The 2019 Nissan Rogue is a popular and inexpensive compact SUV. However, the vehicle’s reported transmission failures and serious problems with its electronic braking system are serious safety issues worth reviewing.
Key Points
- The 2019 Nissan Rogue has been recalled twice. However, the recalls are relatively minor in comparison to other issues reported by owners.
- The front collision warning system, which engages the brakes in case of an emergency, is known to randomly engage at high speeds.
- It appears Nissan dealerships have had no success solving the brake system problem, and currently, there is no known fix.
- Similar to other Nissan models, the transmission is known to be problematic and has the possibility of failing early into the lifespan of the vehicle.
- Until the emergency braking system problems are solved, buyers should be extremely cautious when considering a 2019 Nissan Rogue.
The 2019 Nissan Rogue Has Been Recalled Twice, but Neither Recall Addresses Some of the SUV’s More Serious Problems
The 2019 Nissan Rogue has been recalled twice. The first recall concerns a backup camera that can be adjusted to a position obstructing the rear view when the vehicle is placed in reverse. The second recall issued covers a bracket that could damage the engine harness. However, this problem affected only the Hybrid Nissan Rogue model.
These recalls, however, do not include some of the most severe problems found on the 2019 Rogue. Through many registered complaints, drivers report serious and dangerous problems with the emergency braking system.
2019 Nissan Rogue’s Unpredictable Emergency Braking System is Flawed and Potentially Dangerous
If there’s one reason to stay away from the 2019 Nissan Rogue, it’s the emergency braking system. Caused presumably by faulty electronics, the Rogue’s emergency braking system is known to engage at high speed for no reason, bringing drivers to a screeching halt.
This problem was also known to occur on 2017 and 2018 Nissan Rogues. The NHTSA shows an open investigation into the problems. However, despite the high number of complaints on the 2019 model, the NHTSA shows that only the 2017 and 2018 models are being investigated.
Unfortunately, since the investigation does not include the 2019 model, if a recall is issued for the previous years, it’s possible the fix wouldn’t cover the 2019 Rogue.
Of the many registered complaints about the 2019 Rogue, at least 40 are about the forward collision avoidance system, with another 93 mentioning the service brakes. According to owner reports, the emergency braking system may randomly engage at highway speeds, whether cars are in front of the Rogue or not.
Owners Report in the Forums that the Malfunctioning Emergency Brake Issue Recurs Even After Having the Sensor Replaced
In a 2020 thread on the Rogue Sport Forum, owners mention that the dealerships that do attempt to fix the problem usually replace the sensor for the braking system.
However, even after having the sensor replaced, the problem reportedly still occurs. Even worse, reports show that some dealers won’t even attempt to fix the dangerous problem since the vehicle’s computer shows no error code.
The only way to prevent the problem from occurring seems to be to disable the emergency braking system completely. Though, it looks like you may have to do this procedure every time you start the car.
Nissan’s CVT is Reputed to Be Troublesome and Known to Have Problems Early On
Unfortunately, transmission problems are common on many new Nissan models. Nissan’s continuously variable transmissions are known to be problematic, and the same troublesome CVT design is found on the Rogue.
While the number of complaints about the transmission is small in comparison to the other problems, issues with the CVT exist as well. The number one issue on Car Complaints for the Rogue is transmission slipping. These complaints are also seen through the NHTSA, as well as online forums.
There is no easy fix for the Nissan CVT, and according to a recent thread on the Nico Club forum, it seems as though the transmission will be either problem-free until 100,000 miles, or encounter a serious problem within the first few years of ownership.
In the unlikely but possible situation where the CVT fails completely, it won’t be a cheap fix. According to Kelley Blue Book, the repair and replacement cost of a transmission on the Rogue is about $4,800 with parts and labor.
2019 Rogue Has Only a Few Issues, but They are Potentially Dangerous, and Worth Considering if Buying Used
Buyers looking to purchase a compact SUV may want to think twice before adding the 2019 Rogue to their list of options. While the transmission issues may push some buyers away, the dangerous emergency braking problems could be reason enough to avoid the 2019 Nissan Rogue.
Fortunately, the midsize SUV market has grown significantly, and there are several other options for buyers to consider. The similarly-sized Jeep Compass and Ford Escape are two options for buyers to consider at nearly the same price point.
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