2019 Nissan Rogue: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2019 Nissan Rogue? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 321 complaints, with Brake System as the top reported area.
2019 Nissan Rogue Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2019 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. 4 trims analysed.
2019 Nissan Rogue Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2019 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 2019 Nissan Rogue has 321 owner complaints, 27 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Brake System. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Rogue
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 321
- Crash-related complaints
- 27
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Brake System
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 33
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 31 / 34
- 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 2019 Nissan Rogue Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Brake System
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Brake System, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2019 Nissan Rogue?
The 2019 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 2019 Nissan Rogue
Inspection Focus
- Inspect brake system and forward collision avoidance functionality.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake, AEB, and electrical components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect brake system and forward collision avoidance functionality.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake, AEB, and electrical components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2019 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
Complaints for the 2019 Nissan Rogue are concentrated in the brake system and forward collision avoidance systems, with a notable number of electrical and transmission issues reported. Crash-related complaints are present but represent a small fraction of total reports.
- Brake system complaints account for the largest share of reported issues.
- Forward collision avoidance (AEB) is the second most common complaint component.
- Electrical faults and transmission/drivetrain issues are also frequently reported.
- Brake System
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
- Electrical Faults
All 2019 Nissan Rogue Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Nissan Rogue. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake System | 124 | 11 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 97 | 7 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 56 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 54 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 21 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 21 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 17 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 7 | 5 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 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 2019 Nissan Rogue. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The seat has been repaired at a Nissan two or three times and still the motor on the seat just stops working so it will not go forward or backward. Regarding the auto braking system, the camera or car will seem something in front of me and will auto brake, a hard brake, but there…
While driving on the highway, when I attempted to break the car did not stop. The warning lights came on and the vehicle hesitated but still would not stop. I then had to swerve the best I could to the right, but my car still hit the corner of the car in front. This is the third …
Driver side door will not open when interior level is pulled, button is depressed, or the black toggle button behind the handle will not allow the door to open at all. This is very scary!!! Car is parked position, vehicle is turned off. Door wont open even if you try to push …
There are two issues with my 2019 Nissan Rogue - 1. Parasitic drain - Battery dies if the car isn’t operated for 5 days. 2- Door Lock Actuator - Door Lock Actuator on the driver side door has failed and doesn’t work through the remote. A key has to be inserted in the car or manua…
While driving the automatic brake stopped the car while turning in a curve. However in another incident I was cut off and brakes did not automatically stop. The brakes works when they want too. Not reliable or safe. Separately, the steering wheel randomly squeaks while turning.…
Driving and smelled a strong odor of burning rubber and engine started to make a strange noise, causing engine to stop then hesitate and jump .
Vehicle randomly (twice in past 5 weeks) stops while driving. Fortunately it was on side roads with no vehicles close behind me. There is supposed to be a software update that is free of charge per (TSB NTB19-033G). But my local nissan dealerships won't do that without a full ser…
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle started lurching forward and hesitating as if the vehicle would shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the failure could not…
IN THE PAST MONTH THE CAR AUTOMATIC BRAKING HAS STOPPED THE CAR WHILE IN TRAFFIC 3 TIMES. FORTUNATELY IT HAPPENED ON SIDE ROADS TRAVELING AT 35 TO 40 MPH. I CHECKED THE EMBLEM AND WINDSHIELD CAMERA FOR DEBRIS THAT MIGHT BE COVERING THOSE AREAS AND THEY WERE GENERALLY CLEAN AND DI…
The factory-installed roof rails on my 2019 Nissan Rogue are severely corroding and structurally deteriorating. The metal is visibly oxidizing, flaking, and breaking apart. Portions of the roof rail appear to be separating and losing structural integrity. This corrosion is occurr…
Summary of the Problem: The passenger side front (left passenger) door lock actuator on my 2019 Nissan Rogue has failed for the second time. This is a repeat failure of the same component, which was previously replaced approximately four years ago. The lock intermittently fails …
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that there was a slight hesitation while depressing the accelerator pedal, with the ABS warning light intermittently flashing on the instrument panel. The contact stated that while accelerating up an incline, the hesitation…
Driver’s side door no longer locks and unlocks without physical use of the manual key. Car did not experience damage. The locking actuator stopped working randomly and has not worked, resulting in the car being unknowingly unlocked and subsequently broken into.
My car has about 61,000 miles and gas been properly maintained with routine oil changes and such. At around 60,000 miles the car started jerking up on the freeway when I was driving at 20mph due to traffic. The accelerator would also jump up from 1 to 2 quickly. The issue became …
The door Actuators on both sides of car do not work properly when you press the lock button on the remote the doors don't lock the actuator prevents locks from opening and closing the doors thus, you think your vehicle is locked but it isn't locked. The trunk closes immediately …
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that there was a burn hole on the front passenger’s side head restraint. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not cont…
The car will lock while the key is inside. It also has a security issue that would prevent the car from starting if you lock the doors when you are inside and shut the engine off. Lastly now press lock and unlock will make the car beeps until you unlock it with the fob .
Brakes automatically stop car.
constant issue with key fob not registering to car even after replacement of battery from dealership, now my car is not allowing me to lock the front passenger and driver side doors with any buttons but will still set alarm. when backing up my car will stop automatically even whe…
This system will activate on its own with no warning
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Nissan Rogue.
2019 Nissan Rogue Recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Nissan Rogue. 3 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.
2019 Nissan Rogue Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Nissan Rogue reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 321 owner complaints, 27 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2019 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 2019 Nissan Rogue?▾
#1: Brake System (124 complaints). #2: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (97 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (56 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Nissan Rogue?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Nissan Rogue?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Nissan Rogue, NHTSA complaints include 27 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 321 total complaints. 28 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Nissan Rogue. A major recall area is BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. 3 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 2019 Nissan Rogue?▾
The 2019 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 Brake System 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.