--- title: "Nissan Rogue Problems and Years to Avoid" description: "How the Nissan Rogue problems and recalls specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. 6 documented problems with the Nissan Rogue, with symptoms, affected years, and typical repair costs. 2 of them are serious. 4 carry a recall or TSB number." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/common-problems" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Nissan Rogue Common Problems and Years to Avoid The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Nissan Rogue problems and recalls specification changed by year? | Model years | Documented issues | Serious | With a recall or TSB | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2021-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2021-2025/common-problems) | 6 | 2 | 4 | | [2014-2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2014-2020/common-problems) | 6 | 1 | 5 | | [2012-2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2012-2013/common-problems) | 5 | 1 | 3 | ## Full specifications by generation The problems and recalls on a Nissan Rogue is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2021-2025 Nissan Rogue Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2021-2025/common-problems) - [2014-2020 Nissan Rogue Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2014-2020/common-problems) - [2012-2013 Nissan Rogue Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2012-2013/common-problems) ## Nissan Rogue problems and recalls: common questions ### What are the most common problems with the Nissan Rogue? The recurring ones are: 1.5l vc-turbo engine bearing failure (recalls + extended warranty); electronic throttle body gear failure, loss of power (recall); fuel pump failure, stall or no-start (recall, 2021); rear seat belt buckles may not latch (recall); cvt shudder and hesitation complaints (2021, 2.5l). Each is detailed above with symptoms, affected years, and typical cost. ### Which Nissan Rogue years should you avoid? The years to be most careful with are those affected by 1.5l vc-turbo engine bearing failure (recalls + extended warranty) (2022-2025 (NHTSA filings list 2021-2024 plus 2023-2025 Rogue; the US Rogue got the 1.5T for 2022)) and fuel pump failure, stall or no-start (recall, 2021) (2021). A documented problem is not automatically a reason to walk away. Service records showing the repair was done change the picture entirely. ### Are there recalls on the Nissan Rogue? 4 of the issues listed carry a recall or technical service bulletin: NHTSA 25V-437 (Nissan R25A8/A9, R25B1/B2); expanded by NHTSA 26V-080 (R25E2/E3) (1.5l vc-turbo engine bearing failure (recalls + extended warranty)), NHTSA 26V-081 (electronic throttle body gear failure, loss of power (recall)), NHTSA 21V-957 (fuel pump failure, stall or no-start (recall, 2021)), NHTSA 22V-666 (rear seat belt buckles may not latch (recall)). Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of age or mileage. Check your VIN on the NHTSA site to see what is outstanding. ### How much do Nissan Rogue repairs typically cost? Typical figures for the issues above: 1.5l vc-turbo engine bearing failure (recalls + extended warranty), Free under recall (up to full engine replacement); document oil changes to protect warranty coverage; electronic throttle body gear failure, loss of power (recall), Free under recall; fuel pump failure, stall or no-start (recall, 2021), Free under recall; ~$500-$900 if a failed pump is replaced outside recall scope; rear seat belt buckles may not latch (recall), Free under recall. ## Sources - [Nissan USA Newsroom, 2021 Rogue press kit (181-hp 2.5L, LED headlights standard)](https://usa.nissannews.com/en-US/releases/2021-nissan-rogue-press-kit) - [AMSOIL lookup, 2021 Rogue 2.5L PR25DD (0W-20, 5.4 qt) and 2023 Rogue 1.5L KR15DDT (0W-20, 5 qt)](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2023/nissan-datsun/rogue/1-5l-3-cyl-engine-code-kr15ddt-3-turbo/) - [Nissan Parts, 15208-65F1E oil filter (2022+ Rogue 1.5L)](https://parts.nissanusa.com/parts/nissan-oil-filter-1520865f1e) - [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 25V-437, VC-Turbo engine bearing failure](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V437-3628.pdf) - [NHTSA recall 26V-080, 2023-2025 Rogue 1.5L VC-Turbo oil breakdown/bearing seizure (expands 25V-437)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V080000) - [NHTSA recall 26V-081, 2024-2025 Rogue electronic throttle body gears](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V081000) - [NHTSA recall 21V-957, 2021 Rogue fuel pump](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V957000) - [Car and Driver, Nissan recalls 444K vehicles for VC-Turbo engine failure (incl. investigation closure update)](https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a65299070/nissan-rogue-altima-infiniti-qx50-gx55-engine-failure-recall/) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2021 and 2022 Nissan Rogue EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2022_Nissan_Rogue.shtml) - [Wheel-Size.com, 2022 Nissan Rogue OE fitments (235/65R17, 235/60R18, 235/55R19)](https://www.wheel-size.com/size/nissan/rogue/2022/) - [Hove Nissan, 2021 Rogue towing capacity (1,350 lb)](https://www.hovenissan.com/hove-il/research-rogue-towing) ## Find your exact Rogue - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/2012) More Nissan Rogue guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/service-schedule) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/nissan/rogue/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.