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2017 Nissan Rogue Sport problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport sits mid-pack among Rogue Sport years: 96 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 87, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across transmission (23), engine (22), and electrical system (13), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

96

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

8

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2017 compare to other Rogue Sport years?

Rogue Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted148 complaints2017: 96 complaints2018: 130 complaints2019: 148 complaints2020: 78 complaints2021: 59 complaints2022: 17 complaints
Rogue Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission2324%
Engine2223%
Electrical System1314%
Other1213%
Speed Control55%
Airbags55%
Fuel System55%
Driver Assistance44%
Brakes33%
Visibility & Wipers11%
Lighting11%
Suspension11%
Tires & Wheels11%

Does the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V093000Electrical SystemFebruary 16, 2023 · 712,458 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Rogue and 2017-2022 Rogue Sport vehicles equipped with a jackknife style ignition key. The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.

Consequence

Driver contact with a key in the collapsed position could inadvertently shut off the vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the vehicle shuts off while driving, the air bags may not deploy in a crash as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed March 29, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I was driving my 2017 rogué sport on the freeway and suddenly it began to jerk up and down speed and I tried to brake and the brake did not respond suddenly it accelerated and went off I could not brake and I could not control it and the weather did not help me it had rained And as you will…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 21, 2023 · crash

“I was driving my 2017 rogué sport on the freeway and suddenly it began to jerk up and down speed and I tried to brake and the brake did not respond suddenly it accelerated and went off I could not brake and I could not control it and the weather did not help me it had rained And as you will…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 21, 2023 · crash

“My Rogue Sport has less than 35k mileage. While I was driving yesterday my radio sputtered then the whole screen (radio, backup camera, clock) went completely dark and a large amount of smoke came from in the cabin of the vehicle and the smell of electrical burning. I immediately pulled over…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 4, 2023 · fire

“This only happens in cold weather. The engine shuts off when coming to a stop. Once the Rpm’s get to 1 when braking the car bucks and then stalls out. I have had this car a few years and every winter it does the same thing. I have taken it to a local mechanic who could not identify where the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 20, 2025

“I was driving my 2017 rogué sport on the freeway and suddenly it began to jerk up and down speed and I tried to brake and the brake did not respond suddenly it accelerated and went off I could not brake and I could not control it and the weather did not help me it had rained And as you will…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · March 21, 2023 · crash

2017 Nissan Rogue Sport — common questions

Is the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport reliable?

It is close to typical for the Rogue Sport: 96 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2017 Rogue Sport problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (23 complaints), engine (22 complaints), electrical system (13 complaints).

Does the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Nissan Rogue Sport years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Rogue Sport years to avoid are 2019. The cleanest record among Rogue Sport years belongs to 2022.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.