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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Nissan Rogue brakes problems
severe Owners of the 2017 Nissan Rogue have filed 70 NHTSA complaints about the brakes, typically surfacing around 31,000 miles at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
70
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 Rogue | 3 |
| 2015 Rogue | 14 |
| 2016 Rogue | 8 |
| 2017 Rogue (this page) | 70 |
| 2018 Rogue | 174 |
| 2019 Rogue | 81 |
| 2020 Rogue | 16 |
| 2021 Rogue | 12 |
8crashes
1fire
7injuries
What stands out
Owners have filed 70 brakes complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 11 model years of Nissan Rogue in our records for brakes problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
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
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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
The 2017 Rogue's brake system generates two distinct failure patterns. First, the forward emergency braking system deploys without cause—sometimes 100+ times over ownership. Owners describe sudden hard stops at highway speeds, in empty parking lots, over railroad tracks, on uneven pavement, and even when passing blinking emergency lights at fire stations. The system grinds, shudders, and forces speeds from 65 mph down to 15–20 mph in seconds. Dealerships have attempted software updates, sensor replacement, bracket stabilization, and distance recalibration with no lasting fix. Nissan initially told owners the vehicle was safe while unable to reproduce the issue.
Second, brake complete failure occurs without warning: the pedal travels to the floor with zero stopping power. Owners report collisions and near-misses at speeds ranging from 20 to 65 mph. One dealership location chain closed after too many vehicles sold with multiple failures. A handful of reports describe spongy brake feel requiring hard pedal pressure, and one fire in a parked vehicle traced to brake fluid leak. Dealership attempts to diagnose these failures frequently come up empty; one vehicle required three separate brake system replacements without resolution. Warranty coverage is inconsistent and costly ($1,300+ out of pocket reported). Multiple owners resort to manually disabling the emergency brake feature at each startup.
Same Nissan Rogue brakes reports on nearby years: 2015 · 2018 · 2019 · 2020
Failure modes owners describe
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) / Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) False Activation
The forward emergency braking system engages without warning when there is no actual obstacle, vehicle, or hazard present. Owners report the system activates on empty roads, at intersections with green lights, in parking lots, over railroad tracks, metal road plates, speed bumps, and bridge underpasses. The vehicle brakes hard with a grinding sound, often causing dangerous speed reductions (from highway speeds to 15–20 mph in seconds) without driver input. The system may deploy multiple times per trip or repeatedly throughout vehicle ownership.
When: At any speed from 5 mph to 65 mph; recurring, sometimes multiple times per trip; some owners report it happening 100+ times over vehicle ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden hard braking with no obstacle ahead; Audible beeping/chiming before or during braking; Grinding sound during braking event; Vehicle shuddering or vibration; Dashboard warning light (malfunction, crash warning, AEB warning, collision sensor warning); Steering wheel shake; Loss of vehicle control temporarily; Brake warning lights (ABS, slip, brake warning) illuminated
Codes mentioned: C1111 (ABS Pump Motor Failure), Collision sensor malfunction codes, Front radar disabled messages
Repairs/costs cited: Owners report dealerships have attempted software updates, sensor replacement, sensor bracket stabilization, and sensor distance adjustment, with none resolving the issue. One owner cited $1,300 repair cost out of warranty. Dealerships often unable to replicate the fault. Owners resort to manually disabling the FEB feature at each vehicle startup.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TSB related to activation of FEB (mentioned in complaint #5); Nissan postcard notifications for 'service issues'; multiple attempted dealer corrections without success; some warranty replacements early in ownership but later denied as out of warranty; no full recall issued as of complaint dates; Nissan stated 'nothing wrong with vehicle' in multiple cases
Complete Brake Failure (Pedal to Floor, No Stopping)
Brake pedal travels to the floorboard with no stopping power. Vehicle does not decelerate and driver cannot control stopping distance. Occurs at low and highway speeds with no warning. Owner reports include collisions, near-misses, and crashes into other vehicles. Some instances involve recent brake service preceding failure.
When: At speeds ranging from 20 mph to 65 mph; some failures within first 25,000 miles; one instance at 1,300 miles; one at 13,000 miles; one at 140,000 miles (after multiple repeated failures and repairs)
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal goes to floor without stopping vehicle; No warning light prior to failure; Vehicle unable to stop; No deceleration; Collision with other vehicle or obstacle
Repairs/costs cited: Multiple independent mechanic attempts to replace braking system on one vehicle (140,000 miles) failed to resolve recurring failure. Dealership in one case found no mechanical failures. One vehicle (1,300 miles) was totaled; dealership locations closed due to multiple vehicle failures.
Brake System Malfunction with Spongy Feel and Warning Sounds
Brakes feel soft or spongy requiring excessive pressure to stop. Loud ringing or grinding sounds from brake system. Brake warning lights and malfunction warnings illuminate. May occur after TSB/recall service work. System diagnostics show ABS pump motor failure or other brake circuit issues.
