2016 NISSAN ROGUE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Nissan Rogue. This model year has 533 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2016 Nissan Rogue Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Nissan Rogue. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| 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.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Nissan Rogue. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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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…
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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.
Recalls for 2016 Nissan Rogue
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 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.
2016 Nissan Rogue — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Nissan Rogue reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2016 Nissan Rogue has 533 NHTSA owner complaints, 35 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (173 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
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?▾
The 2016 Nissan Rogue has 35 crash-related complaints and 3 fire reports out of 533 total NHTSA complaints. 36 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?▾
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Nissan Rogue. The largest issue: SEATS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 Nissan Rogue?▾
The 2016 Nissan Rogue has severe 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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