Recall 10V330 affects 46,000 2009-2010 Nissan Cube vehicles for fuel leakage after a rear crash test. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 46,000 2009-2010 Cube vehicles because fuel leakage exceeded federal limits after a rear moving barrier crash test. Fuel leaking near an ignition source raises the risk of a fire, and the Nissan dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel storage system on the 2009-2010 Nissan Cube is the part of the gasoline system that holds fuel and keeps it contained while the vehicle is being driven, parked, and involved in a crash. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 301 sets fuel leakage limits after specific crash tests. The system is supposed to stay within those limits so fuel does not spill beyond the allowed amount.
In Nissan testing for recall 10V330, the Cube was hit in a rear moving barrier crash test and then rotated as the standard requires. During that rotated test sequence, fuel leakage exceeded the allowable limit. The filing does not identify a separate part name or root cause, so the issue is best understood as a fuel storage integrity failure after that crash condition.
There is no warning sign before failure. This problem appears in the crash-test condition described by Nissan, not as a dashboard light, noise, smell, or change in how the Cube drives before a crash.
Who's affected?
Covers the Cube across 2 model years, with the same fuel system component listed for each year.
| 2010 Nissan Cube | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2009 Nissan Cube | fuel system |
| Units affected | 46,000 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific hatchback.
What's the safety risk?
Fuel leakage near an ignition source can result in a fire. If your VIN is included, limit driving until the vehicle is inspected and repaired, and keep fuel smells or visible leaks away from heat or sparks. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2010 Nissan Cube is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to ask about the free gas-recirculation-tube protector that helps control fuel leakage at the filler-neck connector.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V330 when you call.
- Avoid carrying extra fuel containers or parking near ignition sources until the dealer confirms the recall repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician attaches a special protector to the gasoline recirculation tube where it meets the filler neck connector. That protector shields the tube in the fuel filler area after the rear crash test fuel leakage issue described in campaign 10V330. The repair is performed free of charge under the recall. Nissan's remedy notice says the safety recall began on September 13, 2010, so ask the service desk to confirm the open recall repair for your VIN before the appointment.
Timeline
| July 22, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 13, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V330?
Recall 10V330 covers 46,000 2009-2010 Nissan Cube vehicles with a fuel-system-integrity defect. After a rear moving barrier crash test and vehicle rotation, fuel leakage exceeded the allowed limit. Nissan dealers install a special protector on the gasoline recirculation tube for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2010 Nissan Cube is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Cube is included in recall 10V330. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer and schedule the free protector installation on the gasoline recirculation tube near the filler neck connector. Reference recall number 10V330 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Nissan's remedy says the dealer service is performed free of charge. A franchised Nissan dealer installs the special protector on the gasoline recirculation tube.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fuel leakage after a rear impact and vehicle rotation. If leaked fuel reaches an ignition source, a fire can result. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer repair and ask the Nissan service desk about any driving precautions before your appointment.
What if I bought my Nissan Cube used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2009-2010 Cube is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall number 10V330.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V330000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V330 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V330000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →