AI Damage2021 Nissan Rogue: common problems
Owners of the 2021 Nissan Rogue filed 291 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and engine. The maker issued 234 service bulletins for this year. We found 2 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 291
- involving a crash
- 22
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 234
- YouTube repair videos
- 2
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 21% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 18% of all complaints
- 3 Fuel/propulsion system 11% of all complaints
- 4 Forward collision avoidance 10% of all complaints
- 5 Powertrain 9% of all complaints
- 6 Structure 7% of all complaints
- 7 Service brakes 6% of all complaints
- 8 Steering 6% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 62 complaints (21% of all), 3 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 119.
- Engine: 52 complaints (18% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 7.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 33 complaints (11% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 2.
- Forward collision avoidance: 29 complaints (10% of all), 6 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 10.
- Powertrain: 27 complaints (9% of all), 4 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 31.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 1.5 L · petrol · turbo · 3 cyl
- 2.5 L · petrol · 4 cylnamed in 1 complaints
- CVTnamed in 6 complaints
Drive: FWD, AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 291 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 62 | 3 | 119 |
| Engine | 52 | 2 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 33 | 1 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 29 | 6 | 10 |
| Powertrain | 27 | 4 | 31 |
| Structure | 19 | 0 | 20 |
| Service brakes | 18 | 5 | 7 |
| Steering | 18 | 3 | 2 |
| Visibility | 14 | 0 | 17 |
| Air bags | 14 | 7 | 11 |
| Engine and cooling | 12 | 0 | 23 |
| Backover prevention | 11 | 0 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 5 | 1 | 2 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle independently accelerated and the brakes failed to operate while the brake pedal was depressed, causing the front center of the vehicle to crash into a tree. No warning lights were illuminated. The air bags deployed as needed.
I was going 75 miles per hour at the time and my air bags did not deploy and my vehicle is very likely totaled. Due to airbags not deploying my head hit the steering wheel and window many times. The vehicle is available for inspection if requested.
The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was drivable although damage was moderate. No warning light's were illuminated. A police report was filed. Three passengers were injured, The driver, The front passenger, and the back passenger.
I was in my 2021 Nissan Rogue and just turned right down the street from my in-laws home ( out of state in Indiana) when the vehicle violently jerked to the right and I was unable to control it and sent me into a ditch. My speed was 14mph when this happened. I managed to get it up on the road and inspected it.
I was in an accident with front and rear collision and damage and my airbags never deployed. I hydroplaned into the guardrail and hit the front of the vehicle completely and then was rear-ended with massive damage after I hit the guardrail.
There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, or fire. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 36,500.
In the past if I’ve come too close to a vehicle or object in front of me my vehicle lets me know messaging me on my screen, side mirrors and my vehicle has even braked itself. I have become reliant on this system and I no longer feel secure or safe knowing this system intermittently works.
1. right front lower control arm broke yes available for inspection 2. caused my vehicle to pulled to the right and could not steer straight and caused collision into parked car. 3. no not yet 4. no not yet 5. no
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 217 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 10% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Rogue has 361 complaints (11 years in the data). This year has 291, below average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Forward collision avoidance. Radar and camera: calibration after bumper or windshield replacement.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM This bulletin is no longer active
Please discard previous versions of NTB26-006.
- CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other…
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: Certification Label =…
- FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The vehicle has a…
FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The vehicle has a visible leak with a smoke machine test coming from the fuel filler tube lower seal, AND DTC P0456 is stored as…
- STEERING WHEEL SWITCH BUTTONS INOPERATIVE, STICKING, OR NOT CLICKING WHEN PRESSED IF YOU CONFIRM The…
STEERING WHEEL SWITCH BUTTONS INOPERATIVE, STICKING, OR NOT CLICKING WHEN PRESSED IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states that any of the steering wheel switch buttons are inoperative, sticking, or not clicking when…
- REAR VIEW CAMERA IS INOPERATIVE OR "X" IS DISPLAYED WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE IF YOU CONFIRM The Rear…
REAR VIEW CAMERA IS INOPERATIVE OR "X" IS DISPLAYED WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE IF YOU CONFIRM The Rear View Camera is inoperative or an "X" is displayed when shifting into reverse, AND There is corrosion at the Rear…
- "ENGINE MALFUNCTION POWER REDUCED SERVICE NOW" DISPLAYED IN COMBINATION METER IF YOU CONFIRM The customer…
"ENGINE MALFUNCTION POWER REDUCED SERVICE NOW" DISPLAYED IN COMBINATION METER IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states that a "Engine Malfunction Power Reduced Service Now" warning is being displayed, or was displayed in the…
- AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING APPLIED SYSTEMS
Vehicles equipped with a lane camera (see Figure 1) SERVICE INFORMATION If the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) warning light or is blinking (but not illuminated steadily) or the customer states it is blinking, and…
- INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE AND AEB/FEB WARNING LIGHT ON OR RADAR OBSTRUCTION MESSAGE DISPLAYED…
INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE AND AEB/FEB WARNING LIGHT ON OR RADAR OBSTRUCTION MESSAGE DISPLAYED WITH DTC C1A16 OR C2582 IF YOU CONFIRM IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (on the next page) is to give you a…
- MIL ON WITH DTC P0196 STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The MIL is ON with DTC P0196 for “EOT SENSOR”…
MIL ON WITH DTC P0196 STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The MIL is ON with DTC P0196 for “EOT SENSOR” stored in the ECM. HINT: DTC P0012 for “INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL B1” may be stored along with P0196 for “EOT…
- CHARGE AIR COOLER SYSTEMS SERVICE INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION If a body shop or dealer performs a…
CHARGE AIR COOLER SYSTEMS SERVICE INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION If a body shop or dealer performs a repair affecting the charge air cooler (Figure 1), please be aware of the following information regarding the charge…
- ENGINE COOLANT SERVICE PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When draining and refilling the vehicle’s coolant for…
ENGINE COOLANT SERVICE PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When draining and refilling the vehicle’s coolant for any reason, refer to the updated Electronic Service Manual (ESM) service procedure starting on page 2 of this…
- DTCS B2740-87, B2744-87, AND/OR B274D-87 STORED IF YOU CONFIRM Any of the following DTCs are stored
B2740-87 (TCU) B2744-87 (BCM) B274D-87 (Combination Meter) ACTION Follow the SERVICE PROCEDURE to reprogram the Sonar Control Unit, if applicable. IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick…
NHTSA lists 234 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Rogue?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system. Total complaints: 291. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (23%), windows, sunroof (10%), fuel system, fuel smell (6%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Nissan Rogue?
NHTSA lists 234 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Nissan Rogue from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.