2016 Nissan Rogue problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 539 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Nissan Rogue, filed between 2016-01-21 and 2026-09-08. The most common problem areas are the power train (176, 33%), electrical system (125, 23%) and engine (63, 12%). Owners reported 35 crashes, 3 fires, 36 injuries and 3 deaths in these complaints. NHTSA lists 7 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2016 Nissan Rogue complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 176 | 33% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 125 | 23% | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 86 | 16% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 63 | 12% | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Air bags | 61 | 11% | 19 | 0 | 25 |
| Structure | 30 | 6% | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 25 | 5% | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 23 | 4% | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 22 | 4% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 18 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 17 | 3% | 4 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 16 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 13 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 2% | 4 | 0 | 3 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Power train: 176 complaints
- 176 complaints of 539 (33%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 20 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Nissan Rogue covers this system.
Electrical system: 125 complaints
- 125 complaints of 539 (23%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 22 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 fires in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2016 Nissan Rogue; the latest, campaign 23V093000, says: “The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.”
Engine: 63 complaints
- 63 complaints of 539 (12%) name the engine.
- 22 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 3 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Nissan Rogue covers this system.
Air bags: 61 complaints
- 61 complaints of 539 (11%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 3 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 19 crashes and 25 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2016 Nissan Rogue; the latest, campaign 16V911000, says: “An incorrect Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have been installed in the front passenger seat.”
Structure: 30 complaints
- 30 complaints of 539 (6%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- 6 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2016 Nissan Rogue; the recall, campaign 16V219000, says: “In the affected vehicles, the rear lift gate support stays may corrode due to insufficient anti-corrosion treatment.”
Vehicle speed control: 25 complaints
- 25 complaints of 539 (5%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 14 of them also name the power train; owners reported 4 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2016 Nissan Rogue covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 60 |
| 2021 | 61 |
| 2022 | 110 |
| 2023 | 74 |
| 2024 | 35 |
| 2025 | 37 |
| 2026 | 19 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ROGUE, model year 2016. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2016 Nissan Rogue recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Rogue?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2016 Nissan Rogue's most common problem areas are the power train (176 of 539 complaints), electrical system (125 of 539 complaints) and engine (63 of 539 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2016 Nissan Rogue have?
NHTSA has 539 owner complaints on file for the 2016 Nissan Rogue, including 35 reported crashes and 3 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Nissan Rogue's problems?
NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2016 Nissan Rogue; 3 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.