2026 Nissan Rogue Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 13%of 54 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 1,587miles
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2026 Nissan Rogue, 13% of the 54 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,587 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On 11/4/25 with only 377 miles on the odometer after backing out of my driveway I put the car into drive, nothing happened initially but then it stalled out in the road way. The vehicle displayed no warning lights and it did go into drive after that point. Vehicle has yet to be diagnosed.”
NHTSA complaint #11697639, filed 2025-11“1 Unknown. I suspect a malfunction involving the electronic gear-selection/shift-control system or transmission control system. I personally placed the vehicle in Park while the engine was running. After I exited the vehicle and was away from it, the vehicle moved on its own. When I returned after hearing the impact, the gear selector was no longer in Park and was in another position. The vehicle and relevant electronic systems are available for inspection. 2 The vehicle was parked on a steep hill. I had personally placed the vehicle in Park and exited it with my daughter. …”
NHTSA complaint #11757012, filed 2026-08“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The transmission malfunctioned when I shifted from reverse to drive. It took extra effort to put it into drive from reverse, and when it finally shifted/clunked into place it made a loud sound, literally jerking the car. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Not, yet. I have an appt at 7:30 a.m. on 3/24 with Pinnacle Nissan repair, but they are not aware of this issue yet. I will add it this morning, 3/23/2026. …”
NHTSA complaint #11726288, filed 2026-03“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Auto On/Off is becoming less reliable. Hesitant and jerking upon restart at times. Consistent with Recall 26V081 Throttle/Power Train. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Car hesitates upon restart when Auto On/Off is on. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? No. I have an appt on 3/23/2026 at 7:30 am, but this issue was not reported when I called on 7/20 to make the appointment. I will add it to the service ticket. …”
NHTSA complaint #11726304, filed 2026-03“The contact owns a 2026 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that on several occasions while accelerating, the vehicle failed to accelerate or respond as needed. The RPM was elevated; however, the vehicle failed to move. The contact stated that during the failure, the transmission was shifted between park(P) and drive(D) until the proper gear was recognized and the vehicle moved forward. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was scheduled to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,587.”
NHTSA complaint #11766755, filed 2026-09, 1,587 milesRelated recalls
- 26V419000Jun 30, 2026Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Rogue vehicles. The instrument panel may not display the transmission gear selection indicator…Covers: Nissan Rogue 2026
Related service bulletins
- 11033020May 22, 2026NEW PROCESS TO REPLACE THE TCU SERVICE INFORMATION For the APPLIED VEHICLES, the process to replace the Telematics Communication Unit (TCU) has changed. If the TCU for the…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 13% |
| 2025 | 5 | 3% |
| 2024 | 44 | 20% |
| 2023 | 87 | 11% |
| 2022 | 41 | 15% |
| 2021 | 27 | 9% |
| 2020 | 4 | 3% |
| 2019 | 23 | 7% |
| 2018 | 48 | 7% |
| 2017 | 123 | 21% |
| 2016 | 176 | 32% |
| 2015 | 140 | 25% |
| 2014 | 115 | 26% |
| 2013 | 314 | 51% |
| 2012 | 136 | 43% |
| 2011 | 189 | 52% |
| 2010 | 124 | 44% |
| 2009 | 101 | 32% |
| 2008 | 156 | 36% |
Other parts of the 2026 Nissan Rogue
14 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsForward collision avoidance
4 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsLane departure
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2026 Nissan Rogue
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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