Rogue (2026)
Data covers 3 NHTSA model names
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Complaints by Engine Code
Nissan Rogue Unidentified Engine
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1.5-I3-Gas
1.5L 3-cylView details
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S91-YA1
2.4L 4-cyl / 131 hpView details
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Nissan Rogue, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2026 Nissan Rogue
On a used 2026 Nissan Rogue, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the electrical system (10), the engine (9) and the transmission and drivetrain (7). 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 on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 10 owner complaints on the 2026 Nissan Rogue about the electrical system.
- Start the engine cold and listen for the first 30 seconds, then again at idle once it is warm.Costly repair. NHTSA has 9 owner complaints on the 2026 Nissan Rogue about the engine.
- Accelerate gently through every gear, then once at full throttle. Shift into Reverse and back to Drive.Costly repair. NHTSA has 7 owner complaints on the 2026 Nissan Rogue about the transmission and drivetrain.
- Open and close every door, the hood and the trunk or hatch. Check the latches, the seals and the gaps between panels.Minor. NHTSA has 5 owner complaints on the 2026 Nissan Rogue about the body and structure.
- 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 4 owner complaints on the 2026 Nissan Rogue about the airbags and driver-assist systems.
Recalls (2)
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Rogue vehicles. The instrument panel may not display the transmission gear selection indicator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Rogue vehicles. The incorrect-size spare tire may have been installed, which does not match the tire size and inflation pressure information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2026-2026 Nissan Rogue complaints?
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026-2026 Nissan Rogue. The systems they name most often are the electrical system, the engine and the transmission.
Is the 2026-2026 Nissan Rogue 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 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026-2026 Nissan Rogue. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026-2026 Nissan Rogue have?
NHTSA has 51 owner complaints on file for the 2026-2026 Nissan Rogue 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 2026-2026 Nissan Rogue?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls covering some 2026-2026 Nissan Rogue 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?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the electrical system, the engine and the transmission, 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.
Does the Rogue have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2026 Nissan Rogue. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 51 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-10-12.