2010 Nissan GT-R Problems
- Complaints
- 11filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 33,500miles, 10 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 17 mpgcombined, 3.8L 6-cyl 4WD · 15 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2010 Nissan GT-R (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2010 Nissan GT-R. The part named most often is fuel system, with 5 complaints (45% of the total), followed by electrical system (3) and exterior lighting (3). 10 of the complaints include a mileage, and 90% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 33,500 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 80 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 9 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 18 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system5 45%
- Electrical system3 27%
- Exterior lighting3 27%
- Air bags1 9.1%
- Seats1 9.1%
- Vehicle speed control1 9.1%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “Fuel leaks out of the evap canister and onto rear passenger wheel fender liner under heavy driving and cornering. This leakage is also the source of very strong fuel fumes inside the cabin of the car. The evap canister is located ~6 upwind of the exhaust and has been seen to be the source of fires! I attach photos of fuel staining around the evap canister on my car. I have personally seen 2 Nissan gt-rs catch fire due to this situation, & have photos (not attached).”
NHTSA complaint #10860508, filed 2016-04, 27,000 milesElectrical system: “The lights go out for the gauge cluster routinely go out rendering drivers unable to read the gauges at night including the fuel gauge and speedometer. I noticed it when I started my car while in a dark location and was unable to see my temperature gauge, fuel gauge, and gear indicated gauge along with part of my tachometer. Many other owners experienced this same problem and there does not seem to be a related to anything caused by the owner. Nissan's solution is to replace the cluster with the same cluster that still has the faulty design and the lights still go out.”
NHTSA complaint #10785838, filed 2015-10, 77,000 milesExterior lighting: “The instrument cluster lighting in the car has failed rendering the gauges/speedometer/etc unreadable at night. Nissan extended the warranty on this item but mine has been replaced and now has the exact same issue. This is a safety issue - not being able to read the speedometer at night is dangerous!”
NHTSA complaint #10780106, filed 2015-10, 19,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “Car woudl not go into reverse or forward gear after starting the engine. Stationary took the car to the dealer for repair and was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced at a cost of $18,000 this vehicle has less than 50,000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #10909533, filed 2016-09, 48,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
90% of the 10 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 23,000 and 49,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2010 Nissan GT-R version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT-R 4WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,850 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2010 Nissan GT-R in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 80 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11031705Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11031704Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11004962May 21, 2024Electrical system. VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004961May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004960May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001201Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001194Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001191Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10239062Jun 16, 2023Electrical system. SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid…
- 10239060Jun 16, 2023Electrical system. 12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V…
Other model years of the Nissan GT-R
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 11 | 33,500 | 0 | — | 17 | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 19 | 20,000 | 1 | — | 18 | — | Rising |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2010 Nissan GT-R have?
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2010 Nissan GT-R as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2010 Nissan GT-R is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 5 complaints (45% of the total), followed by electrical system with 3.
Has the 2010 Nissan GT-R been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Nissan GT-R get?
The EPA rates the 2010 Nissan GT-R (GT-R, 3.8L 6-cyl) at 17 mpg combined, 15 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,850 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2010 Nissan GT-R reported?
Among the 10 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 33,500 miles and the middle half falls between 23,000 and 49,000 miles; 90% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.