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ProblemsByVin File / 2016-NISSAN-ROGUE
2016 · nissan

nissan Rogue problems

4 safety recalls. 533 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.2 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
168 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
101 reports · avg $850
moderate
airbags
54 reports · avg $1,100
severe
steering
23 reports · avg $700
severe
body
21 reports · avg $1,500
severe
suspension
17 reports · avg $900
moderate
engine
16 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
seatbelts
14 reports · avg $500
critical

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2016 Rogue · engine
During the winter months, when the temperature is below 30 degrees and the car has been sitting all night, the vehicle has to be run about 5 minutes or one can't go over 15 mph. The RPM's will run at a steady 2000 until the car is warmed up and then can be driven without…
12/30/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11499516.0
2016 Rogue · other
I HAVE HAD MY NISSAN FOR A YEAR AND LOVE IT. HOWEVER WHENEVER I SLOW DOWN TO STOP, OR TAKE OFF, I HAVE NOTICED MY DRIVER SEAT WILL GLIDE FORWARD AND SOMETIMES CLICK OR CLUNK, I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST BECAUSE I AM A MORE HEAVIER GUY. I STARTED READING MANY PEOPLE WITH THE SAME YEAR…
12/30/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385557.0
2016 Rogue · other
THE CAR HAS IDLING ISSUES AND ISSUES WITH HARD VIBRATIONS IN THE FRONT AREA OF THE VEHICLE. THE RPM'S WERE ADJUSTED BUT THIS DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE AND I WAS TOLD IT IS THE WAY THE MOTOR SITS EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NOT HAVING THIS ISSUE WHEN I FIRST PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN MARCH OF…
12/30/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11164080.0
2016 Rogue · powertrain
I have been having issues with the transmission in my 2016 Nissan Rogue. At the date of the filing of a class action lawsuit regarding this issue there were 38 complaints lodged with the NHTSA regarding this same issue, for just that year of the model. That total does not…
12/29/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11445469.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 4

severe NHTSA 22V024000 21/01/2022

Nissan North America, Inc

Corrosion in the electrical connector can result in power window/seat failure, all-wheel-drive warning light illumination, battery drainage, and electrical connector damage that increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will remove the harness tape and harness covering and replace both connectors and apply white lithium grease to the connectors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21B9.
severe NHTSA 16V911000 19/12/2016

Nissan North America, Inc

If the front passenger seat occupant is misclassified, the air bag may deploy incorrectly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECU and update the OCS software free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
severe NHTSA 16V219000 15/04/2016

Nissan North America, Inc

Corrosion of one or both of the rear lift gate support stays could cause a sudden release of pressure. If this occurs, the support stays may break off, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear tailgate stays, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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Common questions

Is the 2016 Nissan Rogue reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 533 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 Nissan Rogue has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2016 Nissan Rogue?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 168 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The seatbelts is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Nissan Rogue has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2016 Nissan Rogue?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 533 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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