2021 Nissan Rogue
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Electrical system is the leading concern among 289 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 13th highest complaint count among 19 Rogue model years with reports.
Of the 2021 reports, 21 involved a crash and 3 involved a fire. 11 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Engine and engine cooling, engine, hard parts internal/mechanicalJun 27, 2025
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
Campaign 25V437000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic, foundation components, disc, caliperNov 22, 2023
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. The left and/or right rear brake caliper assemblies may be missing an internal bushing, allowing the O-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak.
A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Dealers will replace the left and right rear brake calipers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC933. The two vehicles that were previously inspected under recall 21V-286 and did not receive a brake caliper replacement will need to have the new remedy completed.
Campaign 23V791000 on NHTSA.gov
Back over prevention, display functionOct 13, 2022
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Titan, Titan XD, Frontier, and 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system may continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The IVI software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.
Campaign 22V772000 on NHTSA.gov
Seat belts, rear/other, buckle assemblySep 1, 2022
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The rear seat belts for the left-hand and right-hand rear seats may not retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 209, "Seatbelt Assemblies."
Seat belts that do not retract properly may be difficult to operate, preventing their usage, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC915.
Campaign 22V666000 on NHTSA.gov
Back over prevention, sensing system, cameraJul 21, 2022
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.
Campaign 22V527000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, fuel pumpDec 9, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. Abnormal wear inside the fuel pump may cause it to overheat and fail.
Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21B8.
Campaign 21V957000 on NHTSA.gov
Seats, mid/rear assemblyJun 24, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. The second-row upper tether wires may have been improperly welded to the seatback frame, preventing a child seat from being securely anchored. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
An insecurely anchored child seat can move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seatbacks as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC812.
Campaign 21V474000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic, foundation components, disc, caliperApr 22, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. The rear left and/or right brake caliper assemblies may be missing an internal bushing, allowing the O-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak.
A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC804.
Campaign 21V286000 on NHTSA.gov
Wheels, lugs/nuts/bolts/studsMar 17, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The incorrect wheel nuts may have been installed, and may loosen causing wheel vibration.
The wheel vibration may break the wheel studs and cause the wheel assembly to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel nuts and replace any incorrect ones, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC799.
Campaign 21V186000 on NHTSA.gov
Fuel system, gasoline, delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsFeb 11, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The fuel hose may not be secured in the proper position and the fuel tank lock ring may not be fully seated.
An improperly secured fuel hose may leak, increasing the risk of a fire. The fuel hose may also disconnect completely, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reposition and secure the fuel hose and lock ring, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC791.
Campaign 21V068000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
289 reports, newest first.
Visibility/wiper, Jan 23, 2022
Back window exploded outward for no reason.
Power train, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Jan 8, 2022
The vehicle keeps throwing a warning on the dash that states "Engine Malfunction Power reduced Service now" and the performance of the vehicle becomes severely limited. I have had two dealerships attempt to diagnose and repair the issue and the last report back is "Customer States Reduced Powertrain Message Comes on cluster, found same concern on techline data base, no repair can be made at this time. concern still under engineer review".
Fuel/propulsion system, Dec 31, 2021
I contacted local Nissan Greenacres locate at, 5353 Lake Worth Rd Greenacres, FL 33463 (561) 899-4413 Refuge to do the service by saying they’re busy and short handed.even though I schedule for the schedule ahead on line and received confirmation.
Other or unspecified, Dec 28, 2021
I got a brand new 2021 Nissan rogue. My window exploded outward. I just got to work oneday. I'm the only person in the parking lot. I'm sitting in my driver and 15 minutes later boom. On the Nissan forum site there are several more 2021 rogue rear windows blows up. I borrowed the money to pay to get it fixed for $500. The dealership wanted to keep the car for days to do and investigation to see why it cracked. They would not offer me a loaner car need to drive to work. The warranty would have paid for window but no loaner car to drive so I had to pay out of pocket so I could get back to work. Nissan corporate will not reimburse me for the money for the window and my trunks carpet that still needs to be detailed because of small glass I can't remove from the carpet.
Visibility/wiper, Dec 25, 2021
Came home and sunroof was fine, no incidents on road, no debris. Went to leave home approximately an hour later and sunroof was shattered. Confirmed on camera normal on arrival home then shattered, unable to visualize when actual break occurred but no other activity noted on camera during said time frame. Vehicle had not moved or been touched by anything, was secure in garage.
Vehicle speed control, Dec 22, 2021
Sometimes when I start driving, I press the pedal and the car accelerates and stays stuck in 1st gear. I'll press the pedal more and it doesn't go faster. I have to push the the shift to D (drive) again and then the car starts driving normal
Other or unspecified, Nov 30, 2021
WHEN I TURN ON THE A-C, ONE VENT BLOWS HEAT AND THE OTHERS ARE BLOWING COLD AIR.
Chest clip, Buckle, Harness, Nov 22, 2021
The straps in the car seat do not tighten evenly, leaving one shoulder looser. I have tried everything to try to get the straps to be even but they always end up uneven. Secondly, I have had the left strap come completely detached from the back of the car seat 3 times within the past week. This was done unprovoked ( baby was not in the seat). It is concerning that the straps can just come undone without being pulled or bothered.
