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2008 Nissan Rogue Problems and Repair Histories

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2008 Nissan Rogue 63 Rogues, 9.9 months of data per Rogue, average 57100 miles

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2008 Nissan Rogue

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Nissan Rogue in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 21000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 22000 0 Seal on inside of window started howling when window was put down. Fixed 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2012 46500   First odometer entry
Feb 2012 47740 0 adjustment 

 

Nissan Rogue in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 38440   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 39680 700 High speed braking vibrations due to faulty brakes rotors. Second time in 40000Km. First time fixed in warranty, second time Nissan refused the warranty (62000Km) and asked me 700$ for repair. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Nissan Rogue 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD

Nissan Rogue in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 7000   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 9000 0 Heard whistling noise near front passenger window as well as noise in rear compartment that sounded as if the rear hatch was open. Dealer could not duplicate. Forum said to remove crossbars on roof rack which took care of whistling noise. 
Mar 2011 68000 100 Check engine light came on. Dealership replaced the gas cap. 
Mar 2013 104000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2009 5580   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 17980 0 tire pressure light came on 
Apr 2013 33480   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Mississippi, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 2000 0 Service Engine soon light came on. Tech says fuel cap was not on tight enough. Wife said she would make sure after fill ups to put cap on tight. 
Mar 2013 92000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 1000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 29000 0 Steering Making Groaning noise when hard turning. Service Dept. said was dirty boot seal. Cleaned, Lubed and reseated. Steering Gear screw per TSB. Screw may loosen in time causing steering problems or loss of steering. Dealer ordered kit to fix potential issue. 
Mar 2013 67000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2008 4960 0 Noise in steering column, diagnosed as faulty spiral cable - dealer ordered new part. New spiral cable for steering column arrived, a repair appointment was booked, it took 1 hour to repair successfully. 
Nov 2008 5580 0 CVT Transmission was replaced, due to inherant manufacturer defect. The new replacement part was an upgraded, newly designed CVT transmission. 
Jan 2009 6820 0 Squeeking in the steering column, solution was to replace entire steering wheel assembly, noise is now gone and steering wheel now turns much easier and smoothly. 
Nov 2009 13640 0 Fuel gauge sender was defective, it was replaced and now functions properly. 
Dec 2010 23560 0 Squeeking/creaking from steering wheel, worse when cold, diagnosed as faulty spiral cable/clock spring, which had already been replaced twice previously but with limited success. Noise returned shortly after this last replacement. 
Mar 2013 40300   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 31620 500 The front and rear brakes had to be replaced. This included pads on all four wheels and the front rotors. 
Sep 2011 37200 100 Replaced front rotors. 
Dec 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 2000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 37000 0 Grinding/Chain dragging on ground sound when driving at low speeds. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 0 Fuel gauge and outside temp erratic. Replaced Combination meter & replaced outside temp sensor. 
Oct 2008 0 Fuel gauge and outside temp erratic. Replaced Fuel pump and sensor. Dealer says outside temp functions normally. 
Nov 2008 0 Fuel gauge and outside temp erratic. Dealer could not duplicate. Dealer replacing wiring harness after a call into the consumer relations department at Nissan. 

 

Nissan Rogue in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011   First odometer entry
May 2011 0 Car showed 1/4 tank of gas but would not start. Had it towed to dealership. Said it was not the fuel pump that I ran it out of gas. 
Mar 2012 47000 0 Gear shift stuck Gas gauge not working properly Exact same problems as before...gear shift is stuck have to use a pin. The gas gauge seems to be wrong again also. 
Apr 2012 48000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 28520   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 29760 56 Car that I parked Saturday on the street for about two hours would not start. Try several times, but no luck. Had to call Nissan roadside assistance. Monday morning my dealer called me, told me that they can not find the problem, they tested battery. 
Mar 2011 49600 340 Check engine light came on, went to diagnose. Replaced vent control valve. 
Mar 2013 84320   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2011 45000 0 Shift control assembly was replaced because car would not shift out of park. Dealer would not cover this as a powertrain item as well as Nissan corporate. Very unhappy with Nissan 
Oct 2012 60000 0 Transmission was replaced on vehicle and was under warranty 
Nov 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Nissan Rogue 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT AWD

Nissan Rogue in Hawaii, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 5000   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 8000 0 Faint click when turning steering wheel. Diagnosis: replace rack and pinion!! Awaiting parts. 
Apr 2009 9000 0 Faint click when turning steering wheel. 
Aug 2012 27000 900 Replaced A/C compressor clutch. Nissan refused any assistance with cost. 

 

Nissan Rogue in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2009 13000   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 15700 0 New transmission 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Manitoba, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2010 29760   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 31620 0 Fuel gauge not reading properly 
Jul 2010 32860 0 New unit defective, replaced six days later. Fuel gauge now reading properly. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2009 21000 0 TPMS light would not turn off. Was NOT part of recall. Sensor was reset. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 47000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 49000 325 Battery was completely dead (cells) BUT dealership said there was also a problem with the "connections - electrical system", which was why it took 3 days to determine that it was dead battery (factory installed = no more warranty?) 
Apr 2011 51000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Oct 2011 36300 0 gear shifter would not release from park position. Dealer ordered part and replaced shifter. 
Aug 2012 48000 50 Tire pressure scensor 

 

Nissan Rogue in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2012 49000   First odometer entry
Jul 2012 49000 0 a/c, heating, defrost inoperable 

 

Nissan Rogue in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 0 Don't know the dates. In 2009, I've had the left and right struts replaced twice. Still having a noise on the front left. 

 

Nissan Rogue in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 33000 0 park lock solenoid failure. Unable to shift out of park. Had to override the lock to drive to dealer. 
Jun 2012 45000 408 Brake job for worn parts 

 

Nissan Rogue in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 5000   First odometer entry
Feb 2009 23000 0 Vehicle would not turn over. Was able to finally get started, idled rough and spit out lots of smoke. After having car all day, Dealer believed it was case of bad (tank of) gas. Haven't had problem since. 
Jun 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 40300   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 41540 0 Going up hills on freeway at around 130kms an hour and vehicle suddenly loses all power. No light indicating engine problem and must be restarted to regain power back. 6 times now it has occured and still no answer as to why Can't shift out of Park. Must use a pin to stick in shift lock to get it out. It was replaced before but acting up again. Fixed again. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 12400   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 38440 0 rear wiper motor 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 27000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 36000 0 Intermittent buzz coming from front passenger window Heard when listening to FM talk radio. Could be temporarily alleviated by pressing up on the power window button. Dealer insulated cable, but problem not fixed. 
Sep 2010 39000 0 Replaced fuel level sending units due to incorrect fuel level display. Grinding sound in driver's power seat track. Parts ordered previously, but upon installation technician discovered new parts were broken. Reordered new parts. Rubber hood bumper/spacer/rest came unfastened and subsequently dropped into engine bay. New bumper was ordered under warranty, but wrong side was ordered. New order placed. 
Oct 2011 58500 0 Dealer finally admitted something was wrong with the transmission and said it needed to be replaced, under warranty. I had heard the well-known Rogue CVT transmission rattle since I got the car at 30,000 miles. 
Apr 2012 63300 300 Passenger side, front exterior door handle was not working. The door actuator had failed and was replaced. 
Feb 2013 75000 100 The fan control module overloaded and needed to be replaced - the fan wouldn't turn off, always on high. Got part online and regained control. However, it seems the blower fan needs to be replaced as well, possibly a bad bearing. 
Mar 2013 80000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 29000 0 fuel gauge sending unit replaced 
Sep 2010 31000 125 fuel sensor still malfunctioning second fuel sensor replaced...problem resolved! 
Sep 2011 50000 500 Stress crack in front windshield 
Mar 2013 66000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0 Heat shield got loose and was vibrating while start up the car. 
Dec 2009 33000 0 Driver's door handle stopped opening the door from outside. Tech took the door apart and found that ball fell apart. Fixed the door handle and the door handle stopped working again in the end of December. Parts on special order. No charge. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Kansas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 12000 0 Wind noise from back hatch or small window - real loud- replaced some weatherstripping- did not fix the noise!!!!! 
Dec 2009 44000 0 Wind noise never successfully fixed. 

 

Nissan Rogue in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 2000   First odometer entry
Apr 2008 2000 0 CVT rattle...checked by dealer. Mo repair, they have referred it to Nissan 
Jan 2009 0 Dealer replaced CVT to fi 'rattle' issue...rattle went away 
Sep 2011 65000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2008 3000 0 Squealing sound from front passenger side. Retorqued wheel nuts. 
Aug 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 4000 0 Rogue driven from Minneapolis to Ft Myers Fl with just 1,000 mi on the odometer. Noted vibration at highway speed. Exam showed loose vertical plastic panel between left front wheel and engine - apparently fasteners lost or never installed. Took to ... 
Mar 2008 6000 0 Took car on drive from MN to FL in Feb with about 1000mi on odometer. Noted fluttering noise at highway speed - inspection showed loose and broken plastic shroud between left front wheel and engine, fasteners missing, probably during manufacture.Took car 
May 2010 42700 0 Noticed "crunching" sound when accel or decel at 10-40 mph. Took to dealer, and they ordered warranty transmission replacement immed. No other mechanical complaints. Car performs well and we like it very much. Tight, quiet, handles well. 
Jul 2010 45700 0 rear wiper came on, ran a few cycles and stalled in the middle and wouldnt run. Happened each time I started the car. Dealer tested and ordered new control module under extended warranty. Yet everything seems OK now with old module. ??? 
Apr 2011 54300 0 Noticed that the trim piece on the leading edge of the left roof rail was missing. Ordered a replacement from dealer and fixed it. ($40 for a piece of plastic! - not surprised). Wondering of if others have had similar problem. 
Jun 2011 55000 50 Interior map lights would not extinguish when shutting down or during driving, day or night. Dealer made temp fix, ordered and replaced switch. Flat fee of $50 pd for extended warranty service. 
Dec 2012 77000 350 Replaced rear brake pads and turned disks. Front brakes have some life remaining - even after 76000+ miles. 
Mar 2013 80000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 17360 0 Tire sensor was on despite inflating tires. 
Dec 2010 55800 532 fuel gauge intermittent does not read properly 
Jan 2011 55800 0 Air fan control speed not working, constantly blowing air on full. 

 

Nissan Rogue in Maine, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 26000 0 Told dealer the Catalytic converter was rattling-believed the inside of the converter had broken free and was rattling. The dealer thought an exhaust heat shield had bent and they stated they bent it back but the rattle returned the very next day.  Boot in steering system was dry and emitting noise with turning of steering wheel. Boot was lubed and is now noise free.  
Oct 2008 28000 0 Heatshield weld had broken and was rattling-repaired by dealer. 
Aug 2009 49000 103 Check engine light came on-EVAP sys leak. Vent solenoid replaced. Driver front wheel bearing grinding/whining-needed replacement. HVAC fan quit on way to appt for above problems. Check engine light-TSB regarding ECM reflash corrected problem.  
Jun 2010 65000 1000 HVAC fan bearing was squealing intermittently. Fan was replaced and problem solved. Drivers side front strut top and bearing replaced due to noise/worn parts. CVT rattle which was not resolved by a previous TCM reflash recommended in a TSB. Reflash was still present in system so no additional repair could be made. Dealer states all make some noise.  
Mar 2013 105000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 23560 0 Paddle shifter cable anchor came lose, rubbing on the drive shaft. Delivery of the replacement part from Nissan took a week. 
Mar 2011 57040   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Nissan Rogue 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

Nissan Rogue in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 23000 0 Reprogram CVT  
Mar 2010 26200 0 replace transmission 
Aug 2010 35500 0 Wouldn't start, replaced starter 
Dec 2012 80000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 13000   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 14000 0 left front strut bad 
Feb 2009 15000 0 Left front strut bad. Dealer replaced strut problem taken care of. Rear seat backs rattle with no passengers. Ordered parts. 
Oct 2010 48700 119 Replaced Battery 
Mar 2013 86000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 8000   First odometer entry
May 2009 20000 0 Some Rogue's have had faulty gas level gauge part, which requires replacement in the fuel tank. I was aware of interior fuel gauge not reporting a full tank when filled gas to full. Also, gauge would drop sometimes to false lower/higher levels. 
May 2011 37000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 1240   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 19840 0 fuel tank vent + recall items 
Dec 2012 58900 650 pads, rotors and calipers needed servicing/replacement 
Mar 2013 62620   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 6000 0 Rattle in the cargo area on the passenger side. Mechanic said it was a bolt that was not secured at the factory. 
Sep 2009 15000 0 Low tire pressure warning light after driving to mountains in Colorado. Dealer reset computer, no issues afterwords. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0 Sunroof made a loud rubbing noise when opened and closed. 
Sep 2008 5580 62 Sunroof made a rubbing noise. They oiled it. Worked for a month.  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in British Columbia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 0   First odometer entry
May 2011 37200 0 rough idling and transmission rattle at low RPM. Engine and tranmission reprogramed 
Mar 2013 55180   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2009 14000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 23000 0 Noise when braking. 
Jun 2011 36000 0 Radio antenna found missing on top of the roof. Dealer installed new part. 
Mar 2012 45000 0 Rattling noise 
Mar 2013 60000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 28000 0 The head shield had come loose. The dealership re-clamped it and the grinding sound I was experiencing went away. 
Aug 2009 35000 0 Service Engine Soon light came on. Typically this is due to a loose gas cap so I tightened it and 3 days later the light was still on. Dealer just tightened it and reset light. Checked the squeeky driver's door which they did order a part for. Dealer replaced the EVAP Valve in the car. They also took care of replacing the door-check to stop the squeak. 
Sep 2009 37500 0 The EVAP Valve replaced at the end of August ended up being faulty as the service engine soon light came on again 3 days later. The dealer tested and found it was defective, and replaced it again. 
Jun 2010 59000 0 There was a squeak when rocking the car back and forth when stationary, and during low speeds while driving. I went under the car and found the heatshield to be bent and rubbing against the exhaust. I bent it back up. 
Jan 2012 86000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Tennessee, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 31000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 31000 0 Shot wheel bearings. 
Sep 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 17000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 19000 0 The Moonroof wouldn't close, they replaced a deflector within the sunroof assembly.  Transmission is beginning to have issues, vehicle would over rev (go will into redline, 7000 RPM and a knocking and shudder is present) 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 30000 0 Defective jack. It was not discovered until I had a flat tire I had to change and the jack would not support the weight of the car, and bent as it was jacked up. Nissan replaced the jack, and it now functions. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2008 3000   First odometer entry
Dec 2010 41000 0 Weld broke on exhaust line connected to catalytic converter resulting in a grinding noise at slow speeds 
Mar 2011 42000 0 external thermostat readings off 
May 2011 48000 50 follow-up to previous submission. external thermostat ordered and replaced. dealer had part quickly, but took me awhile to get back to shop. 
Dec 2011 58000 233 Replaced front brake pads, machined front rotors, brake fluid flush 
Jan 2012 58000 50 experiencing rpm fluctuation while at idle. did software update, which only briefly solved problem, next step is I'm going to do a direct injection cleaning service 
Dec 2012 70000 15 Top rubber radiator mounts were dry and worn. Replaced myself. 
Mar 2013 73000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 47000 230 Car was not accelerating until speed got up over 10 mph. VDC light had also come on several times in the prior week. Dealer replaced a switch (related to braking system?) which fixed the problem. 
Jul 2011 55000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Nissan Rogue 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD

Nissan Rogue in Indiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 0 A/C stopped working, pressure sensor was at fault and replaced under warranty 
Apr 2011 50000 400 Front rotors and brake pads were replaced.  
Dec 2011 64000 0 New serpentine belt, new gas cap, new cabin air filter. CEL is on and code is massive fuel system air leak, have yet to diagnose 
Jan 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2011 40000   First odometer entry
Apr 2011 41000 105 The wireless remote key stopped working and it wasn't a battery problem. 

 

Nissan Rogue in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2008 8000 0 Strange noise coming when driving forward, isolated to the Transfer Case and the CVT, ordered new Transfer Case to be installed. 
Jul 2008 10000 0 Still have not fixed issue, despite transfer case replacement. 
Aug 2008 11000 0 Entire transmission replaced. 
Mar 2011 73000 69 Sunroof was not closing automatically. Required manual close. Reloaded software. Appears to be working. 
Jun 2011 79000 0 SES light was on; car required work on emission valves and replacement of gas cap. 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 6000   First odometer entry
Mar 2011 49000 0 SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AFTER RESETTING IT. TURNED OUT TO BE AN EMISSION VALVE PART COVERED UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. 
Mar 2013 72000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2008 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2011 26500 0 Drivers door handle failed, could not be opened from outside. Cable assembly inside door was found to have not been assembled correctly at factory, assembled correctly at dealership.  Once again the driver's door handle failed. The dealership stated as before that the cable had come off the track (this was originally blamed on the factory assembly). This time they made no attempt at explaining why this has happened. It is worki 
Dec 2011 33000 0 Exterior driver door handle failure. Car get wet, temp drops below freezing, latch release comes undone. Dealer "fixed" twice last year, agreed to replace mechanism this time. I don't know yet if this will solve the problem. 
Sep 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 4000   First odometer entry
May 2008 8000 0 Rattling noise from exhaust at mid-rpm, turned out to be loose guard, weld had broken, they secured with hose clamps. 
Aug 2012 51000 0 Heat shield near transmission was loose and was causing sharp rattling sound intermittently. Dealer removed guard, claimed no impact to surrounding components 
Feb 2013 62000 0 engine shudders asking for cruise power at about 35mph - also idles low sometimes and stalls if put in gear < 30 sec after cold start 

 

Nissan Rogue in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 1240 0 Premature wear on drivers leather seat surface. 
Aug 2008 7440 0 Famous CVT rattle. Dealer and Nissan Canada are aware of problem and are working on a fix 
Dec 2008 11160 0 Seat surface was replaced. CVT rattle, CVT was replaced. 
Feb 2009 13020 0 Rear end made clunking noise. Diagnosed as bad shocks. Parts are on back order 
Mar 2009 13640 0 CVT started rattling again. Replaced CVT for the second time. I am now on mthe 3rd CVT New shocks installed. 
Mar 2010 27280 0 Replaced leather seat patch due to wear. After 3th transmission was installed, when idling in D or R there appears to be a new noise which is hard to describe. Dealer acknowledges noise, but at this time can't locate. New appointment to be scheduled. 
Apr 2010 27280 0 Alternator making excessive noise when idling. Parts are on back order 
Sep 2010 33480 0 excessive noise, thought to be alternator. Now diagnosed as AC compressor clutch assembly. Parts ordered and to be installed October 
Oct 2010 34720 0 Excessive noise AC compressor, even without AC on. Replaced AC compressor unit. Noise appears to be gone or at least less than before repair. 
Sep 2011 48980 390 At 72000km only 17% remaining rear brakes. ( 30% front). Decided at 79000 to replace rear brakes. Not sure how much was remaining,but rather safe than sorry. 
May 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 60760   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 66540 559 Replaced cracked serpentine belt Replaced front, diver side wheel bearing 
Mar 2013 73160   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 3100 0 Rubber boot had come loose and was hanging on driveshaft causing a very loud noise when driving vehicle. 
Aug 2010 32240 0 Fuel gauge not reading full after gas fill up. Replaced fuel level sending unit. Fuel gauge still not reading correctly. Stays at full even after 1/4 tank used and smell of gas after driving. Replaced fuel sub sending unit. Reinstalled metal clamp on unit to clear gas smell. Rattling noise from transmission when de-celerating. 
Dec 2010 34720 0 Fuel gauge not reading accurately between full tank and 1/4 tank. Tested both main and sub sending units. Both units tested normal so no repair was done. 
Feb 2011 35940 0 Driver's door would not open with outside handle. Inner door panel was removed and cable was re-attached to door latch assembly. 
Jul 2012 48340 78 Steering wheel made a creaking sound when turning at low speeds 
Mar 2013 53940   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2011 33000   First odometer entry
Aug 2012 58000 120 Emission Control Valve failed. Replaced unit, takes only a few minutes, just twist and disconnect electrical plug. 
Mar 2013 74000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2007 2000 0 AC does not automatically come on in the Defrost mode. It does, however, come on when moving the selector back to the floor output. Dealer agrees something is wrong, but does not know what to do about it yet. They hope to have an answer when I return f 
Feb 2008 3000 0 AC does not automatically come on in defrost mode. It does, however, come one when air is redirected back to the floor vents. Metallic rattle (constant) in rear hatch area. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2008 3000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 36000 120 2 oxygen sensors. Diagnostics run, reset computer and engine light, door handle recall repair. Wheel bearings replaced both front wheels.  
Sep 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 26700 0 Experienced a grinding/popping noise from the transmission at low speeds. Reprogrammed both Transmission and Engine Control Modules (TCM and ECM) per Nissan recall notice. 
Mar 2013 37000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ohio, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 65000   First odometer entry
Jun 2011 89000 300 Front brakes replaced at 80k miles. Y 
Jan 2012 110300 325 Rear passenger shock was leaking, so both rear shocks were replaced on 1/12/12 
Jun 2012 125000 245 CV boot cracked 

 

Nissan Rogue in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2008 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2009 12000 0 Rear Diff replaced for knocking noise during reverse. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Arizona, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2011 106000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 107000 300 Bad wheel speed sensor caused intermittent vehicle dynamic control skid light to come on 
Mar 2013 114000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 50000 150 heat shield clamp replaced 
Nov 2012 68000 1200 brake caliper pin broken upper control arm broken 
Mar 2013 68000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Vermont, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2008 3000   First odometer entry
May 2008 4000 130 1. Bluetooth microphone not working - replaced- $0 2. Tire pressure monitoring system light - still not fixed properly - $0 3. Paint scratches easily - bought bumper cover - $130 
Jun 2008 5000 98 Tire Pressure Monitoring light comes on after car has been driven about 30 minutes at highway speed 
Jul 2008 7000 0 Replaced tire pressure monitoring device Paint on side of car below door abraded by road grime. Painted with owner's paint and chip guard. 
Jan 2009 14000 0 Tire Pressure Monitoring Light comes on after car is driven for about an hour - Seems to be registering increased air pressure from warm tires because pressure is at about 36 pounds for all tires. This is despite change to snow tires.  
Sep 2009 25000 0 Bluetooth microphone produced too much noise and those I called could not understand what I was saying using the dashboard bluetooth. Shop reset system and advised to turn down volume on calls (though this did not seem to be problem). 
Oct 2011 56700 0 Canister that holds exhaust gases before returning to engine for burning, seems to have sticking valve cover. Was lubricated and idiot light went out for short time, but is now back and seems to need replacement. Problem with emissions canister resolved 
Sep 2012 68000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Nova Scotia, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2010 45880   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 47740 0 fuel sending unit broke 4 times front wheels bearing was replace 2 times 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Michigan, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 2000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 3000 0 12V outlet loose. It just came out; will take back to dealer Saturday. 
Jan 2009 4000 0 12V outlet in IP was loose, will come out of IP when unplugging cell phone car charger. 
Nov 2009 10700 0 Oil consumption test was negative; no issue. 
Sep 2011 18000 0 CVT rattle - replaced under warranty 
Mar 2013 19000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 11000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 12000 0 Manufacturer defect from time of purchase. Faught with Nissan for 8 months until I received acknoledgement of the problem and CVT replaced. Nissan has poor customer service. See google or go to their NICO forum. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in North Dakota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2008 1000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 8000 0 Replaced CVT at insistance of Nissan. They claimed that Rogues within a certain VIN range have been showing signs of the same problem--a "clicking" sound at slow speeds. I think they are trying to avoid a recall, but they did us good! 
Mar 2013 58000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Oklahoma, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 18000 50 (Had windshield wipers replaced and) latch for locking backseat backrest on drivers side was rattling. Dealer had to order new locking/latch mechanism 
Feb 2011 31700 80 Passenger seat rattle when not occupied 
Oct 2011 41000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 1860   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 27900 0 NOISY TRANSMISSION 
Sep 2011 57040 450 RIGHT WHEEL BEARING 

 

Nissan Rogue in Idaho, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 4000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 8000 0 Replaced fuel tank level sensor. The fuel gauge would not read full when filled at gas station. 
Jan 2009 8000 0 Same fuel gauge problem came back. Dealer has replaced all parts, still can't figure out why fuel gauge does not read full after tank is topped off. Nissan is sending a regional tech expert to assess problem. 
Feb 2011 30000 0 Button on drivers side door handle would not unlock the door. Car has keyless entry system. 
Apr 2011 33000 0 Replaced faulty fuel tank level sensors (2nd time replaced) 
Jun 2011 36000 0 Door handle lock button stopped working, shop ordered new door handle. Handle on backorder still waiting for work to be done. 
Aug 2011 37000 0 Door handle ordered and replaced. Old Service Manager never ordered the part, and when asked, lied about it being on backorder. New Service Manager ordered part and had it replaced in a week. 
Oct 2012 48000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Puerto Rico
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 22000   First odometer entry
Jul 2009 23000 0 When the car was backing, a strong loud noise occured 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2008 5000   First odometer entry
Feb 2009 15000 0 Door handle repaired. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2008 3000   First odometer entry
Sep 2009 119000 1050 mass flow sensor replaced due to corrosion Fuel system sensor 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Iowa, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jul 2008 2000 0 Intelligent key wouldn't lock doors. 
Sep 2010 8000 0 There was a problem with the Intellikey. Took three times to the dealer before they got it straightened out. Had to have it towed because the ignition was completely dead. Replaced and reprogrammed computer. 
Mar 2011 10000 0 key fob wouldn't work. 
Oct 2011 11000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 23500 0 rear window defrost was not working and the window was replaced 
Aug 2010 32000 0 Left rear shock discovered to be leaking. 
Sep 2010 32000 0 Left rear shock replaced. 
Jan 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Oregon, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2010 31000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 32000 0 CVT transmission stuck in high (6th) gear. Dealership had to order an entire new transmission. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 0   First odometer entry
Aug 2008 11780 0  
Jun 2009 26040 120 rattle 
Jan 2010 35720 200 windshield washer fluid pump 
Mar 2010 37820 100 gas cap perhaps faulty 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 8000   First odometer entry
Dec 2008 9000 57 CVT transmission was replaced on my 2008 Nissan Rogue AWD. Nissan has issued replacement with an updated transmission to Rogue owners complaining of grinding sounds and occassionaly lurching at low speeds.  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 7000   First odometer entry
Sep 2010 20000 0 It was the back seat latch that allows you to fold down the seat, When the seat was up it would rattle due to a faulty plastic piece. This was the second time I replaced it. 
Apr 2011 25000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 10000 0 Transmission/transaxle failed. 
May 2009 16000 0 Transmission failed again. Original Transmission failed at 7,000 miles, replaced. Failed again at 15,000 miles, replaced again. 
Jun 2009 18000 0 trans replaced 
Jan 2010 24000 0 another transmission issue. Poor shifting, NOT shifting causing high gear during low speeds causing valvetrain rattling 

 

Nissan Rogue in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 2000   First odometer entry
Sep 2008 3000 0 Replaced heater fan blower which had a failed bearing. Needed to replace faulty fuel gauge sender unit, but Nissan shipped the wrong part for this repair. Need to schedule another repair trip to get correct part installed. 
Oct 2008 3000 0 Returned to shop for installation of the correct part numbers. Problem (incorrect reading fuel gauge) seems to be fixed. 
Mar 2009 5000 0 Passenger Airbag OFF light comes on intermittently. Not sure if that is actually indicating that the Pass. airbag is disabled when the telltale is on. Dealer unable to replicate. Issue does not involve any cushions, backrests, or other stuff on the ... All directional signals and the hazard flashers stopped working for a couple of days. Then, completely on their own, they started working again. Dealer was unable to find any faults in the electrical system. 
Dec 2009 12000 290 Fog Light (Left side) shattered. No idea how it happened. No sign of getting hit by a rock. 
Jan 2010 12000 35 Grinding noise from CVT Left front fender liner cracked and a piece fell off. 

 

Nissan Rogue in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2008 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2010 12400 0 No real problem. I took the car in for an oil change and they informed me of the tranmission recall that needed to be done. 
Mar 2013 57660   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Rogue in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 30000 0 ABS Sensor causing the AWD light to come on. Replaced sensor. Working now. 
Apr 2011 39000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2008 Nissan Rogue 4-door

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Nissan Rogue in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2007 0   First odometer entry
Mar 2010 30000 0 Check engine light came on. Evaporator valve had to be replaced 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 1000   First odometer entry
Nov 2007 2000 0 The warning light for the passenger airbag is off was coming on and staying on for over 5 min. even though an adult of 110 pounds was properly seated in the area. After tech did nothing but a systems check, the problem appeared to correct itself. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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