2021 Nissan Rogue Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport: 1 recall, 23 owner complaints and up to 28 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V093000 · 2023 · 712,458 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Driver contact with a key in the collapsed position could inadvertently shut off the vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the vehicle shuts off while driving, the air bags May not deploy in a crash as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed March 29, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Forward collision avoidance (8): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (5): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
- Engine (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (4): the most common themes are door / lock issues (2).
The 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport has 23 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 6 Rogue Sport model years for complaints (well below the 57 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 82,682 miles. Neighboring years: 2020 (40 complaints, 1 recalls), 2022 (12 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 31 | 28 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport problems?
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (8), other / unknown (5), engine (5).
What gas mileage does the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport get?
EPA ratings run up to 28 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AV-S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport repair manual?
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