Recall 26V230000: 2009–2010 Nissan Cube
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 9, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 47,928
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
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.
The risk
A driver's air bag that ruptures or detaches can strike the driver or other occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The 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 Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 14, 2026.
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Nissan Cube
- 2010 Nissan Cube
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V230000
- Manufacturer campaign
- R26A1
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 5, 2026
- Components
- Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module (Airbags)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology