2008 Nissan Rogue problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 54 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Nissan Rogue, most often about airbags. There are 2 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
54
Recalls
2
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Injuries
1
Median mileage
85,000 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Airbags is the most-reported problem area, named in 29 of 54 complaints (54%).
  • Electrical System (11) and transmission & drivetrain (9) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 85,000 mi.
  • Owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury.
  • The 2008 Nissan Rogue has 2 recalls on file.
  • It ranks 18th of 19 Nissan Rogue model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).

2008 Nissan Rogue problems by category

  • Airbags · 1 crash
    29 complaints
  • Electrical System
    11 complaints
  • Other / Unknown
    10 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    9 complaints
  • Engine
    6 complaints
  • Steering
    6 complaints
  • Suspension
    5 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    5 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    4 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    4 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    2 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    2 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Air bags29
Electrical system10
Unknown or other10
Power train9
Engine6
Steering6
Fuel/propulsion system4
Suspension4

When problems happen (mileage)

Under 10k10k–30k630k–60k960k–100k5100k–150k5150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2008 Nissan Rogue complaints that list mileage.

2008 Nissan Rogue recalls (2)

  • Recall 15V032000Jan 26, 2015468,815 vehicles
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Nissan Rogue vehicles manufactured March 7, 2007, to November 26, 2013, and 2014 Nissan Rogue Select vehicles manufactured September 23, 2013, to July 2, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience an electrical short in the harness connector due to a mixture of snow/water and salt seeping through the carpet on the driver side floor near the harness connector.

    Risk: An electrical short can cause a vehicle fire.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the kick panel wiring harness connector and will if necessary install a new harness connector and waterproof seal, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

  • Recall 10V401000Sep 10, 20107,948 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.

    Risk: Overheated batteries could result in a fire.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 16, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Recent 2008 Nissan Rogue complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Jun 15, 2026WAAirbags
    I have a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The air bag light came on, blinking red around 3 weeks ago. It has been red blinking continuously whenever the vehicle is on since then. I brought the car to my local auto repair shop to check it. They hooked up to it and discovered the issue. They said the code was B1018 (OCS), air bag... They gave me a recall notice that detailed the issue, and said that the dealership would repair this for free. The NHTSA #/Campaign ID# says it includes B8242…
    NHTSA complaint #11744247 · source
  2. Filed Apr 25, 2026TXEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    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 declared total loss and sold for salvage at $400. Nissan Technical Service Bulletin NTB14-002b acknowledges this identical failure chain in 2008-2012 Rogues and prescribes a supplemental cooler kit…
    NHTSA complaint #11733740 · source
  3. Filed Oct 6, 2025CAAirbags
    A light on my car's dashboard started flashing, indicating a problem with the airbag. This started after two days of not driving.
    NHTSA complaint #11691686 · source
  4. Filed Oct 3, 202580,000 miTXTowedAirbagsSeats & Seat Belts
    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 with her parents, it was determined that the tires were intact, and the abnormal sound came from the side air bag deploying unintendedly. Additionally, the seat belt seized. The vehicle was towed to…
    NHTSA complaint #11691182 · source
  5. Filed Jan 10, 2025112,851 miNYAirbags
    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 offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V521000(AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced that same…
    NHTSA complaint #11635191 · source
  6. Filed Aug 8, 2024NJAcceleration & Cruise Control
    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.
    NHTSA complaint #11607263 · source
  7. Filed Feb 29, 202495,000 miNJAirbagsSteering
    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 failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The contact was informed that the VIN was not…
    NHTSA complaint #11574643 · source
  8. Filed Jan 26, 202470,000 miNJAirbagsElectrical System
    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. The contact stated that he connected an OBD reader to the vehicle and retrieved diagnostic codes that indicated that the passenger occupant sensor unit had failed. The dealer was notified of the…
    NHTSA complaint #11567996 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology