INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE AND AEB/FEB WARNING LIGHT ON OR RADAR OBSTRUCTION MESSAGE DISPLAYED WITH DTC C1A16 OR C2582 IF YOU CONFIRM IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (on the next page) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair. Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply t
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2015 Nissan Rogue brakes problems
severe Owners of the 2015 Nissan Rogue have filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 Rogue | 6 |
| 2012 Rogue | 7 |
| 2013 Rogue | 3 |
| 2015 Rogue (this page) | 14 |
| 2016 Rogue | 8 |
| 2017 Rogue | 70 |
| 2018 Rogue | 174 |
| 2019 Rogue | 81 |
6crashes
12injuries
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes 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.
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING APPLIED SYSTEMS: Vehicles equipped with a lane camera (see Figure 1) SERVICE INFORMATION If the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) warning light or is blinking (but not illuminated steadily) or the customer states it is blinking, and there are no related DTCs, inspect the windshield. A blinking AEB warning light may occur under the following conditions: When contamination or foreign material adhere to the lane camera viewing window on the windshield. When driving while it is snowing or when frost forms on the lane camera viewing window on the windshield. When the lane camera viewing window on the windshield is temporarily fogged up. Fig
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗ABS/VDC CAN DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗NISSAN; DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES and CLAIMS INFORMATION sections have been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013-2017 ALTIMA AND 2014-2017 ROGUE; MIL ON WITH DTC P2004 STORED IF YOU CONFIRM MIL is ON with P2004 (INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL VALVE POSITION SENSOR) stored. And There are no drivability issues. ACTION 1. Remove the intake manifold. 2. Replace the intake manifold runner control valve position sensor. 3. Re-install intake manifold.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of the 2015 Rogue describe brake system failures ranging from sudden complete loss of braking force to soft, spongy pedals that require aggressive pumping or full-floor depression to stop. Several crashes resulted from brake pedal going to the floor with no stopping power at traffic lights; one owner's wife suffered a stroke from whiplash injuries sustained in a brake-failure collision. One owner reported hearing abnormal grinding from the brake pedal area before complete brake failure, while another noted the pedal assembly detached from the booster push-rod, leaving metal-to-metal clicking when manually moved. Some failures occurred at lower mileages (33,000 miles), others much later. One owner reports a caliper fell off about a month after purchase, described as a known past problem supposedly fixed.
Random brake pedal height variability—pedal dropping low then returning high—occurs unpredictably during drives with no identifiable fluid or pad wear issues. At higher mileage (200,000 miles), one Rogue displayed ABS and chassis control warnings with stalling and shaking; multiple brake system component replacements did not resolve the symptoms. One owner also reports purchasing a recalled Rogue but could not get repair parts from the dealer for two years, driving a known safety hazard unknowingly.
Same Nissan Rogue brakes reports on nearby years: 2017 · 2018
Failure modes owners describe
Brake pedal loss of functionality / complete brake failure
Brake pedal goes to floor with no braking force, either suddenly during braking or after collision. Pedal stays on floor and does not return; manual movement required with metal-to-metal clicking sound. Some reports indicate soft, spongy pedal that temporarily responds to pumping.
When: 33,000 miles; 53,883 miles; at traffic lights during normal driving
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal goes completely to floor; No braking force when pedal depressed; Soft or spongy pedal feel; Pedal does not return after depression; Metal-to-metal clicking during pedal movement; Temporary brake recovery with pedal pumping
Repairs/costs cited: One owner reports brake pedal assembly failed and detached from brake booster push-rod/master cylinder assembly. Repairs attempted at independent mechanics and dealers did not permanently resolve issue.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: One owner reported manufacturer was contacted and case was filed. Another noted recall parts were unavailable at dealer despite recall being issued.
Abnormal grinding/noise from brake pedal preceding brake failure
Owners report hearing grinding noise from brake pedal area during braking, which precedes loss of brake function. Vehicle was driven after initial noise report but required depressing pedal to floorboard to stop.
When: 33,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Abnormal grinding noise from brake pedal during depression; Brake failure follows noise symptom; Pedal must be depressed fully to floorboard to achieve stopping
Repairs/costs cited: Enterprise rental facility cleared vehicle as safe to drive despite hearing grinding noise. Brake failure occurred on subsequent drive. Vehicle not repaired.
ABS and chassis control system malfunction with accompanying brake issues
Vehicle displays warning messages for malfunction and chassis system control error while stalling and shaking at low speeds. Accompanied by loss of motive power. Diagnostics identified ABS, wheel bearing, and related components as needing replacement; repairs did not resolve symptoms.
When: Approximately 200,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle shakes momentarily then stalls at traffic light; Warning - Malfunction message displayed; Warning - Chassis System Control Error message displayed; Shaking and loss of motive power at speeds below 20 mph; Difficulty restarting, requires accelerator depression
Repairs/costs cited: Mass air flow sensor, ABS, wheel bearing, and sway bar links replaced at independent mechanic; failure persisted. Dealer also diagnosed same parts needed replacement but did not complete repair.
Caliper detachment
Caliper fell off brake assembly approximately one month after owner purchased vehicle. Owner notes this was described as a known past problem that was supposed to be fixed.
When: One month after purchase
Symptoms owners cite: Caliper detached from brake assembly
Repairs/costs cited: Owner purchased vehicle used; caliper repair not detailed in narrative.
ABS actuator pump failure
ABS actuator pump failed while driving, compromising brake system function. Owner managed to drive home safely despite failure.
When: Mileage not stated
Symptoms owners cite: ABS actuator pump failure during driving
Brake pedal labeling / design defect leading to unintended vehicle motion
2015 model parking brake pedal lacks inscribed instructions ('PUSH ON PUSH OFF') present on prior and later model years. Unlabeled plain black pedal contributed to owner confusion about release mechanism, leading to accidental foot depression and unintended brake release. Vehicle rolled downhill at 35 mph with occupants before crashing into tree.
When: Immediately upon attempting to drive after parking on incline
Symptoms owners cite: No visible marking or instruction on parking brake pedal; Owner confusion about how to release parking brake; Accidental depression of parking brake pedal due to lack of clear identification; Unintended vehicle motion downhill at approximately 35 mph
Repairs/costs cited: No mechanical repair noted; design issue with labeling.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner references that owner's manual does contain release instructions, but no in-vehicle labeling present unlike prior/post model years.
Uncontrolled acceleration with brake failure
Vehicle fails to accelerate normally initially, then suddenly accelerates at high speed. Brake pedal depression does not stop vehicle. Occurred while approaching traffic light.
When: Mileage unknown
Symptoms owners cite: Abnormal acceleration behavior; Sudden high-speed acceleration; Brake pedal depression ineffective
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle not diagnosed
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer contacted and case filed
Brake pedal height variability during drive cycle
Brake pedal height drops low during stopping, then pedal returns to higher position. This occurs randomly during driving. No mechanical issues found with brake pads or fluid.
When: During normal driving, random occurrence
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal drops low during stopping; Pedal returns to high position afterward; Random, unpredictable occurrence; No pads or fluid leakage present
Repairs/costs cited: No leaks found; brake pads inspected and deemed acceptable
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2015 Nissan Rogue?
It's a meaningful issue. 14 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Based on the 14 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 59,503 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes 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/2015/Nissan/Rogue.
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