures was due to "environmental exposure" and that repair would need to be covered by me. honestly, i found that hard to believe considering the company has two existing class action lawsuits against them in other states for the same issue. i have never seen anything like it before, and have heard of competitors with the same issue actually doing a recall on their vehicles. this company however, does not seem like it wants to take the blame for their own poor manufacturing. so in the mean time i cover it with fabric in order to diffuse the problem in the mean time.

The dashboard in the car is melting

Melting dash causing unsafe glare reflecting off windshield.

My springs on both rear driver and passenger broke into pieces and popped my tires while i was driving. there was no warning i just had brakes and inspection done a few months ago, and last week while on the highway my tire basically blew apart, when examining we noticed the springs had broken and rubbed against the tires causing them to pop. im lucky i slowed down in time we could've had a really bad accident and im so upset about it.

Melting dashboard, very sticky, everything sticks to it and the top layer (vinyl?) that is melting comes up when something sticks to it and is removed. the dash is very shiny, causing extreme glare on windshield. glare very bad, lowers visibility, dangerous. the hotter the days, the stickier, more shiny this gets. even when putting up a sunshade, the dash gets worse and worse. photo taken on 9/7/2020 attached shows how bad glare is.

The cvt transmission step solenoid and the accelerator paddle not working write it wont go anywhere sometimes only like 20 miles an hour have to pull over and turn it off and wait 5 to 10 min then it's ok for a little bit if i hit a bump it also shuts off can u help please itsbeen doing this since bought from an individual

The dashboard of vehicle has developed a shine to it that reflects onto the windshield when driving in sun light obstructing vision of road. the dash also feels like it has become sticky and soft like it is melting.

My dashboard is melting and it has gotten worse within the last two (2) years. i have trouble seeing the road when it is sunny because i get a big glare in the windshield due to the reflection of the melting dashboard. also, i noticed i have been getting dizzy, upper respiratory problems and headaches right after i get in the car when it has been parked in the sun, despite a car window shield i put on it to protect it from the sun.

The dashboard is starting to melt. i thought it was just dirty, but in fact, when i tried cleaning it, a sticky glue type substance came up. this has become a safety hazard as the shiny glare shines on the windshield making it hard to see. i did a basic search on the internet to find out that this is a common issue with my vehicle.

Dashboard is melting giving off a dangerous glare on the windshield. also the gas gauge is defective ... does not show the actual amount of gas tank ... needle fluctuates from f, 1/2, e.

Top of dashboard has been melting. it creates a bad glare in the windshield due to the shiny nature of the areas where the dashboard has deteriorated. this is very dangerous when driving! i can't be the only 2008 altima owner in ny with this issue. a class action lawsuit was settled a few years ago in florida for this same issue with this same car. i need this piece replaced and the cost to be covered by nissan because they installed materials that are unsafe because they do not hold up.

Problems with the front passenger side suspension the engine of the vehicle slows/stalls when driven in high heat weather driving on the interstate the vehicle began to slow/stall.

Not a single event... dashboard has progressively gotten softer/stickier over the past few years. it is now cracked and is melting next to the windshield. it has off-gassed an unremovable film on the bottom half of the glass, and the car has such a noxious smell from the fumes we no longer feel it’s healthy to drive without the windows down.

My husband was just in his first wreck this past week or so in our nissan altima 2008 2.5 s, and prior to the accident we had noticed our passenger air bag light had came on out of no where.*dt well, it didn?t deploy when he got into the accident. every other air bag except the passenger one deployed. even the ones in our seatbelt area didn?t deploy all the way. the wreck happened on a highway. the man my husband rear ended was yielding to turn left. my husband was going 35-40mph.*jb

Dash melting and sticky and causing a glare in the windshield.

Transmission revs out and slow to accelerate

Problem is intermittent. car will be in motion on highway flat land/uphill/downhill any land and my car will intermittently loose power its a 2008 altima 2.5s i will have no choice but to stop my car on the side of the highway in a deadly and heavily used canyon with not many places available to pull your car over. if there is it's very tight. when i pull over i shut it off for about a minute or two then i start it back up while in park i gently press the gas to accelerate it a little and nothing happens. the rpm stick wont move. i have been coming down an off ramp onto the freeway and i wont be able to accelerate in order gain a safe and legal speed to enter on a heavily trafficked highway with no where to pull over, almost caused a huge deadly accident because of this however the car rpm stick went up and down the car felt like it was trying to accelerate after a few "attempts" from the engine it went from me feeling the car almost forceful engine shut off with the lose of accelerating and unable to accelerate and hearing the car almost die and went from me decelerating hard at 40 mph on a slight downhill off ramp freeway at 40 mph to all of a sudden taking off as if the car was a rocket and didnt have any problems with maintaining speed. this has happened 9 times since i purchased and happens intermittently. the car will not typically have this issue if i make a short in town trip or a few errands in town no faster than 30mph speeds and no hard it fast acceleration on flat land. i lost the paperwork from the automotive shop however can easily obtain it showing that the car needs a new catalytic converter repair costing around 1300. check engine light remains on even after being cleared will throw the same p024 error code. i just bought this car bought and am unable to safely drive it without a deadly outcome.

The dashboard has begun to melt and the glare is very distracting. it is very sticky and gets worse at the weather get warmer. *tr

The dashboard is melted. it has been getting worse over the years. it is a safety hazard so i can no longer drive the car. nissan refuses to replace it. i have tried multiple times. it is stationary for now. the car also has a foul odor from the melted dash. *tr

Reflective dashboard that is melting from the sunlight causing it to be very sticky, gummy, & shiny. causing a blinding glare on the windshield & effecting my visibility to see where i’m driving & i can not see other persons or vehicles. it a safety hazard to me other people i meet in the road & also a health hazard to me from having to breath, inhale the toxic chemicals that are coming out of the material of the dashboard. please help me with vehicle that i am having driving hazards with. my name is [xxx], my phone number is [xxx] & my email address is [xxx]. i need to get help getting this dashboard fixed as soon as possible before it creates an accident that could kill me , my passengers & whom ever i meet on the highway. thank you! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Sticky dashboard is causing seeing invisibility

When i get into the car and push the start button, the car turns on but the ready is not signaling and the car doesn’t move. the car was driving perfectly the day before and now the car won’t move. there also a weird buzzing type sound when i press the break. *tr

I had picked up a nail in my tire on my way home that i didn't know about which came out while i was on highway 94 (traveling at the posted speed limit of 65mph) which cause my vehicle to veer to on coming traffic so. i try to correct it and the my vehicle wasn't responding like it should have because of the transmission started slipping and wouldn't power out of the pull from the deflated tire so i had to over correct which caused me to lose control of the vehicle sending my into a revean and then over a 5 wire fence subsequently damaging my vehicle more than i would've had the transmission been operating properly i had less than 100,000 miles on the vehicle well under the recommended service interval not to mention that i received a citation for careless driving because i was unable to control my vehicle. *tr

My dashboard is melting and when the sun hit it you cant see from the glare from the melting dashboard you could hit someone or run over a child

Hello my car is a 2008 nissan altima my dashboard is melting get in the point that is difficulty to see because the reflection of the sun, is getting so bad now can some one help me. i when to the nissan were i bough it they telll me that i have to pay 2,000 to 3000 to replace the whole dashboard i think this is a matter of the dealers or the corporate of nissan please can some one help me cuz i can afford tho buy another car. thank you so much! i’m about to go to the media see is someone can help me.

The dashboard is melting and turning to goo and now is also crumbling. i started contacting nissan corp approx 3 years ago . i have attempted to file 3 claims and all have been denied. the dealership agrees that the dashboard is defective but states since the car is out of warranty they can’t help. the dashboard puts off a glare that is a safety hazard, especially on sunny days. this is the same issue that a lawsuit filed in texas and florida resulted in the dashboards. there is also an odor at times and the vapor leaves a film on the windshield. you can’t clean the windshield because the rags or paper towels stick to the goo. this issue is a safety hazzard. i have researched and have found multiple consumers are experiencing the same issue and have been denied by nissan. the nissan rep would not even allow me to speak with her supervisor or anyone in charge. she simply said i have presented your information and our decision is final getting replaced. basically i was told that i am not part of the florida or texas suit so sorry about your luck. nissan did say that if i wanted to buy a new car they would offer me a special deal. really why would i buy something from a company that knows the dashboards are defective.

Orange key light indicator comes on and car will not start up.

My car has a slow take off and it takes a while to drive properly like it has to warm up . the power steering leaks out and i don’t no why.my sensors for check engine is on and i took it to auto zone to get it checked and it’s a sensor and just need a tune up but the tire sensor stays on after i put air in the tires it so many small things that can turn into big issues.

Dashboard is melting causing a safety issue. glare makes it hard to see when driving. what should i do?

Supplemental safety airbag seatbelt the light keeps blinking and does not go off this a safety issue i took it to dealer and they said it is not a safety issue. i have a seatbelt malfunctioning

I own a 2008 nissan altima. the dashboard began melting about 3 years ago however recently it started to melt more and become sticky to the touch. every time i drive my vehicle, the glare that shines onto my windshield from the dashboard is terrible, so bad that it is hard to see at times. it has caused me to have trouble identifying things while driving. i have contacted nissan about this issue and they will not acknowledge the issue and will charge $2500 for a new dashboard.

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that after parking the vehicle and while attempting to exit the vehicle, the contact was unable to unlock the doors. the contact stated that she was informed by a sibling that the door actuator failed and needed to be replaced. the contact was unable to exit the vehicle for an hour. the contact was concerned that in the event of a fire or medical emergency that there was a grave risk of injury or death the contact stated that a family member was called and was able to come out, disconnect the battery and then unlock the door. the vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. the local dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. a case was filed. the approximate failure mileage was 98,000.

Brakes locked and steering locked causing a rear end accident driving on a city highway going to work.

The dashboard in my nissan altima 2008 is melting, cracking and very sticky with a bright shining glare that makes it very difficult to see.

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima is sticky. there is a substance seeping out from the seams in the dashboard that can not be removed. it creates a glare on the windshield when driving and gets worse in the hot sunny weather.

Dashboard melting and produces glare making it difficult to see when driving in sunlight.

My car has a sticky,clear substance all over it from where the vents are to the windshield. it is dangerous because it causes a glare and when the sun is out especially it is extremely hard to see. i have tried everything to get it off and nothing is working. i didn’t spill anything on it either for it to be this way. it just started happening.

While driving on i95 the car shut off and was steered very difficultly to the off ramp and the side of the road. smoke started to come out of the front of the car and i exited the car and the car proceeded to be engulfed in flames burning the front half of the car to the front seats. fire rescue arrived to put out the fire.1116

Our 2008 nissan altima dashboard has melted leaving it sticky and shiny causing distracting and glaring reflections off their windshields. i'll taking it to dealership twice about dashboard but they stated they was unaware of any issue with this vehicle dashboard. the second time i told them about the multiple lawsuits i found on-line and they directed my to nissan consume department. nissan told me the unit was out warranty and will not assist.

The dashboard is melting and spreading to the windshield it is causing the lights and sun to glare off the melting plastic impairing emu view.

Vehicle was involved in a minor accident involving the driver side front wheel. while driving on a city street. during the impact the passenger seatbelt unbuckled without any intervention by the occupant

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle's dashboard was melting and the material created a glare from the sun. the dashboard was also fractured. the contact called nissan van nuys (located at 5425 van nuys blvd, sherman oaks, ca 91401, 818-787-8400) and was referred to the manufacturer. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in a recall or warranty. the approximate failure mileage was 151,316. *ln *tr

My dashboard has melted. it was parked in our driveway, in the sun, on a cold winters day, while there was snow on the ground, in new jersey. how is that possible? aside from how terrible it looks, it’s a safety concern. the surface is sticky + glossy, the fumes + odor are toxic & the real danger is the blinding glare reflecting up onto the windshield. the car cannot be driven in the daytime. we read about the recall in florida only, but last we checked, the sun shines across all 50 states.

The visibility is difficult because of the melted -sticky dashboard. the glare blinds you when the sun hits you. there is no reason the dashboard should just "melt"

While driving at low speed, my sunroof exploded. it was closed at the time, and fortunately sun shade closed so glass did not fall in on me. reading many others with nissan cars dealign with this. no cars in front of me, so not debris hitting could have caused.

Bought my altima from a nissan dealer and it was nearly new, and was told there were no problems. well about 5 years ago i noticed the paint fading and now it's faded all over due to clear coat problem with that model. however, the real problem is that the dash is melting! literally! so when i'm driving the glare caused by the dash onto my windshield is literally blinding! the dash has melted all the way across! this is a safety hazard as my photos clearly show. i nearly ran into a lady walking on the crosswalk because i could not see her!!! please look into this problem. they have been sued over it but did nothing. i have talked to them but nothing! they are aware of the situation as i live in nashville, their headquarters home, and they refuse to help me!!!

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle jerked, lost power, and the check engine indicator illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. the contact called nissan south at 678-619-3104 (located at 6889 jonesboro rd, morrow, ga 30260) and was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty; therefore, they could not assist. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 114,000.

The dash is melting and causes a very bad glare on the windshield whether driving or parked going into the sun.it is so bad you can barely see the road in front of you.this is truly a safety issue.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the air bag warning indicator was blinking. the vehicle was taken to nissan of yuba city (1340 bridge st, yuba city, ca 95993, (530) 923-4548) where it was diagnosed that the passenger occupant classification sensor malfunctioned and the passenger seat cushion needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 36535317 and referred the contact to nhtsa. the contact stated that the failure was similar to nhtsa campaign number: 08v521000 (air bags). the failure mileage was 133,194.

Melting nissan dashboard , due to this issue unable to see while driving under sun , lot of glare is coming and image reflection on screen.

The dashboard of my vehicle is melting and causing a glare on the windshield that makes it hard to see especially in direct sunlight. this has been an issue in my vehicle for years. there has already been a lawsuit that was settled in florida where i previously lived but nothing was sent out to inform drivers of this. the time frame for that settlement has now passed and i have moved to another state.

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while she was attempting to exit a driveway, she became distracted and hit an oak tree at approximately 30 mph. the air bags did not deploy. the contact sustained several bodily and head injuries that required medical attention. the contact was transported to the hospital by ambulance. the vehicle was towed and deemed a total loss by the insurance company. a police report was filed. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 109,000.

The dash of my 2008 nissan altima coupe has melted so severely that it’s almost impossible to drive in the daytime. the material once melted becomes extremely sticky and dangerously reflective. what i mean by reflective, is that when the sun shines, it reflects so much light from the dash to the front windshield right into my, the driver, eyes. the reflections are extremely and dangerously blinding which makes it very difficult to see the road or anything else for that matter! not to mention the glue like surface that makes it impossible to put something on the dashboard to try reducing the deadly reflections! the manufacture’s defective product is extremely dangerous to the direct safety of myself and my family and every other motorist, pedestrians, animals etc.

Passenger airbag seat sensor frequently does not recognize if a passenger is in the front seat. doesn't matter if the car is moving or not. was told this was a recall and that it was repaired on my vehicle, but it clearly has not been fixed. dashboard is sticky and melted to the point that when it's being driven it reflects up onto the windshield making it very difficult to see.

Visibility is not clear due to the "sticky" dash being reflective onto the windshield. when it's sunny outside it's even more difficult to see out of the windshield. wiping the dash with cleaner only makes it worse. wearing sunglasses does not help either.

The dashboard is melting. the stickiness from the melted dashboard creates a glare that can make it difficult to see at times. this could cause an accident.

The dashboard area on the car is completely breaking down and melting. this melting has created a very dangerous shine and reflection on the front windshield (along with an odor). its become so bad then on many days its difficult to see the car or objects in front of you or you simply cannot see almost causing accidents. this is dangerous and clearly a manufacture defect that has been well documented and in some states was a class action lawsuit. it needs to be a national recall! someone is going to get seriously hurt and the information is available that proves this is a blatant problem. it is the vehicle safety authorities responsibility to force a remedy for this issue before an innocent individual is killed. nissanusa has refused to remedy or accept responsibility for this expensive issue when contacted. lives are at risk! the consumer is being ignored. my car is predominate garage kept with under 100k on it, this should not be an issue. something needs to be done immediately. clearly business interests are more important then consumer safety.

My dash board is cracked in several places and is very soft and sticky all around. my fingernails gouge the dash material very easily with very little effort. the stickiness of my hands negatively affects my grip and release of the steering wheel.

Dash board is sticky and melting. residue clouds the windshield. glare makes it hard to see. this is happening at all driving conditions.

I was driving down a dirt road and my car died i tried to start it back up but it wouldn’t do anything i can’t turn on any lights unlock or lock the car nothing. shows a light on the dash that looks like the key fob and looked it up and it says that something under the steering column can cause the issues and has a recall

The dashboard is melting that causes the surface to be extremely shinny which in return when the sunlight glares through it makes it very difficult to see through the windshield. i do know that florida owners won a case against nissan to have there dashboard replaced that cost them $250.00. but the state of north carolina states the statue of limitations is only 7 years. i talked with an attorney about taking on a case against nissan to have ours replaced, but no taker because of the statue of limitations. also, i noticed that texas has a pending suit against nissan for the residents with the same complaints. i have 2 pictures attached for your review. i really appreciate your assistance and i hope i have an answer within 30 days. thank you.

With an adult in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag off light occasionally illuminates. if the passenger lifts all their weight off the seat cushion the light goes out.

My car is making a banging noise when its started. my mechanic diagnosed as the exhaust manifold. other altima vin#s have been recalled, why hasnt mine?

The front dashboard is melting and very sticky to the touch. a glare results on the windshield during sunny days, which is an extreme hazard. i can't see large portions of what's in front of me due to the glare. this issue is well documented on the web and needs to be addressed by nissan.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melting and created a glare on the windshield. as a result, the contact's visibility was affected. the dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure mileage was 125,000.

Melting dashboard. shiny and sticky. very dangerous to drive in direct sunlight as it reflects and can drastically increase chances of an accident.

Dashboard is melting, producing a blinding glare on the windshield.

On saturday morning on the 8th of june 2019, i went to start my car. after i did so both of my airbag lights stayed on. even while driving down the road the lights stay on until the car is turned off. i called the nissan dealership of south strand nissan in myrtle beach, sc on june 10, 2019 and they said there could be multiple reasons for the issues, that i needed to go and have the car looked at. i do not remember the agents naklme, and i do not have the money to have them fix a problem that i honestly believe should never be an issue if th3y and the nhtsa did their job right with quality/safety control.

One day driving on a normal day on the highway, when my air bag light on the dash started to blink repeatedly, it hasnt stopped since. car has a clean title and air bags were never deployed.

Driving down the highway and my sunroof just seemed to have exploded. we just head a loud pop and shattered glass. we did not see anything hit it and there's no rocks or anything yo be found

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melted and there was a glare on the windshield that obstructed the driver's view. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the contact called autonation nissan lewisville (1601 s stemmons fwy, lewisville, tx, (972) 763-5527) and was informed that the vehicle was not included in a warranty. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to nhtsa. no further assistance was provided. the failure mileage was 115,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the air bag warning indicator was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to town north nissan (9160a research blvd, austin, tx 78758, (512) 451-7411) where the contact was informed that the occupant sensor in the front passenger seat needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 171,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan rogue. while driving 40 mph, the vehicle shuddered and slowed down abruptly without the brake pedal being depressed. also, there was an abnormal beeping noise. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to hudson nissan charleston (1714 savannah hwy, charleston, sc 29407, (843) 571-2810) to be diagnosed, but they were unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 6,000. the vin was unknown.

This car is driven about 5000 miles per year. at 5 years/25000 miles the transmission suddenly while in motion failed, leaving me stranded on the road. that transmission had to be replaced. at 10 years/50000 miles the transmission suddenly failed again, again while in motion, leaving me once more stranded on the road. that transmission also had to be replaced. it is now 12 years/60000 miles and today this transmission is starting to slip and make a whirring noise. (this is the date i have used below)

I heard on the radio that anybody that got a crack in their windshield on i10 is to file a complaint. that part of the highway is ridiculous, i have cracks. it sounds like its raining stones on i10.

Diagnostic scan was ran and supplemental inflatable restraint system came back with 4 codes stating: occupant sensor unit fail x2 crash zone sensor unit fail and comm fail

I bought a used 2008 nissan altima, it drive fine for the test drive i started driving on the highway to bring it home it started jerking real bad and then when i got to 40 mph the rpms started dropping so i couldn’t go faster then 20mph so i took it to a shop it said the whole transmission needs to be fixed on it , i started doing searches in it said that for those make in models of cars it said the transmissions were bad in to have a recall done

I can drive the car for several hours then after several hours the car shuts down slows down and then cuts completely off tries to restart the car it completely dies have to get a jump start. couldn’t get a reading on the car no codes would show up it’s been doing this for several months now. it’s very dangerous to drive not knowing when it will just shut off on me and my daughter.

Takata recall. car airbag censor not working. always keep blinking. gone to coral springs nissan dealer. as per them whole seat cuisine on passenger site need replacement. they have 2 opinion. as per mr. brandon only passenger site airbag will not work. as per shia both of airbag not going to work. it is dangers and cost for that is around $ 2100.00. i keep on changing tyre pressure censor many time. but this is rediculous that such a safety requirements doesn’t have warranty. my car has only 66000 mile. my desk board leather is also cracking. means either end up spending more then $ 3500 to keep running because of safety reason. otherwise my car is fine and fit. i heardly use 500 miles a month. can you do something.

Power steering pressure hose leaking fluid i keep filling fluid using my car daily for my work

I purchased this vehicle used and the dash is melting and sticky. it is black and the glare from this defective dashboard is extremely hazardous. it makes it impossible to drive safely.

I was driving on highway and everything was good. suddenly the car lost power but the engine was still running well. the car just stopped and could't move. it was very dangerous because i was driving the car on a very busy highway. nissan should recall the 2008 nissan altima!

Tl* the consumer owns a 2008 nissan altima. the consumer stated that the dashboard was melted. the vehicle was taken to freehold nissan (4041 u.s. 9 n, freehold, nj 07728, (732) 984-9080) where the consumer was informed that there was no remedy for the failure. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 81,000. *bf *as

My dashboard is melting

I have put 2 different cvt trannys in my 08 altima coupe and both have failed and stuck having to do a 3rd i was on the freeway at 80 when it went into fail safe with no where to pull off was stranded for a second time

My 2008 nissan altima 2.5sl dashboard melting and cracking, not safe to drive in the sunlight because it will shine on windshield.

I own a 2008 nissan altima. i was driving down a major highway one evening when all of a sudden the car begins to slow down. i press the gas pedal and the car seems to go even slower. it was myself and my youngest daughter. i was scared to death. the speed limit on the highway was 70 mph and my car would not go over 35 mph. i pulled over to a gas station and a nice man looked at the car and could find nothing wrong with it. so get back on the way to go back because i didn’t trust the car to make it to my destination. it did the ame thing again. so i drove with my hazard lights on all the way home and parked it. now it drives fine right in the small town i live in but i cant drive it out of town at all, which really defeats the purpose.

Takata recall- vehicle dashboard is melting

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving various speeds, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate and would randomly decelerate. the vehicle was taken to gerald nissan naperville (1575 west ogden ave, naperville, il) where it was diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact indicated that the transmission was previously replaced in 2014 per an unknown manufacturer’s campaign for the exact same failure. the manufacturer was notified and did not assist. the failure mileage was 212,000.

All i could say i will never by a nissam car. again in till ur fix the problems its transmission evey body i talk to its having the same problem with the nissan altima

The car seems to "slip gears" when attempting to accelerate from a stop. the cvt transmission doesn't seem to engage and move the car at times. it seems to be a common issue among nissan altimas of this year. researching online there were numerous complaints from other owners of similar issues. the car fails to accelerate at times when it is expected.

Melting dashboard. its so bad, the dashboard is melting and giving off this shiny sticky residue. i cant get it off and its so shiny i cant hardly see out my windsheild when im driving during the day.

My nissan 2008 altima started stalling while i pulled into traffic. it was happening for several months and was random. i took my car into nissan, after realizing there was a cvt transmission recall for this car. they examined the car and determined that there was no problem with the car, because the car did not report any diagnostic code. they told me to come back, when the car stalled and they could get the necessary code, since the car was experiencing the problem the code would be in the system. i had reported this problem to nissan corporate and got case number. on may 7, 2018, nissan found the code and the problem was a bad cvt transmission. nissan determined to pay half the cost of replacing my transmission. on may 18,2018, i picked up my car and experienced the same problem driving away from the dealership. i called back and the manager said the problem was caused by high fluids and to drive the car over the weekend and it should be fine. well, i stalled while driving into traffic two more times over the weekend. i called nissan corporate to say that the problem is not fixed. they have refused to do anything. i do not feel safe in this car and am terrified to drive it. i'm driving an unsafe car and nissan is not helping ... at least for now

While being shifted into reverse from a stop in a parking space, our '08 nissan altima coupe 6spmt made a loud clunk from the engine compartment and the clutch pedal went immediately to the floor. the shared brake/clutch reservoir was found to be drained to the level of the clutch takeoff. while this presented no immediate safety issues, had it happened while shifting at highway speed, i can imagine it would be, to say the least, highly distracting for the typical driver and perhaps more so for a less experienced one. i have experienced clutch failures in other cars but typically the system deteriorates slowly, unlike this sudden failure. i have diagnosed the failure myself (competent diy mechanic) and based upon no signs of leakage or mechanical failure in the area of the clutch master cylinder or reservoir, but brake fluid dripping from the transaxle, i am confident the clutch master cylinder or an internal hydraulic line has failed. thanks!

