2015 Nissan Rogue Problems

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 70,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• Drive it from cold if you can. Shifts should be smooth in every gear, including reverse.
• Feel for slipping (revs rise without the car speeding up), shudder at low speed and a delay when you put it in gear.
• Listen for whining, which is a common CVT complaint, and clunks when you go from drive to reverse.
• If it has 4WD or AWD, engage it on the test drive and ask when the transmission and differential fluids were last changed.

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What owners said

I acquired a 2015 Nissan Rogue, but it seems the transmission has failed. Interestingly, the transmission is identified as a 2014 model within the 2015 vehicle. I reached out to the dealership for clarification on whether the transmission had been replaced, but I received no assistance. Discussions in a Nissan forum reveal that this…Owner complaint, filed 2026

The contact's daughter owns a 2015 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 40, 45 MPH, the vehicle began making a whining sound. The "4WD Failure" message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 130,000 miles

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 40,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• The air bag (SRS) light should come on at startup and go out within a few seconds. If it stays on, the system may not work in a crash.
• Air bag recalls are some of the most serious. Check this exact VIN for open recalls and get proof any recall work was done.

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What owners said

The passenger airbag is not activated. I bought car 6/11/26 and I don’t believe there was a problem or I did not notice it. I saw online that there was an airbag problem recall in the past.Owner complaint, filed 2026

Recently bought this car used with about 105,000 miles and I noticed that the air bag light comes on and stays on. Previous owner said it had always been an issue, but he was told that it would cost over $5000 to fix. He declined the repair. Since I bought it used I took it to the Nissan dealership for a diagnostic and complete lookover.…Owner complaint, filed 2026

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 42,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• Test every switch: windows, locks, mirrors, seat heaters, the screen, the backup camera, Bluetooth and every USB port.
• Watch the dash at startup. Every warning light should come on briefly and then go out.
• Have the battery and charging system tested. A weak alternator or battery drain shows up here.

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What owners said

I am reporting a severe safety hazard and failure of a critical safety remedy on my 2015 Nissan Rogue. Over a 23-day period, a Faulkner Nissan, a certified Nissan dealer mismanaged a severe water intrusion defect. On April 28, 2026 (102,965 miles), I was charged $1,228.67 out-of-pocket for recall-related burnt and shorted harness…Owner complaint, filed 2026

2015 Nissan Rogue was off and parked for 20 minutes when it went up in flames. There was a recall of 2014-2016 Rogues for electrical issues that could lead to fire, but my car was NOT recalled.Owner complaint, filed 2026

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 39,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• Ask the seller not to warm the car up, and start it cold. Listen for ticking, knocking or a rough idle in the first minute.
• Pull the oil dipstick and the oil cap. Low oil, a gasoline smell or a milky film on the cap are reasons to walk away or get an inspection.
• Plug in an OBD2 scanner. Stored or pending codes matter, and so do readiness monitors that show "not ready", which usually means the codes were cleared right before the sale.
• Ask for oil change records. A gap in the records on a model known for engine complaints is a negotiating point at minimum.

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What owners said

The transmission gave out while in the middle of driving on I-4. The safety of the driver and everyone in the highway was put at risk since the car stopped running out of nowhere in a high traffic area. The vehicle has been inspected by a mechanic. A warning symbol popped up as soon as it happened. It says chassis control system error.Owner complaint, filed 2024

I own a 2015 Nissan Rogue Select S. I purchased the vehicle with 35,000 miles on it in 2016, a year and 1 month after it was first manufactured. From the day I drove it off the lot, I noticed an issue, where if my car was in gear, and stopped in traffic or at a light, with the A/C running, the RPMs would drop significantly and cause a…Owner complaint, filed 2022

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 54,000 miles. Parts named most: Body (32).

What to check before you buy

• Look underneath with a flashlight. Utah road salt is hard on frames, brake lines and the bottoms of doors.
• Open and close every door, the hood and the liftgate, and lock and unlock each one.
• Use a paint thickness gauge and compare panels. A panel that reads very differently from the rest has likely been repaired.

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What owners said

I have a 2015 Nissan rogue select and the paint is peeling and chipping tremendously, on the driver side the paint is chipping so bad on the backseat door that half of the door is gray from missing paint!Owner complaint, filed 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed over a bump in the roadway, the vehicle shuddered and swayed to one side and made an abnormal clunking sound. The vehicle was pulled over into a parking lot and parked. A neighbor inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 98,000 miles

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 42,000 miles. Parts named most: Sun / moon roof assembly (7).

What to check before you buy

• Check every light: headlights on low and high, fog lights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights.
• Run the wipers on every speed with washer fluid, and run the defroster front and back.

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What owners said

The panoramic sunroof exploded while driving down the road. We almost crashed because it was so loud. It sounded like a gun shot. If the shade hadn’t been closed, we would have had glass rain down on our heads. I am contacting my insurance carrier today. There was no warning this would happen. The temperature at the time of incident was…Owner complaint, filed 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH and adjusting the rearview mirror, the mirror detached from the windshield. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that the mirror needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 44,502 miles

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 49,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• Pull out and latch every seat belt, and let each one retract on its own.
• Try every seat adjuster, and watch for a passenger air bag "off" light when an adult is in the seat.

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What owners said

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the front passenger's side seat belt locked up, preventing the passenger from using the seat belt. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the seat belt assembly failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired.…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 90,091 miles

my 2015 Rogue and the issue that I have been experiencing with my drivers seat loose/ rocking while driving. I've done research and was told this is a common issue with 2015 models. I feel this is a safety concern that it moves while driving especially for myself or other. When a seat moves it changes the pressure you use with the…Owner complaint, filed 2025

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 25,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• The pedal should feel firm and the car should stop straight without pulling, grinding or a pulsing pedal.
• The ABS and stability control lights should go out after startup and stay out.
• Look through the wheels at the rotors. A deep lip on the edge means brakes are due soon, which is a fair thing to negotiate on.

