2008 Nissan Rogue
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 429 |
| 2009 | 320 |
| 2010 | 282 |
| 2011 | 362 |
| 2012 | 317 |
| 2013 | 608 |
| 2014 | 437 |
| 2015 | 550 |
| 2016 | 539 |
| 2017 | 596 |
| 2018 | 666 |
| 2019 | 333 |
| 2020 | 149 |
| 2021 | 283 |
| 2022 | 254 |
| 2023 | 692 |
| 2024 | 188 |
| 2025 | 176 |
| 2026 | 33 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
38% of complaints: power train — 161 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and driveline.
CRASH31% of complaints: air bags — 131 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing on-off switch assembly and sensor/control module.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 NISSAN ROUGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE WIFE WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH A SECOND VEHICLE CRASH INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200721
GOT INTO A CAR ACCIDENT GOING LESS THAN 30 MILES PER HOUR. CAUSE OVER $6,000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. THE CAR WAS IN THE SHOP FOR OVER 2 MONTHS; WAITING ON PARTS FOR A BAND NEW CAR CURRENTLY IN MASS PRODUCTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080425
Also filed under EXTERIOR LIGHTING and SEAT BELTS
12% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 51 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
CRASH10% of complaints: electrical system — 45 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and software.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the horn started blaring. The contact became aware that the instrument panel and steering wheel was on fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230322
Also filed under STEERING
8% of complaints: engine — 36 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSEN
Remedy: DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACE
Campaign 08V521000 — check if this car was fixed
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MI
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE TPMS NUT WITH A NEW, MORE ROBUST NUT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NI
Campaign 09V393000 — check if this car was fixed
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 ROGUE VEHICLES. A SCREW IN THE STEERING GEAR HOUSING COVER MAY LOOSEN OVER TIME AND COULD FALL OUT. AS IT LOOSENS, THE STEERING RESPONSE OF THE VEHIC
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT WHETHER THE STEERING GEAR COVER SCREW IS LOOSE AND WILL BE RETIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSTALL A COVER PLATE TO PREVENT THE SCREW FROM POSSIBLY COM
Campaign 09V411000 — check if this car was fixed
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEP
Campaign 10V401000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Nissan Rogue vehicles manufactured March 7, 2007, to November 26, 2013, and 2014 Nissan Rogue Select vehicles manufactured September 23, 2013, to July 2, 2014.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the kick panel wiring harness connector and will if necessary install a new harness connector and waterproof seal, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015.
Campaign 15V032000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Nissan Rogue — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (161 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (131 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (51 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 08V521000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V393000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V411000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V401000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V032000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2008 Nissan Rogue reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Nissan Rogue is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Nissan Rogue?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Nissan Rogue have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.