The dashboard of the car has cracked and become sticky. there was no reason for this to happen.

My dash board is melting from the heat and cracking all around. my passenger air bag light keep coming on along with tire sensor. had sensor replace several time and have same issue.

Excessive oil consumption at 120k plus miles. the last two or three oil changes my car has required an unusual amount of oil. i've checked a few online forums and this appears to be an issue with nissan vehicles. i had an oil change today and i confirmed that my engine oil was low and this was after 4k miles between changes.

The following scenario has occurred 7 times in the last week.when accelerating from a complete stop rpms will momentarily increase to approx 2000 rpm then reduce to approx 1000. engine. continues to run smoothly with no lurching or jerking. the vehicle simply rolls slowly into the intersection or onto the roadway. no amount of manipulation of the gas pedal results in any throttle response. placing gear shifter in park and shifting back to drive seems to restore throttle response. this is a very dangerous situation. today this occurred while pulling across the east bound lanes of hwy 278 to proceed in a westerly direction. vehicle moved very slowly across two lanes of oncoming traffic traveling 65 to 70 mph. will be contacting local nissan service center today to determine if any corrective measures have been taken by nissan.

1) clear coat and black paint fading to primer (year 2017-2018) 2) 124,000 miles - transmission whining as vehicle speeds up on streets and highways (march 22,2018) 3) black dash has melted, cant see out windshield while driving facing the sun (2017-2018)

Cvt transmission replaced at 82,139 miles. an extension of the warranty was done for a large number of cvt transmissions extending to 120,000 miles. my daughters vehicle is at 147,000 miles and the car just about quit running on the interstate 55 south on her way back to college. we had to have it towed 200 miles home and the transmission must be replaced again at a cost of $3500 and the car is not worth that much money. nissan did not correct the transmission problem, they just put another cvt transmission in the first time. this was an unsafe and unethical practice. they will not do anything about it nor give any credit because they say there are too many miles on the car. although there is only 65,000 miles on the transmission itself.

Daily driven 2008 nissan altima in south florida. vehicle dash has melted causing the dash to be sticky and reflecting a massive glare on windshield making it very difficult to drive. entire dash has started to crack and pieces falling off due to poor quality of dash. defogger for windshield has been affected do to the structure of the dash changing and becoming stick. extremely dangerous when driving and do not see any current recalls for the car or dash.

While vehicle was in motion with a passenger sitting in front passenger seat when the instrument cluster air bag light began flashing and passenger air bag indicator displayed off. vehicle has a fault in the passenger air bag occupant classification system, requiring the passenger front seat cushion assembly to be replaced.

Cvt transmission went out 119,00 miles. said warranty was out at 10 years on jan. 30 2018 going to have to pay $4,600.00 to have replaced and only giving warranty for 12 months or 12,000 miles. i will never buy another nissan.

Airbags did not pass inspection, received rejection sticker. airbag sensors are defective. both airbag lights are showing on the dashboard when the driver and passenger are sitting in the vehicle. this should be a recall, please advise. thank you.

Dashboard is melting and creates glare and releases fumes that are not safe.

While driving home after work my sunroof on my 2008 nissan altima exploded it was not hot or cold temp was approximately 75 degrees no other vehicles were around me at the time . speed was 50 mph on a city street i never use the sunroof it's always on the close position no prior cracks or scrapes on the sunroof date of incident 2/02/2018 . i did report incident to nissan as of 2/9/2018 no response

Dashboard is melting and very sticky both of which cause a horrific glare in the sun.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving various speeds, the vehicle shook. when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to kelly nissan of woburn (95 cedar st, woburn, ma 01801 (888) 352-5657) where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed replacement. the dealer stated that there was an extended warranty for the transmission, but declined to repair the vehicle. the manufacturer was contacted and a case was opened. the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was registered under a salvaged title in 2014 and the warranty was voided. the failure mileage was 118,470.

2008 nissan altima dashboard is melting and cracked. the dashboard produces a glare making it difficult to see when it is sunny. material for dashboard is defective.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. on several occasions, when the vehicle was idling or when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle stalled and lost power. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the crank shaft needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 171,000.

Intelligent key warning light is on when starting the vehicle and it won’t start or do anything, that is a shame y’all don’t have no type of recall for this problem looks like a lot of 2007-2012 have this same issue and y’all are not doing good anything. this issue should be a recall to many vehicles with the same issue. thanks

The dashboard in my car is slowly breaking down. the composition of the materials has degraded, over time, so bad that it has lost its surface texture in areas and is now smooth and highly shiny/reflective. the sun is now reflected on to my window shield and i am completely blinded and unable to see the road, pedestrians and cars in front of me.

Dashboard is melting due to heat and sun in texas. melting glue is creating a severe glare on the windshield, causing dangerous driving conditions as it's hard to see how the windshield. visibility is extremely limited. dashboard is sticky and cannot be cleaned or wiped off.

Letter from congressman cohen on behalf of his constituent requesting a recall on her 2008 nissan altima for safety related defects. *ld the consumer stated the dashboard melted and became sticky. the defect impairs the drivers vision. the manufacturer was contacted and offered the employee discount towards the purchase of a new vehicle. *js

Takata recall my passenger side airbag light has been blinking since 2014. the car was purchased new from the dealership. i called nissan at the time and they told me they would pay 40% of the repair. i told them i will not pay for an airbag replacement especially wince the takata recall was so prevalent. the dealership stated it would cost over $800.00 to repair the airbag (information i can send you, if necessary). i had a passenger in the vehicle several weeks ago and was almost in 't-boned' by another driver on the passenger side who ran a stop light. i contacted nissan and they stated they were unable to assist me in this matter because it was out of warranty and your department needs to issue the recall. so i now am asking for your assistance, so i can finally have a defective airbag replaced. i do realize i am not on any recall list but i can show documentation that the airbag has not functioned in over four years. i will gladly help in any information you may need. respectfully submitted...

Found dashboard melting and cracking around flat surface areas and a/c vents. extreme glare when driving!

Ny exhaust manifold is having trouble i’ve been told that there’s been a recall but cannot find anything recent. my tire pressure monitoring system isn’t reading correctly either and i’m scared i’m going to get into an accident. my exhaust manifold there’s a loud noise coming from it according to the shop that checked my car. i’ve kept up with all maintaince i am unsure what is happening.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the passenger side air bag indicator remained illuminated while driving. the contact was concerned that the air bag might deploy. the vehicle was taken to nalley nissan of atlanta (located at 2551 the nalley way, atlanta, ga 30360, (678) 825-6749) where it was diagnosed that the seat sensor failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 211,000.

2008 altima coupe. consumer writes in regards to issue with vehicles continuously variable transmission (cvt). *ld the consumer stated while driving the vehicle would into limp mode. the dealer was notified. *js

Cvt problem - whirring noise

Dash board is melting and cracking now falling apart

2008 nissan altima. consumer writes in regards to cvt transmission failure. *ld the consumer stated on more than one occasion while driving the vehicle's engine turned off. *js

At 120000 miles the transmission failed on this 2.5 l engine. we paid $3,000 to have that repaired 10 months ago. now the car is using about 1 gallon of oil every 3 weeks and we found that cylinder 3 has piston rings that are shot. our dealership confirms that this engine is known for transmission problems. i noticed that the 2006 model altima with a 2.5 l engine had an extended warranty issued because the car uses excessive oil and an engine fire may result. our newer model with the same engine nearly runs out of oil every month and is very hot. do we have any recourse with nissan? anyone else having these problems?

A service light appeared on dashboard failing my state inspection. i didn’t know there was an issue until a diagnostic was done. the same issues were reported on my car that are the same as thousands of other nissan altimas 2008 that were recalled. however nissan stated my car was not under recall even though i reported the same issues that are under recall. they refused to help me or give me any options. they said they were not responsible for any costs. the issues reported under diagnostic was occupant sensor ( passenger seat cushion) code b 1018.

Dash board is melted causing glaring when driving from dashboard and windshield.

Dashboard is sticky and melting

My entire dashboard has started to disintegrate. i noticed it started to get shiny and sticky by the window and it is now the entire thing is so soft i can slightly press my finger nail into the plastic and it will actually cut or gouge the plastic. i have never seen a cars dashboard do this. i only use water and a cloth to clean the dash and crack my windows in the summer to avoid extremely hot temps. it is like the sun has melted the dashboard but it doesn't matter how hot or cold it is it is always brittle.

Driving on highway and car lost acceleration and was forced to pull over. car went into "limp' mode. nissan dealership claimed the cvt transmission needed to be replaced.

My 2008 altima sedan had about 50,000 miles on it when in december 2017 i experienced an air bag warning light that flashed on the instrument cluster along with a warning light on the dash that indicated the passenger air bag was off. these warnings appeared no matter if the passenger seat was empty or if an adult passenger occupied it. this happened anytime the car was running (stopped or moving at any speed). i went online and found out that my vin was not covered by any active recalls. further research showed that nissan vehicles had many problems with passenger air bag warnings related to sensors and occupant classification systems for a broad range of nissan and infiniti vehicles for several model years since 2007. there was one nhtsa recall (#08v-521) related to this issue that covered my model and year, but this applied to only a small group of nissan vehicles manufactured in 2007-2009 that exhibited a specific diagnostic trouble code. my vehicle was manufactured one month after the last month included in this recall, but the passenger seat air bag sensor was manufactured during the last month of production included in the recall. the problems with the passenger air bag warnings go beyond the original recall. this is a significant safety issue that i believe warrants expansion of the above recall or a new recall. i don’t believe nissan is living up to its safety responsibilities. i have completed significant research into this issue (see attachment) that should convince nhtsa of the need for further investigation into this defect. i have invested a significant amount of time in researching this issue and creating the attached report. i would appreciate a response from nhtsa stating if they intend to pursue nissan to issue additional recalls, or not.

Dashboard is melting and cracking to the point where i can see the foam material that the dash is made out of make seeing out the windshield very difficult, especially when coming out of a tunnel during the day and not being able to see momentarily making driving very difficult. bought a dash cover to hopefully slow down the process and so i could see out the windshield clearly. also the passenger air bag light does lights up intermittently when no one is in the passenger seat. bought the car, 2008 altima coupe, in north florida and has been driven in florida, georgia and hawaii, where i currently live, year round. i have had the car for almost 4 years and have less than 75000 miles.

The dashboard is melting under the hot georgia sun and is causing serious visibility issues. this is a very dangerous situation when i'm driving in the sunshine. it causes a huge glare to appear on my windshield.

My driver's side door is not locking with the key fob. this allows anyone to open my door, but it does set off my alarm. my car has been broken into twice while parked in a secured access garage because they are able to open the door, snatch and grab. i read online that this is a safety issue because drivers should be able to lock their doors.

Loud bang and oil cooler busted while driving down the road at 55 mph, it started smoking and then fire coming from under the hood i pulled over turned of the ignition and got out and the car was fully engulfed in flames within minutes

My motor mount,has gone out. it lefts up when you drive it and make a knocking noise, when you stop on the gas.

Passenger air bag light on even thought someone in seat

The sun visors on the altima coupe break and hang straight down in the field of vision. i just ordered my second sun visor and i am waiting for it to arrive. they must be held up out of the way with one hand while driving with the other hand (until you can get it removed). when i suggested that there should be a recall, the nissan parts man said " i don't disagree with you". i think that means it happens a lot.

Transmission going into fail safe mode when driving. very dangerous, pulling out into an intersection and losing power in the middle of the intersection, possibly causing an accident by not being able to get out of the way of traffic. very scary and very concerning.

Dashboard is melting which is causing severe visibility issues. i am having to lean out of the way in order to see out of the windshield, and i try to avoid being in my car as i am severely concerned for my safety as it is progressively becoming worse

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that there were cracks on the dashboard. in addition, the sun produced a glare on the windshield, which affected the contact's visibility while driving. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer (heritage nissan 1500 veterans memorial hwy ne, rome ga 30161) for diagnostic testing where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed replacing. the vehicle was not repaired. there were no recalls for the failure. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to nhtsa to file a complaint. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Currently, i live in florida and am an owner of 2008 nissan altima. this car is usually in the garage and rarely is impacted by the sun. i have noticed in the last week 3 cracks appearing on the dashboard of the vehicle. i called nissan and they stated to me that there was nothing that they could do because i was out of warranty. i then looked on line and noticed that there was a lawsuit for this same problem with altima's in the years of 2008 and 2009. nissan know s that there dashboards were made with a defective material that was not able to withstand the humidity of florida. the lawsuit had come and past. i was 6 months from the deadline of april 29th 2017. the issue though with this dashboard is a visability while driving. the dashboard is melting and shines from the glare of the sun which impedes driving.

My dashboard is melting and separating, and it has a caustic smell. i've brought it into my local nissan dealership where they did indeed confirm that my dashboard is melting, has an odor and needs replacement. i have actually put my fingernail into the melting dash by accident and it has left a mark! i take excellent care of my car, including keeping it quite clean inside and out . i have been in touch with nissan via email and phone, i was told that my 2008 altima se is now out of warranty and was given an "oh well, not our problem" type of attitude and response. i am beyond concerned since the dash is degrading and shiny causing decreased visibility due to a glare. my greatest fear is that this melting dashboard will effect the mechanics of the airbag deployment in an accident, as well as the electronics that the dashboard protects. i am dismayed that nissan can treat customers with legitimate safety issues with a carte blanche or laissez-faire attitude. there was a class action suit in florida because the dashboard melting affected so many altimas! complaints are not limited to the florida class action suit, there are various complaints from other nissan owners in multiple states with the same problem. the materials are obviously defective and not meant to last any car owner more than a few years. i fear for the safety of myself and any passengers in my car! my car has 11,000 miles on it, and is well maintained. i take it in for oil changes and other routine maintenance; no consumer should ever have to worry about a melting dashboard no matter the age of the car, or have materials in it that degrade to the point that it causes major safety issues for any person riding in that vehicle. there needs to be a major recall on the 2008 altima, or any nissan made with this defective, faulty material. this is hazardous to one and all.

I bought this car with no title and i would like to get a title for it. please can someone tell me what the process is.

The dash of the vehicle is melting which causes a reflective glare in the windshield, this glare makes the visibilty very difficult at certain times of day. the vehicle is dangerous to drive in this condition. nissan is aware of the issue and has repaired these vehicles in the state of florida. this damage is gradual and we first noticed the melting dash around 2014. the vehicle was in tennessee from 2008 to march of 2017. we moved to new mexico in march 2017 and the affects of this glare seem to be more obvious here. nissan refuses repair my vehicle even though they obviously (based on them paying to repair vehicles in florida) know that this condition is dangerous..

2008 nissan alyima would not start. car was parked on the street overnight in front of residence as is most nights after being driven during the day to work. the next morning open car door with fob and pushed key ignition button and car would not start. the key symbol popped up on the dash. tried repeatedly to push button and car refused to start. had car towed to dealer and dealer stated it was engine column steering lock. this is a known issue with nissan altimas and other models; however, 2008 altimas were not included in service campaign and should be.

Since purchasing the vehicle in 2014, the dashboard has been continuously melting and cracking to the point where the glare from the black melted dashboard has severely decreased visibility. additinally, as more cracks have appeared the car no longer recognizes when a passenger is in the passenger seat and shows the airbag as “off.”

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the push button system failed to start the engine. the engine started when the push button was engaged numerous times. the contact also stated that the fob did not start the engine. the vehicle was taken to howard bently buick gmc (1230 huntsville highway, fayetteville, tn 37334, phone: 931-433-1585). the buick dealer advised the contact to take the vehicle to a nissan dealer for diagnostic testing; however, the buick dealer replaced the battery, which did not correct the failure. the buick dealer stated that the brake stop switch may need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard melted and reflected onto the rearview mirror while the sun was shining. the issue caused visibility issues. the vehicle was taken to the dealer (west side nissan, 1726 cassat ave, jacksonville, fl, 904-359-8016), but the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact back to the dealer. the dealer waited for instructions from the manufacturer. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

The dashboard has developed a glossy reflective sheen that produces a hazardous glare which greatly reduces visibility especially on sunny days.

My dashboard is melting. the interior dashboard is beginning to melt and deteriorate creating a glare when driving which is dangerous and distracting.

Push button sometimes works and sometimes don't ,something to do with steering lock module?cannot start engine.

My passanger airbag is not working when somebody is sitting in the seat it is still off when driving, their was an open recall on this but when i call nissan its not my model

Loss of power. can't drive over 60 mph. rpms keep going up but car won't go any faster.

Dash material is defective. it looks like it melted and become shiny, sticky, and reflective when exposed to sunlight. this is a driving and safety hazard because of the refection on wind shield, vision is severely impaired. i contact nissan and they used "passed warranty" excuse; even after i explained it happen years ago and while the car was under warranty. was told by dealer i purchased car to "contact nissan". i did, and they advised that was not covered.

At around 11:50 pm monday august 21, 2017 my son parked his nissan altima on residential street in front of a friends house while he ran in for a bit before heading home, about 10 minutes later 2 loud "pops" rattled the home. they stepped out front to find that his 2008 nissan altima was fully engulfed in flames 20-30 feet high. at 00:11 the fire department arrived and worked to extinguished the car, finally finding it safe to leave at 01:17. they car is obviously a total loss. i am requesting an investigation into the cause of this random "explosion" of the vehicle while parked. thankfully, no one was injured and no other structures were damaged (possible damage to the city road), this very well could have resulted in a devastating outcome.

The power start key isnt turning on the car, it allows you to enter the car but the start takes various attempts. the problem seems to be the lock steering feature malfunctions.

I own a 2008 nissan altima and live in glasgow kentucky . a while back i noticed a real sticky substance on my dash that was causing a terrible glare on my windshield. i googled the issue and apparently the 2008 and 2009 altimas dashboard will melt. makes it hard to see out at times

Just like many customers in florida. we in texas have the same issue with out dashboard melting on our 2008 nissan altimas. the main difference is the only customers in florida were offer replacement and not customers in other states like texas.

Takata recall, got in a car accident and the air bags didn't deploy. my car was a total loss. were there any airbags in the car??????

" takata recall" my 2008 nissan altiam dash is so sticky and cracking all the way down. i would really like for nissan to replace it all with we parts!!!! it is hard to drive with the sun comimg in the widow hitting the dash. please fix this for everyone. also my car is always outside. also i really love my car. i would hate to get away with it because of this.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle experienced a loss of power and the emergency brake warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ecm malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

My car was in my driveway when i tried to start it. a yellow light with a key appeared in the upper left corner of the dash. the car wouldn't start. we researched the warning light and tried everything suggested such as disconnecting the battery, disconnecting the negative battery, etc. with no luck. i have to drive to a conference 4 hours away tomorrow and now have no car.

Another melting dashboard; this time in north alabama. it's starting from what i've seen in pictures the normal starting places, which is at the defrost air vents, the ledge between the instrument panel and defrost air vents (where the dash appears as a two piece comes together) and right above the three air vents. the glare it creates on my windshield is unbearable, and making visibility very poor.

Sticky substance on dash/ 2nd transmission is giving me problems

The occupant classification system is designed to classify the size and weight of the front seat passenger and, under certain conditions, automatically turn off the passenger air bag. the software is incorrectly classifying the passenger seat as empty when it is occupied by an adult. it happens when in motion and stationary. it happens on a street and also on the highway. it is intermittent when it happens and it cannot be duplicated upon request but it does happen consistently. i have submitted other requests in the past but was told my vehicle was not affected by the other recalls at that time. (july 2011). i also own a 2013 nissan altima and just received a nhtsa recall 16v-244 recall notice for the same thing.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard on the driver side cracked and melted with a sticky substance. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 148,815.

I have been experiencing recurring issues involving the gas pedal failing to work in my 2008 nissan altima. whether on the highway, at a stop sign, or merging onto a highway the gas pedal will unexpectedly fail to accelerate the vehicle. i will press the pedal with absolute no acceleration from the vehicle. i have to floor the pedal to get minimal exceleration before the car suddenly picks up speed. i have almsot been rear ended while awaiting for the car to accelerate to proper take off speed. i have had the transmission fluid checked and a tune up done... still trying to assess whats wrong with the vehicle.

Dashboard, steering wheel, and shift handle have all melted from heat. the dashboard has become almost liquified, and the glare from the now shiny surface creates a reflection on the windshield, creating a safety hazard. the steering wheel has become gummy, making steering unsafe, and the rubbery material on the shift handle has become gummy, making it difficult to safely shift gears accuarately.

The dashboard is sticky which sometimes causes a glare on the windshield when driving the vehicle. my daughter is 18 and the primary driver of the vehicle. she has stated that sometimes on sunny days there is a glare on the windshield caused by the sticky dashboard. my concern is for her safety when driving and this causing an accident because of it. we live in texas where the heat and sun can be extreme at times.

Dash board is melting... causing extreme glare while driving.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melting and clinging. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

My wife has a 2008 nissan altima she bought 5 years ago. i have noticed over the years the dash seems to be meting. i have tried cleaning it with a damp rag. this only makes the dash gummy and sticky. even after i allow it to dry for a bit it remains sticky and dirty. she bought it 5 years ago for just under $19,000. i told her if we ever wanted to sell it we would lose big time. the car has every amenity; leather, moonroof, heated seats, bose sound, et cetera. it's very demoralizing actually. also, part of the steering wheel is sticky and falling apart. the leather part on the steering wheel is fine. one more thing... i have a 2006 nissan altima and my dash is solid with no problems. we both have always lived in mississippi. it gets hot and humid here but never had a problem like this with my 2006 nissan dash or any other vehicle i have owned. i am 40 years old and have owned plenty. example: a month ago i sold my 1994 ford truck that has been sitting in the sun for 3 years. dash had a few cracks which is normal but didn't melt. *2008 nissan altima is used everyday and properly maintained seems strange to me daniel

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 nissan altima. while driving 30 mph, another vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and crashed into the rear passenger side door of the contact's vehicle. as a result, the contact's vehicle rolled over multiple times and crashed into a sign. the air bags failed to deploy. the contact lost consciousness and sustained face, head, neck, shoulder, and knee injuries that required medical attention. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed and towed. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 191,000.

I have been experiencing recurring issues involving the gas pedal failing to work in my 2008 nissan altima. whether on the highway, at a stop sign, or merging onto a highway the gas pedal will unexpectedly fail to accelerate the vehicle. i will press the pedal with absolute no acceleration from the vehicle. i have taken it to mechanic several times and each time the same codes appear. the codes are p0223, p0123, p2135. respectively, each code means electronic throttle control actuator fault, electronic throttle control actuator fault and failed throttle position sensor. the recommendation from the codes is to replace throttle body. i have replaced the altima's throttle body twice and the after each time this issue continues to occur. i have also replaced the gas pedal and the issue still occurs as well. i have also performed the throttle body re-learn procedures as directed by nissan and the issue persists as well. both my wife and i drive this vehicle and we have almost gotten into serious accidents involving this faulty issue with our altima. it is very dangerous trying to merge onto a major road or highway when abruptly the gas pedal fails to accelerate the vehicle. this is very dangerous and nissan must correct this issue. upon, looking at the internet it seems numerous consumers of nissan altima's are experiencing this acceleration issue with the gas pedal. i have an appointment this friday with nissan but i am not very hopefully they can fix this affordably without charging an arm and a leg. this seems like an electrical or computer glitch with nissan altima(s).

I purchased a 2008 nissan altima in march 2015 and shortly after that i noticed the dashboard appeared to be melting.

The dashboard has a defect from glue surfacing to top and causing glare and sticky, shiny that reflects on window a hazard while driving. nissan will not pay and not a recall. this really sad mistake and no one will take responsibility. please look into this.

Dashboard is melting and causing glare on the windshield

When driving vehicle i hear a loud whining noise when accelerating at b all times. and when i put the car into neutral the whining drivetrain noise from transmission goes away. i also hear a rattling noise from center exhaust at idol and notice catalytic converter pipe has rusted out near engine flex pipe.

Have a 2008 nissan altima that the air bag light on the passenger side stays on whether there is an occupant in the passenger seat or not. this could result in the passenger air bag not functioning properly in a crash. problem is due to faulty sensor system. this has been an on going problem for nissan that has resulted in previous recalls and several customer complaints. nissan now has a recall of 3.53 million vehicles model years 2013-2017 regarding this very same issue. nhtsa please investigate that this recall should expand further to vehicles prior to 2013. in 2008 this problem was detected and recalled. the us national highway traffic safety administration upgraded an investigation into this air bag deployment issue after reviewing complaints whether prior nissan recalls adequatley addressed the problem. there are several complaints on this very website regarding this same air bag issues/sensor system problem with earlier model year nissan vehicles. i do not understand how nissan can only recall 2013-2017 model years when earlier models vehicles are having the exact same issues. nissan is turning their backs on safety.

The dashboard of my car has melted, presumably from the hot sun. it has become sticky and mess. however, it has also become very shiny. the shine refects dangerously into the windshield while driving, obscuring objects, including cars and pedestrians, on the road. the problem first began about two years ago but has gotten progressively worse. the attached photo, taken today, shows how the driver cannot see a large suv right in front of his vehicle because of the glare on the windshield caused by the melted dashboard.

