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2021 Nissan Rogue Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.0× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
269Complaints
10Recalls
19Crashes
3Fires
8Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (21.9% of complaints) — has no NHTSA recall or open investigation on file.

Electrical System complaints here are 2.0× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System59 · 21.9%No official action
Engine45 · 16.7%RecalledRecall 25V437000
Fuel/propulsion System28 · 10.4%RecalledRecall 21V957000 · Recall 21V068000
Power Train22 · 8.2%No official action
Structure:body18 · 6.7%No official action
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings18 · 6.7%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

Unspecified / other75 · 27.9%
ENGINE45 · 16.7%
POWER TRAIN22 · 8.2%
STRUCTURE:BODY18 · 6.7%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS18 · 6.7%
STEERING16 · 5.9%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING15 · 5.6%
SERVICE BRAKES13 · 4.8%

Percentages are the share of the 269 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 10 campaigns

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 21V957000 · 2021 · reported 12/09/2021

Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper

NHTSA campaign 21V286000 · 2021 · reported 04/22/2021

A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

NHTSA campaign 21V186000 · 2021 · reported 03/17/2021

The wheel vibration may break the wheel studs and cause the wheel assembly to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

NHTSA campaign 21V068000 · 2021 · reported 02/11/2021

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seats:mid/rear Assembly

NHTSA campaign 21V474000 · 2021 · reported 06/24/2021

An insecurely anchored child seat can move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 22V527000 · 2022 · reported 07/21/2022

An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES

Seat Belts: Rear/other:buckle Assembly

NHTSA campaign 22V666000 · 2022 · reported 09/01/2022

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention:display Function

NHTSA campaign 22V772000 · 2022 · reported 10/13/2022

An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper

NHTSA campaign 23V791000 · 2023 · reported 11/22/2023

A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical

NHTSA campaign 25V437000 · 2025 · reported 06/27/2025

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“Intermittent problems with the automatic transmission requiring stopping the vehicle, oft times in traffic, to restart the engine. All too often multiple restarts are required…”NHTSA complaint 11546643 — filed 09/26/2023 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
“Today, 8/16/23, car had a oil change done at 32,167 mi., commented to service advisor that key needs a battery. The battery got replaced and…”NHTSA complaint 11538936 — filed 08/16/2023 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
“Automatic transmission slips into neutral while accelerating at low speeds on 3 separate occasions”NHTSA complaint 11533346 — filed 07/19/2023 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Rogue?

Unknown or other issues are the most-reported category, cited in 75 of 269 NHTSA complaints (27.9%), followed by electrical system (59), engine (45), fuel/propulsion system (28). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2021 Nissan Rogue have?

269 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 19 involved a crash, 3 involved a fire, and 8 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2021 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?

Yes — 10 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V957000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2021 Nissan Rogue's reported problems?

2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.