Steering, Suspension, Back over prevention, Nov 17, 2021
Vehicle has had 2 wheel alignments in the first 2500 miles the car drifts pulls off the road the steering is loose vague no sense of contact with the road. Rear cross alert not function almost got hit by cars moving behind me. Not sure if other safety systems even work. The tires maybe defective too.
Power train, Nov 1, 2021
The cheap plastic transmission drive selector broke off when I took delivery of the rental car. I was astonished to find that the thing just broke and pulled right out of its socket while I was attempting to back it up right out of the rental parking lot. I've driven cars since 1971 and I've never seen a drive selector just break off that easily before. That should just never happen. I never could get it into drive again without just turning the car off. I finally figured out how to get it into Reverse and Drive and Neutral, but that's it. There were no warning lamps and the indicator on the shift lever that's supposed to tell you it's in Park never lit up. Without it going into park, there is a real risk of the car rolling away. Turning the car off does put it into Park because it's an electronic transmission apparently. But I had to engage the parking brake when putting it into Neutral when I went to park. I'm just astonished Nissan would put something this fail prone on the road. The shift control should just never break whether it's a lever, or dial or pushbutton. I am now liable for a $400 repair job. I realize that this was just a cheap rental car, but I strongly feel that it shouldn't have happened. Wouldn't want anyone else to have this issue.
Vehicle speed control, Engine, Oct 18, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would not accelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.
Other or unspecified, Oct 13, 2021
A Pillar water leak on both driver and passenger side leaking into vehicle, noticeable water damage, possible sunroof drain or roof rail issue. Appears to be a known issue to dealer but blame user error for using car washes.
Electrical system, Oct 13, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel and radio went black. The driver’s and passenger’s side front doors and tailgate door failed to open intermittently. Additionally, the front and rearview camera failed to display intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the dealer could not replicate the failure. The dealer informed the contact that they would be contacted when the replacement radio arrived. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened and transferred to arbitration. The manufacturer also sent out a specialist from California to test drive the vehicle, but the specialist refused to test drive the contact's vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 400.
Other or unspecified, Fuel/propulsion system, Sep 28, 2021
When we added gas, locked pump in gas door, when full it didn’t kick off. The gas ran out inside to the wheel well creating a fire hazard, I took it in for my first servicing and they couldn’t find a problem (I attached a copy of a recall for this years Rogue for this problem). 09-28-21, my 2021 (3,200 miles)Nissan Rogue stalled at the light, it wouldn’t restart and we had to push it out of traffic. Nissan has been sued and recalled the Transmission for all there Models, I filed a complaint over my Nissan Altima having delayed excel-oration as complaints and with repeated class action suits known to Nissan. Nissan continues to put falty transmissions in there vehicles endangering lives.
Other or unspecified, Sep 24, 2021
A-Pillars on both driver and passenger side are leaking water. this may cause mold issue during winter and harmful for the passenger of the vehicle.
Lane departure, Sep 24, 2021
On 7/23/21, I leased a 2021 Nissan Rogue SV AWD at Nissan of Streetsboro, Ohio. I leased the vehicle because I felt the newly designed Rogue looks good and drives smoothly. Unfortunately, during a recent long-distance trip from Ohio to Florida between 7/24 and 8/3 on interstate multi-lane highway I-77 and I-95 for a total of 2,500 miles, I uncovered a serious safety defect that is not possible to spot during the local test drive and it prompted me to make this report. The near accident-causing problem occurred on three occasions when the cruise control and intelligent lane intervention (I-LI) were enabled simultaneously at high speed (60~70mph). The incident occurred when I passed a big truck on the lane next to me, andthe entire Rogue got pulled towards that truck! What had happened was that the intelligent lane intervention system (I-LI) is designed to keep the vehicle in lane automatically. But when the truck next lane made a mistake and crossed line into my lane, I had to pull away from it, but then the intelligent lane intervention (I-LI) system failed to recognize the danger and forced my vehicle back in lane while the truck was still there, allowing my vehicle onto a collision course at high speed. I had since made the report to Nissan Consumer Affair. And the Nissan dealer sent the tech person out to drive along side of me, and he fully agreed that it is a dangerous problem. However, to my utter surprise, the case manage at Nissan Consumer Affair closed the case simply because that's how the feature was designed and no damage had occurred to the vehicle. I felt obligated and determined not to let this dangerous defect cause anyone's life. So, I contacted Nissan America corporate office on 8/31. They only had someone call me back to acknowledge receipt of my letter. No actions had been taken since. I am still driving this unsafe leased vehicle, and the lease is for 3 years. I think it's illegal to lease an unsafe vehicle to a customer.
Electrical system, Engine, Sep 24, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rouge. The contact stated that while driving 62 MPH, the vehicle lost power as speed was reduced inadvertently. The contact stated engine warning light illuminated displaying "malfunction power reduced service now". The dealer was contacted and advised to turn the vehicle off and to restart it. The contact did as was informed by the dealer as the vehicle resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and stated the battery lost charge. The vehicle was at the dealer overnight to have the battery recharged. The issue was corrected however, the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was currently at the dealer for diagnosis and repairs. The manufacturer was made aware and a case was opened. The contact stated that the manufacturer contacted the dealer and was informed that the failure could not be diagnosed. The failure mileage was approximately 1,600.