Dashboard melting resulting in sticky goo to the touch thus resulting in visibility issues. terrible glare on windshield causing severe visibility issues - unable to see thru the glared windshield to drive safely. attached photo shows the severity of the glare as light shines through the windshield.

The dashboard of my 2008 ultima has melted into a shiny rubber causing serious visibility issues while driving during sunny bright days. i resorted to putting a plastic rectangle to cover the reflection on my morning commute, but now that plastic is stuck and semi-permanently attached to the dashboard from the stickiness. the attached pictures were taken on my driveway. notice the reflection of the rock wall and white garage on the left side of the dashboard. during morning or afternoon sunny conditions, the glare becomes unbearable. this issue seems to be very prevalent specifically with a 2008 model year altima. not 2007 and not 2009 so clearly it's a defect and a hazardous one too visually. also there are unknown consequences of the fowel tar like order within the interior of the car most prominently present afte the car sits closed for a while.

My 2008 nissan altima cvt transmission quite on me and my family and left us stranded and we had to pay for a taxi to take me my wife and kids home and we were grocerie shopping 30 miles from home and we were stranded on a county rd ##

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while attempting to accelerate from a stop sign, the accelerator pedal was depressed and failed to respond. the check engine light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired using a transmission kit; however, the failure became severe. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 67,666.

The dashboard of my 2008 nissan altima coupe has started melting. the glare from the sun on the inside of the windshield makes it very difficult to see oncoming traffic. extremely difficult to see on a sunny day in late afternoon. i know there is a class action suit for this in florida, but i live in tennessee.

The dashboard is melting and a sticky substance is causing a serious glare that obscures the visibility through the windshield. the melting dashboard is spreading due to sun slight exposure and heat. the defective dash boards has been reported widely by many auto owners and should be recalled for replacement due to faulty engineering and resulting is visibility glare/obstruction.

Upon my daughter arriving after a 300 mile drive, i see an excessive amount of chemical/glue?? seeping from her front dashboard. its as if dashboard is melting. in turn the melted dashboard reflect a huge amount of sunlight up to windshield which in turn causes light blindness while driving not to mention possible toxicity issues. very unsafe driving condition and environmentally harmful. nissan corp. should be made to remedy this for life and health issues.

5 yrs ago the sound of my engine changed and upon inspection the welding on the exhaust manifold was cracked. i was informed by pembroke pines nissan that since car is at 38,500 miles and out of warranty despite it being a manufacture failure it would set me back $975. i didn't have the repair done. for the past 3 yrs, my passenger airbag light will turn off and on even irregardless if someone is in the seat or not. furthermore, the radio will go blank or have illegible characters on it. i too have the melting dash issue as well as a couple of times i slipped and my finger nail has gouged out pieces of dash board. it's amazing that lexus has issued a recall on their melting dash board on the is250 & is350 issues but nissan could care less about its brand or reputation; i guess that's what happens when the company isn't whole japanese owned.

I bought a 2008 nissan altman coupe , in october 2014. my dashboard has started to melt in several areas. not only is there a glare on the windshield caused by the dashboard, but my car has started to smell like burning rubber when i try and use my de frost. my car is kept in the garage, and i live in illinois.

Dash melting and splitting.

The dash in the car is melting and creating a very bad glare when driving. it is very difficult to see and very dangerous.

Dash board is melting. bought the car in 2012 and noticed tackiness in places and asked dealership about it and they said it wasn't a problem. well less than a year later the dash was noticeable melting and cracking in many places. i have a child that rides in the car with me. i get nervous when driving towards the sun. these cars shouldn't be doing this and should be recalled and nissan fix the problem before someone is in a fatal accident because they could t see.

The vehicle dashboard has 'melted,' becoming sticky and very shiny. it creates significant reflection in the windshield, reducing visibility.

My dashboard is sticky and cracking in many places. it also gets so hot in the summer that i was removing something from it and my fingernail took a piece of the dash. my car is garage kept and when parked in the sun, sun shields are used. i noticed this issue in july of last year. nissan dealer said warranty would not cover it and there was nothing that could be done.

My altima front dash board are starting to melt under the sun, it becomes really sticky and it smells really bad. sometimes its really hard to see because the glare from the melting dash board. its both a safe and health issue, that nissan should be responsible for and this needs to be a recall before it cause a permanent damage.

I have taken my altima to a nissan dealership on a few occasions and everytime i go they say my car is not on the recall list. atm i have no airbags and i do a lot of driving which is very dangerous.

Adhesive used to assemble dashboard is deteriorating and migrating to top surface of dashboard causing severe glare which is in direct line of sight impairing safe operation of vehicle in good weather conditions. the sticky substance first appeared during january of 2016

My nissan altima dash has become sticky and shiny causing a glare that makes it hard to see at times. this also prevents it from being cleaned. it has melted. this was first noticed several years ago.

The dashboard seems to be melting. the dashboard appears very shiny and is sticky to the touch. the shiny dashboard creates a glare on the windshield which significantly reduces visibility. the stickiness also traps dust, dirt, etc. adding to the reflection on the glass.

Driving 75 mph on the highway with my 2 small children ages 1 & 3 my car lost all power without any warning. i find this to be a very serious safety issue as we could have been seriously hurt in an accident. i see numerous complaints about this, but see no recall for it. this is a serious issue that needs to be addressed before someone is killed.

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.

2008 nissan altima coupe 2.5s - dashboard is melting, to a point that the reflection of it on the glass is affecting by almost 90% my visibility. putting myself, my four years old daughter, and other (pedestrians) at risk.

Melting dashboard that causes glare in the windshield and makes it unsafe to see and drive.

2008 nissan altima. consumer writes in regards to vehicle dashboard melting/ sticky creating visibility issues from sun reflection while driving. *smd

I own a 2008 nissan altima coupe and have a problem with my dashboard melting. the stickiness or shine from the tacky dashboard creates a bad glare when driving in sunlight and at times can be blinding. quite frankly, driving my car when it's sunny is a safety hazard. i tried bringing my car in to nissan and showing them my dash, but basically was told that they could not do anything. my only option was to replace the whole dash at my own expense. i went on line and was surprised to find that this was a common problem with the 2008 nissan altima coupe models. even more surprising is that nissan hasn't made this issue a recall due to the many complaints from owners of this make and model of nissan cars. it is obviously a manufacturer's defect!! what can i do? can anyone help? on the bottom of this form it asks when this happened and i don't have an exact date but my dash started melting over a year ago and progressively has gotten worse. it started at the part nearest the windshield and now the sticky tackiness covers almost the entire dash.

Dash melting and cracking

Recently, i faced a near death experience driving my nissan altima. i was heading back to kc from columbia. it was windy morning at 3 am on 70 w and suddenly my car’s cruise control light started blinking, and my car started to lose its acceleration (while in motion on highway 70).with a double trailer truck behind my car a few other trucks lined behind it, my car lost acceleration and it fell under 40 miles in a few dreadful seconds on a national highway. my car continuously wiggled as it kept dropping speed with a whistling sound from the engine on the passenger side. as i pray to god to save me, it struck my mind to turn on the parking lights, the truck driver was quick to realize something was wrong with a car ahead of him and changed lanes and sped away and so did the others. i decided to keep driving until i reach safety. my car’s speed dropped to 40 miles an hour as my heartbeat went up. with another 20 miles to an exit, i was praying and all of a sudden my car started accelerating again. i was not sure if i should hit the brakes and be stranded or take a chance and drive until i reach safety. my gas mileage fell rapidly, it went down from 100 miles remaining to 40 miles as i checked. as a miracle, my car started to respond after driving for not sure how long but it started to accelerate. i was both glad and terrified that my car is responding and with big fear that it may fail again. i maintained a uniform speed until i took an exit on the highway. my car started to lose its acceleration again, after running over a light in a failing car as i prayed with tens of cars on the road behind me, i reached a gas station and confident that none of my friends or family will find me dead on a highway. i will never ever trust my car again. after diagnostics at a nissan service center, i found that a transmission failure was the root cause

When an adult is setting in the passenger seat the air bag indicator light will periodically go on. this has been an ongoing issue for years. st. charles nissan tech found occupant sensor failure to be causing the issue. there is a recall involving this issue, nhtsa campaign id number 08v521000. my car's vin is not part of the open recall, however, since it is the same problem in the same year vehicle, i wondered if the recall should be expanded. i have not been informed at what vin they stopped in the recall.

The dashboard is melting and reflecting on the glass. it makes it hard to see whats in front of you when the sun is hitting on your car.

Dashboard is melting,getting sticky and shiny and causing a very dangerous glare on the windshield.

The dashboard on this car is melting and crumbling apart. in early 2012 it started getting shiny at the edges on the vents openings next to the windshield. it has developed into a sticky, semi-liquid, very shiny, soft rubber like substance that sticks to anything put on top of it and comes off as a black residue when separated. the dashboard also developed fine fracture lines that have since created deep ridges all along the part, its crumbling, and pieces of the black outer material are just falling apart, revealing a foam material beneath. the cracking, crumbling effect covers the whole dashboard, not just the section that is exposed to sunlight. the shiny sections of the dashboard reflect sunlight into the windshield, creating a blinding pattern in the windshield that prevents good visibility. in sunny days it is really prominent and blinding, which is a constant in south florida. this is a serious safety hazard and could provoke an accident due to poor visibility. this problem started showing in early 2012 and has evolved since into a crumbling, melting, sticky, shiny dashboard. in hot days when the car is parked it smells like molten plastic. the chemical fumes from this decaying material can't be good to human health, these are most probably toxic.

Dashboard melting. it is extremely difficult to see the pedestrian, road, vehicles due to glare on the windshield when the sunlight reflects from the dashboard. the glare impairs the vision and we had many near miss incidents that could have cost lives, property damage. we request recall considering the safety of all on the road.

Passenger air bag: light stays on when person in the seat. nissan voluntary recall:pb090/p8242-dealer will check each vehicle falling between 07-08 altima; fault in seat cushion, dealer instructed to replace each vehicle falling within that range. nissan refuses to replace or check problem.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard melted in the sun and produced a glare, which made it difficult for the contact to drive the vehicle in the sun. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 93,000.

I recently began to notice that the dashboard has been melting. there are several sections that are melting and have become sticky. it affects my visibility during the day to drive the car because of the glare reflected on the front wind shield. i have attached pictures of the damage.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the air bag light remained illuminated. the vehicle was diagnosed as needing an air bag replacement. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the failure mileage was 67,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the passenger side air bag off warning light illuminated sporadically. the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 08v521000 (air bags, electrical system). the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 75,000.

The passenger seat has an electronic device that is not communicating with the car computer.it is showing a yellow light indicating that the passenger airbag is off. this happens all the time when the car is on. stationary or driving.

Hola me llamo[xxx] tengoi un nissan altima 2008 cuyo lo comple con 81 millas e cual ah empesado a tener ploblema la pisarra esta deretida completa rajada tiene olor a plastico derretido cuando en la tarde salgo del trabjo tien un olor super fuerte no puedo andarcon mi nina en el auto me dirigi ala nissan y me trataron super mal que pagar 4.000 mil dolares creo que no es justo cuando la culpa es de ellos vi en telemundo lo casoo pero la marca de mi carro no esta incluida so por favor si pudieran ayudarme se lo agradeseria se le puedo enviare fotos sin ploblema estoy bastante dijustado con el fabrivcante altualmet estoy pagando el carro con el banco es estresante andar asi en la calle eh visto barios modelo 2008 iguales con la pisarra deretida hable con lo dueno y le comente que yo habia ido al dile que eras ploblema de factoria que el dile me avian tratdo super mal pero bueno espero quealguien lea esto gracias “information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).”

Intelligent key indicator on dash indicates low battery in key fob. at startup battery replaced twice and other fob used. still lights on dash. car starts for now but afraid it will not. have seen this compliant on other 2008 nissan altimas

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the air bag and tire pressure warning lights were constantly illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 109,271.

Takata recall my dashboard is melting. it has become very sticky and causes a severe glare across the span of my windshield. this is making it extremely difficult to see out of my windshield and it is very distracting.i have noticed the glare for months,but as time passes it is becoming more difficult to see clearly. i am concerned that the limited visibility will hinder my ability to drive safely.

My 2008 nissan altima coupe has a melting dashboard. it has become incredibly sticky and is not able to be cleaned because of this. the "sheen" that is on the dashboard now causes a horrific reflection on the windshield reducing visibility drastically and causing a hazard while driving. contact with nissan has been completed and no action is being taken at this time. there are numerous reports of other owners having the same problem.

My 2008 nissan altima dashboard is completely deteriorating. the dashboard seems to be sticky and disgusting. it looks like it's completely melting off due to the melting it makes it difficult to drive since it is shiny and the glare hits the windshield it makes it difficult and dangerous to drive. i've been reading articles and many people are having the same issue i think that should be recalled and fixed.

The dash board has turned into a sticky mess, it can't be cleaned and is causing a dangerous glare on the wind shield.

The dashboard is melting, cracking and crumbling. the melting has created a sheen that reflects on the windshield causing visibility to be severely impaired. the dash is very sticky to the touch. further, the melting is causing a toxic chemical odor and what appears to be possible fume deposits on the inside of the front windshield. these are both clearly safety hazards that need to be immediately addressed by nissan. the exterior paint is failing as well. it is fading, peeling and the clear coat has degraded on much of the vehicle resulting in continued degradation.

Melting sticky dash causes glare while driving and makes it difficult to see traffic light change, glare is worse during summer florida weather. dealer claims they have never seen anything like it and offered no resolution even though it seems to be a common complaint. i try to keep my car covered or out of sun when not in use, left it at the dealer for unrelated service (3 days). they must've had it sitting out in the sun because the melting spread, also looks like they attempted to clean it because there was white residue left on the dash!

2008 nissan altima coupe has melting sticky dashboard that is shiny and reflects the sun and distorts vision. this is a safety issue and deserves a safety bulletin issues to repair. car operates in central florida. i tried to sell it and was told $2000 would be deducted from the offer due to cost of repair of defective dashboard.

Dashboard is melting, making it very difficult to see during the day with the sun's glare.

Dashboard cracking and seeping sticky fluid on top of dashboard melting

Tl* the contact owns a baby trend easy ride 5 (na) child safety seat, model number: ts40142 (na). the safety seat was being utilized in a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that an oncoming vehicle crashed into the driver side of the contact's vehicle. the resulting force caused the child seat to detach from the base. a police report was filed. the driver and two passengers sustained severe injuries that required medical attention. the child did not sustain any visible injuries, but required medical attention. the vehicle was towed to a dealer. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the manufactured date, failure mileage, and vin were not available.....updated 09/08/16 *bf *tr

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 nissan altima. while making a right turn at 10 mph, the glare from the sun obstructed the contact's vision. as a result, the contact crashed into a cinder block. as the contact was exiting the vehicle, the air bags deployed and caused head and chest injuries that required medical attention. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown. updated 02/10/16*lj; updated 05/10/18*jb *cn

08 nissan altima coupe that i purchased new in south florida february 08 that i've owned since has a melted, sticky, and cracked dashboard. also, the dash is changing colors. the defective and melted dashboard makes it dangerous to drive because the sun reflects on the dashboard making it very hard to see out of the windshield. as referenced in the class action lawsuit tracy sanborn v. nissan north america, inc. my car should be covered. i spoke with a rep at 1-800-nissan-1 and they claimed to have no idea this existing. i have opened my case and will hopefully get it fixed soon.

While i was driving on the street my car completely powered down, i was so scared, because there was moving traffic behind me. i tried stepping on the brakes and then hitting the gas again but the car would not move. i had to quickly put my parking lights on and pray that no one would hit me. then i turned the car off and on a couple of times and it started moving, only to power down two blocks later. i was able to pull over to the side this time and i waited a while and then turned the car back on. this time the service engine light came on. i took my car to auto zone and codes came up for the speed sensor and throttle sensor. this was so scary and hazardous, thank god i got off the highway beforehand because there was too much traffic!

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 mph, the contact stated that the front passenger side tire blew out. the vehicle dropped down to the sidewalk on to the curb causing the air bags to deploy. the contact mentioned that the side curtain and the seat air bags deployed. the vehicle was towed to the residence. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 107,000.

2008 nissan altima where the dashboard material has failed. as a result, it is sticky and shinny, mostly by the dash vents. the shinny has created a glare that reflects onto the windshield during daylight driving obscuring visibility. this reflection has a created a safety issue because it impedes visibility while driving.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while in park, it was noticed that the dashboard was melting. as a result, there was a glare which obstructed the contact's visibility. in addition, there was an abnormal chemical odor emitting from the dashboard. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced . the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 60,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melted and sticky. the failure produced a glare onto the windshield, making it difficult to view the road. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who did not diagnose or repair the vehicle. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the manufacturer informed the contact to have the dashboard replaced, but no repairs were made. the failure mileage was approximately 50,000. updated 02/05/16*lj... updated 05/03/18*jb

The seat is lifted and sliding especially when i brake or accelerate. it is unstable and sways from side to side. this is a common issue that i read with nissan seats and i am afraid.

The material on the dash is melting, and there are chunks breaking off, greatly affecting the value of my vehicle. this also causes a reflection on the windshield. there is a glare in the direct line of my vision and when driving into the sun it is very difficult to see. i have heard other makes of this same year have had similar problems, and had manufacture recall. hopefully nissan will follow suit. soon.

My panel is melting

My 2008 nissan ultima dash board is melting. the visibility is diminished in the sunlight while driving. this is dangerous. it causes a harsh glare and makes it very difficult to seewhile driving in the day time. the dash board is very sticky and shiney. this needs to be recalled for drivers safety immediately.

I have a melting dashboard. there is a glare that radiates from the shine of the melting area that presents a visibility problem. i already had an accident because of this, on 10/17/2014, and the issue is ongoing . now there is even more glare . i contacted nissan. they offered only to pay half for replacement. that came out to over 1000.00 which is totally not right. this is a defect.

The dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima is "melting" from the sun. the dashboard has become sticky and causes a permanent glare on the windshield.

The dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima is gooey, very shiny and causes a glaring image of the dash to project onto the windshield obstructing the view of the road. if touched, it feels like an adhesive object and has a chemical smell on hot days. this glaring image is continually projected onto the windshield making the car a safety issue to the driver and others on the road.

My vehicle was found to have a cracked exhaust manifold.a technician found exhaust manifold front pipe leaking. the technician also found oil cooler leaking and cover of the alternator broken. the dealer refused to service the vehicle because it is no longer under warranty. there was recall on several 2008 nissan altimas. maybe my vehicle should have been included in the recall.

Car suddenly would not start - was stranded and had to call to have it flat bedded to a dealership. i was told the steering lock needed to be replaced. was provided extended warranty for this part since if a defect, i was two weeks overdue and they would not pay for the work to be completed.

The dashboard is actually melting causing difficulty in proper and sufficient visibilty due to excessive glare reflecting off of melting dashboard. this is making it difficult in seeing pedestrians, animals, traffic lights, and signs. i've had too many close calls of not seeing pedestrians from this glare until the i was almost on top of them.

Dashboard is melting causing a dangerous glare on the windshield restricting my vision. the vision restriction caused by this glare makes driving hazardous in this vehicle. i have seriously considered trading in the vehicle for this sole issue. nissan needs to take responsibility replace these dashboards or at least pay for 50 percent of the costs. i have also considered joining the class action lawsuit which has been filed against nissan.

My dashboard is melting and causing me to loose visability. there is no recall and there is nothing i can do to stop it.

The dashboard is melting. it has become shiny which causes there to be a glare on the windshield which can hamper the driver's visibility.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracked and caused the air bags to become exposed. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 118,760.

The dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima is gooey, very shiny and causes a glaring image of the dash to project onto the windshield obstructing the view of the road. if touched, it feels like an adhesive object and has a chemical smell on hot days. this glaring image is continually projected onto the windshield making the car a safety issue to the driver and others on the road.

The dashboard is starting to melt bad. i've been trying to protech it with sunshades but it still continues to melt. this is causing glare on my windshield and causing obstruction for my driving and becoming a safety issue. not sure why nhsta is waiting for some accident to happen. i would request recall and fix the dashboard issue

The dash surface has severe melting and the resultant glare causes visibility to be significantly reduced under normal driving conditions. the result of the melting dash surface can create temporary blinding conditions as the vehicle orients to direct sunlight and after dark street lighting. this car is dangerous to drive. this product should be recalled immediately and fixed by nissan.

My dashboard is melting and beginning to spread down to the glove compartment. i can barely see when i drive because the glare is too bad. i almost ran over something and had to swerve because i couldn't see it...it keeps happening. there she be a recall before lives are lost.

My dashboard has started becoming gooey and very shiny. if i touch it, it feels like i am touching an adhesive used for something like a bumper sticker. the safety issue is that this is very reflective and projects a glaring image on the windshield making it hard to see parts of the road ahead.

Manifold, i have taken it to the shop, they told me that it could be the manifold or gasket, is there a recall on that part, very unsafe car fills up with the smell of gasoline it also rusting on the back by the wheel it seems to me that its to early to be rusting poor paint

The dashboard melts and it's an safety issue. sometimes i cannot see the road becasue the melted dashboard shines on the windshield.

My 2008 nissan altima coupe's dash is melting causing a glare on the windshield when driving into the sun. the glare is distracting and obscures my vision. the car was purchased new in 2008, it has approx. 80,000 miles, is kept in the garage after daytime work hours. the melting began this summer.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving at approximately 5 mph, the dashboard was melting with a liquid substance causing the windshield to have a glare. the failure occurred numerous occasions. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 100,000.

Dashboard melted and causes a severe glare on the front windshield. this glare limits viability and is dangerous when driving.

The dashboard for my 2008 nissan altima coupe is melting. in sunlight (most of the day), my visibility on the road is decreased tremendously due to glare the melting material causes to reflect on the front window. this has been a huge safety hazard while driving. from online searches, this is a common issue for many nissan altima drivers, and nissan has failed to respond and replace these melting dashboards. a recall is needed before an accident happens.

The dashboard on my altima is melting and is extremely sticky and cannot be cleaned. the defect causes a horrendous glare and makes it extremely difficult to drive safely when it is sunny outside which is quite often in louisiana. this is clearly a fault in the hands of nissan.

The dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima is melting and the glare when driving is making it impossible to see clearly. driving this vehicle during the day is extremely dangerous due to the glare from the melting dashboard. this should be recalled and fixed by nissan, it is clearly a manufacturing defect due to the material used for the dashboard. my teenage son drives this car, and he is now afraid to drive it because the viability is so poor now. it gets worse as time goes on. nissan needs to take responsibility for the defect and replace the dashboards before someone is hurt or worse due to lack of viability.

Was driving down major highway in nj and car began to slow down rapidly. was able to get to side of road before completely dying. car was towed to transmission repair place and cost 2000 to repair. now in 2015 i have the very same problem. car needed another transmission at the tune of 2000 more dollars. these transmissions are known for trouble. if someone's going down street in fast lane and this happens they can be killed. it gives no warning at all when it's about to fail. i do believe nissan should repair/replace this issue before someone is killed. could be me or my family. there are numerous posts about this i hope something is done fast. the passenger airbag light comes on saying off when an adult passenger is in car.

I need a new transmission at 126,000 miles! car began making noise as if it was stuck in a gear, it became sluggish as i was trying to accelerate, the car would not accelerate. drove it to sheehy nissan a few days later and was told that i would have to call consumer affairs because i was outside the extended warranty of 120,000. my mileage was 126,000. received call from sheehy service specialist leo saying that it would be fixed free of charge. the next day received another call from service specialist and was told that it was not approved by consumer affairs for repair. i called consumer affairs and was told that i would receive a call on friday, sept. 18 from nissan's regional specialist, quinashay, that more information was being gathered from sheehy nissan. received call from quinashay saying that there was nothing nisan could do for me because i was outside the extended warranty period! this is my third nissan purchase from nissan stanza to a couple of nissan altimas, always upgrading. i've been a loyal nissan customer and for what! never thought i would be treated this way.

Dash is melting. i have complained to nissan consumer affairs and they state they are not replacing the dash. it is sticky and shiny and causes reflection in windshield. i have seen lots of complaints on the internet for the same problem with nissan 2008 altima. nissan will not repair without a recall.

Dash is melting. i have complained to nissan consumer affairs and they state they are not replacing the dash. it is sticky and shiny and causes reflection in windshield. i have seen lots of complaints on the internet for the same problem with nissan 2008 altima. nissan will not repair without a recall.

I live in georgia, and my dashboard is melting. i cannot drive without placing a black towel over the dash to dampen the reflection of the sun. the dash has a clear, gooey, sticky, lacquer-looking, film that shines so brightly that it obstructs my vision. please note that it’s a hazard to drive this vehicle because there is constant possibility of not being able to see a pedestrian or other vehicles in my line of sight -- this could clearly lead to a serious accident.

Got in my car, started the engine, put car in reverse, backed up, put car in drive, car hesitated to go got up to 10 miles per hour, car stopped in middle of the road. my car was still running but would not go. towed to shop and it's my cvt transmission needs to be replaced. this is costing me $3,500 to replace. very dangerous another car could have hit me because my car stopped in the middle of the road.

