There are no safety recalls for the 2012 Nissan Cube, but owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA.
2012 Nissan Cube problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Visibility › Windshield — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 63,106 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2012 Nissan Cube complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Feb 11, 2025
2013-2014 oxygen gas sensor Intermittently failed to operate, causing CO2 into the cabin. Issue not found Nissan instructed to take it to another dealer they found issue and replaced. 2025 same issue dealers cannot find major c02 entering cabin. Cannot drive car due to extreme c02 have blood test indicating c02 in blood. Extreme situation both times!
Unknown or Other · at 30,000 miles · reported Mar 20, 2021
My back sensors went out and was causing the back tires to be idle while I was driving I immediately immediately got it fixed with my stimulus money
Electrical System · at 46,000 miles · reported Jul 14, 2020
The car will stop running and die. It has been worked on and the fuse box and brake lamp light switch has been replaced twice. When it dies it smell like burning electrical wiring and smoke comes out from under the hood. I have almost been killed half a dozen times. I can't drive the car safely.
Power Train · at 97,000 miles · reported Aug 1, 2019
I purchase my 2012 nissan cube on january 2019 w 93k on jun 2019 started a noise .it became increasingly worst, took it to the mechanic he road test the car ,and told me it was the transmission I google the CVT trans and find out that nissan have trouble with those trans ,they extend the warranty on some models from 2000 to 2010 I took it to rt.46 nissan on totowa nj to make sure that was the problem and it was .they want $4163.00 to repair/replace the trans that they know have a bunch of problems ..twice the car stall when I`m driving I`m not going to pay for a trans.that has a history of…
Power Train · at 80,000 miles · reported Jul 5, 2019
I own a 2012 nissan cube with 80,000 miles on it. My teenager was driving the car when it stalled out on her and would not accelerate. It eventually caught enough to accelerate and the service engine light came on. Took it in to the dealership and the transmission needs to be replaced. It is an internal failure of several sensors on the CVT transmission. I have read online at multiple sites that this is a largely occurring incident with nissan and these models. A transmission should not fail at 80,000 miles! It is a dangerous occurrence that can cause serious injury to the driver if on an…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Nissan Cube have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2012 Nissan Cube as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Nissan Cube?
Owners report power train problems most often (6 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 63,106 miles.
Are Nissan recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.