How common are transmission problems on the 2011 Nissan Cube?

NHTSA shows 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2011 Cube, which is 48% of all 31 complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do 2011 Nissan Cube transmissions typically fail?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 100,500 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Nissan Cube CVT?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this transmission issue on the 2011 Cube.

Which model years of the Nissan Cube have similar transmission complaints?

NHTSA data shows 6 complaints for 2010 (11% share), 15 for 2011 (48% share), 6 for 2012 (32% share), 0 for 2013, and 2 for 2014 (29% share) in this problem area.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these transmission complaints?

NHTSA records 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the reported Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2011 Cube.

2011 Nissan Cube Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2011 Nissan Cube, 48% of all 31 complaints filed for the year. The median mileage at failure was 100,500. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 15; 48% of 31
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 100,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the CVT shaking, whining, or making loud noises before losing power, often starting under normal driving conditions.
Several drivers describe the car failing to accelerate from a stop, then lurching forward suddenly once the transmission engages.
Some report complete stalling or loss of drive while on the highway or at a traffic light, requiring the vehicle to be towed or pushed out of traffic.
A few owners say the vehicle entered a limp mode with reduced power and a whining sound, with dealers diagnosing a failed CVT.
Multiple complaints mention dealers stating the CVT needed full replacement, with no acknowledgement of a defect from Nissan.

When 2011 Nissan Cube transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 16, 2014, latest Mar 27, 2023.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2014 to Mar 2023; peak Feb 2019 (2).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2011 Nissan Cube

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Cube model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20106 (11%)
201115 (48%)
20126 (32%)
20130 (0%)
20142 (29%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems on the 2011 Nissan Cube?: NHTSA shows 15 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2011 Cube, which is 48% of all 31 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do 2011 Nissan Cube transmissions typically fail?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 100,500 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Nissan Cube CVT?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this transmission issue on the 2011 Cube.
Which model years of the Nissan Cube have similar transmission complaints?: NHTSA data shows 6 complaints for 2010 (11% share), 15 for 2011 (48% share), 6 for 2012 (32% share), 0 for 2013, and 2 for 2014 (29% share) in this problem area.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these transmission complaints?: NHTSA records 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries among the reported Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2011 Cube.