Other or unspecified, Sep 23, 2021
When cornering the car losses strength and takes a few seconds to continue driving normally. The problem is intermittent. First visit to the dealer the problem “was addressed” because they repaired a voluntary recall for the ABS. The problem still persists and is currently at the dealer.
Vehicle speed control, Fuel/propulsion system, Sep 17, 2021
Exiting a parking lot 6:45 pm 9/16/21, after braking and shifting gears from reverse to drive, the vehicle took off at top speed without my depressing the gas pedal. I negotiated a right turn with great difficulty because of high speed and pulled off to the side of the next block, braked hard, stopped, and turned off the engine. Each time I tried to restart the engine it roared into high speed (speedometer flew instantly to 140 mph) and the vehicle lurched forward without my touching the gas pedal. I repeated attempts at normal start several times; each time the roar and lurch recurred. I turned off everything and called a friend to pick me up. By the time she arrived about ten minutes later, I heard a loud pop/click in my otherwise totally silent vehicle and looked down to see the gas pedal rising up from the floor. I was then able to start it normally and drive a few blocks home to my garage. Today I have contacted a large dealership (not the smaller one where I bought this new vehicle off the showroom floor 6 months ago) to see if incidents similar to this incident had occurred with their customers. The receptionist canvassed 4 service techs who had heard of no such thing. (The last time this happened to my knowledge was with Lexus and Camry in 2007, when 5 people died in high speed highway crashes in California and the gas pedal assemblies were recalled. Toyota attributed the gas pedal malfunction to floor mats at the time. Congressional hearings were held.) The floor mats in my vehicle are rubber trays molded to the shape of the individual interior. They cannot move or impede the gas pedal in any way. My vehicle has been serviced by the dealership on schedule since purchase March 10, and the monthly vehicle report--testing conducted remotely--I receive by email finds nothing wrong with any component. However, the highly advertised safety and convenience features of this 2021 vehicle expired on September 10 and are now available only by paid subscription
Back over prevention, Sep 17, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera malfunctioned and the vehicle lost the safety feature. The contact stated that the warning light was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed the camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 3,000.
Structure, Sep 8, 2021
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The roof rail has a clip where it attaches to the body, water can leak in there causing leaking in the headliner of the car. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Water damage, possibly mold growth. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? No Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No
Fuel system, Gasoline, Sep 7, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while moving off from a complete stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel pump replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V068000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that they were unable to assist. The failure mileage was approximately 3,300.
Structure, Other or unspecified, Aug 26, 2021
Rear bumper in two parts one part with sensor and other reflective. Main rear bumper attached with body. Second rear bumper part of main rear bumper Gaps found between both bumpers defective or grips/ hooks gap. Create noise vibrating. Also knock sound came from steeribg when its park and put in drive or reverse.
Engine and engine cooling, Aug 23, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving in local traffic, the RPM abruptly increased without warning. The contact turned off the vehicle and waited a few minutes. The contact restarted the vehicle and immediately the RPM increased independently. The failure was experienced three times. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer performed a diagnostic test that was unable to locate a failure code. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacture was contacted. The failure mileage was 1,433.
Electrical system, Engine, Forward collision avoidance, Aug 19, 2021
First problem occurred on Sunday, August 15, 2021 (Mileage: 4,514) when the dashboard displayed: "Engine Malfunction, Power Reduced, Service Now" Warning light came on. The same day, I left a VM with Service Manager at CONICELLI dealership (as well sent pic and video of another repeat problem w/the front passenger window) who called me back the next morning stating if the WARNING message is off its okay to drive it to dealership in which I did on 8/16/2021 (by the way, when arriving the warning did not display, but again I had taken picture) After having my vehicle for a little over any hour I was told they had to call NISSAN about the problem and they were instructed to replace a sensor, the gear shift, and battery (since I had been having problems with starting the vehicle, it takes 2-3 "PUSH START" before the vehicle turns on. Now because it will take about 3 weeks for all the parts to come in it okay for me to drive the vehicle since the warning light went off. I said that I DID NOT feel safe driving the vehicle and want to be placed in a rental until they can complete the repairs. The Service Manager (Mark) said again since the light was off its okay, I just need to be concern if the comes back on begin flashing. I did not think it should be driven until the repairs was done because it is an unsafe condition for me and everyone else on the road. But I took the vehicle. The next morning the light came back on and stayed (Mileage: 4,594) on for the enter 45 minute drive and it did not drive well (it was sluggish). I called and complained to NISSAN HQ and Service Manager, Mark at CONICELLI. They only want to repair the sensor and battery because they have those parts and call me when the gear shift comes in and I return to get that fix. I was like that's unacceptable, I don't want a partial fix I want the problem fully fixed and I want a rental while YOU wait all the parts. He wants me in rental but none available, YET I reserved a rental after R call.