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Nissan Cube problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Cube from 2009 to 2014: 217 owner complaints and 7 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2009 (101), 2010 (56), 2011 (31). Best fuel economy: 29 mpg combined (2010).

Nissan Cube
Photo: TTTNIS · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical52
Transmission & drivetrain49
Steering42
Airbags24
Engine21
Other / unknown17
Fuel & propulsion14
Body & structure12

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2009310129
201025629
201103128
201201928
20131328
20141728

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Nissan Cube?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2009 (101), 2010 (56), 2011 (31).

How many recalls has the Nissan Cube had?

Across 2009–2014, NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).