2018 Nissan Rogue

668 complaints on file, page 1 of 34.

1. Filed Sep 23, 2026Failure Sep 10, 2026macon, GAPower train

   2018 Rogue Hybrid FWD, ~101,090 miles. Driving normal, stopped car due to traffic, on acceleration had sudden revving without corresponding acceleration/lurching, hybrid warning followed by CEL, P0776 and P0701, Nissan dealer diagnosis requiring replacement of hybrid transaxle 31020-3ZX4C, quoted transaxle $8,818.28 and total repair around $12,500

   NHTSA complaint 11766435
2. Filed Sep 11, 2026Failure Sep 7, 202624,000 milesPittsburgh, PAElectronic lock/latch actuator

   The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the front driver's side door failed to lock. The contact associated the failure with the door actuator from an unknown recall found online. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.

   NHTSA complaint 11763585
3. Filed Aug 23, 2026Failure Aug 5, 2026Pleasant Valley, NYPower train

   The vehicle was sold to me 3 months outside of the extended manufacturer's warranty in December of 2025 with known issues with the CVT transmission. Since owning the vehicle for less than one year, the transmission has begun to fail. The vehicle was taken to a different Nissan dealership (Poughkeepsie Nissan in Wappingers Falls, NY) where it has been confirmed that the transmission is failing and will not go into gear correctly. Service records for the vehicle were pulled from the dealership that sold it to me (Romeo Nissan in Kingston, NY) and the transmission had never been serviced or repaired. If the vehicle slips out of gear or will not go into gear correctly, this could cause a major accident including life threatening injuries and potentially death to myself or others in vehicles around me. When I reached out to Nissan consumer affairs, they only offered to cover 50% of the cost to repair or replace the transmission which is a cost of $3200 to myself which would cause a severe, undue hardship to my situation. This vehicle is not safe to be on the roadways, as it can fail at any time. There have not been any warning lights or messages to the transmission issue. The transmission can be felt slipping while driving. The CVT transmission is a known issue with Nissan engines, which is why they offered an extra, extended warranty on these vehicles, but Romeo Nissan let the vehicle sit on the lot until it was outside of the extended warranty before it was sold to me.

   NHTSA complaint 11758871
4. Filed Aug 17, 2026Failure Aug 20, 2025Lantana, TXUnknown or other

   The Vehicle has developed this problem: the passenger-side door will not lock or unlock using either the key fob or the interior power-lock switch and has to be operated manually. Because the same failure has occurred on two consecutive model years, I am concerned this may be a recurring door-lock actuator defect rather than normal wear. I have a case number open with the Nissan Consumer Affairs. The case number is XXX. I also own a 2019 Nissan Rogue SV; the VIN number is [XXX], with the same exact problem. The case number for the 2018 Nissan Rogue is XXX INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

   NHTSA complaint 11757518
5. Filed Aug 10, 2026Failure Jul 30, 2026129,000 milesStanhope, NJAir bags, Occupant classification

   The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that there was a possible computer component failure and that the OCS sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The contact stated that an unknown sensor in the seat needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.

   NHTSA complaint 11756024
6. Filed Jul 24, 2026Failure Aug 12, 2024Lockhart, TXService brakes

   While driving nothing in front of me, the car breaks. It happen a few times while doing 70 mph. The car breaks and slows down. It's done it while going 30 mph as well.

   NHTSA complaint 11752575
7. Filed Jul 1, 2026Failure Jun 26, 2026Beaumont, TXUnknown or other

   I was returning from dropping my daughter off at Hobby Airport in Houston. While driving highway speed on [XXX], my sunroof exploded. I was so startled that I almost wrecked. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

   NHTSA complaint 11747662
8. Filed Jun 27, 2026Failure Feb 3, 2025Philadelphia, PAWarnings, Power train

   My 2018 Nissan Rogue CVT transmission has failed to accelerate on two separate occasions while driving. The vehicle would not respond when I pressed the gas pedal. The car was still running but would not accelerate. The issue resolved on its own both times. I currently have approximately 69,000 miles on the vehicle. I am concerned the transmission will fail completely.

