2010 Nissan Cube: won't start

Filed Feb 25, 2020 · Electrical, Steering · 65,909 miles · NY

My vehicle would not start. I had to have it towed to my mechanic where his computer diagnostic found the problem to be the steering module that starts the vehicle. I had to have it replaced at my cost of $971.00. My mechanic informed me that this same problem was prevalent in the year prior to mine and that they were being repaired by the manufacturer. I contacted the manufacturer and was told there was no campaign for my particular VIN number. I don't understand why the year prior to mine is covered but mine is not. I am the original owner of the vehicle and I have had this vehicle serviced as required through the dealership originally, then continued by my mechanic. I would like to file a complaint against this manufacturer to get reimbursed for this defect.

Filed Jan 24, 2019 · Electrical · 170,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan cube. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven to a location and parked. When she attempted to restart the vehicle, it would not start and a flashing orange key illuminated on the instrument cluster. The vehicle was towed to alexander nissan (10 alexander dr, muncy, pa 17756) where it was diagnosed that the emergency safety lock needed replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.

Filed Feb 18, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 100,000 miles · NC

Steering wheel does not lock. Dash lights come on, key is recognized, but sometimes engine does not start due to dead battery. Failure seems to be steering lock mechanism in unlocked position at all times causing battery to drain. Battery replaced 2 times in 9 months.alternator checks out good. Tired of being stranded!!!!car was stationary when incidents occur. Happening every other day for past 2 months.

Filed Mar 3, 2017 · Electrical, Steering · 84,676 miles · KY

The electronic steering interlock mechanism failed, on and off until it finally quit working and the car would not start as a result (the car was stationary each time the problem occurred, which happened at several locations around lexington, ky). I had it towed to a dealer, glenn nissan, lexington, ky. Initial and follow-up repairs cost $1,053.35. This was definitely a safety hazard in terms of potentially being stuck without transportation, and a faulty mechanism affecting the steering performance of the car. Today I learned that nissan extended the warranty on the vehicle due to a significant number of problems experienced by their customers worldwide. My car is past the 3-year extension period (by the way, I did not receive any notice of the warranty extension). The nature of this vehicular problem demanded a recall of the vehicle, not an extension of the warranty. I am therefore registering this complaint with your agency and asking for your investigation of this case. In addition, the law firm of chimicles & tikellis, llp, is investigating a potential class action law suit against nissan regarding the defective, unsafe electronic steering interlock installed on the 2009-2010 nissan cube model and two other models. I have provided information on my case to join that class action suit if it goes forward. I and all consumers need the national highway and safety administration to hold auto manufacturers accountable for selling defective, unsafe cars to the public and for failing to properly issue recalls on such vehicles. Please advise as to your intentions for taking action on this matter. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 30, 2016 · Engine, Steering · TX

Electronic steering column lock (escl) was malfunctioning, as diagnosed by a nissan dealer. The car was parked at my job and would not start. The brake pedal was pressed but was locked as well as the steering wheel in locked position. A solid orange key icon on the dash had started flashing. The car was towed to nissan. This is the same issue that the 2009 cubes were recalled for. It is the same part and same issue with my 2010 cube. Paying $1000 for an issue that nissan is already aware of is ridiculous. Nissan should be held accountable for every model affected by this problem, and not just the 2009s.

Filed Nov 29, 2015 · Electrical, Steering · 47,000 miles · CT

Electronic steering column lock (escl) was malfunctioning, as diagnosed by a nissan dealer. The car was parked on the side of the road, and it would not start, no engine, or into acc mode because the escl did not sense the brake pedal being pressed or the wheel in locked position. Pushing the brake pedal too start the car did nothing, and engine start button did not work but a solid amber key icon on the dash board would come up and disappear. The car had to be towed to the dealership. Did some research, and it turns out that nissan had problems w 2009 same escl part = steering lock part# on my unit - we have photos -487001fa0b manufacture date 09-30-09 the same as the only cube model year recalled.- from 2009-2010 including cube 2009 and altima/maxima 2010 which seemed to share the same escl part used my cube 2010 which is not part of the recall. Dealer wants over 800.00 too fix a know defect. There are many resources online (facebook, youtube, web forums) where people driving models other than altima and maxima experience the exact same problem, yet altima and maxima owners get warranty extensions and everyone else gets saddled with a $800 repair bill or more. Nissan should be held accountable for every model affected by this problem, not just two models and just one model year when the 2010's have the same issue and part . Our cube has 47,000 miles -

Filed Dec 27, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · 28,000 miles · TX

Electronic steering column lock (escl) was malfunctioning, as diagnosed by a nissan dealer. The car was parked in a parking garage, and it would not start, no engine, or into acc mode because the escl did not sense the brake pedal being pressed or the wheel in an unlocked position. The brake pedal was stiff, and engine start button did not work. A solid amber key icon on the dash board would come up and disappear. The car had to be towed to the dealership. Did some research, and it turns out that nissan had problems w several escl parts revised over time in various models from 2009-2010 including cube 2009 and altima/maxima 2010 which seemed to share the same escl part used in cube 2010. Waiting to hear from the dealer if nissan covers for this issue.

Filed Jun 16, 2014 · Steering · 25,000 miles · CA

My car would not start due to anti theft mechanism failure in steering column. This was an unexpected problem requiring towing and not helped by battery jump. Meaning, if the car is turned off in extreme weather with a car load of kids and no phone service the occupants could be in life threatening danger.

Filed Feb 11, 2011 · Acceleration · 5,000 miles · UT

One night after having recall work done, as I was driving the car, at every red light, the car would start surging forward as if it wanted to go. As I depressed the brake even harder, the car started shaking. I drove it straight back to the dealer but it stopped doing it and hasn't done it since. However, it also started not starting when I depressed the brake and pushed the ignition button. Generally I had to push the button, nothing would happen, the next push brought up the accessory lights and then next push made the car start. However, since this has happened a dozen of times, the last time it happened, the car wouldn't start after four tries and after I had depressed the brake and was reaching in the back seat to get my keys and phone and figure out the problem, the car suddenly and all by itself started the motor up. The mechanic ran diagnostics and still can't find the problem. I don't feel safe in the car and am trying to get the dealer to make it right. They want nissan to be involved in helping that happen financially and nissan is sticking to lemon law regulations. I refuse to drive this car anymore.