Is the 2021 Nissan ROGUE reliable?

The 2021 Nissan ROGUE has 401 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.8x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: OTHER problems.

What are common problems with the 2021 Nissan ROGUE?

Top problems: OTHER (78 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (59 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (55 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2021 Nissan ROGUE?

Yes, there are 10 recall(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER, WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY, BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL. Contact any Nissan dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2021 Nissan ROGUE?

The 2021 Nissan ROGUE gets 31 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1548. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2021 Nissan ROGUE?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2021 Nissan ROGUE is approximately $1,846/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.

2021 Nissan ROGUE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2021 Nissan ROGUE has 401 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.8x the segment average of 522. The most common issue is other problems (19% of all complaints), specifically: vehicle either blows hot air or cold air. nothing in the middle. must set it to lo for cold air, as soon as you get to 62 degrees the vehicle will blow hot air. there is no comfortable temperature. thermostat change did not fix this defect.. There are 10 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 4 fire reports filed.

4 fire reports 25 crash reports 13 injuries

401

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.8x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

OTHER

78 complaints

19%

• VEHICLE EITHER BLOWS HOT AIR OR COLD AIR. NOTHING IN THE MIDDLE. MUST SET IT TO LO FOR COLD AIR, AS SOON AS YOU GET TO 62 DEGREES THE VEHICLE WILL BLOW HOT AIR. THERE IS NO COMFORTABLE TEMPERATURE. THERMOSTAT CHANGE DID NOT FIX THIS DEFECT.
• WHILE OUR SON WAS TRYING TO ALIGN CAR IN DRIVE OUTSIDE OUR HOME GARAGE DOOR, GOING FROM R TO D, DASH LIT UP WITH ALL RED WARNINGS AND COULD NOT PUT INTO PARK. CAR STARTED TO ROLL BACK. MY HUSBAND WENT TO ASSIST OUR SON WHO WAS BEHIND WHEEL AND NOW BELIEVED THE CAR TO BE IN PARK. WHEN MY HUSBAND WE
• Rear bumper in two parts one part with sensor and other reflective. Main rear bumper attached with body. Second rear bumper part of main rear bumper Gaps found between both bumpers defective or grips/ hooks gap. Create noise vibrating. Also knock sound came from steeribg when its park and put in d

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports💥 3 crashes

“VEHICLE EITHER BLOWS HOT AIR OR COLD AIR. NOTHING IN THE MIDDLE. MUST SET IT TO LO FOR COLD AIR, AS SOON AS YOU GET TO 62 DEGREES THE VEHICLE WILL BLOW HOT AIR. THERE IS NO COMFORTABLE TEMPERATURE. THERMOSTAT CHANGE DID NOT FIX THIS DEFECT.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2021 Nissan ROGUE

Based on 82 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 37K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 63K mi · 21 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 42K mi · 10 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 9K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

VISIBILITY

In line with typicalmedian 7K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

In line with typicalmedian 26K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

Later than typicalmedian 40K mi · 10 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 (10)

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP09/12/2021

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. Abnormal wear inside the fuel pump may cause it to overheat and fail.

Risk: Fuel pump failure may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21B8.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2021 Nissan ROGUE

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,549

Per month

$129

Per mile

12.9¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,847/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,334/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 2021 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

$1,846

Full coverage / month

$154

Liability only / year

$639

vs US avg

+10%

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 age1.05x

= Full coverage estimate$1846

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 2021 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

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 401 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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OTHER: VEHICLE EITHER BLOWS HOT AIR OR COLD AIR. NOTHING IN THE MIDDLE. MUST SET IT TO LO FOR COLD AIR, AS SOON AS YOU GET TO 62 DEGREES THE VEHICLE WILL BLOW HOT AIR. THERE IS NO COMFORTABLE TEMPERATURE. THERMOSTAT CHANGE DID NOT FIX THIS DEFECT.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: WHILE OUR SON WAS TRYING TO ALIGN CAR IN DRIVE OUTSIDE OUR HOME GARAGE DOOR, GOING FROM R TO D, DASH LIT UP WITH ALL RED WARNINGS AND COULD NOT PUT INTO PARK. CAR STARTED TO ROLL BACK. MY HUSBAND WENT TO ASSIST OUR SON WHO WAS BEHIND WHEEL AND NOW BELIEVED THE CAR TO BE IN PARK. WHEN MY HUSBAND WE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: ENGINE LIGHT AND OIL LIGHT COMES ON AND THE VEHICLE JERK WHEN PARKED AND ATTEMPTING TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 NISSAN ROGUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS WITH THE DRIVER ASSIST ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED WHEN THERE WERE NO OBSTRUCTION. THE VEHICLE JERKED TO THE RIGHT AND THE DRIVER ASSIST WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 10 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)