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.
Risk: Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
Sell your 2008 Nissan Sentra for cash
The 2008 Nissan Sentra is a midsize car that came with a choice of 2.0L 4-cyl and 2.5L 4-cyl engines. At 18 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
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2008 Nissan Sentra at a glance
| Body style | Midsize Cars |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl |
| Transmissions | Automatic (variable gear ratios), Manual 6-spd |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline |
| Fuel economy | 21–25 city / 29–33 highway / 24–28 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,400–$3,400 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 317–370 grams per mile |
| Versions tested by EPA | 4 configurations |
| Age | 18 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
What affects its junk value
- Age: at 18 years old, most of a 2008 Sentra's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
- Weight: as a midsize car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
- Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
- Recalls: NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Sentra. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
- Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags, typically around 104,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.
2008 Nissan Sentra recalls
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 2008 Nissan Sentra. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.
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…
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.
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…
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.
Common 2008 Sentra problems
Owners have filed 167 complaints about the 2008 Nissan Sentra with NHTSA. 20 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 17 injuries.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
Most-reported components
Typical mileage when problems were reported
- Air Bags104,000 mi
- Engine70,000 mi
- Power Train80,000 mi
- Steering45,000 mi
- Vehicle Speed Control21,000 mi
- Unknown or Other140,000 mi
2008 Nissan Sentra service bulletins
Manufacturers have filed 88 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 Nissan Sentra. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
Most common bulletin topics
Recent bulletins
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate/L
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate/L
CAN COMMUNICATION CODES - DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this
CAN COMMUNICATION - NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulleti
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Scope of Recalls 08V311 and 09V431
Nissan conducted safety recalls 08V-311 and 09V-431 to remedy leaking master cylinders on certain MY 2007 and 2008 Nissan Sentra vehicles.The recall populations were determined based on production changes to the master cylinder which were fully implemented into production on April 18, 2008.NHTSA utilized vehicle owner
Selling a 2008 Sentra: questions
How much is a 2008 Nissan Sentra worth for junk?
It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Can I junk a 2008 Sentra that doesn't run?
Yes. We buy 2008 Sentras that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Can I sell a 2008 Sentra with open recalls?
Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Nissan Sentra; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What paperwork do I need to sell my 2008 Sentra?
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Before you sell
Sources
- EPA fuel economy data (specs and MPG)fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA recallsnhtsa.gov
- NHTSA complaints, service bulletins and investigationsnhtsa.gov
Data retrieved October 2026.
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