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2009 Nissan Cube tires problems

severe Owners of the 2009 Nissan Cube have filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the tires at roughly $150 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See tires across all vehicles →

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Complaints
4
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$150
tires complaints on the Nissan Cube, by model year
Model yeartires complaints
2009 Cube (this page) 4
2010 Cube 3
1crash

When does it fail?

Of the 4 tires complaints filed for the 2009 Nissan Cube, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.

0-25k
1 (100%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.

What stands out

No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 14 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 09V393000 October 5, 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

If the TPMS lamp is disregarded and the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, the tire will quickly lose air pressure at a consistent rate resulting in a flat tire increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.

Service Bulletin NTB-09-101 Sep 2010

NISSAN: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WARNING LIGHT ON/FLASHING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. UPDATED ON 08-11-2011.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin NTB-09-110 Nov 2009

NISSAN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. WHEEL VALVE STEM NUT. SOME MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM (TPMS) TRANSMITTER NUTS THAT WERE NOT MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. OVER TIME, THESE NUTS MAY CORRODE AND POTENTIALLY CRACK, ESPECIALLY IN AREAS WHERE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT ARE USED.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 1 most recent

tires · 21,600 mi · filed 10/28/2011

The tire pressure light sensor remains lit. The pressure on the tires are correct and there is not loss of pressure, however the sensor light does not turn off. There has already been a recall on other cubes for this matter. *tr

Had tires trouble with your 2009 Nissan Cube? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the tires problem on the 2009 Nissan Cube?

It's a meaningful issue. 4 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $150.

At what mileage does the tires typically fail?

Based on the 4 complaints filed, tires issues most often appear around 34,200 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to tires?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover tires issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2009/Nissan/Cube. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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