2008 Nissan Altima Wiper and visibility Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are wiper and visibility problems on the 2008 Nissan Altima?
188 owners have reported wiper and visibility problems on the 2008 Nissan Altima, 18% of all complaints for this year and the 2nd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 49,000–95,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
188 complaints 18% of all 2008 complaints 71,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (114 of 188). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Wipers and Visibility complaints by the year the problem happened.
Wipers and Visibility complaints by Altima year
Related recalls
No recall covers wiper and visibility problems on the 2008 Nissan Altima. See all 4 recalls for this year.
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Other 2008 Nissan Altima problems
Common questions
What are common 2008 Nissan Altima wiper and visibility problems?
Complaints most often name the sun / moon roof assembly and power window devices and controls.
At what mileage do 2008 Nissan Altima wiper and visibility problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 49,000–95,000 miles. The middle value is about 71,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2008 Nissan Altima wiper and visibility problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2008 Nissan Altima. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Altima year has the most wiper and visibility complaints?
The 2008 Altima, with 188 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.