NISSAN: CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT SET AND DTC P0605 IS STORED.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2012 Nissan Rogue cruise control problems
moderate Owners of the 2012 Nissan Rogue have filed 21 NHTSA complaints about the cruise control, typically surfacing around 74,000 miles at roughly $600 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See cruise control across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
21
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$600
| Model year | cruise control complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 Rogue | 27 |
| 2009 Rogue | 9 |
| 2010 Rogue | 30 |
| 2011 Rogue | 23 |
| 2012 Rogue (this page) | 21 |
| 2013 Rogue | 44 |
| 2014 Rogue | 17 |
| 2015 Rogue | 8 |
| 2016 Rogue | 5 |
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When does it fail?
Of the 21 cruise control complaints filed for the 2012 Nissan Rogue, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
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25-50k
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150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA cruise control complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 11 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering cruise control on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
SERVICE INFORMATION The "Lock / Unlock request buttons" that are located on the outside door handles of vehicles with Intelligent Key can be disabled (or enabled) through either the "Comfort & Conv." settings of the Audio/Visual/Navigation system, orthrough the "Combination Meter settings" depending on the vehicle model, year and trim level. NOTE: In some instances this feature may be unintentionally disabled. Please verify the status of this feature before any further diagnostic is performed. Please see this bulletin for further details.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The core complaint across these 21 narratives is sudden loss of acceleration during highway driving, usually after the vehicle has been driven for more than an hour, climbed hills, or endured high temperatures above 85°F. Owners describe flooring the accelerator with no result—RPMs spike and the car slows from 70 mph down to 40 mph or lower. The vehicle emits a high-pitched whining or winding sound and feels stuck in one gear. Many report the only fix is pulling over, shutting off the engine, and waiting 30+ minutes for the transmission to cool before driving again.
Several owners cite CVT transmission failure requiring replacement. One owner went through three transmissions in quick succession—the first lasting 12,500 miles, the third only 4,990 miles—and faced a fourth failure. Another documented the problem starting at 54,000 miles with repeated failures thereafter. Repair costs reached $3,400 for at least one owner.
A separate group reports the accelerator pedal becoming physically hard to depress, followed by the car dropping to 20 mph. Shops have been unable to pinpoint or fix the root cause despite multiple visits and parts replacements. Another owner experienced engine overheating requiring five stops on an 8-hour drive from New York to North Carolina. Nissan has denied warranty coverage for these failures, citing out-of-warranty status, despite having issued extended transmission warranties on earlier-generation Rogues for the same problem.
Same Nissan Rogue cruise control reports on nearby years: 2010 · 2011 · 2013 · 2014
Failure modes owners describe
Sudden loss of acceleration with high RPM spike
Engine RPMs spike and remain elevated while vehicle loses power and speed, unresponsive to throttle input. Owners report a high-pitched whining/winding sound. Occurs during highway driving after extended periods or specific conditions (uphill, 45-70 miles driven, high ambient temperatures above 85°F, more than 1 hour of driving). Vehicle slows dramatically despite flooring the accelerator. Resolves only after pulling over and shutting off for 30+ minutes to allow cooling.
When: After 45-70 miles of driving, after 1+ hours on highway, when uphill, in temperatures above 85°F, around 26,000-78,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: High-pitched whining/winding sound; RPMs spike and stay high; Loss of power and speed despite floored accelerator; Vehicle slows from 70-75 mph down to 40-55 mph or lower; No response to throttle input; Intermittent recurrence with no predictable pattern
Codes mentioned: No codes detected (reported in multiple narratives)
Repairs/costs cited: Air filter and brake switch replaced in one case; water pump replaced in another—neither resolved the issue. Most cases remain unrepaired or undiagnosed.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Earlier extended warranty program for 2003-2010 Nissan Rogues due to CVT transmission problems acknowledged by Nissan, but current-generation owners denied coverage as out of warranty. No TSBs or recalls mentioned for the 2012 model.
CVT transmission failure with repeated replacement cycles
Transmission fails prematurely, requiring replacement. One owner reported replacing the transmission three times: first replacement lasted 12,500 miles, third replacement lasted 4,990 miles before failing again. Another owner states the car has had the same issue since 54,000 miles and now requires a fourth transmission.
When: Starting at 54,000-67,000 miles; failures recurring within 5,000-12,500 miles of each replacement
Symptoms owners cite: Car slows down uncontrollably despite stepped acceleration; RPMs soar when pedal depressed but vehicle barely accelerates; Transmission needs replacement
Repairs/costs cited: Transmission replacement cost $3,400 for one owner. Multiple replacements performed at dealership.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan Consumer Affairs denied warranty assistance citing out-of-warranty status, despite acknowledging earlier extended warranty programs (2003-2010) for CVT transmission problems in Rogues.
Hard accelerator pedal with sudden speed drop
Accelerator pedal becomes physically hard to depress, followed by sudden drop in vehicle speed to around 20 mph. Occurs intermittently and unpredictably—has gone 6 months and 4,000 miles without issue, then recurred three times in one week.
When: Intermittent; 78,000 miles on affected vehicle; no clear timing pattern
Symptoms owners cite: Accelerator pedal becomes hard/stiff; Sudden drop to 20 mph; Intermittent, unpredictable recurrence; No clear mechanical indicators
Repairs/costs cited: Shop visited seven times with several parts replaced; problem remains unresolved.
Limp-mode activation with slow acceleration unresponsive to throttle
Vehicle enters a reduced-power state in which it barely accelerates and cannot maintain highway speed even with full throttle. Feels like the engine is stuck in one gear. Occurs intermittently at various speeds.
When: 26,000 miles and higher; can occur on flat roads or highways at any speed
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle limited to low speed (40-55 mph) despite floored accelerator; Sounds like car stuck in one gear; Failure to accelerate intermittently; Vehicle unable to duplicate for technician in some cases
Codes mentioned: 5 different transmission-related codes received (unspecified)
Repairs/costs cited: Transmission fluid adjusted at dealership without lasting resolution. Multiple diagnostic attempts unsuccessful.
Check engine light with transmission codes and overheating
Check engine light cycles on and off, generating multiple transmission diagnostic codes. Engine overheats frequently, especially in hot climates, forcing owners to pull over repeatedly to cool the vehicle during long drives.
When: Long-distance highway driving; hot weather conditions
Symptoms owners cite: Check engine light on and off intermittently; Engine overheating; Required multiple stops to cool vehicle on 8-hour drive
Codes mentioned: 5 different transmission codes (unspecified)
Stalling after stop with sluggish acceleration
After stopping at a traffic light, vehicle is slow to accelerate and may stall. Vehicle shakes at idle and low idle speeds.
When: Occurs at stop lights
Symptoms owners cite: Slow to accelerate after stop; Vehicle stalls while driving; Shaking at idle; Low idle speed as if engine about to die
Synthesized from 21 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Nissan rogue. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 75 MPH, the speed suddenly reduced to 55 MPH and the vehicle failed to accelerate. On another occasion, while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate, reduced in speed, and stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was unable to be duplicated. The vehicle was not…
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 Nissan rogue. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle would not respond. The failure recurred intermittently at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the air filter and the brake switch was replaced. The failure continued after the repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of…
My 2012 Nissan rogue sv that I purchased 16 months ago has had the same reoccurring problem where you'll be driving and the accelerator will get real hard and drop down to 20 miles an hour it's been in the shop seven times had several parts replaced the problem seems to have no reoccurrence theme it's hard to figure out why and when it does it we've gone as long as six months and 4000 miles…
Had cruise control trouble with your 2012 Nissan Rogue?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2012 Nissan Rogue?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 21 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $600 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Across the 13 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most cruise control failures cluster between 50,000 and 89,000 miles, with the median around 74,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 50,000; a quarter make it past 89,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2012/Nissan/Rogue.
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