Just to clarify - if you pull the steering lock fuse you are unable to start the car? But if it is connected, you can tap the lock and eventually get the car to start?
Pulling the fuse has worked for many people, but there is an alternative solution. Nissan has since come out with this part:
https://www.courtesyparts.com/oem-pa...ing-487089n00a
which replaces the steering lock module but does not have the lock. Might be a good solution for you since yours is acting up intermittently and it's pretty inexpensive!
Edit: Just wanted to say bikeking is probably on to something.. It sounds like your steering lock is getting stuck everytime it engages (probably when you shutting the car off).. so pulling it while it is disengaged (car is running) should ensure it's deactivated in the right position.
Also supported by this DIY:
DIY: Steering Wheel Lock Failure FIX!
Which suggests to pull it while in Acc mode once you tap the lock enough to get into Acc mode.