Recall 26V230 affects 47,928 2009-2010 Nissan Cube vehicles for driver air bag inflator detachment. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 47,928 2009-2010 Cube vehicles under recall 26V230 because the driver's air bag inflator can detach from the steering wheel during deployment. If it separates in a crash, the inflator can strike the driver or passengers; Nissan dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The issue is inside the driver airbag inflator on 2009-2010 Nissan Cube vehicles. The inflator is the metal canister in the steering wheel airbag module that creates gas to fill the airbag during a crash. When it works correctly, the inflator stays secured in the module while the airbag deploys toward the driver.
On affected Cubes, the Takata PSDI-X driver's-side inflator has an improper body weld seal at the inflator base. That weld is part of what holds the inflator together and keeps it attached to the airbag module. If the airbag deploys, the faulty weld allows the inflator or airbag module to detach from the steering wheel instead of staying in place.
There is no warning sign before failure. During normal driving, the steering wheel and airbag light give no confirmed signal that this weld problem is present.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on April 23, 2026.
| 2009 Nissan Cube | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2010 Nissan Cube | front air bag |
| Units affected | 47,928 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the driver's air bag detaches in a crash, it can strike the driver or other occupants and increase the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before the problem. Until the repair is complete, drive with extra care and schedule the dealer inspection promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
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 schedule the free front air bag inflator inspection and replacement if needed, which addresses an inflator that can detach from the steering wheel during deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V230 when you call.
- Call Nissan customer service at 800-647-7261 with questions about Nissan recall R26A1.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician inspects the front air bag inflator serial number and replaces the inflator if the inspection shows it is covered by the recall. The inspection, replacement inflator, and labor are free under the recall. Nissan's reimbursement statement covers the cost of a repair completed before the owner notice for vehicles no longer under warranty. If you already paid for this air bag inflator repair, ask Nissan customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 9, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 23, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| April 23, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 23, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V230?
Recall 26V230 covers 47,928 2009-2010 Nissan Cube vehicles with a driver's air bag inflator that can detach from the steering wheel during air bag deployment. Nissan dealers will inspect the front air bag inflator serial number and replace the inflator if needed 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 26V230. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the front air bag inflator inspection. Reference Nissan recall number R26A1 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Nissan dealers will inspect the front air bag inflator serial number and replace the inflator if needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is that the driver's air bag inflator can detach from the steering wheel during deployment. If that happens in a crash, the inflator can strike the driver or another occupant, increasing injury risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair.
When will Nissan mail owner letters for recall 26V230?
Nissan expects to mail owner notification letters on May 27, 2026. You do not need to wait for a letter to act. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Nissan dealer or Nissan customer service at 800-647-7261 and reference recall R26A1.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V230000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V230 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V230000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →