2018 Nissan Rogue Sport: complete transmission failure

Filed Dec 16, 2025 · IL

The vehicle experienced a sudden failure of the continuously variable transmission (CVT) while in operation. The failure occurred at a four-way stop during snowy conditions when I attempted to proceed through the intersection and the vehicle would not initially move or transmit power to the wheels, leaving me stopped in the roadway and unable to clear the intersection, creating a safety risk due to oncoming traffic and reduced traction and visibility. At the moment of failure, the check engine light illuminated solid and remained on, and has not turned off since. Although the vehicle was able to move afterward and be driven to a dealership, it exhibited loss of normal drivability. The vehicle was inspected by a Nissan dealership, which diagnosed a failed CVT solenoid and advised that the transmission is expected to progress to complete CVT failure. The dealership provided a repair estimate consistent with a full CVT replacement. The vehicle has not been repaired due to the cost and remains unsafe to operate. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The manufacturer (Nissan) was contacted for goodwill assistance and denied coverage. I am aware of a prior lawsuit involving Nissan CVT transmission failures; however, my vehicle’s model year was not included in that settlement despite experiencing a similar failure.

Filed Aug 21, 2025 · Transmission · NY

I was driving on a highway when my car began to stutter. It felt like the vehicle was struggling to accelerate, so I attempted to pull over to a side street for safety. However, before I could do so, the car completely lost the ability to accelerate and gradually came to a full stop. I managed to get it onto the shoulder just in time, but this occurred on a bend in the road, where visibility was limited and traffic was fast-moving. Multiple vehicles had to swerve suddenly to avoid hitting my car. Because the road was narrow, I couldn’t safely exit the vehicle without risking being hit. Police were called to the scene and had to park with emergency lights to protect me and other drivers from a potentially serious crash. A tow truck was dispatched, and the vehicle was transported to a Nissan dealership. The dealership confirmed that the CVT transmission had failed. This failure placed my safety and the safety of other drivers at serious risk, especially due to the sudden and complete loss of power in highway conditions. There were no warning lights, messages, or prior symptoms, the failure was immediate and catastrophic, transitioning directly from stuttering to full power loss. The vehicle has since been inspected by Nissan, and the diagnosis confirmed a total CVT transmission failure.

Filed Dec 18, 2023 · Transmission · IN

Initial incident vehicle had failure to correctly advance when placed in drive after startup. Vehicle then suddenly jerked forward into drive and was able to proceed. Took the vehicle into the dealer that I purchased from and they told me that nothing was wrong and the vehicle was in perfect condition with no mechanical problems. About a month later (yesterday) while I was out shopping the vehicle suddenly started to make noise and was unable to pick up speed as normal. It would not accelerate as it should. It would start slowly and then jerk forward picking up speed. By the time I got home (about 8 miles) it would barely do more than 18 mph. Makes a whirring sound and just no acceleration. Luckily I was able to get it into my garage safely. So...this month is my last payment on this vehicle and at only 78,000 miles I thought I would be enjoying months of payment free usage before repairs were needed. WRONG! A friend told me that my vehicle was on a recall list but that was wrong too. Now I am waiting to get estimates on what a new transmission would cost. Not happy. Will never buy a Nissan again. I called the corporate recall number and they so gladly gave me the news that there is no recall. Sucks! Do I pay the price for a transmission or do I trade it in. Trying to retire but now might have to work to pay this bill. Sucks! Previously had Jeeps that ran for way over the 200k miles and had very few problems. Time to consider another vehicle brand. Any suggestions? This won't help get my vehicle fixed but it helps with the stress!

Filed Nov 30, 2023 · Engine, Transmission · MD

Transmission Failed and needed to be replaced with less than 60,000 Miles. There is a known issue with other Transmissions in the same year for this vehicle and mine should not be included.

Filed Aug 14, 2023 · Driver assistance, Transmission · 58,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle started jerking. The following day the vehicle failed to start. No warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera screen went blank screen and the instrument cluster lights failed to operate as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with transmission failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.

Filed Aug 9, 2023 · Transmission · ME

CVT transmission failed. Dealer says not repairable and requires a new transmission priced at $7000. Nissan settled class action suit in 2022 for this particular model and year equipped with CVT transmissions. Nissan has offered no compensation to me.

Filed Jan 1, 2023 · Transmission · FL

The transmission has failed with under 70,000 miles on the vehicle. It was diagnosed as a failed transmission by a Nissan dealer service department. The owner is unsure of the fluid maintenance history. A Nissan dealer would charge at least $5500 to replace the transmission. The engine was revving into the high RPM range, and the transmission was not shifting. This is a saftey hazard, especially while driving in Southern California. The vehicle should have more reliability considering there are much older, and higher mileage vehicles on the road that do not have transmission problems like this. The engine revving without the transmission shifting can cause engine and other component damage. The vehicle is just outside of the warranty period and mileage. This is unacceptable for a newer production vehicle.