The Nissan Rogue is a long-standing compact crossover SUV produced since 2007 (for model year 2008).
It has seen a number of different updates and changes over the years, including several updates to the onboard technology and the body design. As of 2020, the current model is the best-selling vehicle for this manufacturer in the United States. Over the years, there have been some Nissan Rogue recalls that are important for today’s drivers to know about before investing.
The current 2020 model of the Nissan Rogue is the third generation of the car. The Canadian version, called the Nissan X-Trail, provides the same specs. This includes a 2.5L four-cylinder engine that features a continuously variable transmission. The car’s base model includes front-wheel drive as a standard feature. The third generation hits 181 horsepower.
Some of the Nissan Rogue Recalls
Since its first production, the Nissan Rogue has had several recalls. Most of them are minor and were handled quickly. Yet, for those buying a car, it helps to know about the recalls present on each model year to ensure they were updated. Doing so ensures the vehicle remains safe to drive. Here are some of the Nissan Rogue recalls you may want to check out.
Navigational System Failures
This recall applies to the Nissan Rogue for model years 2008 through 2010. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports this recall, recall number 10V401000, applies to several Nissan vehicles. It is related to the overheating of batteries that could lead to a fire starting in the vehicle.
The recall, which impacted nearly 8,000 vehicles, was a high priority risk. It involved only those vehicles that had a Garmin NUVI Model 750 navigational system installed on the device. The batteries within this GPS device can overheat. If that occurs, it can lead to an electrical fire in the car. Owners of the impacted vehicles were notified, and repairs were made by Garmin technicians. This recall occurred in September of 2010.
Power Train and Transmission Recall
The NHTSA reported a power train and transmission in Recall Number 15V775000. This was issued in November of 2015. This recall applies to vehicles that were manufactured from February 10, 2015, through May 13, 2015. This was for the model year 2015.
The problem relates to the shift selector. The device may move out of the park position even while the brake pedal is not depressed. If this happens, it can lead to the vehicle rolling unexpectedly and, in some cases, creating a crash risk.
This recall impacted 33,880 vehicles. These vehicles failed to meet the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 114, “Theft Protection and Rollaway Protection” rules, which is why the recall was issued.
Owners were notified at that time, and the dealerships were required to replace the shift selector knob, and if it was deemed a risk, to change it free of charge.
Front Passenger Seat Welds
Another recall for the Nissan Rogue relates to the unexpected movement of the front passenger seats. Recall number 17VV716000 involved about 210 vehicles and was related to the 2016 model of this vehicle. It was necessary because the welded seat backs on the frames of the front passenger vehicle would break free.
This is due to improper welding methods. As a result of this, the vehicle does not meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards “Head Restraints” and “Seating Systems” requirements.
The company took action by requiring dealers to inspect and then replace the front passenger seat back assembly for all impacted vehicles. This recall was issued in January of 2018. There was no cost to owners to have the repairs completed.
Airbag Sensor Recall
The Nissan Rogue also was recalled in April of 2016 for a concern related to the airbag sensors on these vehicles. It applies to all Rogue models from 2014 through 2017 as recall number 16V244000.
In this recall, the passenger airbag may not deploy as it is supposed to, as a result of an OCS error message. This would put the passenger at risk of increased injury if a crash were to occur.
This recall impacted numerous vehicles (not just Nissan). A total of 3.2 million vehicles in the U.S. were related to this airbag problem. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) did not operate properly in these vehicles.
It would incorrectly classify some adult passengers as children. In other cases, it would classify the seat as empty even though it had someone sitting there. If this failure occurred and a crash took place, the airbags would not properly deploy, putting the individual sitting there at risk. Nissan notified its owners. They also make repairs to the vehicle to fix the problem.
Electrical Risk Due to Moisture
In January of 2015, Nissan issued a recall for the Rogue for model numbers from 2008 through 2013. The recall was related to vehicles manufactured from March 7, 2007, through November 26, 2013.
In addition to this, it also impacted the 2014 Nissan Rogue Select. This applies to vehicles that were made between September 23, 2013, through July 2, 2014. Recall number 15V032000 impacted over 468,000 vehicles. The recall occurred on February 26, 2015.
This recall is related specifically to the Nissan Rogue’s electrical system. These vehicles could experience an electrical short due to a harness connector problem. When snow and water mixed with salt from roadways entered into the electrical area (generally from the carpet), it could cause the short to occur. The carpet on the floor near the driver’s side was too close to the harness connector.
Nissan notified owners of the problem, inspected the kick panel wiring harness connector on those impacted cars, and then added a new connector along with a waterproof seal if necessary.
Rear Lift Gate Failure
Another Nissan Rogue recall occurred in April of 2016. At that time, Nissan issued recall number 16V219000 related to the rear liftgate of the vehicle. This recall impacted model years 2014 through 2016. It applies only to vehicles with a manufacture date of July 32, 2013, through January 16, 2016 and included over 108,000 vehicles.
In this recall, Nissan noted that there is the risk of corrosion developing on one or both sides of the rear liftgate support stays. These help to hold the liftgate of the trunk up and in place. If corrosion occurs, it could lead to a sudden release of pressure in them.
The result of this is a snapping of the support system. This could fall and cause injury to someone or damage property. The blame was placed on an insufficient amount of anti-corrosion treatment in place on these stays.
Nissan notified owners of this risk. They then had dealers replace the rear tailgate stays on all impacted vehicles regardless of the amount of corrosion present on them.
Back-up Camera Display Failure
The Nissan Rogue also had a recall issued in September of 2019 for the back-up camera system. This one, recall number 19V654000, impacted both the Nissan Rogue and Rogue Sport for years 2018 through 2019. It also impacted numerous other Nissan vehicles during those model years. In total, over 1.2 million vehicles were affected by this recall.
The back-up camera in these vehicles and the display settings can be adjusted in such a way that it would allow the rear view image to no longer be visible. The vehicle could then maintain that same setting long-term.
That would mean that, if this were to occur, the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse, the accurate image is not present, creating the risk of the driver believing the space behind them was clear.
This recall was issued as a failure of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number 111, “Rear Visibility”. Nisan notified owners in phases of this problem and then had dealerships update the software on the cameras to avoid this problem.
How to Find Additional Recall Information
Other Rogue recalls may exist. In addition, other threats could come about at any time. Checking out the Nissan Recall Lookup page using the VIN of any vehicle you plan to purchase can help you to find out if your vehicle has a recall on it. You do not have to enter any personal information to obtain a lookup of the vehicle’s recalls.
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