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What owners said

My caliper fell off about a month after purchasing. I acknowledge it was a used vehicle but it was a known problem in the past which I was told was fixed.Owner complaint, filed 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while approaching a stop light, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. When the contact accelerated the vehicle would not accelerate and suddenly the vehicle accelerated at high speed. The contact desperately pressed on the brake pedal, but the vehicle would…Owner complaint, filed 2023

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 62,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• On the test drive, press the gas gently and firmly. The response should be smooth with no lag or surge.
• Set the cruise control, then use resume and cancel to make sure each one works.

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What owners said

Issue occurs when driving around a 30 minute plus commute. When driving at an incline the vehicle fails to accelerate and reduces speeds rapidly changing from 65 mph to 40 mph. Rather scary to have cars flying by with lost of acceleration. There has been 3 incidents of this occurring.No accident occurred was able to pull over each time…Owner complaint, filed 2021

Takata recall, I was driving back from denver going west in i70. Tried to go over eisenhower pass and my car felt like it was stuck going uphill. It would not accelerate past 45mph even if I stepped all the way down on the gas pedal. After driving over the the pass, going downhill it seemed to have resolved. But now everytime I try to…Owner complaint, filed 2018, at 49,000 miles

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 62,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• Smell around the engine bay and under the rear of the car for raw fuel.
• On the test drive, accelerate firmly from a stop and up a grade. Stumbling, surging or a flashing check engine light are red flags.
• Fuel pump recalls are common. Check this exact VIN for open recalls before you buy.

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What owners said

Vehicle has stalled and would start but not accelerate after filling tank. The engine starts but hesitates then dies. This repeats for at least three times and then the vehicle starts and drives normal. This has occurred at least three times after filling fuel tank in the last year.Owner complaint, filed 2019, at 60,100 miles

The contact owns a 2015 nissan rogue. While driving 25 MPH, the contact felt hot air entering the cabin of the vehicle from the air vents. The contact also heard a gas release and an abnormal noise. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was an…Owner complaint, filed 2019, at 40,000 miles

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 70,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• Drive over a few bumps and potholes slowly with the radio off and listen for clunks or rattles.
• Check the tires for uneven wear on the inside or outside edges, a sign of alignment or suspension trouble.
• Look behind the wheels for oily, wet shocks or struts.

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What owners said

On 4/14/26 my local Nissan dealership technician discovered that my rear lower control arm is severely corroded, with a hole rusted completely through the structural metal (see attached dealer photo). The technician flagged this as a critical safety risk. While Nissan previously issued a service campaign (P9324) and a 10-year warranty…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 128,987 miles

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 5-10 MPH on a flat road surface, the contact noticed an abnormal shift in the rear suspension. The contact parked the vehicle. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the passenger's side rear wheel had shifted inward. The contact turned on the hazard…Owner complaint, filed 2024, at 84,000 miles

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 28,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

• Turn the wheel lock to lock while parked and listen for groaning, clicking or binding.
• On a straight road the car should track straight with the wheel centered and no loose feeling.
• A power steering warning on the dash, even briefly, deserves a mechanic’s look before you buy.

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What owners said

After noticing my front tires are wearing on the outside much quicker thank n the rear tires, and I rotate them with every oil change, I noticed a clicking in the steering when making a hard left turn. My mechanic told me it's an issue with the steering rack and I saw that Nissan is looking into this and may issue a recall. So I wanted…Owner complaint, filed 2025

Steering wheel makes a squeaking or rubbing noise when turning steering wheel. Sound is very noticeable when at low speeds.Owner complaint, filed 2019, at 40,000 miles

What to check before you buy

• Read the four-digit DOT date on each tire. Tires older than about six years should be replaced, whatever the tread looks like.
• Check tread depth on all four. On AWD vehicles all four tires should match.
• The tire pressure light should go out after startup.

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What owners said

I have bridgestone ecopia h/l 422 plus tires (run flat) on my 2015 nissan rogue. At 21,696 miles all 4 tires needed to be replaced due to excessive wear. Because this seemed odd, I called bridgestone and the tires are not under warranty because they are made specifically for nissan. Nissan does not guarantee the tires. It seems that…Owner complaint, filed 2017, at 27,396 miles

I purchased a 2015 nissan rogue april 2015 and my tires are now treaded down and I had passage side back tire blow out on the high way on 6/3/17 . Mileage 16,400.00 . How long your brand tire last and how can I report a tires problem? Tire # p215-70r16Owner complaint, filed 2017, at 19,001 miles

What to check before you buy

• Where it is safe, try the adaptive cruise and lane keeping on the test drive and watch for sudden braking or warnings with nothing there.
• Check the windshield in front of the camera and the bumper sensors for cracks, chips or poor repairs.
• Ask whether the windshield has been replaced. The camera has to be recalibrated afterward, and many shops skip it.

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What owners said

It started when I purchased it in February 2025 Mileage was 99200 I noticed the seatbelt warning signs didn’t ding if I didn’t have my seatbelt on. And the sunroof not only was leaking but it is coming apart where it is held in place I’m afraid it will suddenly come down and strike me without notice while driving. Theee days ago I…Owner complaint, filed 2025

2015 nissan rogue. Consumer writes in regards to power steering failure, blind spot detection failure, cracked windshield [VIN], front fender and hood paint issues and other vehicle problems. *smd the consumer also stated, the climate controls did not work, and heat barely came out of the vents.Owner complaint, filed 2016, at 4,000 miles