   NHTSA complaint 11746902
9. Filed Jun 23, 2026Failure Jun 23, 202560,000 milesSouth Euclid, OHElectrical system, Structure

   The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was water in the rear hatch which caused several electrical failures. The dealer informed the contact that the electrical components needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not associated with a related recall. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

   NHTSA complaint 11745887
10. Filed Jun 12, 2026Failure Nov 20, 2025Alexandria, VAPower train

    The differential failed and wouldn't drive. My mechanic replaced it Now there is a loud banging noise in the steering and it lurches.

    NHTSA complaint 11743740
11. Filed Jun 9, 2026Failure Dec 20, 202538,590 milesBrandon, FLPower train, Service brakes, Hydraulic

    The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to exceed 20 MPH. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving. The brake pedal was depressed, but the engine revved, and the vehicle failed to immediately stop. No warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the continuously variable transmission (CVT) needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 38,590.

    NHTSA complaint 11742890
12. Filed May 28, 2026Failure May 28, 2026Lubbock, TXElectrical system, EngineFire

    Component/System: The fire department determined the cause of the fire to be accidental due to an electrical malfunction within the vehicle. The most extensive damage was located in the engine compartment, though damage spread to the passenger compartment as well. The vehicle is available on request. The vehicle caught fire while parked on a street. No injuries or displacements occured. However, the vehicle became "well involved" with fire, creating an active emergency that required emergent fire department response and suppression. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Since the vehicle receive so much damage, it would only be the emergency response and origin determination by Lubbock Fire Rescue. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? The vehicle was inspected on-scene by Lubbock Fire Rescue (Unit E7). The fire department noted no signs of vandalism or tampering, concluding the cause was accidental. The police was also on the scene as well. Were there any warning messages? The owner stated they had driven the vehicle around 20:30 (8:30 PM) the previous evening and it had been parked since. The fire did not break out until approximately 05:13 AM the following morning. There wasn’t any warning lamps or unusual symptoms l present during or prior to that final drive. Summary: On May 28, 2026 the 2018 Nissan Rogue internally combusted. Subsequent inspection of the vehicle revealed fire damage in both the passenger compartment and the engine compartment, with the most severe and extensive damage concentrated in the engine bay. Fire officials found no evidence of tampering or vandalism. Based on the burn patterns and origin point, Lubbock Fire Rescue determined the cause of the fire to be accident al, resulting from an internal electrical malfunction within the vehicle.

    NHTSA complaint 11740715
13. Filed May 27, 2026Failure May 7, 2024West Warwick, RIElectrical system, Unknown or other

    The vehicle experienced failure of the HVAC heater flap/blend door mechanism on the driver’s side. Specifically, the plastic gear assembly broke at its mounting point, causing the gear to spin freely and preventing the airflow door from opening and functioning properly. As a result, the driver’s side heating and airflow system no longer operated correctly. The failed component is available for inspection upon request. Because the manufacturer does not sell the small gear component separately, I was forced to obtain a custom 3D-printed replacement part in order to restore operation. This defect created a safety concern because the inability to properly control heat and airflow can affect windshield defrosting and cabin visibility during cold or wet weather conditions. Reduced defrost performance can impair driver visibility and increase the risk of an accident. The problem was confirmed during inspection and repair. Accessing the failed gear required extensive disassembly of the vehicle’s front dashboard area and HVAC system components. The repair process was extremely labor-intensive for what is essentially a small plastic gear failure. Prior to complete failure, the HVAC system began making abnormal clicking/grinding noises and airflow operation became inconsistent. Eventually, the gear mounting point completely failed, causing the actuator gear to spin freely without moving the heater flap. This appears to be a common problem affecting Nissan Rogue vehicles, particularly involving the weak plastic HVAC gear and mounting design. The manufacturer does not offer the individual failed gear as a replacement part, which unnecessarily increases repair complexity and cost.

