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ProblemsByVin File / 2021-NISSAN-ROGUE-SPORT NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2021 · Nissan

Nissan Rogue Sport problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 35 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

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Reliability score
7.8 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2021 Rogue Sport?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

brakes
5 reports · avg $450
severe
electrical
5 reports · avg $850
severe
steering
5 reports · fails ~3,794 mi · avg $700
severe
engine
4 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2021 Rogue Sport · brakes Crash
Sensors that stop the car reversing if someone is behind them malfunction and you cannot reverse. Sensors that are meant to slow car for fwd collision do not work at all, or stay on with no obstruction causing you not to be able to drive. Dealer stated issue when temp is below…
2021 Rogue Sport · brakes
I was driving on a four lane road, no car in front in my lane, only a car in the lane to the left and a car behind, when the forward collision warning came up and immediately activated the automatic emergency braking. There were no cars or objects in the road ahead that would…
2021 Rogue Sport · powertrain Crash
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, she exited the vehicle, walked toward her home, and noticed the vehicle was running. The contact went back to turn the vehicle off, and while reaching into the vehicle and pressing…
11/07/2023 · at 14,779 mi · NHTSA ODI #11553948.0
2021 Rogue Sport · lighting
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while the driver’s side low beam light was no longer illuminated due to its expected life span. The vehicle was taken for the bulb replacement, and the contact was informed that the wiring harness for the driver’s…
11/05/2025 · at 106,864 mi · NHTSA ODI #11697578.0
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 21V555000 July 21, 2021

Nissan North America, Inc

A seat belt retractor that does not function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt and as necessary both outer rear seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is RT049 & RT050.
severe NHTSA 21V525000 July 9, 2021

Nissan North America, Inc

Separated hinges compromise the protection offered by the liftgate, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right liftgate hinges, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A7.

Common questions

Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

On the NHTSA data, the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.8/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 5 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 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 Sport 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 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 35 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, 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 are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/Nissan/Rogue Sport. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Nissan. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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