2008 NISSAN ROGUE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2008 Nissan Rogue. This model year has 428 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2008 Nissan Rogue Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Airbag Malfunctions
Unintended Acceleration
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Nissan Rogue. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 156 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 128 | 7 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 51 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 45 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 41 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 32 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 28 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 20 | 2 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 14 | — | 1 | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2008 Nissan Rogue. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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On February 6, 2025, while driving at highway speed, the lower radiator hose ruptured, causing complete coolant loss. The CVT transmission overheated, seized, and the engine was destroyed. Vehicle lost motive power at speed without warning. Repair estimate: $20,356.16. Vehicle de…
A light on my car's dashboard started flashing, indicating a problem with the airbag. This started after two days of not driving.
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving on Highway I-10 at 65 MPH, there was an extremely loud popping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact immediately pulled over, assuming there was a failure with the tire. Upon further investigation wi…
Air bag light flashing and tire pressure light stays on
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the driver's side air bag warning light continued to blink on and off. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure but no assistance was of…
AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE RPM WILL SKYROCKET AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD. WE HAVE TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND LET IT SIT FOR A FEW HOURS BEFORE IT DRIVES NORMALLY AGAIN. LATELY THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN BUCKING WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE.
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light was flashing off and on. Also, while turning the steering wheel in either direction, there was a creaking sound coming from the steering column. The cause of the f…
The contact's mother owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the front passenger's side air bag sensor warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the message "Passenger Air Bag Off" was displayed while the front passenger's seat was occupied. T…
3rd attempt to Nissan . I have a 2008 Nissan rogue with recalls that have not been repaired. Plate is [XXX]. This has caused the recall issue of the transmission to fail. The car runs but is not safe. They stated this should be repaired at no charge along with the other recalls.…
Unknown, ohio car, the sub frame is rusted through, can't even weld a plate to fix
My car has started leaking water onto the driver's side floorboard. I thought it might be from the sunroof and cleaned out the channels on both sides of the car. There was a recall years ago about a harness causing a problem with leaking water and possibly causing electrical pro…
horn on car this is second time it stopped working along with drivers seat won't adjust front and backwards and third time dealing with ball joints on both sides several dates 07/06/2020,12/03/2019,and now today 05/18/2023
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that a seat replacement was needed. The vehicle was not repa…
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the horn started blaring. The contact became aware that the instrument panel and steering wheel was on fire. The Fire Department was contacted and arrived and extinguished the fire. The co…
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. Additionally, the contact stated that the …
Problem 1: I always put my purse on the passenger seat, and the air bag deactivation light turns on on the dashboard. One day, I took the purse off yet the light did not turn off. Ever since then the airbag light has been on. The car has been fixed by Nissan since then for anoth…
After driving roughly two hours on highway in stop and go rush hour traffic, our 2008 Nissan Rogue lost its ability to accelerate and the RPM would go only slightly above 2000. There were no dashboard warning lights. We pulled over at a rest stop and turned off the engine for ten…
While driving to work passenger airbag light came on and wouldn't shut off, regardless of whether or not a person was sitting there, in addition the airbag warning light on the dash also came on. I took the car to an independent mechanic who told me it was an OCS issue (Code B101…
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that air bag warning light was flashing and illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The contact called an unknown local dealer. The vehicle was no…
1.Frame bracket has rusted out and dealer only sells whole frame. VERY EXPENSIVE *It is obviously an issue which has not been addressed but has been *noted on internet. (went after market to repair still at $775!) 2. Airbags system light now on and was on recall in the past. Dea…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Recalls for 2008 Nissan Rogue
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2008 Nissan Rogue. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2008 Nissan Rogue — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2008 Nissan Rogue reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2008 Nissan Rogue has 428 NHTSA owner complaints, 11 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (156 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Nissan Rogue?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (156 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (128 complaints). #3: Unintended Acceleration (51 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2008 Nissan Rogue?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2008 Nissan Rogue?▾
The 2008 Nissan Rogue has 11 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 428 total NHTSA complaints. 4 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2008 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2008 Nissan Rogue. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2008 Nissan Rogue?▾
The 2008 Nissan Rogue has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Rogue reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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