NHTSA has 53 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Nissan Rogue[1]. The page below shows which parts of the car those reports name, plus the recalls and numbers we pulled from public data.
Most reported problems
Owners filed complaints across several parts of the car. Here are the groups, biggest first.
- Unknown or other. 10 complaints[4]. These reports do not point to one clear part.
- Electrical system. 10 complaints[5]. Owners describe screens and gauges going dark, a speedometer showing a wrong speed, and the car losing power while moving. Some also describe the stop and start system restarting with a jolt.
- Engine. 10 complaints[6]. In the stories we read, owners describe odd noises, sudden loss of power on the highway, smoke under the hood and one failed engine that the dealer replaced.
- Visibility and wipers. 8 complaints[7]. Owners describe rear or sunroof glass breaking with a loud bang while parked, closing a door or driving, with no impact they could point to.
- Power train. 7 complaints[8]. Owners describe a rough or clunky shift into drive, hesitation after the engine restarts, and a car that moved after being put in park.
- Visibility. 6 complaints[9].
- Structure. 5 complaints[10].
- Forward collision avoidance. 4 complaints[11].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2026 Rogue is necessarily included.
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl) (26V419), June 2026. About 5,823 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[12]
- Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire (25V912), December 2025. About 4,655 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| Rogue FWD, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Automatic (AV-S8), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[3] | 29 / 36 / 32 | $2,100 |
| Rogue AWD, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Automatic (AV-S8), Regular, All-Wheel Drive[14] | 28 / 35 / 31 | $2,150 |
| Rogue AWD Rock Creek, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Automatic (AV-S8), Regular, All-Wheel Drive[15] | 27 / 32 / 29 | $2,300 |
Safety ratings
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2026 Nissan Rogue with 1.5L 3-cylinder[18] | 201 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2026 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 429 | 5 |
| 2009 | 320 | 3 |
| 2010 | 282 | 2 |
| 2011 | 363 | 2 |
| 2012 | 318 | 2 |
| 2013 | 610 | 1 |
| 2014 | 440 | 10 |
| 2015 | 553 | 9 |
| 2016 | 542 | 7 |
| 2017 | 600 | 6 |
| 2018 | 669 | 4 |
| 2019 | 339 | 4 |
| 2020 | 152 | 1 |
| 2021 | 291 | 10 |
| 2022 | 242 | 1 |
| 2023 | 744 | 6 |
| 2024 | 216 | 4 |
| 2025 | 196 | 3 |
| 2026 | 53 | 2 |
NHTSA's counts for the Rogue show 53 complaints and 2 recalls for 2026[2]. Among the 19 model years listed, 0 have fewer complaints than 2026 and 18 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2026 (53) and the most are for 2023 (744)[2]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2026 Rogue?
The 2026 Rogue has a real list of owner complaints on file, with 53 in total[1]. The reports are spread over several parts, and no single group stands far above the rest[4][5][6]. Some reports mention a crash, a fire or an injury, so they are worth reading with care[1]. These are unverified owner reports, and they are not adjusted for sales. The model also has recalls on record[2], so check the recall list on this page before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Nissan Rogue?
- Owners filed 53 complaints in total[1]. The engine, electrical system and unknown or other groups each have 10[4][5][6]. See the problems section for what owners describe.
- Does the 2026 Nissan Rogue have recalls?
- Yes. The by-year data shows recalls for this model year[2]. The Recalls section on this page lists them.
- What gas mileage does the 2026 Nissan Rogue get?
- See the fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.
- Is the 2026 Nissan Rogue reliable?
- Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA[1]. Those reports are unverified and not adjusted for sales, so read the problems section and the recall list before you decide.
- Is 2026 a good year for the Nissan Rogue?
- The by-year comparison on this page shows complaints and recalls for each model year[2]. Use it to compare years side by side.
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 53 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Nissan Rogue (3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Rogue model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Rogue FWD, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Automatic (AV-S8), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 29 city / 36 highway / 32 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,100. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 10 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 10 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 10 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 8 complaints name the visibility/wiper component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 7 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the visibility component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 5 complaints name the structure component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 26V419, filed June 30, 2026: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl). NHTSA recall database
- Recall 25V912, filed December 23, 2025: Tires › Temporary / Emergency Spare Tire. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Rogue AWD, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Automatic (AV-S8), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 28 city / 35 highway / 31 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,150. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Rogue AWD Rock Creek, 1.5L 3-cyl turbo, Automatic (AV-S8), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 27 city / 32 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,300. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: frontal 4 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: frontal 4 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2026 Nissan Rogue with 1.5L 3-cylinder: rated 201 hp. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ROGUE 4DR SUV AWD: length 183 in, width 72 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 106 in, curb weight 3,545 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, ROGUE 4DR SUV FWD: length 183 in, width 72 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 106 in, curb weight 3,386 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov