The 2009 Nissan GT-R's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 19 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

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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.

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

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2009 Nissan GT-R has accumulated 19 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with electrical system leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Electrical System4

02Fuel System, Gasoline4

03Exterior Lighting2

04Visibility1

05Service Brakes1

19 total across 1 model years (2009–2009)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Nissan GT-R Fuel Economy

18mpg combined

16city

21hwy

$3,200/yr

At 18 MPG combined, the 2009 Nissan GT-R delivers consistent fuel economy. Budget accordingly.

GT-R - Automatic (S6)

18mpg

3.8L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

16 city21 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2009 Nissan GT-R

27States

42%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 17% of listings are there. But with 27 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

3017%

ILIllinois

2414%

FLFlorida

1911%

AZArizona

1810%

NVNevada

116%

CACalifornia

95%

UTUtah

74%

MOMissouri

63%

GAGeorgia

63%

NJNew Jersey

53%

NYNew York

53%

KYKentucky

53%

WA4

OROregon

42%

PAPennsylvania

42%

COColorado

32%

OKOklahoma

32%

ID2

NC2

MA1

MD1

MN1

IN1

NH1

OH1

TN1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2009.

Buying a 2009 Nissan GT-R?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2009 Nissan GT-R a good car to buy?

The 2009 Nissan GT-R has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report electrical system as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2009 Nissan GT-R?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2009 Nissan GT-R. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2009 Nissan GT-R?

The 2009 Nissan GT-R is EPA-rated at 18 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

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

Out of 19 owner complaints, electrical system issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.