Nissan Cube Problems by Year
NHTSA has 217 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Nissan Cube, across 6 model years (2009–2014). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (101). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Nissan Cube years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Cube year: 2009, 2010. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 Cube: 101 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2010 Cube: 56 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2011 Cube: 31 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2013 Cube: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2014 Cube: 7 complaints, 1 recall
- 2012 Cube: 19 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Nissan Cube problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 52 | 5 | 1 |
| Power Train | 49 | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 42 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 5 | 6 |
| Engine | 21 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Nissan Cube model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Cube | 7 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2013 Cube | 3 | 1 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2012 Cube | 19 | 0 | — | Power Train | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2011 Cube | 31 | 0 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2010 Cube | 56 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2009 Cube | 101 | 3 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Cube years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2009 (101), 2010 (56) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Cube year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Nissan Cube?
Electrical System, with 52 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Nissan Cube have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.