2013 Nissan Cube
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The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 1 of 3 complaints (33%) mentions it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 19 in 2012 to 3 in 2013.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | vs. 2013 Small Station Wagons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,250–2,300 | 2,250–2,300 | 2,250–2,300 | 2,250–2,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 27–28 | 27–28 | 27–28 | 27–28 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–26 / 29–30 | 25–26 / 29–30 | 25–26 / 29–30 | 25–26 / 29–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 317–329 | 317–329 | 314–334 | 316–334 | |
| Complaints filed | 31 | 19 | 3 | 7 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Nissan Cube have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Nissan Cube get?
EPA rates it 27–28 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Nissan Cube?
EPA estimates $2,250–$2,300 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 26 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,250 (low) | 314 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Station Wagons | 25 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | 27 mpg (low) | $2,300 (high) | 334 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH · Campaign 15V418000 · Jul 1, 2015
Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Versa Sedan vehicles manufactured July 16, 2013, to January 29, 2014, 2013-2014 Cube vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to October 21, 2013, and 2013-2014 Juke vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to October 22, 2013. When exposed to hot temperatures, the affected vehicles have an engine start/stop button that may stick inside the button housing.
Consequence: If the engine start/stop button gets stuck in the housing, road vibrations may cause the engine to shut off unexpectedly while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the start/stop switch housing, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.