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ProblemsByVin File / 2021-NISSAN-ROGUE
2021 · nissan

nissan Rogue problems

6 safety recalls. 251 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

electrical
49 reports · avg $850
severe
engine
24 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
powertrain
20 reports · avg $2,500
severe
steering
15 reports · avg $700
severe
body
12 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
airbags
11 reports · avg $1,100
severe
brakes
11 reports · avg $450
severe
visibility
9 reports · avg $350
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2021 Rogue · other
I contacted local Nissan Greenacres locate at, 5353 Lake Worth Rd Greenacres, FL 33463 (561) 899-4413 Refuge to do the service by saying they’re busy and short handed.even though I schedule for the schedule ahead on line and received confirmation.
12/31/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11445739.0
2021 Rogue · other
I got a brand new 2021 Nissan rogue. My window exploded outward. I just got to work oneday. I'm the only person in the parking lot. I'm sitting in my driver and 15 minutes later boom. On the Nissan forum site there are several more 2021 rogue rear windows blows up. I borrowed…
12/28/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11445208.0
2021 Rogue · visibility
Came home and sunroof was fine, no incidents on road, no debris. Went to leave home approximately an hour later and sunroof was shattered. Confirmed on camera normal on arrival home then shattered, unable to visualize when actual break occurred but no other activity noted on…
12/25/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11444946.0
2021 Rogue · other
Rear Window "exploded" while car was parked at a private residence driveway, 50 degree day, foggy morning. No one was in car at time in this case.
12/24/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11706916.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 6

severe NHTSA 21V474000 24/06/2021

Nissan North America, Inc

An insecurely anchored child seat can move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seatbacks as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC812.
severe NHTSA 23V791000 22/11/2023

Nissan North America, Inc

A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right rear brake calipers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC933. The two vehicles that were previously inspected under recall 21V-286 and did not receive a brake caliper replacement will need to have the new remedy completed.
severe NHTSA 21V286000 22/04/2021

Nissan North America, Inc

A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC804.
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Common questions

Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 251 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 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 2021 Nissan Rogue?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 49 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 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 2021 Nissan Rogue?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 251 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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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