    NHTSA complaint 11740348
14. Filed May 27, 2026Failure May 3, 2022West Warwick, RIEngine, Unknown or other

    Around 100,000 miles, my vehicle began experiencing intermittent hesitation, sudden loss of power, and frequent stalling. Prior to the complete failure, the vehicle would occasionally hesitate during acceleration and feel like it was losing engine power while driving. Over time, the problem became more frequent. One day, while driving approximately 50 mph on a side road, the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning and completely lost power. I was luckily able to avoid an accident, and no one was injured, but the sudden shutdown created a serious safety hazard and significantly increased the risk of being rear-ended by other vehicles. The vehicle continues to stall frequently and hesitate during operation, making it unsafe to drive. The failed component was confirmed by Nissan. The dealership diagnosed the issue and recommended replacement of the defective part for over $900. However, a Nissan mechanic explained that the repair only involved removing and replacing the common problem, which is the Mass air flow sensor, secured by two screws. I replaced the component myself for approximately $90, and the vehicle temporarily improved. Unfortunately, the stalling, hesitation, and loss of power have returned and now occur constantly. The failed component should still be available for inspection upon request. The issue was confirmed by Nissan personnel, although I completed the repair independently rather than paying the dealership repair cost. Prior to the failure, the vehicle showed symptoms including hesitation, intermittent power loss, and stalling beginning around 100,000 miles. These symptoms worsened over time until the vehicle completely shut down while driving. This appears to be a common issue affecting Nissan vehicles and creates a serious safety concern due to the risk of sudden engine shutdown while driving.

    NHTSA complaint 11740346
15. Filed May 27, 2026Failure Jan 10, 2025Philadelphia, PAWarnings, Engine, Vehicle speed control

    Car drives sluggish then takes off rides fine for awhile then problem repeats

    NHTSA complaint 11740278
16. Filed May 20, 2026Failure Mar 9, 2026Wilmington, DEAutomatic emergency braking, Warnings

    While driving, my vehicles automatic braking system sometimes beeps and begin to brake when there are no objects or other vehicles in front of me. This is could potentially put me at risk because it causes my car to suddenly brake and stall while driving. I do not know if the problem has been confirmed by a dealer and I have not taken it to the dealer to be inspected. It originally started as a beeping when nothing was there but now the car is actually braking when nothing is there

    NHTSA complaint 11739005
17. Filed May 16, 2026Failure Apr 2, 2026Sacramento, CAAutomatic emergency braking, Service brakes

    The vehicle experienced multiple incidents of unintended/sudden braking without an obvious hazard present. Approximately six weeks ago, while traveling eastbound through downtown [XXX] , with children in the vehicle and traffic behind me, the vehicle abruptly engaged braking on its own, causing a sudden slowdown and creating a potential rear-end collision hazard. A second similar incident occurred a few weeks later while slowly pulling into a Target Drive-Up parking space, where the vehicle again unexpectedly braked without driver command. The issue appears possibly related to the automatic emergency braking/forward collision avoidance system, although the exact cause is currently UNKNOWN. No collision occurred, but the unexpected braking created a significant safety concern for vehicle occupants and surrounding traffic. The vehicle has also experienced ongoing electrical-related issues, including repeated “No Key Detected” warnings despite prior dealership reprogramming/rekeying attempts involving both the keys and vehicle system. The Bluetooth/radio system has also repeatedly malfunctioned despite dealership updates and/or repairs. To date, the issues appear intermittent and progressively worsening. The vehicle has been serviced previously by dealership personnel for some of the electrical/key-related concerns. The exact root cause has not yet been identified or confirmed. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

    NHTSA complaint 11738248
18. Filed May 13, 2026Failure May 13, 2026bayshore, NYElectrical system, Exterior lighting, Unknown or other

    The light component above the dash completely just fell out while i was on the highway, hanging by wires and obscuring my vision. Also there is a Bluetooth audio issue where no one can hear me when my phone is connected via Bluetooth or wired.

    NHTSA complaint 11737694
19. Filed May 13, 2026Failure Jun 1, 2025Powder Springs, GAPower train

    While driving, the CVT stalls. The vehicle becomes sluggish and slows to a crawl. During this time, the driver is forced to turn on the hazard lights, place the car in park and restart the engine. Once restarted, the car can be placed into drive mode. This can occur several times while driving. This problems occurs more frequently when traveling in traffic requiring speed changes.

    NHTSA complaint 11737623
20. Filed May 13, 2026Failure May 12, 2026Tucson, AZPower train

    Hello: I own a 2018 Nissan Rogue. While on the internet I found an NHTSA announcement that said there were problems with the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The vehicle has 80,800 miles on it. The recall states that the warranty covers 7 years/ 84,000 miles. I looked on your website and found there’s no recall for that transmission. Is that correct? I have included the link below. Thank you. [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

    NHTSA complaint 11737495