2021 Nissan Rogue
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 361 |
| 2012 | 317 |
| 2013 | 606 |
| 2014 | 433 |
| 2015 | 545 |
| 2016 | 537 |
| 2017 | 588 |
| 2018 | 662 |
| 2019 | 331 |
| 2020 | 147 |
| 2021 | 268 |
| 2022 | 240 |
| 2023 | 647 |
| 2024 | 168 |
| 2025 | 168 |
| 2026 | 26 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
22% of complaints: electrical system — 58 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY16% of complaints: engine — 44 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY10% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 28 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY8% of complaints: power train — 22 distinct reports on file.
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NHTSA ODI report, 20230912
7% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V068000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V186000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V286000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. Abnormal wear inside the fuel pump may cause it to overheat and fail.
Remedy: 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 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V527000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V666000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Titan, Titan XD, Frontier, and 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V772000 — check if this car was fixed
Complete loss of motive power due to engine failure
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 23V791000 — check if this car was fixed
Inner Tie Rod Failures
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V437000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Nissan Rogue — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (58 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (44 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V068000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V186000 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V286000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V474000 (child seat, seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V957000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V527000 (back over prevention, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V666000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V772000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V791000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V437000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2021 Nissan Rogue is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Rogue?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan Rogue have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.