2009 Nissan GT-R Premium
JN1AR54FX9M252644
Vehicle history report for the 2009 Nissan GT-R Premium (VIN JN1AR54FX9M252644). Gray, coupe, 3.8L, gasoline. 42,707 mi reported. Registered in Ga. 1 open safety recall. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN JN1AR54FX9M252644
A full report searches national title databases (NMVTIS) and licensed history providers for this VIN and shows whatever records are on file — not every vehicle has every record type. The decode, safety recalls and owner complaints above are always free.
Safety recalls 1
STEERING:COLUMN
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25, 2008, 2009 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2007, to April 16, 2008, and 2009 Nissan GT-R vehicles manufactured March 14, 2007, to April 25, 2008. The steering …
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft on the Infiniti EX35, FX35, and FX45 vehicles, and will replace the steering column assembly on the Nissan GT-R vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Infiniti owners may contact customer service at 1-800-66
NHTSA Campaign #15V054000 · 02/02/2015We'll email you the moment a new safety recall is issued — no spam, unsubscribe any time.
Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan GT-R, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔥 1 involved a fire
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
🔍 Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 19
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2009 Nissan GT-R.
VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2009 Nissan GT-R. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a blinding glare coming from the windshield, compromising driver visibility. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The fail…
NHTSA ODI #11540564SERVICE BRAKES
I NOTED AN ERROR MESSAGE ON MY DASH REGARDING A FAILURE TO THE ABS.I WENT TO THE DEALER WHO PULLED A CODE "C1111" FOR A FAILED HYDRAULIC CONTROL ASSEMBLY; A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR. MY CAR HAS ONLY 19K MILES, AND IS LIGHTLY DRIVEN. ONLINE RESEARCH ON GT-R BLOGS, AND ELSEWHERE REVEAL THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM ON EARLY GT-RS, AFFECTING A HIGH PERCENTAG…
NHTSA ODI #11161730ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1. MANY LEDS IN DASH CLUSTER HAVE GONE OUT WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE DRIVING AT NIGHT. 2. THERE IS A FAILURE OF THE AM/FM TUNER. BOTH ISSUES ARE KNOWN TO NISSAN BUT THEY WILL NOT FIX IN MY CAR STATING THAT MY VIN NUMBER WAS NOT AFFECTED WHICH IT MOST CERTAINLY IS: HTTP://WWW.2009GTR.COM/2012/01/NISSAN-EXTENDS-WARRANTY-ON-INSTRUMENT.HTML
NHTSA ODI #11048465ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I'M WRITING THIS BECAUSE THE INSTRUMENT GAUGE CLUSTER LIGHT IS OUT ON MY 2009 GT-R, AND IT IS A SAFETY HAZARD. I HAVE TRIED TO WORK WITH NISSAN OF AMERICA/CANADA BUT LIKE MOST WITH THEIR LIGHTS OUT THE 'EXTENDED' WARRANTY EXPIRED BEFORE THE ISSUE OCCURRED. THERE ARE MANY PEOPLE WITH THEIR GAUGE CLUSTER LIGHTS OUT. HTTP://WWW.GTRLIFE.COM/FORUMS/TOPIC/44…
NHTSA ODI #10991660EXTERIOR LIGHTING
THE INSTRUMENT GAUGE CLUSTER ON A 2009-2010 GTR HAS A COMMON PROBLEM WHERE THE LEDS BEHIND THE FUEL GAUGE END OF BURNING OUT. NISSAN IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND OFFERED A FACTORY EXTENDED WARRANTY FROM 3 YEARS / 36K MILES TO 6 YEARS / UNLIMITED MILES. EVEN SO, FOR OWNERS LIKE MYSELF WITH A LOW MILEAGE CAR THAT HAVE PASSED THE TIME PERIOD BUT HAVE A BROKEN CLUS…
NHTSA ODI #10966003ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE SPEEDOMETER IS INACCURATE. THE FUEL GAUGE DOESN'T WORK. THE DIGITAL SCREEN ON THE GAUGE CLUSTER DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. SOME OF THE LIGHTING IS OUT SUCH AS BEHIND THE RPM GAUGE. THERE IS AN ORANGE EXCLAMATION POINT ICON LIT UP ON THE GAUGE CLUSTER AS WELL.
NHTSA ODI #10898016EXTERIOR LIGHTING
THE INSTRUMENT GAUGE CLUSTER LEDS GONE OUT, AS WELL AS THE INDICATOR DISPLAY. IT HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING AND THEY REMAIN OUT. THIS IS A WELL DOCUMENTED ISSUES IN MANY OF THE FORUMS. NISSAN IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN.
NHTSA ODI #10853359FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
DURING A TRACK DAY MY FUEL EVAP CANISTER CAUGHT FIRE. THERE HAVE BEEN OTHER GT-R OWNERS THAT DO NOT EVEN TRACK THE CAR WITH NORMAL DRIVING, THAT HAVE DISPLAYED A FUEL STAIN IN THE PASSENGER FENDER LINER THAT IS SOAKED FROM FUEL FROM AN OVERWHELMED (?BADLY DESIGNED) CANISTER
Fire · NHTSA ODI #10852043+ 11 more complaints on record.
