2021 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2021 Nissan Rogue has 5 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Front Radar / Automatic Emergency Braking False Activation and Sensor Obstruction Warnings ($250-$1,800 repair) and 1.5L VC-Turbo Main/Link Bearing Seizure Causing Engine Knock, Stall, and Total Engine Failure (Recall) ($0-$9,000 repair). Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $150 to $9,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The fastener in the rear seat belt anchor attachment points may not have been tightened properly and can loosen over time.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2021 Nissan Rogue has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Front Radar / Automatic Emergency Braking False Activation and Sensor Obstruction Warnings, 1.5L VC-Turbo Main/Link Bearing Seizure Causing Engine Knock, Stall, and Total Engine Failure (Recall), Loose or Rattling Front Suspension Components Causing Clunks Over Bumps. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2021 Nissan Rogue has 5 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Front Radar / Automatic Emergency Braking False Activation and Sensor Obstruction Warnings and 1.5L VC-Turbo Main/Link Bearing Seizure Causing Engine Knock, Stall, and Total Engine Failure (Recall). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Repair costs for known Nissan Rogue issues range from $0 to $9,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Front Radar / Automatic Emergency Braking False Activation and Sensor Obstruction Warnings, typically costs $250-$1,800 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
Multiple owners of the current-generation Rogue report the forward collision warning / automatic emergency braking system issuing sudden alerts, disabling itself, or in some cases braking unexpectedly with no obstacle present. Complaints commonly mention 'Front radar unavailable… Repairs typically run $250-$1,800. Severity: high.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may have been incorrectly manufactured, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies," and 210 "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
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.
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The variable-compression 1.5L VC-Turbo can suffer a manufacturing defect in the main, A-link, C-link, and L-link engine bearings. Higher-than-expected oil temperatures thin the oil and starve the bearings, leading to bearing seizure, rod knock, abnormal engine noise, hard/rough s… Repairs typically run $0-$9,000. Severity: high.
A recurring owner complaint on the current Rogue is front-end clunking, rattling, or knocking noises over small bumps, driveway transitions, or rough pavement. Reports commonly point to sway bar links, strut-related hardware, or other front suspension attachment points loosening… Repairs typically run $250-$1,200. Severity: medium.
Owners have reported power liftgate problems including the hatch refusing to open, stopping partway, reversing direction, or beeping without completing the cycle. Some complaints describe intermittent operation that worsens in cold weather or after battery disconnects, while othe… Repairs typically run $150-$1,400. Severity: medium.
Primary Nissan and NHTSA records establish bounded rear-camera image-loss conditions across the frozen 2021-2024 Rogue years: NTB25-014 covers 2021-2023 connector D504 corrosion with an inoperative camera or X display, while separate safety campaigns cover specified 2021-2022 and… Severity: medium.
