2015 Nissan Rogue parts and specs

What changed for the 2015 Nissan Rogue

• 2015Carries over without significant changes from the 2014 redesign, aside from a new push-button Eco mode added to the powertrain

Known problems with the 2015 Nissan Rogue

5 of the 6 issues we track for the 2014–2020 generation are documented against the 2015 model year, and 4 carry a recall or service bulletin.

• CVT judder, hesitation, and failure (class-action warranty extension)

  majorClass settlement (BBB AUTO LINE program, 2014–2018 Rogue), 84 mo/84,000 mi CVT warranty extension

  The T32's JF016E CVT draws the same complaints as its predecessor: shudder/judder from a stop, rubber-band hesitation when merging, whining, overheat power loss, and outright failure. A US class-action settlement (approved 2022) extended the transmission warranty on 2014–2018 Rogues from 60 months/60,000 miles to 84 months/84,000 miles and reimbursed qualifying past repairs. 2019–2020 cars kept the standard 5/60 powertrain warranty. Out of warranty, insist on the updated valve body/TCM calibration before agreeing to a full replacement. Some judder cases are fixable for far less.

  Typical cost: Free within 84 mo/84k on 2014–2018; $3,800–$5,500 for CVT replacement out of warranty

• Under-dash harness connector corrosion (recall)

  moderateNHTSA 22V-024

  The same salt-water-through-the-carpet failure as the first generation carried into early T32s: the electrical connector for the under-dash harness corrodes, causing shorts, battery drain, and accessory faults. Nissan recalled 2014–2016 Rogues; dealers repair the connector free.

  Typical cost: Free under recall

• Jackknife key ignition shut-off (recall)

  moderateNHTSA 23V-093

  On 2014–2020 Rogues with the folding 'jackknife' style non-Intelligent key, the ignition can be inadvertently knocked out of RUN while driving, killing engine power, power steering assist, and airbag readiness. Dealers modify or replace the key free of charge. Only affects cars without push-button start.

  Typical cost: Free under recall

• Weak cabin heat / clogged heater core

  moderate

  A very common T32 complaint in cold climates: lukewarm air on the driver's side or overall poor heat, usually from a restricted heater core (debris/sealant in the cooling system) or a stuck blend-door actuator. A back-flush of the heater core fixes many cars; stubborn ones need a new core, which is a big dash-out labor job.

  Typical cost: $100–$250 flush; $900–$1,500 heater core replacement

• Liftgate support struts (recall) and general liftgate sag

  minorNHTSA 16V-219

  Nissan recalled 2014–2016 Rogues because corroded liftgate support struts could let the gate fall. Outside the recall population, worn struts that won't hold the gate up in cold weather are a routine wear item and an easy 10-minute DIY replacement.

  Typical cost: Free under recall; $40–$100 for a strut pair DIY

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