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2008 Nissan Sentra recalls and problems

3 recalls and 167 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Nissan Sentra.

3
recalls
167
owner complaints
20
complaints mentioning a crash
3
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2008 Nissan Sentra recalls

Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)

NHTSA campaign 10V401000 · reported September 10, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 7,948 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
The risk
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
The fix
Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder

NHTSA campaign 09V431000 · reported November 3, 2009 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 10,586 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008 sentra passenger vehicles equipped with bosch master cylinders. Brake fluid may leak from the master cylinder. If the amount of brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir decreases to below the minimum level, the brake system warning indicator will illuminate as designed and the brakes will not function properly.
The risk
If the warning lamp is continuously ignored, one of the brake circuits on the vehicle may fail increasing stopping distances and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the master cylinder brake booster assembly free of charge. The recall began on december 14, 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder

NHTSA campaign 08V311000 · reported July 11, 2008 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 169,202 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Nissan is recalling 169,202 my 2007-2008 sentra passenger vehicles equipped robert bosch master cylinder. Due to the machining irregularity by the supplier, the internal seal groove in the body of some brake master cylinders may allow for a gap in the groove contact area of the seal. This may result in brake fluid slowly leaking from the master cylinder into the brake booster assembly, causing the brake warning light to illuminate.
The risk
If the warning lamp is ignored, one of the brake circuits on the vehicle may not operate as designed increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the master cylinder/brake booster assembly and if brake fluid leakage is detected, the master cylinder will be replaced with a new one free of charge. The recall began on august 20, 2008. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 12, 2024 · Unknown or other

Transmission problems! Dealer wants to Charge me $7,000.00 dollars to fix it! Recall has a warranty until 2022 or 120,000 miles . My car has 85,375 miles!they said that warranty already expired! But my car only has 85,375 miles and the warranty is 120,000 miles!

Mar 20, 2023 · Air bags

The car's airbag dashboard light has been on and blinking for about a month now- indicating an issue. I have not been in any recent accidents and it appeared on its own. Subsequently, the car horn does not work. Airbags and car horn are necessary to prevent accidents and serious injury, including death in the event of…

Jan 5, 2023 · Air bags · 117,000 miles · crash reported

The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle in front abruptly depressed its brake pedal causing the driver to crash into the rear of the vehicle. During the crash, the front end of the vehicle was severely damaged but no air bags were…

Dec 30, 2022 · Air bags

Driver Air bag sensor light came on. The dealership reset it several times but it continues to come on. We paid the money to have them put the car on the diagnostic system. They are saying after review, the airbag needs to be replaced. It costs $1500 to replace the airbag. Which makes zero sense. The car has never…

Mar 14, 2022 · Service brakes

JUST DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY (NO BRAKES APPLIED) AND THE MASTER CYLINDER WENT BAD AND LOST POWER BRAKES.

Sentra model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2005 5170134
2006 5116221
2007 11542110
2008 3167203
2009 15590
2010 3144114
2011 2142196

Across all years, the 2013 Sentra has the most complaints (638). All Nissan Sentra years →

Questions

Does the 2008 Nissan Sentra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Nissan Sentra, the most recent reported on September 10, 2010 (Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Nissan Sentra?
Owners have filed 167 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (53 complaints), followed by power train (20).
How many 2008 Nissan Sentra complaints mention a crash or fire?
20 of 167 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 17 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 12, 2024.