The 2021 Nissan Rogue's reliability is marred by several critical recalls, primarily affecting the fuel system and brakes, which are vital for passenger safety. With notable complaints related to these systems, current owners must be particularly vigilant.
Key Factor:Serious brake and fuel risks
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Safety Alert
Safety Alert: This model has a higher recall frequency (10) than the average NISSAN vehicle (1.3). Owners should prioritize checking these components.
10 recalls for this vehicle1.3 avg. recalls per vehicle (brand)
📋Why This Matters
Safety is paramount in any vehicle, especially when children are passengers in the back seat. The defects found in the 2021 Nissan Rogue pose significant risks; a malfunctioning fuel pump could lead to sudden stalling, while compromised braking systems may result in extended stopping distances or total brake failure. These issues are not just technical inconveniences but can have dire consequences for family safety on the road.
Moreover, with ten recalls related to crucial systems like brakes and the fuel delivery mechanism, it's imperative for owners to address these concerns proactively. A well-maintained vehicle with a clean record is essential for families transporting young children, underscoring the importance of addressing recalls promptly to ensure every journey is as safe as possible.
Focus Area:Safety Profile
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Expert Analysis
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Recall Trend:No Change in recalls
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Primary Risk Area:Warning
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Vs Brand: Worse than avg (1.3)
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Summary: The safety trend for the 2021 Nissan Rogue indicates a concerning pattern with multiple recalls that highlight serious defects. This model year falls below expectations for reliability and safety, especially considering its family-oriented design aimed at protecting younger passengers.
Safety & Reliability Score
0/100
Score Breakdown
Recall Impact-80
Complaint Impact-5
Investigation Impact-15
Technical Specifications
Key specifications for the 2021 NISSAN Rogue
Model Year2021
MakeNISSAN
ModelRogue
Fuel TypeGasoline
Body ClassPassenger Vehicle
Safety History Timeline
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Jan21
NEWProduction
Jan21
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Apr23
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Apr23
INVInvestigation Opened
Aug24
ISSUEFirst Report
Consumer Complaint Analysis
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Most Reported Issue
24 complaints (24% of total)
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Complaint Trend
Stable
No trend data
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Safety Incidents
No critical incidents
Complaint Severity Distribution
Breakdown of 100 consumer complaints by severity level.
🟠High
8(8%)
🟡Medium
24(24%)
🟢Low
68(68%)
Mileage Failure Analysis
⚙️Engineering Insight
For current owners of the Rogue, the peak failure range of 40k-60k miles suggests that vigilance is critical as vehicles enter their mid-life phase. Monitoring brake performance and fuel system functionality becomes essential during this mileage window, ensuring that potential hazards are mitigated well before they lead to dangerous situations.
📊 Mileage data extracted from 27 of 100 complaints (27% coverage)
0-20k
2 reports (7%)
20k-40k
7 reports (26%)
40k-60k
8 reports (30%)
60k-80k
3 reports (11%)
80k-100k
1 reports (4%)
100k+
6 reports (22%)
* Analysis based on mileage data extracted from consumer complaint descriptions. Actual failure rates may vary.
🛠️ DIY Diagnosis Center
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Primary Risk Areas
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINESERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICWHEELSSEATSBACK OVER PREVENTIONSEAT BELTSENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
🎯Risk Areas & Recommended Actions
Based on recall data, these components require verification:
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Service Brakes
Issue: Brake fluid may leak due to missing internal components in calipers.
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Schedule an immediate inspection of the braking system with a qualified technician.
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Request detailed service records showing any completed repairs or updates related to braking systems prior to purchasing.
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Fuel Pump
Issue: Possible overheating and failure due to abnormal wear in the fuel pump.
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Have your fuel pump checked immediately if you experience poor engine performance or warning lights.
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Inquire about any completed recalls regarding the fuel system before finalizing your purchase.
💡Visit NHTSA.gov or contact your NISSAN dealer to verify recall completion status.
