2008 Chrysler Sebring vs 2008 Nissan Altima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 238 | 1,028 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 117 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 53 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–24 | 22–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chrysler Sebring | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 13 | 312 |
| Electrical System | 88 | 90 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 168 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 142 |
| Power Train | 48 | 80 |
| Engine | 42 | 54 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 34 | 35 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 57 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 60 | 25 |
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 51 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
2008 Chrysler Sebring
2008 Nissan Altima
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.