Is the 2017 Nissan ROGUE reliable?

The 2017 Nissan ROGUE has 862 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.7x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: OTHER problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Nissan ROGUE?

Top problems: OTHER (137 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (120 complaints, avg repair $500); BRAKES (112 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Nissan ROGUE?

Yes, there are 5 recall(s): SEATS, AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER. Contact any Nissan dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Nissan ROGUE?

The 2017 Nissan ROGUE gets 27 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1778. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Nissan ROGUE?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Nissan ROGUE is approximately $1,758/year (suv-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2017 Nissan ROGUE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2017 Nissan ROGUE has 862 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.7x the segment average of 522. The most common issue is other problems (16% of all complaints), specifically: i have had my pearl white 2017 nissan rogue sl for about 9 weeks now and it seems like i am having issues with the paint in the vehicle. i am not sure if the paint on the car is very thin or that if it is very cheap but i do everything i am supposed to be doing in taking the car as i always love to. There are 5 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 7 fire reports filed.

7 fire reports 76 crash reports 70 injuries

862

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.7x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

OTHER

137 complaints

16%

• I HAVE HAD MY PEARL WHITE 2017 NISSAN ROGUE SL FOR ABOUT 9 WEEKS NOW AND IT SEEMS LIKE I AM HAVING ISSUES WITH THE PAINT IN THE VEHICLE. I AM NOT SURE IF THE PAINT ON THE CAR IS VERY THIN OR THAT IF IT IS VERY CHEAP BUT I DO EVERYTHING I AM SUPPOSED TO BE DOING IN TAKING THE CAR AS I ALWAYS LOVE TO
• THE FRONT WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS CRUISING ON INTERSTATE 5 AROUND MARK 195 IN WASHINGTON STATE AROUND 11:30AM. THERE WAS A SMOOTH TRAFFIC WITH NO BIG TRUCKS AROUND AND NO FOREIGN OBJECTS FLYING OVER.
• ON OCTOBER 11, 2017, THE VEHICLE'S 'INTELLIGENT SAFETY SHIELD' FEATURE CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO UNEXPECTEDLY BRAKE WHILE MOVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE 10 FREEWAY. THIS MALFUNCTION NEARLY CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN SERIOUS INJURIES. WE IMMEDIATELY CONTACT

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 2 fire reports💥 11 crashes

“I HAVE HAD MY PEARL WHITE 2017 NISSAN ROGUE SL FOR ABOUT 9 WEEKS NOW AND IT SEEMS LIKE I AM HAVING ISSUES WITH THE PAINT IN THE VEHICLE. I AM NOT SURE IF THE PAINT ON THE CAR IS VERY THIN OR THAT IF IT IS VERY CHEAP BUT I DO EVERYTHING I AM SUPPOSED TO BE DOING IN TAKING THE CAR AS I ALWAYS LOVE TO”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Nissan ROGUE

Based on 434 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 26K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

237

30-60K

108

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

In line with typicalmedian 25K mi · 82 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 18K mi · 63 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 57K mi · 53 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

In line with typicalmedian 15K mi · 38 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 30K mi · 37 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 21K mi · 33 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (5)

SEATS18/10/2017

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The recliner joints on the lower seat frame for the rear seats may have improper welds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Risk: The insufficient welds can increase the risk of injury to the occupants in the event of a crash.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat frames and replace any defective lower seat frames, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Nissan ROGUE

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,778

Per month

$148

Per mile

14.8¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,920/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,500/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Nissan ROGUE

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,758

Full coverage / month

$147

Liability only / year

$639

vs US avg

+5%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (suv-midsize)1.05x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1758

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Nissan ROGUE Service Intervals

Oil change

5K mi / 6 mo

Tire rotation

5K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

105K mi

Spark plugs

105K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

CVT-equipped models (Altima, Sentra, Rogue, Pathfinder) MUST use Nissan NS-3 CVT fluid, not conventional ATF. Frequent CVT service extends life significantly.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Nissan New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Nissan. If you're buying a used 2017 ROGUE, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Nissan dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 862 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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OTHER: I HAVE HAD MY PEARL WHITE 2017 NISSAN ROGUE SL FOR ABOUT 9 WEEKS NOW AND IT SEEMS LIKE I AM HAVING ISSUES WITH THE PAINT IN THE VEHICLE. I AM NOT SURE IF THE PAINT ON THE CAR IS VERY THIN OR THAT IF IT IS VERY CHEAP BUT I DO EVERYTHING I AM SUPPOSED TO BE DOING IN TAKING THE CAR AS I ALWAYS LOVE TO
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN ROGUE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE TURNED ON, THE TRANSMISSION ERRONEOUSLY SWITCHED TO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE MOVED BACKWARDS. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HALL NISSAN IN CHESA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: MY HOME CAUGHT FIRE MARCH 24, ORIGINATING AT THE CAR PORT WHERE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. NEIGHBOR WITNESSED BRIGHT WHITE EXPLOSIONS TAKING PLACE AT THE CORNER OF THE CAR PORT WHERE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. MY WIFE WOKE TO THE SMOKE ALARM, AND HOUSE WAS FILLED WITH TOXIC SMOKE. AS I ROSE AND INVESTIGATED, I
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: WHILE TRAVELING THROUGH SNOW AND ICE THE FRONT GRILL OF THE VEHICLE BECAME COVERED WITH A COATING OF ICE. THIS BLOCKED THE FRONT RADAR DEVICE FROM WORKING. THEREFORE SHUTTING DOWN THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM AND THE AUTOMATIC COLLISION DETECTION SYSTEM WHICH BRAKES THE VEHICLE WHEN GETTING TO CLOSE TO
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 5 recalls have been completed — free at any Nissan dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)