Rogue Sport (J11)
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Nissan Rogue Sport, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport
On a used 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the airbags and driver-assist systems (94), the engine (94) and the electrical system (77). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag light. On the drive, check the backup camera and any collision or lane warning.Safety. NHTSA has 94 owner complaints on the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport about the airbags and driver-assist systems.
- Start the engine cold and listen for the first 30 seconds, then again at idle once it is warm.Costly repair. NHTSA has 94 owner complaints on the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport about the engine.
- Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 77 owner complaints on the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport about the electrical system.
- On an empty road, brake firmly from 40 mph with a light grip on the wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 57 owner complaints on the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport about the brakes.
- Accelerate gently through every gear, then once at full throttle. Shift into Reverse and back to Drive.Costly repair. NHTSA has 56 owner complaints on the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport about the transmission and drivetrain.
Recalls (4)
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Rogue and 2017-2022 Rogue Sport vehicles equipped with a jackknife style ignition key. The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue Sport vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, reducing the protection offered to an installed child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue Sport vehicles. The liftgate hinges can separate from the vehicle during a rear end crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport complaints?
Owners have filed 374 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport. The systems they name most often are the safety systems, the engine and the electrical system.
Is the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 374 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport have?
NHTSA has 374 owner complaints on file for the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls covering some 2017-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used Nissan Rogue Sport?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the safety systems, the engine and the electrical system, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Rogue Sport?
The 2022 Nissan Rogue Sport received an overall 5-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 4 stars. Side crash: 5 stars. Rollover: 4 stars (14.3% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Standard. Lane Departure Warning: Standard. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 374 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-10-12.