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2021 Nissan Rogue Sport

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport

Recall·21V555000

Seat belts: retractor

Nissan North America, Inc.

Recall·21V525000

Structure: hinge and attachments

Nissan North America, Inc.

Recall·23V093000

Electrical system: key/sender

Nissan North America, Inc.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 35 owners reported

Electrical system5
Service brakes5
Forward collision avoidance5
Steering5

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport at a glance

Trims
SSLSV
Engine
2.0L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
AWD, FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

Owners have filed 35 complaints about the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport with NHTSA, most often about the forward collision avoidance. There are 3 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 3 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.