2026 Nissan Rogue

▲ Better than typical
2026 Nissan Rogue
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:54:56.280Z

This year had at least 30% fewer 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan Rogue Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2026 highlighted. 1999: 1 complaints 1999 2007: 1 complaints 2008: 429 complaints 2009: 320 complaints 2009 2010: 282 complaints 2011: 362 complaints 2012: 317 complaints 2012 2013: 609 complaints 2014: 438 complaints 2015: 552 complaints 2015 2016: 540 complaints 2017: 596 complaints 2018: 666 complaints 2018 2019: 333 complaints 2020: 151 complaints 2021: 285 complaints 2021 2022: 257 complaints 2023: 702 complaints 2024: 197 complaints 2024 2025: 179 complaints 2026: 36 complaints 2026
2026: 36 complaints
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YearComplaints
19991
20071
2008429
2009320
2010282
2011362
2012317
2013609
2014438
2015552
2016540
2017596
2018666
2019333
2020151
2021285
2022257
2023702
2024197
2025179
202636

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE 22%

22% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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The contact owned a 2026 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after arriving at her job and safely exiting the vehicle, white smoke was noticed by her manager on duty coming from under the hood.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260325

On June 19, 2026, while driving my 2026 Nissan Rogue SV at approximately highway speed, my vehicle suddenly lost power without warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260717

VISIBILITY/WIPER 19%

19% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 7 distinct reports on file.

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On Friday 01/02/2026 in my driveway, when closing my driver side front door of my 2026 Nissan Rogue purchased in mid-December, I suddenly heard a loud pop followed by crashing like breaking glass sound.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260104

POWER TRAIN 17%

17% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cvt.

CRASH
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1 Unknown. I suspect a malfunction involving the electronic gear-selection/shift-control system or transmission control system. I personally placed the vehicle in Park while the engine was running.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260814

Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE and SERVICE BRAKES

On 11/4/25 with only 377 miles on the odometer after backing out of my driveway I put the car into drive, nothing happened initially but then it stalled out in the road way.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251105

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 11%

11% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20260218 — tires

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Rogue vehicles. The incorrect-size spare tire may have been installed, which does not match the tire size and inflation pressure information on the tire placard.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the spare tire assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 25, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PD180.

Campaign 25V912000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — power train

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Rogue vehicles. The instrument panel may not display the transmission gear selection indicator.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission control valve assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 19, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261.

Campaign 26V419000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2026 Nissan Rogue — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 26V419000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V912000 (tires) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2020 ▲ 2025 ▲ 2024

WORST YEARS

■ 2023 ■ 2018 ◆ 2013

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FAQ

Is the 2026 Nissan Rogue reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2026 Nissan Rogue is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Nissan Rogue?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Rogue have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.