2021 Nissan Rogue Sport

The Jatco CVT8 transmission exhibits shuddering during light acceleration, hesitation when pulling away from stops, and a general lack of responsiveness. Some owners report a rubber-band effect where engine RPM climbs but the vehicle does not accelerate proportionally. The issues tend to worsen as the vehicle accumulates mileage.

Have the CVT fluid drained and refilled with Nissan NS-3 CVT fluid and request a TCM software update per TSB NTB14-012. If shuddering persists, the valve body may need replacement. Nissan extended the CVT warranty on certain models to 10 years/120,000 miles. Complete CVT replacement is the final option.

The front brake rotors warp prematurely, causing pulsation in the brake pedal and steering wheel vibration during braking. Some owners experience this issue as early as 15,000-20,000 miles. The thin factory rotors are susceptible to heat-related warping, especially in stop-and-go driving or hilly terrain.

Resurface or replace the front brake rotors and brake pads. Opt for higher-quality aftermarket rotors with better heat dissipation characteristics. Proper brake bed-in procedure after installation helps prevent recurrence. Avoid riding the brakes on long downhill grades.

The NissanConnect infotainment system is prone to freezing, becoming unresponsive, or rebooting while driving. The touchscreen may go black, navigation may lose GPS signal, and Bluetooth connectivity drops frequently. Some owners report the backup camera feed failing to display when the system is malfunctioning.

Perform a hard reset of the infotainment system by holding the power button for 10 seconds. Have the dealer check for and install the latest infotainment software update. If problems persist, the infotainment head unit may need replacement. TSB NTB19-011 addresses certain display and connectivity issues.

The forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking system can activate unexpectedly when no obstacle is present, causing sudden hard braking at highway speeds. False activations are more common in situations with overhead signs, shadows, or curves. This creates a serious rear-end collision risk.

Have the dealer recalibrate the front radar sensor and update the AEB control module software. TSB NTB18-048 and related bulletins address false AEB activation. If the radar sensor is misaligned, realignment may resolve the issue. In severe cases, the radar sensor assembly may need replacement.

Owners report excessive road noise transmitted through the cabin, particularly at highway speeds. The noise originates from the thin door seals, minimal sound deadening material, and the wheel well area. Wind noise around the A-pillar and side mirrors also contributes to a loud cabin experience.

Install additional sound deadening material in the doors, wheel wells, and floor areas. Replace or add secondary door seals. Switching to a quieter touring-focused tire can reduce road noise. These are aftermarket modifications as there is no Nissan TSB or recall addressing noise concerns.

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Rogue and 2017-2022 Rogue Sport vehicles equipped with a jackknife style ignition key. The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.

Driver contact with a key in the collapsed position could inadvertently shut off the vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the vehicle shuts off while driving, the air bags may not deploy in a crash as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed March 29, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue Sport vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, reducing the protection offered to an installed child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

A seat belt retractor that does not function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt and as necessary both outer rear seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is RT049 & RT050.

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue Sport vehicles. The liftgate hinges can separate from the vehicle during a rear end crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

Separated hinges compromise the protection offered by the liftgate, increasing the risk of injury.

Dealers will replace the left and right liftgate hinges, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A7.