The 2022 Rogue represents Nissan's third-generation crossover with a new 1.5L turbo three-cylinder (VC-Turbo) that's been plagued by catastrophic internal engine failures, plus the carryover 2.5L four-cylinder. The turbo engine has shown severe reliability issues requiring complete rebuilds or replacements at shockingly low mileage.
1.5L VC-Turbo Catastrophic Engine Failure
Common · high severity
Typical onset: 30,000-70,000 mi
Symptoms: Knocking or ticking noise from engine that progressively worsens, Metal shavings in oil during routine changes, Sudden loss of power or complete engine seizure, Check engine light with multiple misfire codes, Excessive oil consumption between changes
Fix: Complete engine rebuild or short block replacement required. Failures trace to bearing clearance issues, piston ring problems, and connecting rod bearing wear. NHTSA recall PE23-015 addresses some cases but many fall outside scope. Expect 18-25 labor hours for short block replacement, 25-35 hours for complete rebuild.
Estimated cost: $8,500-15,000
CVT Transmission Oil Cooler Failure
Occasional · high severity
Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Transmission fluid leaking from cooler lines or radiator area, Transmission overheating warnings on dash, Sluggish acceleration or delayed engagement, Pink or milky transmission fluid indicating coolant cross-contamination
Fix: External oil cooler or internal radiator cooler replacement. If coolant mixes with CVT fluid, complete transmission flush and potential CVT replacement needed. Cooler replacement alone: 3-5 hours. If transmission contaminated: 8-12 hours for CVT R&R.
Symptoms: Fuel smell inside cabin or around vehicle, Check engine light with evaporative system codes (P0442, P0456), Fuel gauge reading incorrectly, Visible fuel leaks under vehicle near tank
Fix: Covered under NHTSA recalls 22V-841 and 23V-322 for fuel tank cracks causing leaks. Requires complete fuel tank replacement. 4-6 labor hours for tank drop, replacement, and system testing. Should be covered under recall but verify VIN eligibility.
Estimated cost: $0 (recall), $1,200-1,800 (if out of recall scope)
Transmission Mount Failure
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 50,000-90,000 mi
Symptoms: Clunking when shifting from Park to Drive or Reverse, Excessive vibration at idle, especially with AC on, Visible engine movement when accelerating or braking, Grinding or banging over bumps
Fix: Front transmission mount (engine side) deteriorates due to CVT vibration characteristics. Rubber separates from metal housing. Requires subframe support and mount replacement. 2-3 labor hours including alignment verification.
Estimated cost: $350-600
Backup Camera Display Failure
Occasional · low severity
Symptoms: Blank screen when shifting into Reverse, Intermittent camera display with distorted image, No rear parking sensor warnings despite obstacles, Display shows 'camera unavailable' message
Fix: Covered under recall 23V-264 for camera system software glitch. Most cases resolved with infotainment system software update (1 hour). Hardware failures require camera replacement (1.5-2 hours) or display module replacement (2-3 hours).
Symptoms: Rear center seat belt won't latch properly, Buckle release button sticks or doesn't release belt, Seat belt warning light stays on with belt fastened, Visible damage or deformation of buckle mechanism
Fix: Recall 22V-955 addresses defective rear center seat belt buckles that may not latch. Requires buckle assembly replacement. 0.5-1.0 labor hour. Should be covered under recall.
Estimated cost: $0 (recall), $150-250 (if out of scope)
Owner tips
If purchasing a 1.5L turbo model, demand complete engine inspection with borescope and oil analysis—walk away from any engine noise
CVT fluid should be changed every 50,000 miles despite 'lifetime fill' claims—use only Nissan NS-3 fluid
Check VIN against all open recalls before purchase; fuel tank and engine recalls are critical safety items
2.5L four-cylinder models are significantly more reliable than the 1.5L turbo—worth seeking out
Extended warranty is essential if buying 1.5L turbo model; engines are failing well before powertrain warranty expires
Avoid the 1.5L turbo at all costs—catastrophic engine failures make it a financial time bomb; the 2.5L is acceptable but still carries Nissan CVT risk that demands religious fluid maintenance.
AI-assisted summary drawn from NHTSA recall data, our labor-times database, and platform knowledge. Not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on a specific vehicle.
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL · 25V437000
2025-06-27
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Consequence: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · 22V772000
2022-10-13
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Titan, Titan XD, Frontier, and 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system may continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The IVI software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The rear seat belts for the left-hand and right-hand rear seats may not retract properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 209, "Seatbelt Assemblies."
Consequence: Seat belts that do not retract properly may be difficult to operate, preventing their usage, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC915.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Rogue vehicles. The fuel tank may have been punctured when vehicle modifications were performed.
Consequence: A hole in the fuel tank could leak, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC912.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 22V527000
2022-07-21
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, an area on the bottom wall of the fuel tank may be too thin.
Consequence: Road debris may puncture the thin fuel tank wall, causing a gas leak and increasing the risk of a fire. In addition, the fuel tank may not perform as expected during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly and install a new lock ring, gasket, and o-ring seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC887.
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