2009 Nissan Cube vs 2009 Toyota Matrix
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 Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 101 | 192 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 86 | 215 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–29 | 22–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 75,000 mi | 28,101 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Cube | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 8 | 78 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 45 |
| Steering | 23 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 22 | 9 |
| Engine | 15 | 11 |
| Power Train | 20 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2009 Nissan Cube
2009 Toyota Matrix
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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.