2009 Nissan GT-R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 22 complaints on file for the 2009 Nissan GT-R — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2009 compare to other GT-R years?

GT-R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2009 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2009 Nissan GT-R problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	6	27%	new
Fuel System	5	23%	new
Lighting	4	18%	new
Speed Control	1	5%	new
Steering	1	5%	new
Transmission	1	5%	new
Brakes	1	5%	new
Visibility & Wipers	1	5%	new
Engine	1	5%	new
Other	1	5%	new

Does the 2009 Nissan GT-R have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V054000SteeringFebruary 2, 2015 · 16,973 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25, 2008, 2009 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2007, to April 16, 2008, and 2009 Nissan GT-R vehicles manufactured March 14, 2007, to April 25, 2008. The steering column outer tube may not be round, resulting in extra stress being applied to the upper steering bearing. This stress may cause the bearing retainer to fracture, creating extra play in the steering wheel or a possible loss of steering.

Consequence

Extra play in the steering wheel or a loss of steering may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft on the Infiniti EX35, FX35, and FX45 vehicles, and will replace the steering column assembly on the Nissan GT-R vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Infiniti owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan owners may contact the GT-R hotline at 1-866-668-1487.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“1. MANY LEDS IN DASH CLUSTER HAVE GONE OUT WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE DRIVING AT NIGHT. 2. THERE IS A FAILURE OF THE AM/FM TUNER. BOTH ISSUES ARE KNOWN TO NISSAN BUT THEY WILL NOT FIX IN MY CAR STATING THAT MY VIN NUMBER WAS NOT AFFECTED WHICH IT MOST CERTAINLY IS:…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 30, 2017

“DURING A TRACK DAY MY FUEL EVAP CANISTER CAUGHT FIRE. THERE HAVE BEEN OTHER GT-R OWNERS THAT DO NOT EVEN TRACK THE CAR WITH NORMAL DRIVING, THAT HAVE DISPLAYED A FUEL STAIN IN THE PASSENGER FENDER LINER THAT IS SOAKED FROM FUEL FROM AN OVERWHELMED (?BADLY DESIGNED) CANISTER”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 12, 2016 · fire

“1. MANY LEDS IN DASH CLUSTER HAVE GONE OUT WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE DRIVING AT NIGHT. 2. THERE IS A FAILURE OF THE AM/FM TUNER. BOTH ISSUES ARE KNOWN TO NISSAN BUT THEY WILL NOT FIX IN MY CAR STATING THAT MY VIN NUMBER WAS NOT AFFECTED WHICH IT MOST CERTAINLY IS:…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · October 30, 2017

“ABOUT A YEAR AGO, EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT WITH THE CAR IDLING, WE WOULD HEAR A SLIGHT RATTLING NOISE. BUT EVERY TIME WE BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER, WHICH IS ONLY A FEW MILES FROM OUR HOUSE, THE NOISE WAS NOT THERE OR NOT ENOUGH TO BRING IT INTO SHOP TO BE CHECKED OUT SO NOTHING WAS EVER…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 7, 2013

“IT IS AN EXTREMELY COMMON ISSUE FOR THESE GUAGE CLUSTERS TO GO OUT AND IT REQUIRES A $2000 REPLACEMENT. NISSAN WOULD NOT HONOR MY EXTENDED WARRANTY. HTTP://WWW.GTRLIFE.COM/FORUMS/TOPIC/44110-OFFICIAL-NAGTROC-GAUGE-LIGHT-OUT-THREAD/PAGE__ST__240…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · August 17, 2015

2009 Nissan GT-R — common questions

Is the 2009 Nissan GT-R reliable?

The record is thin — 22 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2009 GT-R problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (6 complaints), fuel system (5 complaints), lighting (4 complaints).

Does the 2009 Nissan GT-R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2009 Nissan GT-R. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2009 Nissan GT-R under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2009 compare to other GT-R years?

What are the most common 2009 Nissan GT-R problems?

Does the 2009 Nissan GT-R have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2009 Nissan GT-R — common questions

Is the 2009 Nissan GT-R reliable?

What are the most common 2009 GT-R problems?

Does the 2009 Nissan GT-R have recalls?

Is the 2009 Nissan GT-R under NHTSA investigation?

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