It seems like nissan altima dashboard is melting and now it became sticky and shiny.while driving in direct sun it creates a glare on the windshield and hard to see the road condition.it is a major safety concern for a driver.this is happening may be nissan used a low quality material for the dash.this needs to be recalled and fixed by nissan.

Speed went from 70 to 60 miles per hour, it just drop

I live in sunny south florida, my dashboard is melting. i cannot drive without sunglasses on at all times because the reflection of the sun on that clear, gooey, sticky, lacquer-looking, thing shines so brightly that it obstructs my vision and has been affecting my eyesight. please note it is a hazard to drive this vehicle because there is the possibility of not seeing a pedestrian or certain things in front of me that can lead to a serious incident.

When adult is riding in the passenger seat warning light on dash says the passenger side air bag is off. then the light goes off, after a while it will come back on and go off again. it does not matter the length of the trip it happens during every trip. this has been happening since the car was still under warranty and the dealer claims they check all the "codes" and could not find any problems. i had it back to the dealer at least 6 to 8 times for this problem with no solution.

The dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima is melting away and has left behind a very sticky and shiny surface that emits a very strong vision impairing glare onto the windshield. due to this glare, i have had almost a number of near miss accident situations since this issue begun in 2012-13. the glare impacts your visibly, adding more distraction and limits response time when aggressive or phone distracted drives suddenly swerve or pull out in front of you as you try to avoid an accident. apart from the glare, the dashboard is emitting a very strong chemical like odor which makes me concerned for my overall health. i don't believe it is healthy for any driver/passenger to have to be breathing in the toxic particles from the materials and glue of which the part is made of. my other concern in this situation is the impact the defected melting dashboard has on the release of the passenger airbag in the event of a crash. the dashboard upon touch is very guey, sticky, and smears or comes-off when pressed. the manufacturer has refused to replace this part and has quoted $2,000 for part replacement. this is not only a very costly item, but also unfair to the owner who can't afford the repair and has to jeopardize their safety because of manufacturers negligence by supplying defective part. i try to avoid driving this vehicle unless it is necessary out of concern for my safety.

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 nissan altima. while driving at approximately 35 mph, black smoke emitted from the ventilation unit and the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact mentioned that after exiting the vehicle, it caught fire and the front passenger side door failed to open. as a result, the front seat passenger was trapped inside the vehicle and sustained smoke inhalation related injuries that required medical attention. the fire department had to remove the front seat passenger from the vehicle and was able to extinguish the fire. it was later determined that the fire was caused by a faulty ignition switch. the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 111,000. the vin was not available.

I live in central florida and own a 2008 nissan altima coupe. my dashboard began to reflect a real bad glare while my husband drives. he is the primary driver as i am not. he has complained about it as well but it is evident that he sees the glare as i see it as well. come to find out i have a melting dashboard per nissan auto technicians. it is gooey, sticky, and causes such a bad glare that we only drive in early morning or late early evening when the sun is not so extreme. the nissan service department stated to file a complaint to nissan corporate office since they have been replacing these at no cost for other vehicles. i placed a complaint with nissan corporate as i was advised. i received a phone call from them on 8/28/15, stating that they will not replace the dashboard for the following reasons: outside of warranty, no current recalls & campaigns, no service contract, no extensions history of service of the vehicle and other factors. what does that mean? there is not definitive answer. when i asked to give specific they said they did. mind you, i service my car and all maintenance has been done on the vehicle either by my husband and son (who is a mechanic), nissan service department or tire plus. i think this is absurd! we can cause a huge accident one day for a product default by nissan engineers. my husband has tried to avoid many accidents from this glare from the dashboard as the sun in florida hits hard on a black dashboard especially. i am filing this complaint to have the nhtsa get involved in enforcing nissan and any other vehicle manufacturing companies that are facing this issue to recall this defective product. this can cause many accidents and speaking from experience, we have avoided several ones thus far. we have been lucky thus far but i can't predict the future of what will happen tomorrow if this defect doesn't get corrected by nissan.

The dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima is badly melted and continues to melt. very sticky and anything that gets on it will stick to it including bugs! i couldn't understand why this would be happening to a vinyl dashboard because i've owned several cars and never encountered such a problem neither had i ever seen that in any other vehicle. i searched on line and was surprised to see that i wasn't the only one with this problem. i showed it to a friend who said it wasn't normal and i should look to see if there was any recalls. unfortunately, there is none.i did discover my dashboard isn't vinyl but seems to be made of a hard foam which melts and scratches easily. the glare from that dashboard is unreal and unsafe. when the sun is shining bright (and it does in pensacola, fl) i have to try to find a spot in the windshield where there is no glare in order to properly see through my windshield. this is definitely a road hazard and safety concern and i can't believe no action has been taken by nhtsa or nissan to correct this defect.

My 2008 nissan altima's dashboard is sticky and melting. the sticky residue reflects in the windshield causing a glare when driving during the daytime. in my opinion the melting dashboard is a safety defect and should be recalled.

I purchased my nissan altima used in 2012. a little more than a year later, i noticed sticky spots on my dashboard. initially, i thought i had cleaned my dashboard with the wrong product. however, the issue has gotten progressively worse since then, and i now know that the stickiness is caused by my dashboard melting in the sun. large sticky, shiny areas cover my dashboard and cause a very serious glare on my windshield that affects my vision when driving. this is a very serious hazard for me and for the drivers around me. it is a defect of vehicle's construction and should be addressed by the manufacturer.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle would not start until after several attempts. the failure recurred on several occasions. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake pedal was faulty and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 67,000. ma 10/2 *cn

My dashboard has started to melt. it makes the dashboard very sticky as if it is an adhesive product and turns colors. due to this over time, the view out of the windshield is obstructed by a glare from any light source whether its from the sun or from a street lamp. i do not use any cleaning products other than a wet rang for the dash when cleaning the car, and i take pride in my vehicle. since my car is out of warranty, nissan would not replace the dash even though this is an safety issue as some pedestrians or road hazards are almost unavoidable due to the glare. in addition, everything sticks to the dash including paper, sun visors, and even bugs as i am located in miami, fl.

The dashboard is starting to melt bad. i've been trying to protech it with sunshades but it still continues to melt. this is causing glare on my windshield and causing obstruction for my driving and becoming a safety issue. i would request recall and fix the dashboard issue.

My vehicle's transmission failed after only 90,000 miles. nissan replaced the transmission for free under their extended cvt warranty program, however, less than a year later, the check engine light came on while making a long distance trip on the interstate. according to nissan the cvt fluid required for the cvt transmission can become glue like and gunk up at high speeds or in hot weather, causing the engine to overheat and the car to stall. the solution for this problem is an external coolant system for the cvt fluid provided to the customer at their expense to keep the transmission fluid from becoming thick. i am extremely disgusted with my nissan experience, they knowingly are making transmissions which fail after less than 100,000 miles and are requiring them to use nissan cvt fluid which is a fail also.

The dashboard on my 2008 altima has been melting for the past year and is causing a large area of glare on the windshield. when i brought it up to the dealership last year, they told me i had used a chemical on the dashboard, that it needed to be cleaned off, and there is nothing they will do to fix it. they did not address the stickiness, either. this issue of a melting dash is dangerous, as it causes decreased visibility through the windshield with any amount of sunlight. please make nissan take responsibility for using lower quality materials by replacing the dashboards with a better quality material at no cost to the car owner.

My 2008 nissan altima started with a melted dashboard which is a safety hazard because of the glare on the windshield. i can't see when the sun is reflecting off the melted (wet) dashboard. more recently the entire dashboard has exploded and is cracked with the inner material showing. this is obviously a fault in the manufacturing, i have a friend with a 2008 coupe and the same thing happened. this should be recalled as a safety concern as it interferes with the driver's visibility.

The dashboard in the front of the car is melting and when the sun is in a lower position it will cause a reflection on the windshield that makes it difficult to see. this condition began shortly after the auto in question passed 60,000 miles and has gotten worse over the ensuing years

I've called several times in reference to this and got the run around. also called my insurance and they kept saying to call or go to you. dashboard is still sticky and being asked almost $1500 to get it fixed. i would like for this to get resolved.

2008 nissan altima dashboard "melting". majority of dashboard now looks shinny and appears to have a liquid shine to it, which causes blind spots during driving due to the reflective nature of the "melted" dash. cannot touch, clean, or wipe the dash as the surface is similar to tacky glue. nothing has been sprayed on the dash to cause this issue, this is just the heat building up internally and the design of the dashboard material being substandard.

I purchased my 2008 nissan alitma brand new in florida. the dashboard has melted and continues to do so. it has created a horrible glare and it inhibits my vision. not to mention it is unsightly and impossible to clean a sticky, crumbly surface. my local nissan dealer will not cover the cost as i am out of my warranty. there are complaints all over the internet about this problem. i don't believe i should have to pay over $1,000.00 or even $1.00 to get it fixed as it is a manufacturer's defect. there should have been a recall on this long ago. i moved to kentucky 3 years ago and it's melting here also.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving 75 mph, the vehicle jerked abnormally. in addition, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was no failure. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000. the vin was not available.

The dash board is melting. there is a sticky substance coming form the dash board that causes a significant glare from the sun. i contacted nissan consumer affairs and filed a complaint reagrding my dashy board (complaint #19437322) and a representative named "marisol" advised me that nissan would not be replacing or repairing my dash board at not expense to me. thsi is an obvious manufacturers defect and may owners of the 2008 nissan are experasincing teh same unsafe conditions associated with the dash board melting.

I notice my dashboard is cracking and soft and sticky. i see a lot of complaints about the same issue from other owners and feel this may be unsafe especially when if the airbags deploy. i am sure tests were done when the dashboard is fine but was airbags testing done with sticky, soft, cracking dashboards, probably not.

The dashboard of my card its melting , i called nissan they say there its no recall but i see a lot of complaits just like mine , whats going to happen when accident start happening when airbags deploy thats my concern

The dashboard on my 2008 altima 2.5s has completely melted. it is sticky, discolored, and cannot be cleaned due to the stickiness. nissan will not fix this as the vehicle is outside of its warranty. replacement dash runs over $1200 just for parts. i know it's only a matter of time before the glare from the melting gets worse and i crash because i can't see. ridiculous.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melted and caused a glare from the windshield. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 45,000. ..updated 02/01/16 *bf updated 11/15/2017*cn

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving at 40 mph, the contact noticed that the dashboard was melted. in addition, the contact noticed a sticky substance emitting from the dashboard. as a result, there was a glare and the contact's visibility was obstructed. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 24,740. updated 09/09/15*lj

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while the vehicle was parked, it failed to start intermittently. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v373000 (air bags, electrical system). the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 120,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving at an unknown speed, the contact noticed that the dashboard was melted and continued to melt at a rapid pace. the contact also noticed a sticky substance emitting from the dashboard. as a result, there was a glare and the visibility obstructed the contact's vision. there was also a chemical being released and inhaled by the contact. the dealer stated that they could not assist. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that nothing could be done. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000. the consumer stated as a result of the melting dashboard, 85% of the driver's side windshield was covered with a thin bubbly film, when driving in direct sunlight. updated 07/18/16.*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving at approximately 65 mph, the ocs warning light illuminated. the failure recurred on numerous occasions. the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure listed in nhtsa campaign number: 08v521000 (air bags, electrical system), but the vin was not included. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the passenger seat cushion ocs needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 65,000.

Dashboard has begun to melt, leaving a sticky residue that is highly reflective. in direct sunlight, it will reflect onto windshield causing reduced visibility. residue will not wipe off. attracts loose fibers, dirt, and debris. inner dashboard toward airbag and steering wheel is also pitting due to a tacky texture from melting....updated 07/13/16 *bf

I t-boned another car that had run a red light. the drivers side front air bag did deploy. i was transported to the hospital. the hospital found multipule contusions, sprains and strains to my chest wall, lower back, neck, hands and wrists. my primary care doctor ran additional tests, which found no additional injuries except, both hands had a fracture of the 3rd metacarpal (the bone located in the middle of the hand) and a tear of the tfcc (triangular fibrocartilage complex) in both wrists. which is located on the outside of the wrists. since the injuries to both hands and wrists are identical and no other broken bones or soft tissue tears were found on my body, i strongly believe that the air bag deployed to forcefully causing these injuries to my hands and wrists. if the injuries to my hands and wrists had been caused by them hitting parts of the inside of the car, the injuries to my hands and wrists would have been different from each other.

Dashboard is melting with extreme glare off of it. sticky to touch. sometimes hard to see with glare. since first noticing it, it has now covered almost 1/2 the dashboard.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving 35 mph, the front passenger side air bag warning light illuminated. the failure recurred several times. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 08v521000 (air bags, electrical system). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 170,000.

Went in for an oil change at mossy nissan, kearny mesa, ca. was informed the headgasket(s) were leaking coolant. not covered under warranty although mechanic informed me the leak(s) were a common and pre-existing condition. he went on to explain that nissan used the incorrect head gaskets for this model of 3.5 v6 (front wheel drive vq35hr to be specific). once nissan realized their mistake, all subsequent engines received the correct head gaskets and the leakage problems went away. i am requesting that nissan formally acknowledge the head gasket defect and extend the drivetrain warranty to cover the replacement expense. i am unsure whether the nhtsa can help me in this case, but perhaps if my complaint can be in the database, we can get more affected consumers to submit similar head gasket defect complaints in the hopes that nissan will be forced to remedy the problem.

Vehicle, is making a rubberish noise in the brake booster when the brake pedal is pushed down, brakes in the vehicle are relatively new and when required to a hard brake vehicle does not respond well. i had to refill the brake fluid reservoir with a little bit of fluid not much. i believe it might be leacking small amounts of fluid to the booster over time, i bought the vehicle from someone else known to me, so i have known the car for quite some time and its being having this issue for a while now. i have seen many threads about this problem, which must be solved with nissan. this should not be a problem at 53 000 miles.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated while driving at 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. as a result, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact and the air bags failed to deploy. no injuries were sustained. a police report was filed. the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 100,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving approximately 45 mph, the contact's vehicle crashed into a second vehicle and the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle sustained significant damage to the front end. the contact indicated that the seat belt malfunctioned and did not secure the driver during the incident. the driver suffered neck, back, and chest injuries that required medical attention. a police report was filed. the cause of the failure was not yet determined. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 144,000.

Dashboard meltdown - causing dangerous glare when driving nissan states not apart of recall? ?

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving approximately 55 mph, the front passenger side air bag warning indicator illuminated continuously. the failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where it was discovered that the front passenger occupancy seat sensor would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 53,000.

I am the owner of a 2008 nissan altima with a melting dashboard!! it is sticky to touch and creates an unsafe glare when driving which has become a safety hazard. i have contacted nissan on numerous occasions and i've been told that there were no other complaints on the dashboard melting therefore, they would not agree to fix it nor would they issue a recall to prevent what could eventually be a fatal accident due to what seems to be a manufacture defect on the rubberized material used on the dashboards. i am looking for help from other owners with this issue and the nhtsa for help to enforce a recall to prevent injury and possible fatalities due to this melting dashboard issue.

2008 nissan altima. after starting the vehicle, the front air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag sensor seat possibly needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 70,000. this is safety issue for air bags may not deploy in accidents. nissan has been notified with case# 18895692, they are reviewing. dealer note: dtc b1129 - b1132 front rh side air bag module: the front rh side air bag module is wired to the air bag diagnosis sensor unit. the air bag diagnosis sensor unit will monitor and shorts in detected lines to the front rh side bag module. replace the front rh seat back assembly.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000. ma 08/13/15 updated 12/1/2015*js

The airbag light for front seat passenger indicates "airbag is off" when an adult is sitting in the front passenger seat. adult weighs 125lbs. i have taken video of this as evidence. this happens intermittently. i have also called nissan customer service to report this. nissan says there is no recall or issue. i beg to differ. nhtsa bullietin 08v521000 list occupant classification system (ocs) "fails to recognize adult in seat and shuts off passenger airbag". shame on nissan.

The dashboard in my 2008 nissan altima coupe is giving off a strong chemical smell, is very sticky to the touch, and is so shiny that it generates an intense glare on the windshield when in direct sunlight. the windshield glare is a huge safety hazard that is only getting worse -- it used to be that i could get by with wearing sunglasses but now the glare is so intense that even with polarized sunglasses on, i have to lean this way and that in order to see what's in front of me. if i were to lose my sunglasses while out and about, i would absolutely be unable to drive until after sunset. it's unsafe for me and everyone on the road to operate a vehicle with such bad windshield obstruction. any bugs or debris that come in contact with the areas of the dashboard that are melting instantly become stuck. it looks a lot like a tar pit and if you touch it, a tar-like substances comes off and is very hard to remove from your skin. the fumes it gives off are nauseating and seem to make the windshield foggy. when trying to clean the weird chemical fog off, i have to be extra careful not to let the cleaning rags touch any part of the dash because it will literally pull the rag apart, leaving behind distracting pieces of cloth all over the dash. i asked nissan consumer affairs to help remedy my situation but they refused to help because the vehicle is no longer in warranty. it seems that as time goes on and the weather gets hotter, the dashboard only gets worse and worse. i cannot afford to fix the problem on my own (the dealership estimates that the repair will cost over $2,000) but i also don't feel safe driving in the sunlight.

As i was driving home on the interstate my 2008 nissan altima transmission made a loud noise and lost drive, i had to swerve to avoid getting run over by a 18 wheeler . i just made to the right shoulder . i was right next to an exit, the motor would rev but the car would not go more the 5 mph. nissan says my car is not covered under warranty i had to pay 3000.00 to have the transmission replaced.

I have a 2008 nissan altima. around 2013 i noticed that my dashboard starting melting. i reached out to nissan, did everything they required me to do to obtain a estimate from a local nissan only to be told that it was not covered under warranty. i have since done some research and discovered that there are thousands of people with this same issue. there is even a page on facebook with this issue. which i was blocked from by nissan for complaining too much. obviously this is a faulty material issue. this is a huge concern for me and i am afraid that this could cause and accident. i have no choice but to still drive my car because i have to get to work. now 2015 the dashboard has gotten so bad and glares off of the windshield which make it difficult to see. hopefully you can assist with this matter. thank you

Dashboard has melted. the glare has bricks so bad that it s a safety concern when driving in daylight. sunlight reflects and makes it difficult to see traffic ahead.

I am another very frustrated melting dashboard owner as this has been happening for some time and is getting worse. the dashboard is very sticky(if you leave something on the dashboard for any length of time it becomes stuck). the dashboard is also shiny and produces a glare. when you drive into the sun. the glare makes it very hard to see oncoming traffic. it is a definite safety hazard. i'm also concerned about the fumes and potential carcinogens being omitted that may pose additional health risks to myself and passengers. i stopped by my local south florida dealership and was told that i was basically out of luck as it is past the warranty provided(?) by nissan.

My 2008 nissan altima 2.5 showing a residue on front dash about 2 years ago. it has worsened to point where a glare from sunlight reflection disrupts field of vision while driving. i've seen numerous other complaints about the dashboard melting in warmer climates with higher quantity of sunlight. *tr

The vehicle has stalled when driving on several occasions. at 20 mph on local roads, car suddenly stalled and would not accelerate. this happened again on the highway at 65 mph and again when driving at 5 mph in a parking lot. the car had to be towed after each event. car has been taken to 3 separate dealerships for evaluation but no cause of the malfunction has been determined. *tr

A few months ago i noticed the dashboard of my 2008 altima was melting especially around the air vents. there's also a burn smell coming from the shiny area. it's becoming hard to see during the day due to glare from the shiny area. also i did notice my ac system was making strange noises and would shut off the engine when i turned it on. sometimes it blows warm air and has completely died recently. i took it to a mechanic who mentioned that he's never seen anything like a melting dashboard in his 20+ years of repairing cars. he ran a dye test on the ac and strangely there was no freon leak. he had to drain all the freon so that i can't have an accident when the engine shuts off in case i tried to start the ac. i will have to spend $1000 just for the ac alone..... mechanic recommended i consult nissan regarding the melting dashboard. *tr

The dashboard has began to seep liquid out of the rubber that they use and is making the glare from the dash on the windshield extremely dangerous to drive. it is difficult to see during the day with the glare and could cause an accident. *tr

Dash has been melting and continuing to get worse.. the glare is so bad i'm blinded. it is completely impossible to clean.. recall!! people are going to get seriously injured due to this. *tr

My 2008 nissan altima 2.5 s started showing a residue on front dash about 2 years ago. it has worsened to point where a glare from sunlight reflection disrupts field of vision while driving. i've seen numerous other complaints about the dashboard melting in warmer climates with higher quantity of sunlight. i've researched some of the reasons why and it appears it is due to lower grade formulation of plastic used in this model as well as other manufacturers. *tr

The dashboard on the vehicle seems to be melting. the surface has become shiny and causes a glare when light hits it. *tr

Purchase car 2010 abs brake came on all time dealer try to reset abs light it would turn off for few days and come make on they dont no why it doing it :( its 2015 and light still on. 2014 i was on interstate going 65 mph then all sudden my nissan started losing power fast when i pushed on gas was not reading. had to pull to side of road and we had checked all fluids and looked for any leaks which all was good. i had gotten and my oil changed before my trip. sat on side interstate for 20 mins try to restart it started ok just had no power like gas was nit flowing right. waiting another 10 mins trying again. finally gain power and was able to get to my destination. had it checked by shop couldn't fine problem. the car sometime don't turn over on push start and i have to slam down on my break to start it about 5 times took to nissan dealer said they have no idea why it keeps sticking and not turning over i also had to change my battery 3 times from 2010 to 2014 . which that's not good. i see all these 2008 nissans getting recalled then i look at the my car and how much money i had to pay out pocket for the same recalls on other nissan . found out exhaust manifold has been recalled on many 2008 nissans but mine and that is one of problems wrong ! *tr

My dashboard is melting and has a strong glare when the sun is out. it's very hard to see in the day and it's very sticky. i really love my car but i'm very unhappy that this happened. nissan needs to take responsibility and fix it! *tr

My 2008 nissan altima needs to be recalled due to dashboard melting. the dashboard is sticky and gives off a glare during the daytime while driving. this issue is extremely hazardous and blinds my vision when i drive during the day. please nissan fix this issue. take responsibility for the materials used when manufacturing a vehicle. care about your customers concerns and fix my dashboard. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. while driving at 40 mph, the sun reflected off the dashboard and caused a glare, which made it almost impossible to view the road. the failure recurred continuously. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the dashboard was melting and left a wet, sticky residue. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 10,000.

Car cranks but won't start. *tr

This is the 5th time this has happened in the last 4 weeks and each time i have been left stranded. the escl - electronic steering column lock has failed. my car unlocks/locks properly with the key fob, aux electrical works fine, headlights, radio ect.. however the brake will not depress and the steering wheel is locked not allowing me to start my vehicle leaving me stranded. this is bs! i am very upsetnissan should have a recall and replace this part, but instead i was told this will cost me upward of $1,000 to repair. please help!!!! *tr

Melting dash, glare on window hard to see things in front of car. especially when driving into sun. *tr

The dashboard is melting causing a glare on the windshield which strongly affects driver visibility. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that smoke started to emit from the hood and unknown fluid was discovered on the engine after inspecting the vehicle. the contact mentioned that the vehicle failed to shift out of park. the vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed that a coolant hose clamp needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

My dashboard is producing a sticky substance. dealer tells me the substance is glue because the dash is melting. nissan will not help in anyway even though the car has impeccable service records. i am concerned the substance creates a glare on the windshield which becomes a safety concern and i am also very concerned as to what we are inhaling while in the vehicle. these vehicles need to be recalled for faulty parts and someone needs to test these dashboards and see what is going on. i am forced to pay $2300 to replace or risk possible health concerns or lord forbid a horrible accident due to glare.. *tr

While driving on the highway, my cvt began to make a whining sound and decreased speed down form 70+ miles all the way down to 30-40 miles almost causing me to have an accident. this is not safe and can cause an accident or even death. being afraid to drive your vehicle on the highway/freeway shouldn't be an issue. *tr

The dashboard on my son's 2008 nissan altima has melted. *tr

The dashboard is melting and deteriorating. extremely sticky and shiny. very glary in both night and daytime driving. it's a real visibility issue. airbag deployment may possibly be affected also. nissan agreed to replace the dash but would not pay for the labor cost which was almost $300. this dashboard was constructed of inferior materials and nissan knows it. that is why they agreed to pay for the part. *tr

Dashboard is melting- part of it has a slick looking surface and part is just collecting dust and dirt. the glare it creates is a driving hazard and i am concerned about the heath risks associated with the toxins associated with the deteriorating material- *tr

Dashboard appears to be melting. it is sticky and reflects off windshield. while driving this reflection is distracting. *tr

The dashboard of my altima is melting and has been melting. it is extremely hard to see when driving, in fact has almost gotten me in multiple wrecks. is it still safe enough not to be recalled? when the sun hits the windshield i can hardly see. you'd rather risk lives rather than have the manufacture replace a faulty cosmetic part they put on the market. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. after starting the vehicle, the front air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag sensor possibly needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 97,000.

