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2019 Nissan Rogue Sport problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 148 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.7 times the median Rogue Sport year — the 2019 model ranks #1 of 6 Rogue Sport years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across driver assistance (35), electrical system (22), and engine (21), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

148

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2019 compare to other Rogue Sport years?

Rogue Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted148 complaints2017: 96 complaints2018: 130 complaints2019: 148 complaints2020: 78 complaints2021: 59 complaints2022: 17 complaints
Rogue Sport NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance3524%
Electrical System2215%
Engine2114%
Brakes2014%
Other1913%
Transmission107%
Speed Control96%
Body & Structure21%
Seat Belts21%
Fuel System21%
Suspension11%
Tires & Wheels11%
Steering11%
Latches & Locks11%
Seats11%
Lighting11%

Does the 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns 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.

19V654000Driver AssistanceSeptember 12, 2019 · 1,228,830 units

Defect

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“My son financed a nissan rogue sport in Aug of 2023. He was in an accident in Nov of 2023. I have not spoken to him since. He spoke with some of my family members, told them the accident was his fault and he doesn't understand what happened. He said he just lost control while driving. I'm thinking…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · November 17, 2023 · crash

“I BOUGHT THIS ROGUE ON 11/02/19. IT HAS 800 MILES ON IT. I GOT OUT OF WORK TODAY AND STARTED IT. I PUT IT IN GEAR AND THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. THE EMERGENCY BRAKING LIGHT WAS LIT ON THE SCREEN. THERE WAS NOTHING AROUND ME. THE CAR IS CLEAN AND THE SENSOR IS NOT OBSTRUCTED. I PUT IT BACK IN PARK…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 19, 2019

“The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a burning odor inside the vehicle. After, turning off the vehicle antifreeze started leaking from the radiator. After restarting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · July 14, 2021 · fire

“I BOUGHT THIS ROGUE ON 11/02/19. IT HAS 800 MILES ON IT. I GOT OUT OF WORK TODAY AND STARTED IT. I PUT IT IN GEAR AND THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. THE EMERGENCY BRAKING LIGHT WAS LIT ON THE SCREEN. THERE WAS NOTHING AROUND ME. THE CAR IS CLEAN AND THE SENSOR IS NOT OBSTRUCTED. I PUT IT BACK IN PARK…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 19, 2019

“My son financed a nissan rogue sport in Aug of 2023. He was in an accident in Nov of 2023. I have not spoken to him since. He spoke with some of my family members, told them the accident was his fault and he doesn't understand what happened. He said he just lost control while driving. I'm thinking…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 17, 2023 · crash

2019 Nissan Rogue Sport — common questions

Is the 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 148 complaints put the 2019 model at #1 of 6 Rogue Sport years. It is one of the Rogue Sport years to avoid.

What are the most common 2019 Rogue Sport problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (35 complaints), electrical system (22 complaints), engine (21 complaints).

Does the 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 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.

How safe is the 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

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.