2009 Nissan Cube vs 2009 Pontiac Vibe
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Nissan Cube | 2009 Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 101 | 527 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 86 | 876 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–29 | 22–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 75,000 mi | 59,650 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Cube | Pontiac Vibe |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 8 | 352 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 58 |
| Steering | 23 | 35 |
| Engine | 15 | 29 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 18 |
| Power Train | 20 | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 15 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 15 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 14 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
2009 Nissan Cube
2009 Pontiac Vibe
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.