The dashboard of my 2008 nissan altima has been melting for over a year and a half and is now causing such a large and intense glare on the windshield that it is difficult to see during daytime hours and at night when driving under lights. the dashboard is constantly sticky and comes off in chunks when you touch it. i have searched for information about this issue and found several people with the same problem. some have even reported issues/possible issues with the airbags. it wasn't until today when i searched again, hoping others may have come up with a solution, that i found a thread on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nissanusa/posts/10152938385130375) discussing actions to take to better this situation. one nissan owner suggested filing a complaint here. some owners have reported quotes from nissan dealerships ranging from $300 to over $2500 when nissan knows of this defect and it is not in any way caused by the car owners. please help us fix this situation. *tr updated 5/4/2016*js

Dash board is melting.... i see other have this issue! its getting worse! currently most of my the melting seams to have started at the edges where cuts for speakers and such were made. but basically anything the sits on the dashboard for more then a few min gets stuck and sticky. *tr

Was informed by our nissan dealership that this vehicle has inoperable airbags due to a failure of the front crash zone sensor. of course, this is just an assumption on their part. this vehicle has never been in an accident or experience any impact of any nature to cause this sensor to malfunction. nissan dealership ran a diagnostics test, but still no clear indication as to there being inoperable airbags. was given two options, starting with one option of replacing the sensor in its entirety at an estimated cost of $525, and if that didn't work, running another diag. test at an additional estimated cost of $592. in an attempt for some assistance, a consumer complaint was filed with nissan north america only to be denied assistance on the cost of this repair. their decision was based solely on the age of the vehicle and it not being under a warranty. paying a $1,000 for a "guess" is extremely steep and unreasonable and a cost to which i cannot afford. due to their faulty transmissions, at 45,000 miles, the transmission on this vehicle had to be completely replaced, to which nissan picked up the tab for due to faulty transmissions of their cvt transmissions. being purchased as a brand new vehicle only to have a transmission being completely replaced at 45,000 miles sheds new light on the poor quality of nissan vehicles. at this time, nissan is refusing to assist.

The cars dash board is melting so bad the glares from the sun makes it hard to drive. *tr

The front of the dash board on my 2008 altima coupe s is melting and causing a huge glare on the windshield and is becoming a hazard to daytime driving. *tr

Melting dashboard. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe has been melting and causing very dangerous glare for a couple of years. in 2013 nissan evaluated my vehicle and advised me that nothing could be done because the vehicle was out of warranty and there has been no recall. it is getting significantly worse as time goes on and there is absolutley no way to clean it so now dust and debris collects and sticks and it is becoming a breathing hazard to me. please help me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dashboard melted. *tr

My dashboard starting melting about 3 years ago. i left a message on nissans facebook page and they told me to take it to a nissan dealership to get it diagnosed. i did that and they diagnosed it as a melting dashboard. i sent all the paperwork back to them and they answered me by saying the extended warranty was expired so they couldn't do anything about it. it is very sticky and is leaving a glare on the windshield and making it hard to see. it it also cracking in various places. nissan should not sell a car that cannot stand the south florida sun! i would like nissan to take charge and replace my dashboard free of charge because this is a manufacturing mistake not caused by me! *tr

Cars dashboard is melting. the dashboard is literally peeling off when touched. sticky residue remains on the dashboard and it won't clean off. whenever the sun is out, the shiny, sticky dashboard reflects onto the windshield causing a blinding glare. this glare almost caused accidents because of the limited visibilty. this problem needs to be fixed by nissan. *js

Upon driving the vehicle there was a strong smell of gasoline inside the cabin of the vehicle. the vehicle started smoking while driving immediately the car ran hot. had the car towed to nearest dealer that then informed that the exhaust manifold/catalyst converter had failed and was leaking. which they informed me was very dangerous but they where not responsible for repairs which led to cracked heads on the motor and eventually total engine failure. what a safe vehicle for a single mother of two children? not so much,. *tr

Dash board is melting and poses a possible danger when driven in the sunlight. vehicle is out of warranty. *tr

I live in hawaii and after a couple of years owning this vehicle, the dashboard began to melt causing a very bad glare to the driver. the melting started small but got worse over time. i believe the glare is a safety hazard and a recall should be issued by nissan to replace the dashboard. i have never put any kind of product, the only reason i can think of is the hot sun living in hawaii. i have read other complaints by nissan altima owners in warm climates as well. *js

I own a 2008 nissan altima with 125000 miles which i purchased new. i called nissan usa to report the dashboard melting problem and also report a whining noise coming from the transmission. a case was opened and within a couple of days i was told there was nothing they could do. nissan would have replaced the transmission if i had 120,000 miles, but when i called to report the noisy transmission my actual miles were 124400 miles. they claimed that i€™m no longer under the warranty because of the extra 4000 miles. i have owned three previous nissan cars and so far i was very happy with the quality and reliability of the cars. it is clearly that the issues is related to the materials used and parts used in this model and year. i would like nissan to take responsibility for the products they manufacture and sell. *tr

The dashboard has become sticky and shiny causing an unsafe glare onto the windshield. *js

I have a whining noise under the hood. whining noise is louder as you accelerate. *tr

Nearly 1/3 of the dashboard has melted, leaving a sticky residue that causes extreme and sudden reflection of sunlight, including during high speed driving. this is not cosmetic - it is simply a safety issue. my mechanic, with more than 20 years experience, has stated that he has never seen a vehicle (even old vehicles) with melting as extensive. please address this before it causes a major accident. *tr

I bought a nissan altima coupe from auto nation nissan in south florida. since the purchase the south florida sunlight has melted my dashboard, today i nearly got into a motor vehicle accident trying to look around the glare on my windshield caused by the melting dashboard. the melting is extremely unsafe and i'm not the only nissan owner in south florida experiencing this problem. please help. *js

I live in jacksonville, fl and the dashboard in my car appears to be melting. the glare this causes can be very bad and dangerous. i've had to struggle with seeing out of the car in the evenings because of the glare. *tr

Dashboard is shiny from plasticizers (?) leaching out or breaking down causing glare that is obstructing vision causing an unsafe driving condition. this glare obstructs the drivers view enough to make driving unsafe to pedestrians, bicyclists, other motorists and occupant of this vehicle. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that due to the heat from the sun, the top of the dashboard had developed cracks and was melting. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the failure mileage was 50,874.

The dashboard is melting. *tr

The dashboard started to melt and it is only getting worst. it is sticky ,you cannot clean or wipe. but the biggest problem is the extreme glare off the shiny melted surface. despite hundreds of complaints, nissan said they didn't know about any dashboard melt. i am also not sure if there is a health risk. *tr

The lock/unlock electrical system has gone out. the only way that the doors can be locked or unlocked is by manually doing it with the key outside the car or your hands inside the car. *tr

Appears to be an issue with my dashboard a sticky surface has appeared within the last few months and i'm concern when it comes to me or anyone driving the vehicle during the day as this causes a glare from the sun that can be distracting and annoying at times. i also done know if i€™m breathing any hazardous chemical from this issue, there is no reason for my car to be having this issue as this has occurred on its own, please assist and advise what should be done to get this issue resolved by the manufacture since they don't want to be held liable for this issue and should stand behind their motto in serving their customer for products outside of the warranty. *tr

Dashboards melting and causing a glare on the windshield that impairs driving ability. this is completely unsafe on the road, i cannot see where i am driving. *tr

I'm another frustrated melting dashboard owner. sticky, partially shiny and glare-producing. when driving in the sun the glare is a definite safety hazard. also, concerned about the fumes and potential carcinogens being omitted that may pose additional health risks. nissan is not standing behind this defect despite hundreds of complaints and accidents reported. *tr

My wife and i started to notice that the dashboard of our car is melting. we are extremely concerned about safety because the glare off of the shiny melted surface can decrease the driver's ability to see perfectly clear. it is a hazard, especially during sunny days. i have done some research online, and i notice many other car's owner experiencing the same safety issue. the melting is getting worse and nissan don't want to be held accountable. this should be a recall for the safety of public transportation and everyone around. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima is melting so barely i thing because of the sun and the bad material. however, it makes difficult to drive during the day because of the reflective glare on the windshield. my car is only 39,800 miles. i need help from nissan company. *tr

Nissan: door lock/unlock inoperative with intelligent key. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Not so much one specific incident but a few over a couple of months. first and most importantly the seat moves side to side and seems to be off track. the internet mentions many instances of seat problems and i don't understand how a car seat can be a problem, i've owned many cars and know many folks who owned many cars and never ever heard of a seat being a problem ever. but i'm going to be charged $89.95 to "diagnose" a seat problem that apparently if isn't affected by the tech bulletin could pay upwards of $1500 for a car seat. 2nd issue is my rear door locks stopped working. first it was the driver side back door and the lock stopped responding to the key fob and internal lock button. week and a half later the passenger back door locks stopped working. looking up this on the internet it's a common problem for nissan's. the dealer conveniently is going to charge me two (2) diagnostic charges of $89.95 to determine what the problem is with the door locks (again not 1 charge for both but two separate charges). the internet says actuators which i'll update later after this week if that's the issue. i'd think the nhtsa should investigate these two claims for a potential recall to save consumers from be fleeced for what appear to be consistent issues that aren't wear and tear issues and appear to be defects. *tr

My 2008 nissan altima dash is melting. it is impossible to see when facing the sun and a safety hazard. nissan needs to recall this item. *tr

I have a 2008 nissan altima 3.5sl, i live in southeast florida. my dash is "melting" and has become a shiny, sticky black mess that creates an incredible glare on the windshield. i'm aware that this problem has been under investigation for quite some time and i want to add my name to the list of complaints. i found it annoying that the dash was melting, i've had other car dashes crack in the heat, but not melt. the main problem is that the dash is so shiny now it can be nearly impossible to see through the windshield when the sun is out. i first noticed the issue a year or so ago. i've selected jan 1, 2014 arbitrarily. it was around that time that the issue really started being a problem. *tr

Dash board melting. *tr

Dash board is very sticky. have called the dealer but they don't seem to care. invested too much $$ for this to happen with no one taking credit and wanting to fix it. the glare is becoming an issue (esp living in the south where the sun shines brightly) your help is greatly appreciated. *tr

Oil cap will not unscrew on 2008 nissan altima manual transmission that is leaking oil. *tr

Sometime in the fall of 2014 i noticed an area on the dashboard of my 2008 nissan altima was beginning to appear "sticky" looking. my first thought was that a drink may have been spilled on the dash when entering/exiting the vehicle and the lingering residue had formed a coating. when i got home i tried wiping the affected area of the dashboard with water on a rag. quickly the rag became stuck to the dashboard material itself and couldn't be moved in a wiping motion any further. the rag took some effort to be separated from the dashboard, and sticking to it was a thick rubbery substance that was the same color black as the dashboard. it was then i realized that the dashboard itself was melting. since then the problem has gotten worse and the area of melted dashboard has increased in size. large spots on the driver and passenger sides' dash are now melted, as well as small areas above the a/c vents. the melted areas have a very shiny appearance that creates significant glare on the windshield. at certain angles with sunlight the glare creates a large visual distraction/obstruction and it is a dangerous safety hazard. the reflection from the dashboard onto the windshield can make it very hard to see pedestrians, other cars, traffic signs; anything that is in the area of windshield with the reflected glare becomes very difficult to see. in addition to the safety concerns, i cannot put anything on the dashboard now. everything i've placed on it will stick to the dash, and will come off with a sticky black rubber coating on it when removed from the dash. it's awful. and i fear that the substance melting could possibly be carcinogenic and making the air in the car toxic. this is a serious problem and there needs to be a recall from the manufacturer to fix it. it is 100% a manufacturer defect. please make nissan address this issue! please help with this! thank you *tr

The dashboard of our 2008 nissan altima has begun to melt causing it to become very shiny and reflect sunlight directly into the driver's eyes or reflect off of the windshield causing it very difficult to see. the worst thing about it is that is hits you when you least expect it based on the angle of the sun and causing difficulty seeing other traffic/pedestrians. *tr

I bought my 2008 nissan altima coupe 2.5 s brand new from the dealer with no problems whatsoever. this car is in great condition, but the only problem is the dashboard. but over the course of 5 years my car's dashboard has been progressively melting and i believe that if it is not fixed by the manufacturer it can lead to a safety problem on all cars that have this problem. personally i have never seen a dashboard melt, so i would really appreciate if this can be recalled and fixed because honestly its a manufacturers problem, not a consumers. thank you for your time. *tr

I own a 2008 nissan altima, purchased in 2010. at purchase, the dash board appeared tacky, but was intact and the original color of flat/matt black. over time the dashboard has become glossy black and viscous (as if it were melting). the glossy nature has become a glare issue, reflecting the light and at times impairing visibility. after a brief internet search, i see this has been an issue for the altima model, especially 2007-2009, as well as other nissan/infiniti models yet nissan usa refuges to acknowledge culpability. i also have found that a class action suite has been files in southern district of florida for this very problem ([xxx] v. nissan north america, inc.). there has been no recall of this issue as of yet, while mazda and toyota have issued recall notices for the same issue. this is a costly replacement ($2000+) and should be covered by a recall notice as it is clearly a defective plastic mixture and is an issue for passenger safety. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

During the past year or so, my 2008 nissan altima coupe has been developing a very sticky and extremely shiny surface on the dashboard which is unwashable and when sunlight is reflected off it, it makes it very difficult to see the road ahead and has nearly caused me to cause an accident on several occasions. i though i was the only one but reading up on it, this seems to be a problem with the 2008 nissan altima. please help and do something about this as to fix this potentially life-threatening defect, not only for me but for other 2008 altima drivers, passengers, and and fellow neighboring cars on the road. thank you!

My 2008 nissan altima dash board is melting. i live in miami fl. and brought my 2008 altima new from a local dealer. around 2010, i started to notice the deterioration of the dash board. i thought the problem was related to a cleaning product. however, based on my recent research over the internet and personal observation of other 2008 altima's own by others, the melting dash board is a pervasive problem. this problem is a real safety issue that nissan should be resolving by recalling there vehicles that have this problem. the dash board is so shiny that it inter-fears with the driver's vision while driving. when the sun is shining, the dash reflex the sun directly in the face of the driver. i reached out to nissan (case# [xxx]) they explained that it is nothing they can do because the car is out of warranty and refuse to repair or resolve the issues. however, since this is safety concern that has the potential of endangering the people lives, the warranty limitation should not apply. i am asking for nissan to confirm a recall and replace my dash board. case#[xxx] vin#[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

My 2008 nissan altima coupe's dashboard is melting. the material used for the dashboard seems to be inferior and it cannot accommodate the weather in fl. the whole dashboard is sticky and looks wet. sometimes this results in a glare that can pose as a driving hazard. this happened a few years ago and i only recently found out that i am not the only person with this problem. *tr

Went to a smoke shop went back out and my car wouldn't start.. my key yellow logo on dash is on so i'm positive it steering lock seen a lot of complaints about this and this should be recalled!!!! *tr

The dashboard has melted and is now a shiny sticky black surface that cannot be repaired. i did not use any chemicals on the dashboard before this started appearing. also, the dashboard emits gases that fog the window and cannot be fixed by defrost. *tr

I bought a 2008 nissan altima in florida. i first started to notice my dashboard had a sticky residue in july 2011. it has been progressively worse everyday. i have also begin to notice my dashboard is also cracking. i know this is not an isolated issue. the visibility has become a safety concern. there are times where i can't even see the road due to the glare. this issue needs to looked at if not recalled. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the ignition switch failed to start the vehicle. the failure occurred on several occasions. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 108,000.

Dashboard is melting causing severe glare from the sun which is causing a safety issue (cannot see vehicle in front of me with glare present). *js

I went to accelerate and car, i guess you could say it just gave out. it was still running but as i hit gas it would not go any faster. the car immediately started running very rough so i pulled over and turned engine off. i took it to a nissan dealership for diagnosis, and was told i need whole new motor due to the fact the camshaft broke. now this is a part i am being told that should not break and it must be a manufacturing defect. i was told to check and see if any recalls have been put out on camshaft. i did and there have not been. i am filing complaint because i think there should be a recall. i now have to pay out of pocket (est. is over $4,800!!!!) for repairs done to my car for something that should not have broke in the first place. and by the camshaft breaking it caused a list of other major damage to my engine, which is why i need to replace it! *tr

My dashboard is melting. when i drive, the sun hits the dashboard. it looks like a sheet of water because it is melted. the reflection hits my eyes and affects visibility. everything that touches the dashboard gets sticky and black marks. i have tried to get this resolved with nissan, but they refuse to cover all of the costs. i cannot afford to pay the huge labor costs and i do not fee that i should be liable for a factory defect. this is not only cosmetic, but a safety issue. *tr

Dashboard is sticky, melting and causing visual glare impending site. *tr

I just brought the car on the 12 and i notice that the dashboard melting. *tr

The dashboard is melting around the vents and other areas. this is causing a dangerous glare on the windshield. *tr

The dashboard is melting with this sticky substance that can't be wiped off. it is so bad now there is a terrible glare that makes the vehicle unsafe to drive. *tr

The dashboard is melted causing an unsafe and hazardous driving condition. the glare put off by the sticky film when the sun is shining compromises the visibility. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe has a sticky tar like substance spreading over my dashboard. this limits visibility while driving, driving in the sun it is very difficult to see traffic lights, street signs, and anything else you are trying to see out of the front window. i love my car but it is dangerous! it is impossible to clean or cover up . anything that touches it gets tar like stuff on it that won't come off.when putting on and taking off the sun shield you must be very careful not to touch anything with the sun shade or you will have tar in the interior of your car and your clothes. *tr

The dashboard is melting. i live in florida so it's constantly hot. sometimes when i'm driving i get this blinding glare because the dashboard is reflecting the sun into my eyes. *tr

The dashboard is melting and it is causing a dangerous glare while driving. nissan will not do anything about this... *tr

My dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima appears to be melting resulting in a sticky/tacky texture. the dashboard is causing a glare on the windshield which is posing a great safety issue. *tr

The dashboard of my altima is also getting sticky and the glare is a safety issue. i'm not sure if you have ever tried driving with something like a mirror reflecting a bright light in your eyes, but its an issue. it makes it impossible to see things in a lot of cases; like anytime the sun is out. i almost hit a child today on the way to school because the glare was directly in my eyes and it happened all of a sudden. these dashboards suck and nissan shouldn't be allowed to produce safety hazard ridden things that are sticky and tacky and literally falling apart. every time something nicks it creates a dent in the dashboard. they need to come up with a solution or replace it. *tr

The dashboard is beginning to degrade and become glossy and highly sticky to the touch. it runs the length of the dashboard vents and is spreading. there are at least 2 tv station news reports with video when you google "nissan altima sticky dashboard" . they are below. http://www.wsbtv.com/news/news/some-nissan-drivers-complain-melting-dashboards/ngrwz/ http://www.wptv.com/money/consumer/the-center-for-auto-safety-thinks-melting-dashboards-are-a-safety-defect-and-should-be-recalled. *tr

Dashboard has melted and the glare from the sun reflecting off of the melted dashboard makes driving a hazard. *tr

Car will not start even though there is power. this is the fifth time this has happened. dealer has replaced battery. problem occurred 1 month later. brake switch appears to be the problem. have been able to start after "playing" with the brake switch. dealer replaced switch but the car wont start again 5 weeks later. *tr

As i got off the interstate (driving 60 mph) then reduced my speed to 20 when i tried to accelerate it wouldn't go!! it would not accelerate and my rpm would climb up to 4 or 5! i had to drive all the way back home on interstate driving 20 mpg!!! it's happened only when i travel long distances!! i am highly dissatisfied with the altima! everyone i encountered about the 2006-2008 altima regrets getting one. *tr

Starting approximately a year ago, my dashboard began melting. this has produced a sticky, shiny substance on my dash that in turns reflects the sun onto my windshield. it impairs the field of vision at certain times of the day. i have notified nissan of this issue, and they have stated they do not acknowledge this as a defect. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle jerked and vibrated abnormally. also, the contact mentioned that when the accelerator pedal was depressed the vehicle failed to accelerate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. however, the failure persisted. in addition, the contact stated that while the cruise control was activated, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle accelerated and the cruise control failed to deactivate. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 118,000.

The red air bag/seat belt warning light on passenger seat is flashing continuously with or without passenger sitting on a passenger seat. there is also no change if seat belts are locked in or not - the red light is flashing all the time. on 17th of september my car was checked by nissan service at autonation nissan marrietta (925 cobb parkway se, marietta ga 30060). they cleared the code and monitor. on 13th of october the red air bag/seat belt warning light started flashing again and i made an appointment at autonation nissan. on 16th of october, my car was checked again by nissan service and i was told that the problem is in a sensor in a cushion seat and estimate cost is $900. they didn't have it in their inventory and i had to wait for a delivery. on 28th of october, i was informed that the cushion seat is in their facility. i checked nissan recalls list and found out that there was a recall of nissan altima 2008 because of flashing air bag red light (nhtsa campaign # 08v-521). the description fits exactly to the problem with my car. i contacted the national consumer affairs department of nissan north america and made an official complaint on 20th of october. i was informed nissan would contact me on the same day or next (on 20th or 21st of october), but no one did. i called again the national consumer affairs department of nissan north america on 28th of october and was told i would be contacted by nissan at the end of a day. i was not contacted by any nissan representative yet. i believe i should not pay for something that was recalled for this model year. *tr

Dashboard appears to be "melting". the dash has become sticky and shiny. the shine from the melting dashboard creates a glare on my windshield. this glare has become a safety issue and has interfered with my driving ability. i live in florida and the sun shines all year. this glare is no doubt a safety hazard and must be recalled. i have contacted the nissan dealership and nissan hq and both places will not do anything to repair this without charging $. *tr

My nissan altima is developing rust under driver side of car. and i was denied state inspection since it was hazard to passenger of the vehicle. i saw so many complaint with same matters on same year model nissan altima. i contacted nissan to see the issue with my car. and they do not want to look at it since it is not under there recall program. my car does not have 75000 miles on it and it is very unusual to have rust damage to the car at this point of the life of a car. i would like to see if i can get assistance from nhtsa to resolve this issue. *tr

Dashboard degradation. the dashboard appears to be 'melting' causing a dangerous glare. extremely difficult to see out of the windshield during daylight hours. *tr

My dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe is melting and causing a extreme glare while driving. i've gone to the nissan dealer and they refuse to repair my melting dashboard. there is no way to reduce the glare! this is not the consumer's fault... this is a manufacturing defect! *tr

Vehicle dashboard is melting and it's difficult to see while driving. it has become a hazard. *tr

Dashboard surface has degraded gradually.causing a mirror effect from the sticky surface. it is extremely difficult to see due to the glare from the dash surface at times creating a very dangerous condition. i know of many others in south florida that have the same condition. *tr

My front dash is melting where the sun hits. it is now like gum, sticky. *tr

The dashboard of our 2008 nissan altima has started melting and cracking. the dash is now so shiny from the melting substance, that there is a severe glare issue when driving on sunny days. it is almost impossible to read road signs because of this glare. this makes for very hazardous driving. there needs to be a recall issued before an accident or death occurs because of the severe glare. *tr

Dashboard has melted to the point of being bare in some places. over 40% of the dash is covered with a glossy substance making it extremely difficult to see through the windshield when the sun is overhead. numerous times i have almost ran over a pedestrian due to this low visibility issue. *tr

Dash has melted causing sticky mess and glare causing lack of visibility while driving which could result in an accident. contacted nissan several times they were no help and said they would not help with cost of replacing dash. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe is melting. it has turned into a sticky and gooey substance. when i touch the dashboard my fingers stick and turn black. every time i get into my car i worry the melting dashboard will be a safety issue. the dashboard reflects the sun from the windshield and it causes a reflection, so it sometimes becomes hard to see while driving. in addition to the dashboard melting, it is also beginning to crack. the issue was filed with nissan but they refused to fix or replace the dashboard. *tr

My dashboard is peeling and cracking which is causing vision problems while i am driving due to the glaring sun. i live in florida and my job includes lots of travel during the hottest part of the day. the peeling dashboard and the sun causes a glare on my windshield which hampers my visibility. this is a major problem that may eventually cause me to have a accident if it is not recalled. *tr

The dashboard of my 2008 nissan altima coupe began melting and cracking about 1 year ago. now the areas that are continuing to melt have become shiny and when the sun hits it at the right angle (early morning, and sunset) it causes a distracting glare to be cast on the windshield. at certain times it is extremely difficult to see vehicles in front of me without looking off to the side or wearing sunglasses to avoid the glare. safety concerns notwithstanding, i am not enjoying the constant headaches caused by the glare i am subjected to during my daily commute. please repair or replace this issue before someone gets hurt! *tr

Dashboard on my altima is melting and causing dangerous glare! *tr

After about 3 years the dash started melting. it gets worse each year. the matte finish on the dash is now a sticky, shiny mess that shines a bad glare on windshield in sunlight and under street lights. it is difficult to see when the light hits it at the right (wrong) angle. several other people have complained about this same issue for this same year/make/model. 2008 nissan altima coupe. nissan will not fix the problem, offered to replace for $1200 but this is a problem they created by nissan choosing poor material to construct the dash. someone shouldn't have to have an accident before this problem is addressed. nissan should recall and fix the problem. *tr

Dashboard melting causing glare making visibility somewhat hampered. *tr

Dashboard appears to be melting. it is sticky and shiny and pieces lift off with anything that is placed on the dash. the effect causes a significant glare in the sunlight that affects driver line of sight. deterioration has also caused multiple cracks in dash surface that may potentially affect air bag deployment. *tr

Passenger air bag light on. dealer reports air bag module passenger side no good. was a recall in 2008 on same issue. nissan says car not part of recall. find it hard to believe. called nissan,they never call back. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the entire dashboard melted and became sticky. the failure caused a glare onto the windshield making it difficult to view the road during sunny weather conditions. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 58,000.

