2016 Nissan Rogue: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2016 Nissan Rogue? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 533 complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain as the top reported area.
2016 Nissan Rogue Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2016 Nissan Rogue trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
2016 Nissan Rogue Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2016 Nissan Rogue SUV FWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
16.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
16.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2016 Nissan Rogue has 533 owner complaints, 35 crash-related complaints, and 7 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Rogue
- Model year
- 2016
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 533
- Crash-related complaints
- 35
- Safety recall campaigns
- 7
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 28
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 26 / 32
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2016 Nissan Rogue Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2016 Nissan Rogue?
The 2016 Nissan Rogue shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2016 Nissan Rogue
Inspection Focus
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain for any signs of malfunction or previous repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and airbag system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain for any signs of malfunction or previous repairs.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical and airbag system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2016 Nissan Rogue, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
For the 2016 Nissan Rogue, NHTSA complaints are concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain and electrical systems, with a notable number of airbag-related reports. Crash-related complaints are relatively low compared to total complaints, but the data is consumer-submitted and may not reflect all issues.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints account for the largest share of total complaints.
- Electrical faults are the second most reported component.
- Airbag malfunctions represent a significant portion of complaints.
- Transmission / Drivetrain issues are the most frequently reported problem.
- Electrical Faults are a recurring theme in complaints.
- Airbag Malfunctions appear as a notable concern.
All 2016 Nissan Rogue Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Nissan Rogue. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 173 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 124 | — | 2 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 85 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 65 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 61 | 19 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 30 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 24 | 4 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 23 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 22 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 18 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 16 | 4 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 15 | 4 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Nissan Rogue. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
All 4 car doors lock and unlock and the trunk lock door (tries yo open) warning comes on
My vehicle is included in the correct year range and shows the same symptoms as NHTSA ID Number: 16V911000. The airbag light is also on and I am worried that it will not operate properly in an accident. I contacted the local Nissan Dealer and they said there were no recalls on th…
POWER LIFT GATE ACTUATORS HAVE FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES - SEEMS THEY ALWAYS STOP WORKING EVEN IF I RESET AND TROUBLESHOOT.
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power and decelerated and failed to properly accelerate. During the failure, the cruise control unexpectedly deactivated. After turning off and restarting th…
Rogue seems to hesitate when transmission changes gears
Both doors on the driver side have quit locking and sometimes unlock by themselves. This is scary.
The transmission was ….. violently shaking , jerking, hesitating and eventually completely stopped working . The dealer recommended another transmission. In the meantime, we saw that some tranmissions from this car had a recall and vouchers were out to used to fix it.
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the passenger’s side air bag warning illuminated even though the passenger’s side seat was not occupied and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to two dealers, where it was diagnos…
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the engine seized. In addition, when the gear shift lever was shifted to reverse(R), the v…
Following up on original report: 11628730. The ignition key can be removed while the vehicle is in Drive, creating a serious risk of unintended vehicle rollaway, which could result in property damage, injury, or death. This occurs every time the vehicle is in Drive. Follow-Up Re…
This complaint concerns a 2016 Nissan Rogue purchased from a used-vehicle dealership and involves safety-related defects present at or shortly after sale, raising concerns regarding inspection adequacy, disclosure accuracy, and systemic sales practices. Within days of purchase, …
My check engine light came on spring of 2025 and my Rogue was losing speed from 80mph to 50mph on the intersate with the RPM's shooting up to 5-6. On 5/30/2025, I paid $800 to get the intake manifold sensor replaced. A few months later in October of 2025, engine light came back o…
UNKNOW, please see attached documents.
Passenger side seat belt does not lock when doing the sharp pull test. Dealer wants $150 diagnostic fee to check it out. If there is an accident, the passenger may not be protected by the seat belt.
THERE IS NO BACK UP SOUND, OR ANY WARNING WHEN SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS NEAR ME WHEN I PUT IT IN REVERSE
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the dealer had performed a CVT transmission replacement under an unknown recall. The contact stated that after the repair, the AWD warning light was intermittently illuminated. The dealer was notified and informed the …
Within one month of purchase, the vehicle had been switching out of the Drive gear, and making an unusual noise. The check engine light, and many others appeared on the dashboard. I brought the vehicle to the dealership within the 1 month post purchase, (no warranty) and was to…
This is a supplemental complaint to NHTSA ID #11604939. On October 25, 2025, Passport Nissan in Alexandria, Virginia diagnosed my 2016 Nissan Rogue with fault code P17F1, which indicates a known CVT transmission failure. The technician documented drivability issues including hesi…
The contact's daughter owns a 2016 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the front passenger's side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front passenger's seat Occupant Classification System (OC…
The sunroom leaks in all 2016 rogue models and Nissan refuses to help out the customers who are affected by this. I’ve done my research and I’m not the only person who has had problems when trying to deal with Nissan directly
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Nissan Rogue.
2016 Nissan Rogue Recalls
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 Nissan Rogue. 7 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2016 Nissan Rogue Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2016 Nissan Rogue reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 533 owner complaints, 35 crash-related complaints, and 7 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2016 Nissan Rogue shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Rogue?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (173 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (124 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (85 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Nissan Rogue?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Nissan Rogue?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2016 Nissan Rogue, NHTSA complaints include 35 crash-related reports and 3 fire reports out of 533 total complaints. 36 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?▾
Yes. 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Nissan Rogue. A major recall area is SEATS. 7 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2016 Nissan Rogue?▾
The 2016 Nissan Rogue shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.