Model year guide

2009 Nissan Cube

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Nissan Cube is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 90 on record.

2009 Nissan Cube — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Nissan Cube at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints100
Combined28 mpg
Typical price$6,405

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2009 Nissan Cube recalls 3

Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems NHTSA Campaign #09V393000 · 05/10/2009

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON D.C., WEST VIRGINIA AND WISCONSIN. THE MATERIAL IN THE NUT USED TO SECURE THE SENSOR-TRANSMITTER O…

Fix: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE TPMS NUT WITH A NEW, MORE ROBUST NUT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 AND INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage NHTSA Campaign #10V330000 · 22/07/2010

NISSAN IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 NISSAN CUBE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 30, 2009 THROUGH JULY 30, 2010. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS ROTATED FOLLOWING A REAR MOVING BARRIER CRASH TEST AS REQUIRED, THE AMOUNT OF FUEL LEAKAGE EXCEEDED THE ALLOWABLE LIMITS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL DEVELOP A SPECIAL PROTECTOR AND ATTACH IT TO THE GASOLINE RECIRCULATION TUBE AT THE LOCATION OF THE FILLER NECK CONNECTOR. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #26V230000 · 10/04/2026

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2009-2010 Cube vehicles. The driver’s air bag inflator may rupture or detach from the steering wheel during air bag deployment.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the front air bag inflator serial number, and replace the inflator as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is R26A1. Vehicle Identification N…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2009 Nissan Cube common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2009 Nissan Cube MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,225

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 Nissan Cube worth?

Low
$4,300
Typical price
$6,405
High
$8,500

From 90 comparable 2009 Nissan Cube listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Nissan Cube costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,125
Fuel only$11,125
Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Nissan Cube trims & engines on record

Trims
1.8 S · 1.8 Base · 1.8 SL · 1.8 Krom
Engines
1.8L 4-cyl

2009 Nissan Cube vehicles on record

2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 BaseJN8AZ28RX9T131591 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SLJN8AZ28R59T105576 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 KromJN8AZ28R39T128533 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R69T113721 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 BaseJN8AZ28R99T131520 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SLJN8AZ28R49T127648 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R99T127337 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 BaseJN8AZ28R89T103157 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R59T107750 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 KromJN8AZ28R89T117169 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R79T118829 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 BaseJN8AZ28R99T122008 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28RX9T101992 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SLJN8AZ28R79T122802 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R59T118327 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R99T129816 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SLJN8AZ28R09T103699 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R79T104929 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28RX9T104021 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R79T112237 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SJN8AZ28R59T106095 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 SLJN8AZ28R39T127222 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 BaseJN8AZ28R09T128540 2009 Nissan Cube 2009 Nissan Cube 1.8 BaseJN8AZ28R39T121257

Other Nissan Cube model years

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

2009 Nissan Cube — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Nissan Cube have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Nissan Cube. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Nissan Cube?

Based on 100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, wheels, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Nissan Cube get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Nissan Cube at about 28 mpg combined (26 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2009 Nissan Cube worth?

Comparable 2009 Nissan Cube listings run roughly $4,300–$8,500, typically around $6,405 (from 90 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.