Official Safety Recalls (10)
Campaign: 21V957000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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Summary
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. Abnormal wear inside the fuel pump may cause it to overheat and fail.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 21V286000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
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Summary
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.
Consequence
A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
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. Nissan's number for this recall is PC804.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign: 21V186000
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
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Summary
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.
Consequence
The wheel vibration may break the wheel studs and cause the wheel assembly to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Nissan's number for this recall is PC799.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign: 21V068000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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Summary
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.
Consequence
An improperly secured fuel hose may leak, increasing the risk of a fire. The fuel hose may also disconnect completely, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Nissan's number for this recall is PC791.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign: 21V474000
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
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Summary
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence
An insecurely anchored child seat can move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 22V527000
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
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Summary
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 22V666000
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
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Summary
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 209, "Seatbelt Assemblies."
Consequence
Seat belts that do not retract properly may be difficult to operate, preventing their usage, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
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. Nissan's number for this recall is PC915.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 22V772000
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
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Summary
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Titan, Titan XD, Frontier, and 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system may continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 23V791000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
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Summary
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.
Consequence
A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
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. The two vehicles that were previously inspected under recall 21V-286 and did not receive a brake caliper replacement will need to have the new remedy completed.
Additional Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Campaign: 25V437000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
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Summary
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. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Consequence
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 25, 2025. A second letter is expected to be mailed December 4, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
NHTSA Investigations
3 investigations
Official NHTSA safety investigations for 2021 Rogue.
INV-2021-1000🟢 Closed
NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding Rogue performance issues.
Opened: Affected Units: 53,636
INV-2021-1001🟢 Closed
NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding Rogue performance issues.
Opened: Affected Units: 51,581
INV-2021-1002🟢 Closed
NHTSA opened investigation after receiving consumer complaints regarding Rogue performance issues.
Opened: Affected Units: 22,131
Consumer Complaints
100 total complaints
Consumer-reported issues submitted to NHTSA for 2021 Rogue.
Common Reported SymptomsAI Analysis
Warning24%
Leak17%
Acceleration Issues9%
Display9%
Check Engine Light9%
Accident8%
Battery7%
Stall6%
Crash/Accident5%
Body/Interior🔵 Low
SEATS
There is play in the seat. Unnerving that the seat moves without any manual intervention or undue force. The movement occurs u see braking and/or acceleration. When reported to Nissan dealer, was informed that it was not covered under standard or extended warranty plans. 2021 year model with 27800 miles, noticed this movement in our previous 2019 model as well.
Body/Interior⚠️ High
SEATS
The driver’s seat heating element appears to have failed and caused the seat material to burn. The damaged seat and its components are still in my possession and available for inspection upon request. The malfunction caused the seat to catch fire while the vehicle was in use, creating a risk of burns, smoke inhalation, and a potential full vehicle fire. This posed a significant danger to my safety and the safety of any passengers. Not yet. The issue has not been reproduced, but the physical damage clearly indicates a failure of the heating element. I am planning to have it evaluated by a dealer or an independent service center. Not yet. No inspection has been done so far by Nissan, law enforcement, or insurance, but I intend to contact my insurance provider and the dealership for official inspection and documentation. There were no warning lights, messages, or unusual symptoms before the failure occurred. The fire started suddenly while the seat heater was in use.
Steering/Suspension🔵 Low
STEERING
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stopped in the middle of the roadway. The contact exited the vehicle to inspect the vehicle and discovered that the front driver’s and passenger’s side wheels were pointed inward. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the tie rods had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was made aware of NHTSA Action Number: PE24020 (Steering) and related the failure to the NHTSA Action Number. The failure mileage was 52,000.
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
ENGINE
Head gaskets failed at 120,000 miles and had to replace engine. Now transmission failed at 180,000. This car is mostly used for airport taxi so mostly freeway miles.
✨ AI Insight
This complaint matches keywords from official recalls:
Recall #25V437000
*correlation estimated by AI, not an official NHTSA link.
