2021 Nissan Rogue: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2021 Nissan Rogue: 10 recalls, 290 owner complaints and up to 33 mpg combined.
Recalls
10 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system, Fuel system Vehicle recall #21V068000 · 2021 · 2,150 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Nissan rogue vehicles. The fuel hose May not be secured in the proper position and the fuel tank lock ring May not be fully seated.
Why it matters: An improperly secured fuel hose May leak, increasing the risk of a fire. The fuel hose May also disconnect completely, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, reposition and secure the fuel hose and lock ring, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2021.
Wheels Vehicle recall #21V186000 · 2021 · 21 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Nissan rogue vehicles. The incorrect wheel nuts May have been installed, and May loosen causing wheel vibration.
Why it matters: The wheel vibration May break the wheel studs and cause the wheel assembly to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel nuts and replace any incorrect ones, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2021.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #21V286000 · 2021 · 14,054 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 rogue vehicles. The rear left and/or right brake caliper assemblies May be missing an internal bushing, allowing the o-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak.
Why it matters: A loss of brake fluid May reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2021.
Seats, Child seat Vehicle recall #21V474000 · 2021 · 47,098 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 rogue vehicles. The second-row upper tether wires May have been improperly welded to the seatback frame, preventing a child seat from being securely anchored. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "child restraint anchorage systems."
Why it matters: An insecurely anchored child seat can move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seatbacks as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #21V957000 · 2021 · 24,793 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 rogue vehicles. Abnormal wear inside the fuel pump May cause it to overheat and fail.
Why it matters: Fuel pump failure May cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022.
Backup camera, Equipment Vehicle recall #22V527000 · 2022 · 10,477 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 rogue, 2022 frontier, pathfinder, and titan rental vehicles. When the sirius xm subscription is set to "not subscribed," it May cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #22V666000 · 2022 · 8,391 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 rogue vehicles. The rear seat belts for the left-hand and right-hand rear seats May not retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "occupant crash protection," and 209, "seatbelt assemblies."
Why it matters: Seat belts that do not retract properly May be difficult to operate, preventing their usage, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 27, 2023.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V772000 · 2022 · 27,388 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 titan, titan xd, frontier, and 2021-2022 rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (ivi) system May continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The ivi software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #23V791000 · 2023 · 2 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 rogue vehicles. The left and/or right rear brake caliper assemblies May be missing an internal bushing, allowing the o-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak.
Why it matters: A loss of brake fluid May reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the left and right rear brake calipers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 12, 2024.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #25V437000 · 2025 · 443,899 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 rogue, 2019-2020 altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti qx50, and 2022 Infiniti qx55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5l or 4-cylinder 2.0l variable compression turbo (vc-turbo) engines. The engine bearings May have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Why it matters: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure May cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
The fix: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (78): the most common themes are leaks (11).
- Electrical (62): the most common themes are electrical failure (20), warning light on (20), door / lock issues (12).
- Engine (52): the most common themes are warning light on (19), stalls / loses power (10).
- Fuel & propulsion (33): the most common themes are warning light on (9), stalls / loses power (8).
The 2021 Nissan Rogue has 290 owner complaints, ranking #13 of 21 Rogue model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 349). Complaints peaked in 2025 (79 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 29,751 miles. Neighboring years: 2020 (152 complaints, 1 recalls), 2022 (240 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 | 37 | 33 | Regular |
| 1.5 L 3-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 30 | 36 | 33 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 34 | 30 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 33 | 29 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recalls for the 2021 Nissan Rogue. 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 problems?
Owners have filed 290 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (78), electrical (62), engine (52).
What gas mileage does the 2021 Nissan Rogue get?
EPA ratings run up to 33 mpg combined (1.5 L, Automatic (AV-S8)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2021 Nissan Rogue repair manual?
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