When: Various mileages; one instance after brake booster recall service (R22A6/22V-549)
Symptoms owners cite: Spongy brake pedal feel; Requires hard pressure on pedal to stop; Loud ringing sound from brake system; Grinding noise; Brake system warning lights; Malfunction warning on dashboard; Multiple brake warning indicators illuminated simultaneously
Codes mentioned: C1111 (ABS Pump Motor Failure), Multiple brake system codes
Repairs/costs cited: Brake booster recall (R22A6/22V-549) performed; ABS pump motor failure diagnosed but part remained on vehicle. Dealership stated unsafe to drive due to insufficient braking, especially during sudden braking or slippery conditions.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Brake booster power supply recall (R22A6/22V-549); Nissan has acknowledged ABS actuator recall (NHTSA Recall 18V-601) on Murano, Maxima, Pathfinder of same years but 2017 Rogue ABS pump failure not covered
Unintended Braking and Engine Stalling
Vehicle brakes on its own without pedal input and/or stalls without warning. Vehicle may continue at idle speed after stalling and refusing to accelerate normally. May occur after collision sensor malfunction warning.
When: At 30 mph and at idle in traffic; recurring multiple times on same day; mileage 28,000 and higher
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle brakes without driver input; Engine stalls without warning; Vehicle will not accelerate normally after stalling; Engine remains at idle speed; Malfunction and crash warning signals on dashboard; Red triangle exclamation warning light
Repairs/costs cited: Dealerships unable to replicate fault after road testing 100+ miles.
Brake Fluid Leak and Fire Risk
Brake fluid leak originating from vehicle parked in carport, leading to house fire. Neighbor witnessed bright white explosions at corner of carport where vehicle was parked. Fire spread rapidly to interior of home with thick toxic smoke. Officially determined to be brake fluid leak origin.
When: March 24 (year not specified but context suggests 2017)
Symptoms owners cite: Brake fluid odor/leak; Bright white explosions visible; Rapid, intense fire spread; Toxic smoke; Fire originating at vehicle parked in carport
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA and local fire department investigation confirmed brake fluid leak as fire origin
Sensor Malfunction Triggering False AEB Activation at Specific Road Features
Forward collision sensor malfunctions when vehicle passes over or near railroad tracks, metal road plates, speed bumps, blinking emergency lights, or bridge underpasses. Sensor appears unable to distinguish between actual obstacles and reflective or metallic road features. Repeated activations at same location (e.g., fire station emergency lights every time, railroad crossing each time), suggesting sensor confusion with specific environmental triggers.
When: Recurring at same locations; one owner reports ~100 false activations at fire station emergency lights over vehicle ownership; railroad crossing crossings trigger repeated failures
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden emergency braking at railroad tracks; Sudden braking at metal road plates; Sudden braking over speed bumps; Sudden braking at blinking emergency lights (fire station); Sudden braking when crossing bridge underpasses; Rapid beeping before engagement; Malfunction warning light
Codes mentioned: Collision sensor malfunction, Front radar disabled messages
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership attempts to clean sensor ('dirt covering the sensor' theory); sensor bracket stabilization attempted; sensor replacement attempted; sensor distance adjustment attempted; none effective. Owner reports manually disabling FEB before each trip as workaround.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership initially blamed dirt on sensor; suggested bracket stabilization; sensor was replaced; problem persisted; Nissan stated unable to duplicate issue and vehicle safe to drive
ABS Control Module Failure
ABS (anti-lock braking) control module fails, causing sudden unintended braking or brake-related malfunctions. One instance involved sudden lunge forward followed by emergency brake engagement at very low speed (5 mph). Dealership indicated this is a known issue and has been known to cause fires in other Nissan models.
When: At low speed (5 mph) in parking lot; mileage not specified
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden lunge forward of vehicle; Emergency braking engages; Multiple warning lights remain on dashboard after restart; ABS control module failure diagnosed
Repairs/costs cited: ABS control module replacement required; dealership advised this is a known issue on other Nissans with potential fire risk
Brake Pedal Unresponsiveness at Traffic Lights and Low Speed
Brake pedal becomes unresponsive or vehicle stalls at traffic lights and low-speed driving situations. Pedal may not engage brakes or vehicle may not slow down when brake pedal is applied. No warning lights in some cases.
When: At traffic lights and low speeds; one instance at 140,000 miles with recurring history; one at 8,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal unresponsive at red light; Vehicle stalls without warning at traffic light; No warning light illuminated; Failure to slow or stop when brakes applied
Repairs/costs cited: Multiple attempts to replace braking system (at least 3 replacements documented on one vehicle) failed to resolve recurring stalling and unresponsiveness
Synthesized from 70 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
Emergency brakes lock up driving 55 miles per hour in the expressway, raining conditions almost can't write the history
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2017 Nissan Rogue?
It's a meaningful issue. 70 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Across the 47 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 17,776 and 48,000 miles, with the median around 31,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 17,776; a quarter make it past 48,000. 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 $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/2017/Nissan/Rogue.
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