Electrical🔶 Medium
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and then turning off the vehicle and entering the residence, the contact then attempted to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to restart. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was unable to roll down the windows. The contact was assisted with jumpstarting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the battery needed to be replaced. The battery was replaced. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while the vehicle was stopped at a stop sign, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and then stalled. The vehicle failed to restart, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was unable to move over to the side of the road. The contact called a family member for a jumpstart. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not inspected or diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure persisted. Upon further investigation, the contact related the failure to a manufacturer’s campaign related to the Body Control Module (BCM). Most recently, the contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a distorted image or a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The contact turned off the vehicle and waited for several minutes before restarting the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear camera would then reboot. The contact stated that while using the key fob, the doors or liftgate failed to lock securely. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.
Other🔵 Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I had turned on my front and rear window defrosters and as I was driving along the road, my rear windshield shattered unprovoked.
Visibility⚠️ High
VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after remote starting the vehicle in cold weather, after two to three minutes, the contact drove the vehicle with the defroster activated for a half mile. After parking and depressing the stop button, there was a loud popping sound, and the contact became aware that the rear glass had exploded without impact. There were no injuries reported. The local dealer was contacted regarding the failure, but the vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,943.
Safety Systems🔵 Low
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,BACK OVER PREVENTION
While driving approximately 40 mph , lost power to the vehicle. No lights no warnings. The gas pedal pushed all the way to the floor and wouldn’t go , lost power steering AND ALL. coasted into a parking lot where my dash then gave the RAB light and a oil light , not due for a oil change , and still won’t turn on.
Electrical🔵 Low
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nissan chime speaker unbelievably loud at car start up. The seat belt chimes and any chime that comes from the dash speaker is louder than normal. The speaker is “ inst panel speaker 24832-6ra0a. “ I have only had this car for one year this November. It happened for a few days during the first month or two having the car then it went back to normal, now it is doing it again and has lasted a month. Seems to happen only when it’s cold outside. Sometimes chime will start normal then grow increasingly loud.
Engine/Powertrain🔵 Low
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle started bucking while changing gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the coolant level was low, and the safety system had engaged. There was no coolant leak found. After taking possession of the vehicle, the heat became inoperable. The contact noticed that the coolant level was low. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, where it was determined that the failure was possibly related to the EGR cooler. There was no indication of a leak. The part was on back order. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.
✨ AI Insight
This complaint matches keywords from official recalls:
Recall #25V437000
*correlation estimated by AI, not an official NHTSA link.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know about safety issues in the 2021 Nissan Rogue?
The 2021 Nissan Rogue has faced multiple recalls primarily surrounding critical components like brakes and fuel systems which directly affect driver and passenger safety. It's advised that current owners stay informed about recall notifications and act quickly on repair recommendations from Nissan.
<|image_sentinel|>What is the impact of a faulty brake system on a family's safety?
<|image_sentinel|>A faulty brake system can significantly compromise vehicle control, increasing stopping distances or potentially leading to complete brake failure. For families with children seated in the back, this risk is amplified; hence maintaining optimal brake functionality through regular checks is essential.
📊Year-over-Year Context
📉Elevated Activity
Compared to earlier years, the 2021 model shows declining reliability trends, largely due to new fuel system, gasoline components introduced in this generation. Recall frequency increased 900% versus the 2020 version.
🧭What This Means for You
This information is especially relevant for drivers who rely on stop-and-go traffic or frequently use auto start-stop systems.
If you're unsure, we recommend starting with a VIN check or consulting a certified mechanic.
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If You Own This Vehicle
Immediate Action: If any recalls are listed as 'incomplete', contact a certified NISSAN service center—repairs are performed at no cost to you.
Unaddressed recalls pose real-world risks. Prioritize scheduling any pending repairs to maintain vehicle integrity.
Proactive tip: Enroll in NISSAN's owner notification program for real-time safety updates.
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If You're Buying Used
Critical: Demand official documentation showing every NISSAN recall has been satisfied.
Investigate whether later Rogue iterations (2022+) rectified these persistent issues.
A pre-purchase inspection by a NISSAN specialist is mandatory given the recorded failure patterns.