While my husband and children were driving through ely, nv on their way to the lake, 300+ miles from home the car began to smoke. upon pulling the release to pop the hood, the car burst into flames. my family escaped the vehicle injury free. my car is now a pile of melted metal. someone please explain to me how this happens? and who is responsible? i had a year left to pay on this vehicle and barely 120,000 miles. what is my recourse? how do i replace my vehicle? please help. *tr

My car has sticky,melting dashboard that creates a glare on windshield and affects visibility. i am also concerned with the airbag being compromised due to the defective dashboard. *tr

Dashboard is melting. glare makes it almost impossible to see . safety hazard. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that both the driver and passenger side air bag indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the occupant classification system control unit located inside the front passenger seat failed. the seat needed to be replaced, but was not repaired. the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 08v521000 (air bags, electrical system). the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 50,000.

The dashboard in my altima is melting. *tr

My 2008 nissan altima dashboard is cracking and soft to the touch and sticky. i'm aware that there are others with the same problem and it is getting worst! i'm aware that it is a matter of time when it will be a safety hazard for me and wife that drive this vehicle. can you please let me know what to do and who to speak to; i'm looking to see if nissan will be taking responsibility and paying for replacing my dashboard. i thank you in advance for your assistance in this matter. *tr

It all started a couple months prior when my brake light was on and i could not find a leak or figure out what was going on. then i noticed the brake fluid was leaking just couldn't find where. we realized it was the master cylinder and replaced that as well as the booster box (where it was leaking.) that master cylinder was faulty and we had it replaced again. in march i was driving 12 hours back to my hometown for vacation after being told my car was okay and mid trip i lost my brakes getting off the highway. i was able to make it to my town using the little brake i had left since this happened in the middle of the night, in the middle of nowhere. the shop then does my pads, calipers, rotors thinking that is the issue seeing as i've been through 2 master cylinders; that was not the problem it was another faulty master cylinder. that finally was replaced and so far so good. thankfully nothing happened to me but i could have gotten into a bad accident. i also called nissan to be reimbursed like the campaign says and was denied. everything about my situation fits the campaign and seeing as the situation could have been a lot worse i should at least be reimbursed for the repairs. *tr

I own a 2008 nissan altima and its dashboard is melting. the manufacturer needs to address this issue because this phenomenon is simply embarrassing for a good company such nissan. *tr

Dash is sticky and continuing to cover the area.it seems to be getting larger each day.it is very blinding to drive in sunlight. *tr

The dashboard is melting on top near the steering wheel and also near where the defrost vents are. *tr

After about 5 years of owning my car (nissan altima coupe 08), i began to notice a sticky substance on my dashboard. after a little while i realized that it was actually melting. the melting spread to cover about 80% of the dashboard. as time passed, the stickiness has caused me to not be able to drive during mid-day hours because of the glare coming off the dashboard and hitting the windshield. even with high end polarized sunglasses, i am scared of driving because there's too many things i can't really see on the road. recently, in addition to the sticky melting dash it has began to crack along the edges. the side and back windows have been tinted since the day i bought the car in 07 and i used to use a sunshield for the front until the melting began becoming too messy to keep using. *tr

My passenger airbag sensor doesn't always work when a passenger is sitting there. that is while the vehicle is in park, putting it in drive doesn't matter it still says that passenger airbag is off. the only temporary fix is for the passenger to bounce in the seat and it might turn the airbag on and get rid of the message light on the center of the dash. this is in a 2008 nissan altima coupe. *tr

Dashboard is melting in all over, the material in the dashboard is now very shiny and makes it difficult to see on a sunny day (it's florida). dealership says car is out of warranty and there is no recall by nissan. this is a huge safety issue as it causes a reflection on my windshield severely impairing my visibility and there is a somewhat hazardous smell coming from the melting material. *tr

I keep my car in immaculate condition. i was cleaning my dash and noticed a very sticky substance. my dashboard is super soft and sinking. like its melting. i hope no toxic fumes are being released and my dashboard doesn't collapse or cause further damage. *tr

The dashboard on my 08 nissan altima is melting. it started about a year ago, but has got alot worse over time. it becomes a safety issue when driving during the day, because it puts off a blinding glare. something needs to be done, the dashboard should not be melting at all!! *tr

Dashboard is melting in all over, the material in the dashboard is now very shiny and makes it difficult to see on a sunny day (it's florida). dealership says car is out of warranty and there is no recall by nissan. this is a huge safety issue as it causes a reflection on my windshield severely impairing my visibility. *tr

I have a nissan altima coupe 2008 2-door and my dash is melting. i live in florida and now the glare of the dash melting is putting a glare on my windshield and is beginning to be a dangerous driving situation. i have researched this and it seems to be a problem with this vehicle. today i filed a complaint with nissan and i am waiting to here back. *tr

The dashboard started melting about 2 years ago. first it was sticky, and now it is has melted to the point that it has become shiny and puts a glare on over half of the windshield. the glare is so intense that the driver cannot see what is in the path of the car. the melting is also releasing something into the car that is causing a residue on all of the windows that is difficult to remove. the residue also creates a glare when the sun is low in sky that decreases visibility. i drive through metro areas and it is often difficult the see pedestrians due to the glare caused by the melting dashboard. this creating a serious safety issue not only for the passengers in the car, but also for others on the road and pedestrians. *tr

The dashboard is melting on my 2008 nissan altima. i know first reports were back in 2009 and nothings been done about these dashboards. the dealerships (yes more then one) claim they are helping but i doubt it, if people are still complaining about it today in 2014 means nothings been done to help out the consumers. melting dashboards can cause the airbags too go off when it gets to close, or even electrical issues since there's tons of wiring in the dash and also it puts out a huge glare on the windshield on sunny days meaning it can be really hard to see the road. i'm surprised there hasn't been a recall out yet on this since it is a safety issue now. something has to be done it's a manufacture defect so those dealerships should take charge of there consumers cars and help us/them out with this situation. or are they not concern for our safety? if so that's a huge no-no, could get a lot of dealerships in trouble and lose business that way, so please do something about this. no one wants to pay 1500$+ for a new dash when the manufacturer is at fault here. thank you for the time. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. after the vehicle was serviced by an independent mechanic, the catalytic converter failed. as a result, the engine needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 95,000.

Dashboard is melting!!!!! it is making the dashboard very shiny and it is so hard to see from the glare! i have had several "almost accidents" from not being able to see. clearly this is a default in the material of the dash. i see several others are having the same problem! this needs to be recalled before someone is killed from this stupid default! *tr

The dashboard is basically melting. it begins as just sticky, however it is really slowly melting and breaking down. it creates a bad glare when you are driving and it's really a safety issue. it should be replaced by nissan. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while parked, the front driver side tire deflated and the tire pressure warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the valve stem was replaced. additionally, the mechanic advised that the tire pressure monitor system needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 09v393000 (tires). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was unknown.

Dashboard is satrting to melt around the a/c vents and is sticky to the touch.

The dashboard of my car appears to be melting. it is extremely sticky and cannot be cleaned. the glare sometimes is unbearable. i thought i was the only one with this problem but apparently, i'm not. i feel this should be recalled and repaired. *tr

My dashboard started melting about 2 years ago. it is getting worse and causes a terrible glare on my windshield. *tr

The dashboard is melting away. the melting dashboard creates a terrible glare and at times makes it difficult to drive. not sure why it is melting except that it appears to be a defect and the glare causes a safety issue while driving.

The front dashboard is melting. there is a puddle of melted material that reflects light into the drivers eyes effecting the drivers vision. the company refuses repair the problem stating the car is out of warranty. believe the material used in the dashboard is defective and should be replaced beyond warranty dates and mileage. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph on a hill, the vehicle made an abnormal noise and suddenly decelerated to 40 mph without warning. the contact turned the vehicle off and after fifteen minutes it restarted resuming normal function. the failure recurred ten times, all while driving on hills. the vehicle was taken to a dealer. the technician diagnosed that the performance was reduced due to the cvt fluid temperature. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 88, 408.

Vehicle dash melting. this makes visibility very limited. glare is strong. sticky, shiny and dangerous. *tr

My dashboard appears to be melting. it is very sticky to the touch and creating a glare in the windshield. i tried wiping it down with a damp cloth but it remains very sticky and the glare remains making it hard to see in the sun. i'm concerned about the safety of driving on sunny days with the glare.

I parked my 2008 nissan altima 3.5se at my door took groceries inside and went back to park my car,and it would not start i could go thru the different modes of the push button start but the car would not start. i get it towed to nissan and the tell me my electronic steering column lock has gone bad they also tell me they have a recall on the same part on the 2009 models. price tag to fix the e.s.c.l $800 this is so unfair i believe the 08 models altima should be added to the already ineffect recall for the same exact part. *tr

Sections of my dashboard are melting. this condition makes visibility very difficult due to the glare off of the melted dashboard on sunny days. *tr

I have a 2008 nissan altima and i have had to have 2 transmissions in my car. i had to replace at 63000 miles and now i need another transmission at 149000. this 2nd transmission has only about 85000 . nissan won't own up to their problem with transmission. i am not replacing again for a 3rd transmission in my car. *tr

Regarding 2008 nissan altima: the air conditioning evaporator drain hose is poorly engineered leading to water draining back into the vehicle as opposed to outside of the vehicle. the water will pool in the back seat passenger side and continue to collect water until it moves forward toward the front seat passenger side. without correcting this defect the water will lead to mold/fungus growth, rotted carpet, rusted floor wells, and potentially electrical damage as there is a main electrical wire that runs along the passenger side floor that parallels the evaporator drain hose. *tr

I saw on the news that there might be a recall on melted dashboards for toyota and nissan vehicles, so i decided to file a claim. the dashboard in my car started to melt a month after i purchased it, which was a year ago. *tr

Dashboard started melting soon after we purchashed the vehicle. it has gotten progressively worse as time goes on. it is a safety issue due to the glare it causes as the sun shining in. it has gotten so sticky that you can't even put a windshield cover up to try to protect the dash. even with the windsheild protector the dash was still melting.

The dashboard first started getting sticky and then it started progressing really fast with the all over melting and sinking in. the glare was so bad that i first put a towel on it till it was stuck and i had a hard time removing it after i got a dashboard cover. now i can see cracks all the way down to the air conditioning vents and the side by the radio. the smell is absolutely disgusting. i'm really embarrassed about anyone riding in my car ever though it looks really good on the outside. i'm hoping the car manufacture gets enough complaints that they will do something about it. i know i will never buy a nissan again and when you are comparing the price of a new car compared to what repairing the problem would be. it would make more sense to go ahead an fix the problem for the owners of the car.. *tr

The dashboard has a big glare to it that causes difficulty viewing the road. it gets worse during the day but still causes problems at night. i am afraid i will not be able to react in am accident if i can't see. *tr

Dashboard is sticky and melting. can't clean it. glare on the windshield affects safe driving. *tr

The dashboard on my nissan is melting, which causes severe glare on windshield making it hard to see the roadway while driving. *tr

The dashboard on my nissan altima is melting. the material has become very shiny and sticky creating a horrible glare on my windshield and i cannot see while i am driving. it is very dangerous and i was told by nissan the melting material is emitting fumes. the windshield also has a constant film on it from the melting material, which combined with the glare is hazardous. *tr

My dashboard is melting and creates a glare on my windshield and it's difficult to see out of. it could cause a severe accident. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe is melting away cause of the sun. i have read blogs online saying im not the only one with this problem. it makes it very difficult to drive during the day because of the reflective glare on the windshield. im afraid it make cause an accident. i limit driving during the day because of this issue. please help!!! *tr

I parked my 2008 nissan altima 3.5 se in front of my house took groceries into the house i return to the car and it would not start. the key symbol was on. i can without pressing the brake change modes just wont start. *tr

Recently i have been parking in the sun at work and i've noticed that my dashboard has been damaging by the heat of the sun. it's to the point where items stick to the dashboard. i would appreciate if you could help me fix this problem. *tr

My 2008 nissan altima coupe has a melting dashboard. the dash is melting so bad that it is causing an extremely bad glare on my windshield and i can't see brake lights of cars ahead of me or even a car if it's small. *tr

Dashboard is sticky and the glare from the sun reflects onto the windshield and you cannot see properly. only thing you can see is the dashboard reflecting off of the windshield. *tr

Dashboard is melting and sticky.

My nissan altima 2008 dashboard is melting and has become very shiny. the reflective glare is a hazard during daylight hours and is unsafe. *tr

Vehicle crashed with only side curtains deploying, no front airbag deployment at all. resulting in occupant's death ..updated 08-28-14 *bf..updated 10/28/14 *bf updated 11/6/2014 *js updated 08/24/2017*ct *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was melting and exposed an extremely shiny surface that reflected when the sun shone onto the vehicle which was creating a visibility hazard. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who indicated that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 64,000. updated 3/18/15*cn updated 10/19/2015*js

When i accelerate the vehicle it starts jerking. issues with the tire light it won't come off and seat belt light. the engine light came on with p0744 code. *tr

My dashboard is sticky i had brought it in at 42000 miles weston nissan told me to use alcohol and they never saw anything like that and didn't know what to tell me about it....i went back again at 52000 miles and again said their was nothing they can do ...my vision is at risk it is blinding off the windshield i hit a stop sign in my complex which i could not see because of the blinding sun on my windshield, so now the front of my car has a ding....i have filed complaints nissan has done nothingi have filed complaints with customer service of nissan more than twice.... *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was becoming soft causing a strong glaze to be reflected and was restricting the view of the contact. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 40,000. updated 9/18/14*cn the consumer the dashboard was melting. updated 11/18/14

The dashboard in my 2008 altima coupe is melting and creates an extremely reflective surface that prevents me from being able to see the road, while driving in sunny condition. the melting/sticky started with a small spot on the dash then the problem got worse and spread over the entire dashboard. the glare caused by the melting dashboard is a definite safety hazard and it is getting worse. *tr

2008 nissan altima 2.5s dash panel/dashboard is melting. the dash panel soft-touch coating material first turned sticky and eventually disintegrated into a viscous substance. surface finish turned from matte to high gloss. the now reflective dash surface causes a large glare on the windshield and obstructs driver's visibility. *tr

My 2008 nissan altima 2.5sl's dashboard developed a gooey/sticky substance that i can't seem to get off...almost as if it's melting. the problem is the glare from the sun impacts my view as it projects up at the windshield. *js

My dashboard of my car is melting. *tr

The dashboard is melting and as a result its putting a glare on my windshield which at times makes it very difficult to see. *tr

2008 model year nissan altima coupe - recurring problem with dashboard. dashboard material "melts" when exposed to sunlight or radiant heat from being parked in the sun. the dash material feels oily to the touch and becomes malleable; touching it leaves a permanent impression. the main issue, however, is that the dashboard becomes highly reflective and causes glare, drastically reducing visibility. the vehicle is parked under shade as often as possible and a sun shade is used on the front windshield when there's no shade to park under - practices which have kept up since the car was purchased new in november 2007. the problem has been getting worse over time; becoming increasingly shiny each time it is exposed to sunlight. i'm thankful i haven't been in an accident caused by this issue but am certainly concerned by the reduced visibility. many other complaints about this issue can be found on the nissan infiniti car owners online forum: http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582.html*js

My 2008 nissan altima coupe dashboard is melting. it started with a small spot on the dash, i thought it was moisture from the air conditioner. a few days later the spot was getting larger. i felt it and it felt like sticky clear glue. now it's getting larger almost all the way across the dash. i took it to the nissan dealership and the guy said he have never seen anything like this. he told me the only thing he can do is order another one for me and that's over $2,000.00. i feel that i should not have to pay for another dashboard, when it's a defect from the manufacturer and it needs to be a recall on this product.. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracking causing the sun to glare from the dashboard to the front windshield, which made it difficult to see. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing however it was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving at 60 mph, there was a glare on the dashboard that reflected to the windshield causing the contacts frontal view to become impaired. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 60,000.

I've seen a growing complaint about melting dashboard on the 2008 nissan altima . i just wanted to formally file a complaint and it has becoming a nuisance when i'm driving and the sun is on the dashboard. it created a glare and it is difficult to see. *tr

I am so upset because my dashboard is melting and it looks horrible. my dashboard is so sticky and is coming right off and cannot even be touched. it is a safety hazard because the glare from the sun and dashboard makes it very hard to see! i am sad that i paid so much money for my car and it has this problem. *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the vehicle failed to start when the contact depressed the brake pedal and pushed the ignition button. the vehicle started after thirty minutes. the failure would always occur after the vehicle had been parked for a lengthy period of time. in addition, the contact was informed that the brake light switch was faulty. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 140,000.

The dashboard on my car is sticky and gooey and reflects sunlight glare that makes it almost impossible to see through when sunny. i am short and have to sit and stop between the glare where there is a small area that doesnt obstruct my vision. i also have cracks around steering wheel and stereo areas and have chunk of the dashboard now revealing the foam underneath. the rest of the car is in mint condition other than the dash. i reported to nissan and they told me to get estimate to get fixed. i still have received no response on what they are doing but the estimate came in at over 2500 and i cant afford to shell out that kind of money. the problem is getting worse and spreading quickly. i just paid off the car in february this year and it began to show signs of glare at that time. the sticky started around november or and i thought it was our fault until i saw a story about the melting dashboards on our local news and the pictures were exactly as my car showed. i am most concerned with the glare as i feel it is a definite safety hazard and it is getting worse. i have tinted windows and have always kept my car in the garage but it hasnt eliminated or slowed the issue. *js

My dash is melting! it was fine until april 2014 when the weather started getting warmer and the black dash became tacky to the touch. it has now begun melting with shiny/sticky globs all over and makes a horrible glare on the windshield making it hard to see with the glare from the dash. i have tried all sorts of products to see if that would help but nothing does and it is getting worse. *js

The dashboard of my nissan altima coupe has been melting, this causes some severe glare specially here in sunny south florida, please don't wait until there's a life lost to recall this issue. some citizens can't afford to have this manufactured defect corrected out of pocket. please, please, please correct the issue. thank you very much. *tr

I purchased a 2008 nissan altima brand new in 2007, and currently the dashboard is melting. i recently visited my local nissan dealership as i was told to do by nissan consumer affairs for a diagnostics. there the dealership also agreed the dashboard is peeling and melting. i was quoted a total cost of $1860 for parts and labor. i then contacted nissan consumer affairs regarding the matter and they created a case# and said they would get back with me on the issue. a week later they contacted me to say that they will pay for the parts but not the labor because my vehicle is no longer under warranty. i cannot possibly understand why i should be penalized or have to pay for any of this when it is completely not my fault. this is the first i have ever seen of a melting dashboard and i've had two cars prior to this one, one being a 1995 and there were no issues of a melting dashboard. this melting dashboard is also hazardous for me, the child i'm carrying and my two year old son, as it does affect my view while driving when its sunny out, which is pretty much all the time where i live, there is a really bad glare of the dashboard on my windshield. unfortunately this car is my only means of transportation and buying another car is out of the question for me financially. *tr

Dash is sticky and melting/secreting a substance. substance will not wipe off and causes an extreme glare on the windshield when driving during bright hours of the day. without wearing sunglasses it is almost entirely impossible to see the road clearly during these conditions. i never applied any kind of cleaners/chemicals to it. this is some kind of factory issue. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated while driving approximately 40 mph, a rattling noise emitted from the engine. there was decreased on engine rpms when the accelerator pedal was depressed. the vehicle was taken to a dealer. the technician indicated that the exhaust heat shield needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem who stated that they had trigger an unknown voluntary recall for the issue specified. the failure mileage was unknown.

My 2008 nissan altima dashboard is very sticky and melting. i called nissan and make my first complaint 2 months too late was told. since then the melting and stickiness on the complete top of the dash board is getting worse. inside the car now it?s also smelling like melted tar, which may represent a health issue when breathing it, and with it the intense glare, reflection of the glossy tar on the front window it's a severe safety hazard when driving, especially when this also could result in airbags being suppressed which could fail to provide adequate protection in the event of an accident. nissan refuses to help replace this defective dash board. last week i called nissan again. this time because the a/c?s evaporator needs to be replaced.i understand the cost of this would be my responsibility to pay, but because this is under the defective dash board, this one would have to be removed in order to replace the evaporator. once removed, the melted dash board, no guarantee could be installed again, i was told by service rep at nissan. a nissan supervisor told me the same as others and suggested for me to call nhtsa and file a complaint, so they would work on a recall for this. my a/c needs to be fixed. i'm in fl where weather conditions and rainy season it's next to impossible to drive with windows down. i'm aware that a/c repair is my responsibility but i believe it's unfair to have to pay an additional 2,000 because of nissan's defective material used on dashboards. this is a known concern since others have had the same issue. if nissan doesn't do right by its consumers and or a recall is issue, there would be many consumers in the future with risks of accidents and/or possible respiratory health issues. a simple search on your page you find many other consumers with same problem. nissan makes it sound like these are isolated issues. *tr

The dash has begun melting and the matte finish has become very shiny and cast an extreme glare on the front windshield making it difficult to see in sunny conditions. *tr

The passenger side air bag is not deactivated when my laptop or other packges are resting in the seat. the light does not come on to deactivate the air bags. *js

I purchased my 2008 nissan altima brand new in april of 2008. my vehicle's dashboard is now melting and disintegrating. as a result, there is now a toxic smell in the interior of the car. i am deeply disappointed with nissan's lack of quality with their interior parts. my biggest concern is that the fumes may pose a health hazard long term. nissan should put this item under recall asap! interestingly enough, my sister-in-law had the same identical problem with the dashboard on her 2006 infiniti fx35. however, nissan issued a recall and replaced her entire dashboard! it seems nissan is unwilling to provide the same level of care, concern, conscientiousness and responsibility with their non-luxury brands. i now understand why nissan corporation has always been lagging behind honda and toyota. this is a quality control issue that demonstrates blatant disregard for the consumer. furthermore, nissan corporation's refusal to issue a recall to correct this problem is complacent negligence on their part. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the driver was traveling approximately 40-45 mph when an animal jumped in front of the vehicle and the driver lost control of the vehicle. the driver crashed into a ditch and the air bags failed to deploy. a police report was filed of the incident and there were no injuries. the vehicle was destroyed and towed to an impound lot. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 147,800. updated 9/4/14*cn updated 09/15/2014 *js

The dashboard is melting, getting shiny and sticky. the sun reflects off the dashboard onto the windshield, obscuring vision. this creates a serious safety hazard. the first time this occurred, my vision was pretty much blinded. had the vehicle in front of me elected to stop or slow down at that time, there would have been an accident. *tr

Tl – the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard in the vehicle was deteriorating. the dashboard was melting into other components in the vehicle and created a foul odor. in addition, the air conditioning was inoperable. the dealer stated that the dashboard and evaporator needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was unknown. jcc updated 09/05/14*lj updated 09/10/2014 *js updated 9/8/14*cn updated 09/12/2014 *js updated 1/7/2014 *js

My 2008 altima also has a melting dash. i've contacted my local dealership and nissan directly and they both told me there was nothing they could do to help me because the car is out of warranty. are they not concerned at all that the glare from the shine is blinding and could cause an accident? it's a poor quality issue they should take responsibility for before someone is hurt or killed. *tr

I am in florida and car dashboard has been made with cheap material which started to melt after just a few years on purchase. in 2011 i did call nissan but no one replied my call. i kept on thinking that may be there is something that i have done but after doing some research on my issue, i noticed that internet is full of this complain about nissan altima 2008 dashboard being melting, cracking and sticky when you touch it. the glare from dashboard is so much that it gets hard to drive in sunny weather. i have stopped to drive my car and the day i run into an accident due to glare, i will call my lawyer right away. the car has 66k miles on it, and i have never seen this problem before on any other car i have ever owned. *tr

In february 2014 i had a new transmission put in my vehicle to replace one that was part of a recall by nissan. on june 13, 2014 at approximately 6pm while traveling on interstate 95 in delaware, my 2008 nissan altima suddenly lost power and the ability to accelerate. i was able to get it safely off the road despite being in the fast lane during heavy rush hour traffic. i had the vehicle towed to the dealer that replaced the recalled transmission. on the morning of june 16, 2014 the service representative at the nissan dealer advised me i needed a new transmission because the one i received was a €œbad apple". later that same day, he called back to advise me the issue was not the transmission but it was a software update that was not installed when the transmission was replaced in february. the software has been updated; however when the vehicle reaches a speed of 60-80mph the vehicle hesitates and acts just as it did when it shut down on june 13, 2014. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard had a sticky residue on it and felt as if it was melting. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 54,000.

There was a public announcement of a recall in march, 2014 related to the reliability of gauges on the passenger side of the front seat, that tell the person, as well as the mechanical system, that the passenger front seat airbag is "now engaged" and ready to activate in the event of an accident/emergency.. following the announcement i took my 2008 altima to the dealer to ensure i was part of the recall. the dealer is at 3275 sw 8th street, ,miami,, florida. and is called autonation nissan. the service agent total me, after cursory research in his data base, that while many, many nissans were recalled in my model year and in my car group, mine was not included. the selection process for inclusion went by supplier, and not just by type of car and model year. to ascertain if my car had a faulty air bag on the passenger side of the front seat, i would therefore have to pay a $150 upfront diagnostic fee, and, if damage was noted, i would need to pay for repairs myself, as my car did not have the affected parts which were provided by only select suppliers. there is a problem. i have noted for some time that when a passenger is seated in the front, right side, seat, a beacon light in a small square box on the dash board flashes on and clearly states: "pass. off - air bag (x) psg.. 2" the reference from the light leaves one with the impression the air bag, for the passenger is not activated. during a drive, no set time period noted, the light will go off for a while, and later, come back on again. i am convinced that at some certain points the system is trying to tell me it is not activated.. of all the cars involved in the nissan recall, how could it possibly be that mine is excluded??? please, please try to get this corrected. *tr

Around june 1, 2012, i noticed a few spots that looked shiny on my dashboard in the middle section above the air vents. i did not think much of it at first. however, it got progressively worse, little by little. by june, 2013 it started to project a glare on the front window when the sun hit it . living in florida, it can be blinding at times. my husband noticed that it was sticky to the touch. in may 2013, i was diagnosed with hodgkin's lymphoma and needed to take off work for chemo and radiation. i called ferman nissan in oct.to inquire if any other owners were having the same problem. the service person i spoke with dismissed me and said it would be over 1000 to replace and i was probably responsible for it. i said i was concerned if toxic fumes could be released when the dash is heated, and he said no and took no responsibility for it. in feb. when i was finished with my treatments, i began inquiring with nissan corporate. i am worried that the dash could be toxic for me, when the dash heat up, not to mention the dangerous glare. i was told to get a quote from the dealer, which i did on february, 11, 2014. it said "dash looks like it's melting." estimate 1619.46 plus tax and supplies to replace dash. when i faxed nissan corporate, they still did nothing after making me get the quote. i was so frustrated . then action news 10 did a segment on the melting dash problem and exposed the fact that the issue is very common. please assist me with this situation, as i am worried to continue to drive the car this way in the hot florida sun. *tr

The dashboard has been melting and getting gooey and sticky for months. this causes a distracting sparkling reflection on the windshield during certain days when it is very sunny and the sun shines directly at windshield. the defect was reported to nissan (dealership in fort lauderdale, florida, and the corporate office) but the company does not want to pay for repairing it because the warranty has expired, despite numerous similar complaints by other owners of the same model and the safety issue. *tr

The passenger side vehicle airbag light went to the off position and the air bag light on the dashboard began to flash. the dealer stated the seat cushion on the passenger seat needed to be replaced. when i contacted nissan they stated there was never a recall in my specific vin; though there was a recall for the exact same problem for my model and year vehicle in 2008. they stated they would pay 40% of the cost to replace seat cushion; which would run upwards of $800.00. i asked if it as just a coincidence that the airbag is now inoperable and they stated yes it was. the nhtsa recall campaign was 08v521000. the recall specifies that the passenger seat cushion may have been manufactured out of specification. thank you for your time... *tr

Dashboard is melting and causing a glare, thus making it difficult to see. its a safety hazard. nissan needs to recall melted dashboards. there are multiple people who are experiencing this problem. link: http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582-150.html. *tr

My nissan altima coupe interior dashboard is melting. it is very very shiny, and very sticky all across the areas adjacent to the windshield area. the glare is impossible to see through. in florida that is much of the daylight hours when the sun is the most intense.it is very unsightly as well. this began in october 2013. it has progressively become worse. this car was garage kept a large part of the time i have owned it. there has been nothing applied to the dash. i purchased this car new. *tr

I noticed in the beginning of this year my dashboard started to melt. it is getting worse and it makes a glare off my windshield. the glare is so bad that i can barely see out my front window!! *tr

My dashboard is entirely melted! you can't even put your finger on it or else it would make a permanent indention. from the dashboard melting it creates a glare that reflects off the windshield making it dangerous to drive. *tr

My dashboard on my car is melting and i don't think anything necessarily happened to cause it - i just noticed it was sticky at first. it's now to the point where when the sun hits it i have to adjust my line of sight around the glare from it. i was told to report this here. *tr

5/31/2014, as i was traveling down 75 north towards chattanooga going 80 miles per hour to maintain speed of traffic i noticed that my vehicle started slowing down and would not allow me to accelerate. i had to immediately put my emergency signal on in order to merge over to the far right emergency lane to stop the vehicle. luckily traffic was not too heavy in order to move over to the emergency lane if so it probably would have been a fatal accident. i allowed the car to sit for a bit and then drove back to home to see if i could take the vehicle to a mechanic where i purchased a vehicle and to find out the issue. as i am driving the vehicle back home i have to drive the vehicle no more than 40 miles per hour in a 70 miles per hour zone with my hazards signals flashing because the vehicle would not go no faster than 40 miles per hour. i called the dealership and i was informed that i would need to bring my vehicle in on monday because they close service at 12 o'clock on a friday. the dealer where i purchased my vehicle want me to pay a fee in order for me to have the vehicle diagnosed because it was not under the extended warranty and i only had the vehicle less than a year, only 8 months. this is a very dangerous and serious situation where nissan should recall the 2008 nissan altima and have this issue checked out because i'm sure i am not the only one with this issue. *tr

Tl * the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard had become sticky and was deteriorating. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 51,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the rear driver's side tire blew out, which caused the contact to lose control and crash into bales of hay. the air bags failed to deploy. no injuries were reported. the vehicle was taken to independent mechanic who did not diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

Help (continuously variable transmission) nissan apparently has a "extended warranty for the cvt on certain vehicle models including altima between 2003-2010 year. the warranty states that you may replace part to 10years/120,000 miles which ever comes first. here's the problem never got a letter with this extended warranty information so i could of had my cvt replaced. two days ago as i was driving on one of fl. busiest hwy where speeds are up to 70 mph my 08 nissan altima starts decelerate yes while my foot was on the gas pedal the car began to decelerate with out know notice the service engine soon light was not on so i was in a state of shock because i am in the middle lane of a three lane hwy freaked out cars coming behind me at high speeds i did but my emergency lights on so i could try to find away to maneuver my way off the hwy wait it gets better so as i have my foot on the gas pedal at a speed of 1 mph the car is in stall mode aka pressing on gas and just barely going. well as i was getting in the outer lane to get off the hwy the car when from one mph and just accelerated i almost caused a major mva i ended up in the ditch luckily no one was hurt i immediately turned the car off. i ended up taking it to a mechanic who told me that it could be the fuel injector but couldn't be for sure because the service engine light was not on they couldn't detect the problem with the machine, the car service engine soon light came on soon after reaching over 120,000 miles.i wanted nissan to have recall this is dangerous and it is not right something needs to be done before it becomes worse like it for ford, gm ect....they should have sent people letters or ever put a courtesy consumer report thru news as to the extended warranty but they didn't do it why?(money)pleas this is dangerous i am not the first person with this same problem. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima is melting!!!!!!! at first i thought it was something that came from the ac vents, but it just got worse & worse. i couldn't clean it even with a wet rag it was so sticky that it just stuck to it. i kept a windshield proctor in the window and it started to melt into the dash. it got so bad it was a hazard to try and drive. i have made several complaints to my dealership who looked at it and finally said "yes, your dashboard is melting". i was told to call consumer affairs. after months of back and forth, voicemail chasing and arguing that this should be recalled and that they should replace my dash due to their defect that is cause for an accident. a hazard, and now being unable to drive my car. i was told initially they couldn't help because it wasn't a warranty item. eventually they agreed to replace( i should consider myself lucky), but that the cost of labor had to be dealt wit my dealership at a cost of $560. consumer affairs said they will only pay for the part. finally discussed with dealership who stated that part was in, only to find out it wasn't ordered. an order was supposedly placed on 5/13/14 and was told it would take a few days. today is june 3. 2014 and i'm still waiting! just spoke with parts department and the part is on backorder with no other information of when it could possibly come in! so much for the help! i probably will not ever buy another nissan, and it's a shame because i really like my car. *tr

The dash appears to be melting. this appears to be a pretty wide spread issue as evident in several nissan online forums. my dash has become soft, sticky and shiny in several very large spots. if this were just a cosmetic issue, i wouldn't be posting here. this is becoming a safety issue. the dash creates a glare on the windshield that is nearly impossible to see through without the use of polarized sunglasses. at a minimum, i just want to find something that will remove or reduce the glare by dulling the shiny spots. *tr

I purchased a factory certified 2008 altima coupe with slightly over 30,000 miles in october 2012 and at about 40,000 miles the passenger air bag light starting coming on with no passenger, then went to the red air bag light on the dash. the air bag controller was replaced at 42,000 miles and failed again at 50,000 miles. it has been covered by the warranty both times but concerns me that i have driven many of the miles on this car without air bags working. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe 2.5s is melting. the melting started around the edges of the speaker grill and the top part of the dashboard. i have tried to remove the residue with different products, but nothing seems to work. the melting has progressed to a point where it impairs my vision due to the reflection of sun on the windshield. the car is out of warranty and nissan refuses to replace the dashboard. i am only one of hundreds of people affected with this issue. a quick search online for the words "melting" "dashboard" and "altima" will pop up more than a dozen threads from people who have the same problem. most of them are from sates where the temperatures are regularly hot. *tr

Dashboard melting. windshield covered with huge reflecting glare impairing vision. airbags may not operate from within sticky molten substance the dashboard is covered with. (2008 altima coupe 2.5). *tr

Melting dashboard. *tr

I was driving on hwy 610 in houston, texas when the vehicle engine shut off and caught fire. i had gone to the dealership several times initially for a start up key issue, then tires, hub cap, and then the engine shut off on the hwy january 25th 2014, the warranty company noted that there were underlying issues with the vehicle when it was first sold, made a proposal to the dealership, and dealership eventually placed an engine i was told later by a younger gentleman named [xxx] that is was a sued engine. i had taken it home, and next day had issues again. took it in to get spark plugs changed, but the end result was fire on the hwy way may 12, 2014. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

My 2008 nissan altima coupe dash is melting severely. i would describe this as a tar pit, which has spread over half the dash. during the day you see this melting dash reflecting in the whole windshield, which is dangerously obstructing the drivers view. ( seriously ) !!!!!!!! also i'm aware there's many car owners with this problem. the manufacturers should recall and replace these dashes before someone gets injured. thank you !!!!!!! *tr

Dashboard leaking glue like material causing glare on windshield glass. extremely difficult to see while driving due to glare. safety compromised. *tr

My dashboard has been melting for years now. i thought it was just due to the sun and lack of cleaning it, but reading online it is because of the defective material nissan chose to make the dashboard out of. i can barely see the road at times when the sun is shining bright. *tr

I have had my car since 2008. bought it brand new from nissan in kendall miami, fl. last year i started to notice that what has seemed like a regular wear from the car, has turned into a safety issue while driving. there is a glare when the sun hits the dash making it nearly impossible to see clearly. i know it sounds strange, but my dash is melting. this is a serious safety as i could potentially get into an accident. the only temporary solution we have found is to purchase a custom made dashboard. however, i don't see why nissan has not helped. i brought it back to my local dealership and they have said that since i am out of warranty, i'm out of luck. i've had attorneys offering to start a class action lawsuit being that i am not the only one with this issue, but all i want is to have my dash replaced and that's it. it is only fair that nissan would stand behind the product. is there anything that i can do about this? thank you in advance. *tr

Melting dashboard when sun hits cant see due to glare very un safe. *tr

My nissan altima dashboard is melting in the sun and heat here and i have tinted windows and use a sunshade. this is becoming a safety concern. *js

The passenger airbag light on the center council lights up (signaling that it's off) randomly. this has even happened multiple times with an adult male sitting in the seat (approximately 180 lbs.). *js

The dashboard is melting it seems to be real sticky the glare from it makes it hard to see out the windshield it's definitely a safety concern. *tr

My whole dashboard is melting. i have a glare from this that obstructs my view at all times of the day. *js

I noticed that my 2008 nissan altima coupe randomly developed huge, long cracks on the dashboard. it is also sticky and soft (flexible). it appears to be melting and it is creating a significant glare across my windshield that makes it extremely hard to see when driving. *tr

Was driving to work on the highway using cruise control and then i tried to get out of cruise and step on the gas pedal but it got stuck, i realized i wasn't able to get over to the first lane due to traffic, so i tried to slow down to pull over to the median closest to the third lane, however, the brakes stopped working and i wasn't able to stop the vehicle, i even tried to press the button to shut the car off but it wouldn't shut down, there was no smell of smoke or anything and than as the car begin slowing on its own, all of a sudden smoke just poofed up and i grabbed my purse and phone and jumped out of the moving car . ran away from the car and realize that i had taken my wallet out of my purse previous and i turned to go back but the car was engulfed in flames. i called 911 to get assistance. *js

The dashboard seems to be melting and cracking throughout. *tr

The vehicle cut off and would not start back up. *js

I started to notice sticky spots an my dash about 12 months ago. now it is covering most of the dash. this is creating a problem when i am driving during the day .if i am driving towards the sun the glare coming off of the dash is almost blinding. this makes it a safety problem and should be covered as a recall from the manufacture. *tr

On february 2013 i had a frontal car accident due to the glare on my windshield of my melting dash board on my 08 altima. my dashboard seems to be melting with out no reason. dealer will not replace defective dashboard as it is not part of a recall. this is a serious issue which may cause a serious accident raven death to a motorist or pedestrian. nissan needs to make a recall on this issue, it is obvious that this was a defect on their behalf for the majority of 08 altimas. *

My cvt transmission went out with 126k miles. i was never notified of any recalls regarding the transmission and there have been a few. i started hearing the infamous "whining noise" about 6 months ago which would have been around 100k miles. had i been notified of the recalls i would have taken the whining a little more serious and researched it. well, too late but after the fact i found many youtube videos and hundreds of complaints from people with the exact same issue. if you hear this whining noise, it's your transmission. nissan knows they put out a garbage transmission which is why they doubled the warranty on it to 10 years or 120k miles. conveniently, mine did not go out until 126k. i bought this car three years ago with 17k miles. yes, i drive a lot but it's for work and it's primarily highway mileage. i wouldn't have ever expected the transmission to go out in a car this new. i have learned my lesson. i will never buy another piece of jap crap from nissan as i am now dumping 4k to get this repaired. i checked with nissanusa and they denied any responsibility nor did they offer any financial assistance because i am 6k over their extended (doubled) warranty. when my car broke down i called my mechanic, who is ase certified, and super trustworthy. he came and towed it, ran diagnostics on it and determined it was the transmission. i called nissanusa and was advised to have it towed to an authorized dealer because they would not offer assistance until an authorized dealer diagnosed it. i did just that, paid the dealer $150 to tell me what i already knew (bad transmission), only to have nissanusa deny me assistance after the dealer confirmed it was the transmission. then i had to pay to have it towed back to my mechanic as the dealer's quote was outrageous. i will never buy a nissan again and i hope you won't either! *tt

Beginning in 2012 (less than 4 years after purchasing my car), i started to notice that portions of the dashboard were melting. in the years since, it has gotten progressively worse. my mechanic told me he's never seen anything like it, even in much, much older cars. from what i can tell, many others are experiencing this same problem. this is not a cosmetic issue, but rather a serious safety concern. the melting dashboard is shiny and reflects sunlight, causing sudden blinding glares while driving. i have experienced these sudden flashes of light several times on the highway. the reality of being unable to see while at speeds exceeding 60 miles is incredibly scary and dangerous. *tr

Had the oil changed at dealership. upon driving back home the car would not start. i received the yellow key light on the dash and could not depress the brake pedal or start the car. i attempted to put in a new battery to the intelligent key and also jumpstart the vehicle. still would not start. nothing warns you of this issue and glad that i was not driving the vehicle when this happened or part failed. on the following date the vehicle was towed to the local dealership. on monday the 7th the car was diagnosed with the electric steering lock assembly failure. same day i contacted nissan consumer affairs to find out there were no recalls nor would they offer any assistance or recall this part as they have on other similar models. *tr

I was driving at 65 mph on a major highway and without any warning the car stalled out . the vehicle would not engage in any gear. the transmission failed without any warning lights or codes. vehicle towed immediately to dealership. diagnosis stated checked for coded all ok, however internal hard failure new transmission . 4000.00 vehicle was serviced always at crowley nissan bristol ct and serviced on 3/28/2014 checked a week prior . paper work indicated transmission fluid full and excellent. nissan usa refused to assist in any matter and dealership was the worst. this vehicle had issues in the past having numerous items replaced under warranty . never buying a nissan again... *tt

My dashboard is sticky and appears to be melting away. this shiny surface causes an awful glared reflection on the windshield. also, it causes the car to appear old and everything sticks to it including papers and insects. it's pretty gross! *tr

The dashboard is melting. the melting dashboard causes a reflection on the windshield and it is hard to see in bright light. *tr

The dashboard is melting. *tr

The dashboard of my 2008 nissan altima appears to be melting. the rubber material that was used to create the dashboard has started to melt becoming very sticky and extremely shinny. the glare from the dashboard shine has become a hazard and is impairing my driving, i cannot see out of my windshield during the day. *tr

My 2008 nissan altima dashboard is melting and the glare from the molten rubber/plastic creates a reflection on the windshield which makes it very difficult to drive in the sun and is potentially very dangerous. i contacted nissan about this and they say that they cannot do anything about this even though it is obviously a factory defect. they want to charge me 3000 $ to replace the dashboard which i do no intend on doing it as i feel like it is nissan's responsibility to replace the dashboard. *tr

My dashboard is melting and creates an awful glare on the windshield - almost like shining a mirror at the sun. it's blinding at times when the sun hits it just right. the problem has progressively gotten worse over the span of a year. when it's extremely hot (nearly 100 out), the dashboard is almost like a thick goop that comes off on my fingers when i touch it. i haven't put any sort of chemical or wax on it as a nissan representative has suggested. not only is this hazardous while driving, but i'm concerned there may be some harmful chemical (carcinogenic?) that i'm inhaling while in my car. *tr

After filing a complaint with nissan consumer affairs about my deteriorating dashboard they told me to go to a nissan dealer and get an estimate on replacing the dash, then they would let me know if they would give me some financial assistance. i complied with them, made appt.. received the estimate of $1726.03. i presented this to consumer affairs, then after numerous phone calls to finally get an answer of "no we decided not to give you any financial support because the car was out of warranty !! this is not a damaged part due to accident, this is a factory defect!! this car is unsafe to drive during the day because of the glare from the sun, and unsafe after dark due to headlights and streetlights. i have taken this complaint to my local t.v. investigations and do not plan on stopping until i get a new dashboard.. i have seen this very same complaint on numerous 2008's !!!! this is obviously a manufacture defect! has anybody out there received any resolution???!!! *tr

The occupant sensor in the passenger seat doesn't correctly sense or classify a passenger (more than 120 lbs) when they are in the seat. this results in the air bag being incorrectly deactivated (similar to recent nhtsa campaign number 14v138000). the vehicle was previously given to the dealer to fix under nhtsa campaign number 08v521000. this still occurs and adjusting her position or the seat position doesn't eliminate the issue so passengers would not have air bag protection in the event of a frontal impact. *tr

The dash of the vehicle has been continuously deteriorating. it is as if it is melting. since we purchased the car it is progressively getting worse, and is now a serious safety issue, due to the light that reflects off of the melted parts of the dash. it reflects the sunlight during the day and the headlights at night directly into the drivers eyes... this is a documented issue with numerous nissan altimas of the same year. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the passenger's side air bag warning lamp illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the passenger's side air bag mat sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 58,000 and the current mileage was 58,500.

Dashboard is melting. it is sticky and shiny where the sun hits the dashboard. the dull part has burned away leaving a shiny part that causes a glare. the glare is right in my line of vision and makes it difficult to drive.

My altima coupe has a melting dashboard that causes visibility issues by glaring into my windscreen. it is melted and bubbly. also my passenger seat belt light cuts on and off due to my passenger seat bracket being faulty. i have not heard back from nissan on a way to resolve these safety issues. *tr

I noticed about 6 months ago, that there was a shiny sticky substance on my dashboard and it has been getting worse as the months go by. it has gotten to a point that it is dangerous for me to drive my car because of the glare that it produces off my windshield. i can't even put something over the dash, cause it will stick and tear the dash board apart, if it moves. this is not only a hazard to myself, but to anyone else in my car and to other drivers. i pointed it out to a representative at nissan dealership months ago and he said he didn't know what was causing it, he couldn't help me. i feel its a defective type material and i'm sure its also not a healthy breathing environment for me. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dashboard had become sticky and was deteriorating. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

I live in south florida and the dashboard has been melting. it's a hazard and it produces a glare in the windshield and interferes with visibility. i'm afraid that an accident is going to happen because i cannot see clearly due to the glare. someone is going to get hurt. the dashboard is also sticky to the touch and pieces are starting to come away from the dashboard. *tr

Dashboard is melting and turned sticky. no longer has a matte finish and now has a high gloss finish that produces a glare through the windshield. reflection on windshield looks like a heads up display. the area is from the drivers side to the passenger side and including the passenger side airbag area. unknown if the airbag would deploy properly through the decomposing material used to manufacture the dashboard. internet search of the issue shows many others have experienced this exact issue with the 2008 and early 2009 model coupe. almost all have been reported in hot southern climates of florida, texas and california. no cleaning products were ever used on the dashboard and the decomposition appears to be a result of high temperatures inside the cabin produced when parked outside in direct sunlight. *tr

I purchased a 2008 nissan altima coupe from a used car dealership, it has turned out to be a great car except the issue that appears to happen to many of their dashboards. they begin to melt from just general daily exposure to the sun. it has created a glare that makes it difficult to see out the windshield while driving even with sunglasses. i spoke with two technicians at nissan dealerships and they have agreed that it must be the material used that year on the dashboard. upon taking this issue up with nissan they said they would not replace the piece, and have not taken responsibility for the issue and the material that they placed in this vehicle. this will continue to be a safety concern and will not escalate until unfortunately someone gets into a accident due to the material they used on this dashboard. nissan, i feel should take responsibility for the material used and replace the piece not only for myself but others, not just because it looks terrible but that it is a safety concern at this point. *tr

Dashboard has begun to deteriorate/melt and has turned into a shiny, reflective goo. it is reflecting onto the windshield and at the right angle can be completely blinding. this will absolutely cause an accident. dealership is aware of multiple additional vehicles and no manufacturer recalls have been issued. *tr

I have a 2008 nissan altima se sedan. most of the time the car was parked in the garage. car was parked outside several times a week. i noticed my dashboard started to melt and its getting worse. its a safety hazard causing a glare in the day time and could be bad for visibility on the road and i could be breathing in the toxic chemicals from the dashboard. i had a dashboard cover to protect my dash and it still melts and cracking in different places in the dash. my dealer is new city nissan in honolulu, hi i have called them and also called nissan consumer affairs and none of them helped me. my local dealer ignored me for the longest time until they finally said sorry we cant help you, you are out of warranty and for a replacement dash it will cost $2,304.00. i feel like this isn't right and its a safety issue. i have 2 other nissans that are older cars parked outside and there dashboards are not melted. nissan does not want to help or admit this is a defective product. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe has melted (possible plasticizer migration) and it has become very difficult to drive because of the glare it produces on the windshield, this lead to me to veer off the road and into the embankment. the nissan dealer told us that they have seen a lot of dashes on the altima with this problem in florida, but there is nothing they can do because it is out of the initial factory warranty and they claim the nissan extended warranty does not cover it. several florida residents who own 2008-altima coupes are experiencing the same problem. this appears to be a manufacturers defect and has really become a serious safety hazard. i respectfully request you're help in this matter. i can provide pictures if necessary. below are a few forums addressing the situation http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582.html http://www.altimaforums.net/super-sticky-dashboard-t15553.html?t=15553 http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2007-2012-nissan-altima-discussion-2-5-3-5/343066-melting-dashboard-problem.html http://www.carcomplaints.com/nissan/altima/2008/accessories-interior/dashboard_is_melting.shtml http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2008/nissan/altima/window http://mythreecents.com/showreview.cgi?id=109390. *tr

Sometime in december 2013 i noticed the dashboard of my nissan altima 2008 melting causing a shiny substance the causes a tremendous glare on the windshield which makes it difficult to see when driving. this should not be happening...obviously defective materials by nissan. i have researched and on one complaint forum alone found 196 pages of the same complaint and the same year and model.. i filed a complaint directly with nissan on 2-17-14 i was told that i needed to get a diagnoses from a nissan dealer so i did...nissan clearly stated that the dashboard needed to be replaced...well on 2-21-14 a nissan rep named [xxx] out of tennessee called me back and said that nissan will not pay for the replacement of the dashboard... i can supply you with photos of my issues and a list of 100's of others with the same complaint. i appreciate your assistance with this matter... information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

I have a 2008 nissan altima coupe here in panama city fl and notice my dashboard was melting, it's now at the point where the glare is so bad i can barely see to drive. i also have a six year old i'm now to afraid to drive any where bc of the glare but also because i'm not sure what kind of toxics we are breathing in. i've ordered a dash cover from carid.com but realized that is not going to fix my problem it's only going to hide it and we may still be breathing in harmful toxins and in the event that later i want to get rid of the car the zebra print dash cover would be stuck. so i took it to the nissan dealer ( i don't have a warranty by the way its a 2008) and the put me in a rental immediately saying and i quote, "do you know what this material is who knows what your breathing in" so they could check my car.... they called me two days later and told me that they do not know what's causing it and for me to call 1 800 nissan1. the nissan headquarters customer relations were extremely rude and refused to help me at all..... i'm a single mother and can't afford to pay to have this fix. i did some research and it turned out that nissan did a recall for a very similar problem in the infinities (melting dash and was bubbling) i'm scared to drive my car because the glare is soooo bad as well as melting plastic i've also reached out to the health dept of florida to ask them about the material of the dash and how harmful it is to breathe in again i have a child and her being healthy and safe is the most important thing to me. there are hundreds of people having this same issue.....this isn't fair not only is this a health issue but a safety issue as well.... *tr

Vehicle dashboard plastic is melting which is creating a glare in the windshield while driving. *tr

My dash is melting and its creating a reflective surface which is creating a high glare on the on the windshield which is impairing my vision to drive. *tr

The car: 2008 nissan altima coupe 3.5 se. in 2012 i noticed the dashboard was getting shiny, and had a melted feeling to it. i had to buy a dash cover to keep the glare away, if facing the sun while driving. now in 2014 the dash is cracked all over and sticky. this issue should be addressed by nissan. not only is it a safety hazard, i makes reselling the car almost impossible. dealer quote for new dash panel, $2500.00. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the windshield was impairing the contact's vision. the manufacturer stated that they would not replace the window. the failure mileage was 84,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that sunlight reflected from the polished dashboard and was causing an excessive glare. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who replaced the dashboard. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 25,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the body control module caused all of the electrical components in the vehicle to malfunction. in addition, the tpms warning light was illuminated. the contact took the vehicle to a tire dealer where the tpms was replaced. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign i.d. number 07v599000 (electrical system) and called the manufacturer. the manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in the recall. the failure mileage was 92,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the heat from the sun melted the dashboard. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire dashboard needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 104,000.

2008 nissan altima, dashboard is melting. it's hard to see when driving it puts a very bad glare on the windshield causing you not able to see out of when sun it out or oncoming traffic lights reflect on the windows . it's very sticky and the dashboard is about to fall apart. knowing that the air bag is in the dash is a very concern due to the dash melting and possible may cause a fire overtime due to wires connected to the dash. there are a lot of complaints on this online even on nissan facebook page and complaints shown on here. this needs to be recalled or fixed before someone gets hurt by not being able to see out there window due to the shinny glare. nissan refuse to fix this defect as the service manger said that the dash should not be melting the way it is. i hope this gets fixed for the safety of all nissan drivers this should be reviewed by corporate nissan.

The switch that allows the car to start and lights the brake lights is sticking, this is a common problem that nissan is aware of. the car not starting is annoying, if the switch sticks after the car is started then the brake lights will fail to illuminate, that is dangerous. the car fails to start with regularity, if the switch is manipulated it starts, i do not know if the break lights are failing but i assume this is occurring. these cars should be recalled for replacement of these switches. *tr

My dash is melting along the edges which leaves a bad glare and when driving towards the sun, visibility is obscured.

I was traveling on this date from cranberry township, pennsylvania where i work as an engineer at westinghouse headquarter office to west chester, ohio where my family reside for a family thanksgiving gathering. it was 6:30 am and it was snowing. the traffic ahead begin slowing down for some reason. the visibility was becoming quite poor. i was in the middle of the 3-lane i-79 heading south-west. hence i wanted to put on my hazard signal to alert the traffic behind me of the danger ahead. in the process i pushed on the on/off start button. the engine died right away while i was traveling at 50 mph. all control was immediately lost in the process. unable to steer my car either left or right i pushed on the hazard button to alert the vehicle behind od my distress. luckily for me, the fellow behind slowed down and stayed behind me until i brought my car to a full and complete stop in the middle of the highway and put it in park to restart the engine and slowly continue my trip without further incident. i was extremely scared and surprise that it was possible at all to kill the engine while at speed on the road in this vehicle. i do believe this is a major flaw that could have been quite serious under different circumstances. imagine it happened down the mountain in west virginia where i was heading next..... thank you *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the heat from the sun melted the dashboard. in addition, the reflection of the dashboard was blinding to the contact when driving. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and no reason was provided for the defect. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. the failure mileage was 58,000.

I have noticed that over the last several months 4-5 months, that my dashboard of my nissan altima coupe 2008 is beginning to melt. initially, the defect appeared as a glossy, shiney hue to the dashboard along the edges but over time, its has now started to melt with severe glossy and sticky residue - the glare from the dashboard on my windshield is dramatic and becoming unsafe during afternoon driving. it involves all edges of the anterior dashboard along the edge of the speakers and air filter and appears to be moving posteriorly. i have not used any chemicals to try to improve the issue and everything i place on the dashboard sticks severely.

Dashboard has been melting creating a shiny coat that reflects to the front windshield diminishing visibility and creating potential hazards, specially during the day as it omits a blinding sun glare. the car no longer has nissan warranty and considering the hazard and the amount of people with the issue nissan should issue a recall for this type of dashboards to prevent accidents. *tr

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe appears to be melting and it has become very difficult to drive because of the glare it causes on the windshield. we purchased the vehiicle new, included a nissan extended warranty, and maintain the vehicle meticulously (mechanically and cosmetically). we did not put anything on the dash (armorall, etc). the nissan dealer told us that they have seen a lot of dashes on the altima with this problem in florida, but that there is nothing they can do because it is out of the initial factory warranty and they claim the nissan extended warranty does not cover it. through the nico club, i have learned that many other florida residents who own 2008-2009 nissan altima coupes are experiencing the same problem. this appears to be a manufacturers defect and has really become a serious safety hazard. i respectfully request your help with this matter.

My dashboard has melted creating a terrible glare that is not just distracting while driving but dangerous because i cannot see through my windshield during the day or when on coming headlights come towards me during the night. not only is it terribly dangerous but the melting is making my dash sticky causing parking passes to stick and leave residue.

I own a 2008 nissan altima coupe and the dashboard is melting. after some research i discovered that i am not the only one with this problem. we will all file complaints due to the severity of this issue. the dashboard melting is causing a reflection onto the windshield and making it see. i am trying to prevent an accident resulting from this issue. i started to notice the problem, but it was minute. i am researching out now because it has progressively gotten worse. location: florida ( most of the cars with this problem are located in florida and texas). *tr

2008 nissan altima coupe's dashboard is melting. i live in florida and apparently nissan didn't take into account the weather here when using material for their dashboards on this year and model. the whole top dashboard is sticky and looks like a wet substance. because of this it creates an intense glare that is a sever saftey hazard when driving. i called 1800-nissan and they don't want to do anything even though they used faulty material. this is a known concern since others have had the same issue. if u do a google search of this issue, you'll find its a very common problems for nearly all nissan altima (2008) who live in southern climates and nissan will not accept responsibilty of this issues, does someone has to die in a accident or get dismembered ? thank you

Sections of my front dash are melting. the deterioration has left the dash in a tar like state that is sticky and shiny. the reflection from the sun is so bright that driving is difficult around noon. the car is parked in a garage 90% of the time so there is no reason other than poor quality for this to have happened. i have contacted my local nissan dealership and nissan directly and they both are unwilling to offer any assistance as the car is out of warranty. i completely understand that but it is dangerous to drive and i am worried that if the glare prevents me from seeing another car or pedestrian someone could be injured. nissan should accept responsibility for the poor quality and rectify the problem before an accident happens.

Dashboard of this vehicle is emitting a sticky, shiny, substance, which likely indicates deterioration of the composition of the dashboard, making driving hazardous, as it makes visibility out the windshield difficult. the sticky substance is highly reflective, making driving in the sun very dangerous. *tr

My wife and i noticed that the dashboard on her 2008 nissan altima coupe was melted, leaving a sticky subtance that seems impossible to remove and causes an intense glare when driving in the sun. we can barely see the road when driving and have called nissan regarding this issue but they do not acknowledge this issue as a safety hazard.

Since 6/2013 the dashboard of this vehicle is emitting a sticky, shiny, substance, which likely indicates deterioration of the composition of the dashboard, making driving hazardous, as it makes visibility out the windshield difficult. the sticky substance is highly reflective, making driving in the sun very dangerous. i have made multiple trips to our nissan dealership to explain the situation, and although they indicate that they have observed this situation with this particular model/year, they are not willing to rectify the situation. i also contacted consumer services with nissan and they are not willing to replace the dashboard, even though it presents a hazard to driving the vehicle. *tr

The dashboard of my car is melting. its causing a glare of the sun that make it extremely difficult to see doing the day. i have almost got into several accidents because of the glare.

Dashboard melted, causing a bright vision-affecting glare on the inside of the windshield. reduces visibility greatly, will likely cause an accident before too long. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate without warning. the vehicle was coasted to the side of the road where the engine was turned off, and after restarting the vehicle resumed normally. the failure recurred three times. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where they informed the contact that the crank shaft and speed sensors would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Dashboard has started to melt in my 2008 nissan altima coupe that has greatly impaired my vision when driving on the road on a sunny day. the glare reflected from the melting portion of my dash is reflected onto my windshield. i have almost been in multiple accidents due to the lack of visibility. *tr

The dashboard seems to be melting causing a horrible glare that impacts vision while driving. the car was originally purchased in neland, fl. *tr

There is a consistent issue with this particular maker, model and year. the "melting dashboard". the material used to make the rubber-type dashboard begins to "melt". the surface is sticky and causes very bad windshield sun glare, which can be dangerous. my wife will not drive car because of this. i have documented photos and comments from other car owners. *tr

My 2008 nissan altima was failing to start. push button ignition would allow the power to turn on, the lights on the dashboard, radio, fans/cooling/heating, etc. however, the engine could not turn on. i would regularly find that this would be an intermittent behavior. sometimes the vehicle would start on the first try - other times it would take 20, 30, 40 attempts (and lots of frustration) to start finally. i attempted to have the dealer review this and they told me that they couldn't duplicate the experience. finally, after another bout with the car failing to start, i took it into the dealer and they recommended that i should replace the brake-stop-lamp-switch, for a total cost of about $450. while this was the dealer's recommendation, they would not guarantee that this was, in fact, the source of the problem. great, i thought: let's make an expensive repair that we're unsure is really the problem! the dealer told me that they're replacing these switches very often: this is a recurring problem with the '08 altima (and, they hinted, other nissan models) and they keep the part stocked all the time. i don't understand why an integral part of the ignition system dies at 55k miles. i did call nissan consumer affairs and was told that since there was no official recall notice issued by the nhtsa, that they were not obligated to recall the unit and would not reimburse me for the cost of the repair. since my car was out of warranty, they didn't feel inclined to do anything about it. very frustrated about their unwillingness to recognize an issue when their dealers see this as a major problem. not happy with both the decision by nissan consumer affairs to sweep this under the rug and pretend that this is a minor problem. *tr

I purchased a brand new 08 nissan altima 2.5s in september of 2007. i live in central florida, and for more than a year, my dashboard has turned shiny, sticky, and is quite literally melting. the last 6 months to a year, i noticed that the part around the radio unit has been cracking and "softening". in the daytime, the shiny melting part of the dash reflects onto my windshield and creates a blinding glare that makes it difficult and dangerous to even see the road. i have tried various cleaning solutions until i realized that wasn't the problem. i have come across many people who have been experiencing the same problem, most in florida, and all 2008 altimas. i will enclose a link to the forum where many altima owners have found thanks to google with the issue. i would be happy to send some pictures of the dashboard if necessary. http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582.html. *tr

I have a 2008 nissan altima with only 25,000 miles on it. garage keep. very nice car. i noticed last month a spot that looked liked my dash melted . now a month later it has spread. i have put nothing on it. it looks very shiny and sticky when touched. it looks like the material is breaking down. i can not drive this car on a sunny day because all i see in my front windshield is the reflection of my dash. i almost hit someone the other day having to swerve just in time. i couldn't even see them. just black shiny dash. this has gone on long enough. i have called and they just kinda laugh saying " i've never heard of that" . you can clearly tell the material is breaking down . this should not happen and nissan should fix this before something bad happens. *tr

I pulled in a parking space, foot on the brake, and before i could put it in park the car accelerated and took off. the brakes would not stop the car. i went about twenty feet, over curbs, sidewalk, another parking space, avoiding cars, skid marks made, and finally directed the car toward a dumpster and it stopped. it is a miracle that someone in my path wasn't killed. the engine was pushed back and so the body shop connected with nissan considered it a total loss. *tr

It appears as if my dashboard is "melting." the finish on the dashboard is disappearing and it had became very sticky and there is a glare on the dash that is hindering visibility. i have researched the problem and it appears to be common on 2008 nissan altimas and my concerns that it will only get worse. i would like to make this problem aware now before it gets worse. *tr

The dashboard is sticky and melting. the car is garage parked and i use sun shades when it is parked outside. the dash is melting so badly that the glare is blocking my ability to see things on the road. *tr

The dashboard is melting causing glare on the windshield which can lead to an accident due to limited visibility. *tr

My car starting having problems starting...it was intermittent...but would start with a jump (most of the time), so i thought it was the battery and had it replaced. but the problem persisted. i took it to the dealer on 9/17 and the computer diagnosis was the electric steering column lock. upon further research, i found that all 2009 models had the warranty for this part extended to 6 years/unlimited mileage, whichever comes first...but only the 2009 models. i also noticed during my research that many instances of this same part occurring on 2008 models as well. when i contacted nissan consumer affairs, they said that they could not help me as my car was not included in the extended warranty. i want to know why only the 2009 models are included? the nissan technician who worked on my vehicle said that the part is the same from 2007-2009...and in his opinion, all should be included. i would like to have this researched further to have additional model years included in the warranty extension. *tr

The passenger side air bag light stays on even when there is a passenger in the seat. ( the indicator light on the dash.) the light on the instrument panel continues to flash also.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while adding air to the rear passenger's side tire, the valve stem fractured. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the valve stem would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 66,000.

I am writing because i have a problem with my 2008 nissan altima coupe where my dashboard is melting in. i live in the florida area and have noticed many other customers are having the same problem in this year alone all in florida. here is the forum which i found many having the similar problem http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582-90.html. the issue is causing a glare on my windshield making it very hard for me to drive and see. i went to my nissan dealership where the vehicle was purchased and they stated changing the dash is a lot of work and very expensive that only giving a dash cover can be done. i dont like the way the dash cover looks and shouldnt be forced to cover a problem that is a safety hazard because of a defective product.

Dash appears to be melting. car was purchased in tulsa in 2011 while i was living in arkansas...moved to kansas in july 2013 and noticed in august that my dash appears to be melting. car has been most exclusively parked in garage....this slick, wet like appearance causes glare on windshield making it hard to see....i took the car to state line nissan in kansas city, mo last week and they dismissed the issue even though i am still covered by a nissan warranty. *tr

Dashboard melts in high temperature climates. glare from melt is so bad that it is impossible to see the road. visibility is a serious issue at this point and nissan has refused to replace or issue a recall. *tr

The following had to be fixed all on one visit: my alternator replaced; top motor mount replaced, brake sensor replaced, battery replaced, and had an oil cooler leak fixed. all was covered with my extended warranty ($858 otherwise). it has had a total of 4 batteries, 2 alternators, 2 manna folds (a recall), new shocks and struts (i paid for) and my transmission warranty was extended to 120,000 miles. (there was also another recall to the fuel tank but can't remember any specifics). i take great care of my car, have it maintained regularly, and only use quality gas. this is my fourth nissan and i am greatly disappointed in the quality. i am debating as to whether or not i should trade it in. *tr

On 9/6 at approx. 3:30pm mnt the car began having issues accelerating past 60 mph on i-70 e in colorado. at times it would even start de-accelerating. around 4pm, smoke was coming out of the front hood. my boyfriend and i then pulled over to the side of the highway, and after about 10 minutes we noticed that transmission fluid was leaking from the car. after being towed to the mechanic about 20 miles away, he worked on the car for about an hour and completed an official diagnostic. he said the transmission fluid had overflowed from the transmission and that we could have had a fire on the highway. he also came to the conclusion that the transmission was blown and the car was not drivable. we had to store the car in the mechanic's parking lot for the night and get a rental car. we then had to stay in a hotel for the night in grand junction, co. the next day we called around to find a nissan service center that would be open to accepting the car and could get the parts in a reasonable amount of time given that we were stranded in colorado. we found a service center in aurora about 250 miles away from grand junction. we worked with aaa to get the car towed to the dealership just before they closed. since they were closing the nissan service center did not have time to look at the car until monday. i ended up being stranded in colorado for a 6 days with my boyfriend, until the car was fixed. i am very displeased with nissan's customer service. i called specialists for 3 days with no help. they have refused to compensate me for the other damages incurred by the faulty transmission. this trip cost $2,000 in unexpected costs due to be stranded,and my life was put in danger because none of the nissan service adviser's told me about the issues with the cvt transmission (i took my car to be checked before the road trip in may 2013 and late august 2013). *js

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, there was a sudden loss of acceleration power without warning. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the inter-cooler kit for the power transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. the approximate failure mileage was 67,000 and the current mileage was 69,000.

My dash has started to melt. its ugly but the main issue is driving in the sun. the spots that are melting are very shinny and at times causes me to not be able to see the road. i am concerned for my safety and the safety of others on the road. *js

The dashboard on my 2008 nissan altima coupe started melting around may, 2013. at first it was not noticeable but now there are big shiny, sticky patches on my dashboard. this would not be a problem but while driving during the day the sun reflects off of the melted areas and causes a glare on my windshield that greatly reduces my visibility. because of that i tend to not drive it often. also its giving off the smell of burned plastic. after doing some research i found i am not the only one who is having this problem. it seems common in places like texas, florida, and california. https://www.facebook.com/nissanusa/posts/10152938385130375 http://forums.nicoclub.com/my-dashboard-is-melting-t569582.html. *tr

Transmission wines, and wouldn't shift into gear from park 2 times froma parked situation. numerous other ongoing small problems, which i've read about with customer complaints for this vehicle. i have them also. radio display out, center console loose, with weight, car bottoms out on speed bumps, failed stop light/start brake switch,

When i press on the brake to start the engine, it will not start and the light on the dash comes and says press the brake to start. the switch does not recognize that i am pressing the brake. this is an intermittent problem that may happen everyday for a week and then may not happen again for 3 weeks. if you press the brake in and press the buttons under the brake pedal, it helps to recognize the pedal is pressed. i have checked several on line forums where many car owners have posted the same exact problem with altimas of similar year models 2007 to 2010. *js

My dashboard is melting on my 2008 nissan altima. it creates a glare on the windshield which makes visibility difficult. i use windshield visors and i don't use harsh cleaners/chemicals on my dashboard for cleaning. it is a defect from production and should be recalled for safety concerns. *jb

Traveling on the highway and air bag light comes on while passenger is in the seat. this means the air bag has turned off. the light goes on and off seemingly at random. passenger was 140 lb woman 5' 7" tall. so, air bag should be functioning the entire time this passenger is in the seat. the nissan dealer tested the air bag and said it was working properly. so, why is the light coming on to turn off the air bag? this needs to be addressed. is the light sensor not working properly or is the air bag sensor not functioning properly? i have talked to nissan corporate about the problem and the first thing that was said was that the seat belt is the first line of safety in a crash. they also said i would need to take the vehicle in again so they could have a diagnosis that was less than 30 days old. so, taking it to the dealership at least twice within 5 years isn't enough for them to review this situation - a safety situation. *tr

Safety passenger air bag light came on as i was a passenger in the vehicle. i am 5' 7" tall and around 140 lbs. therefore, the air bag should be functioning while i am in the passenger seat. we took the vehicle to nissan dealership and they said there was nothing wrong with the air bag system. however, the light continues to come on erratically even to this day in 2013. we had nissan test it again in december 2012 and they gave us the same excuse. the sensor is supposedly working. why does the air bag light continue to come on with passengers in the seat (the light on means that the air bag has been turned off due to low weight of person, etc.)? are we or are we not being protected by the air bag in the event of a crash? *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the dash board melted and created a glare over the windshield. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the dashboard was not replaced. the approximate failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 83,000. updated 03/31/14*lj

My dashboard is melting, looks like it is wet in certain spots and the glare is very uncontrollable while driving. i did not use any chemicals on the dashboard such as armor all (i say i did not because that is what the dealership said i had done) i have been searching online and there are several posts of this happening to other people. seems like is a manufacturer problem and i can not afford 1200 to change my dashboard. thank you, *tr

I took my car to wash and suddenly for no reason i just heard a noise right after that my reset tire pressure light came on for no reason, then the cruise control light came on and set was flashing, i tried to cancel it but it wouldn't then luckily i should say when i got home my ac just turned off and wouldn't turn back on then i turned the car off and when i tried to start it wouldn't start then the yellow key light turned on and i it wouldn't recognize the either key. my phone was charging and it was also damaged due to this failure. i've very upset. i had to tow it in to the dealer ship to get it diagnosed had to pay 95.00 for it plus now they are telling me this: -----original message----- from: [xxx] sent: monday, august 12, 2013 12:20 pm to: subject: repair quote the repairs for 2008 altima are listed below steering lock assembly & screws 834.22 labor charges 286.20 taxes & disposal fees -95.89 total - 1216.31 this is absurd, i did my research and i see a lot of complaints about the same issue this needs to be recalled. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2008 altima coupe in southern louisiana with no aftermarket modifications has a melting dashboard. the textured surface of the dashboard has melted to a sticky, smooth, and reflective surface. the material on the dashboard above the odometer and passenger air bag nearest to the windshield is sticky and reflects sunlight onto the windshield causing a glare while driving. safety is at risk due to inability to see past glare on windshield while driving. glare is caused by the sun reflecting off of the melting dashboard points. there have never been any chemicals wiped on the dashboard during ownership. *tr

A few months ago, while cleaning the interior of my car i noticed the dashboard was sticky in a small area on the driver's side. thinking it was something that could be cleaned i applied an adhesive remover but had no positive results. now that we are in the dead heat of summer, the problem has gotten worse and has now spread to the passenger side along with creating an unbelievable glare from the windshield. now, when i touch it, pieces of the material stick to my finger. that was real eye opener to look into it and see if it has been a problem with other nissan owners. with only a few mins. of research i'm finding that it's widely common, especially here in fl. i have also noticed a crack that spans about 15 inches along the bridge of the dashboard just above the gauges. this isn't the nissan quality we hear about! totally unacceptable! *tr

On several occasions i have tried to start the car but the brake resists being pressed in. i press the push to start button but the car does not start, only the dashboard lights and radio come on (as though i am not pushing the break in). i took my car to the dealership and they said i needed to replace my brake switch and harness for the low, low price of $500. the problem is intermittent so they cannot guarantee that it will fix the problem. this needs to be addressed by nissan immediately, as i see all over the web that everyone with a 2007 or 2008 altima is having this problem. what are recalls for except for precisely this type of issue?? *tr

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the brakes became unresponsive, causing the contact to crash into the rear of another vehicle. the contact sustained injuries to the left hand and the vehicle was towed to a local mechanic. a police report was not filed. prior to the crash, the contact received notification of a manufacturer’s recall however she was unable to have the vehicle serviced because the dealer did not have the necessary parts to complete the recall repair. in addition, the brake lights had illuminated prior to the failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was destroyed. the approximate failure mileage was 51,000. *tr

Dash of vehicle became sticky to the touch-seemed melted. this causes a sheen that when reflected onto the windshield forms an unsafe glare when driving. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the intelligent key would not unlock the doors for a considerable amount of time. after the doors were unlocked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle but the no key warning light illuminated. the contact then changed the batteries in the key fob but the failure recurred. the vehicle had not been repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 35,000.

Ramsey nissan service department replaced my worn rotors with "warped" rotors...i need replacement of both front and rear brakes and rotors, according to ramsey nissan service department. the service department installed, allegedly, original equipment manufactured brakes and rotors to replace my worn parts. the day i picked my car back up from the service department, i drove out of the dealership parking lot onto the highway - it only took the first brake, literally, going at around 40-50 mph to notice that my car was shaking. confused, i immediately called nissan service to let them know what i was experiencing. they assured me that this was the normal "break in" period for the brakes and that i would likely experience this for the next 500-1000 miles; keep in mind that i had no reason to not believe them as i was confident they had at least tested the brakes/rotors before giving the car back to me. approximately 5-6 weeks later, i was still experiencing this issue; nissan service later confirmed that my front rotors were "warped". nissan service had ultimately installed inadequate and faulty rotors in my car. according to a individual auto mechanic who runs inspections, my car would immediately fail inspection. clearly, with these faulty rotors, my braking ability was severely diminished; in an emergency situation, the last thing i would want to be unsure of is my brakes/rotors, which should be working 100 out of 100 times in extreme situations. these were rotors would cause my car to fail inspection and thus put in danger the lives of me, my family, and the people around me. had i known that these were faulty rotors, i immediately would have had them replaced. but i drove around for over a month with a braking system that would fail inspection. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan altima. the contact stated that the vehicle surged forward without depressing the accelerator pedal. as a result, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. there were no injuries and a police report was not filed. the incident was the second occurrence of the failure. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. the failure and the current mileages were 64,000. *tr