2014 Nissan Rogue: shudder or vibration when accelerating

Filed Nov 24, 2025 · Transmission · MI

While driving on the interstate and exiting at normal speed, my 2014 Nissan Rogue suddenly lost all propulsion. The engine continued to rev, but the transmission stopped delivering power to the wheels. This happened in active traffic and created an immediate safety hazard, as vehicles behind me had no warning that my car would lose power. After stopping and restarting the engine, the vehicle regained limited movement, but the power no longer matched the RPMs. This indicates internal CVT slip and loss of hydraulic pressure. Shortly after, the check engine light appeared. A diagnostic scan showed a CVT stepper motor fault, a critical component that controls pulley ratio and belt pressure. When this part or the related hydraulic system fails, the transmission cannot maintain pressure, causing slipping, overheating, loss of acceleration, and potential total failure. Many 2014–2016 Rogue owners report the same symptoms: sudden loss of power, delayed engagement, high RPM with no acceleration, and overheating. Transmission specialists consistently point to recurring internal CVT defects, including stepper motor failure, valve body wear, pressure control solenoid issues, and breakdown of the hydraulic system that maintains belt tension. These are not normal wear items but indicators of a systemic design flaw. Nissan has long been aware of widespread CVT problems. Earlier models using the same CVT design received warranty extensions due to high failure rates. Numerous Technical Service Bulletins address CVT slip, judder, overheating, and stepper motor issues. Despite this, Nissan denies responsibility for the 2014 Rogue. My dealer stated the only fix is complete transmission replacement costing thousands of dollars, with no goodwill assistance offered. This failure presents a serious safety risk. Losing propulsion without warning on a highway or while merging can easily lead to a collision. This is part of a repeat pattern of CVT failures, and I request the federal safety agency investigation.

Filed Feb 18, 2025 · Transmission · CO

The vehicle was experiencing judder on two recent occasions. The vehicle was just over 90K miles and due for a CVT fluid inspection. After experiencing brief but violent jerks/judders while operating between 1,500 and 2,000 rpms, I took the vehicle into the Nissan dealership for said fluid inspection/change. The dealership declined to perform the requested service that day and instead recommended I 'Replace transmission and install transmission cooler' due to a "P0744" code read from the vehicle's ODB. The vehicle's tachometer would bounce when the vehicle was experiencing the issue. What's particularly concerning is that the vehicle has received the regularly suggested maintenance and shows no warning lights on the dash. I researched the P0744 code for the 2014 Rogue and found the federal safety agency published service bulletin related to this problem. I'm quite concerned that the dealership didn't offer this investigation as a primary option. The steps detailed in this bulletin: [XXX] are surely less expensive than the transmission replacement recommended. It concerns me that Nissan is skipping prudent and more cost-effective diagnostic steps seemingly due to their tacit acknowledgement that these CVTs were poorly built- hence the extended powertrain warranty that was offered to settle the class action lawsuit. It appears that poor/self-serving advice continues to be given to Nissan customers rather than acknowledge the design flaws of the 2014-18 Nissan Rogue CVTs. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jul 21, 2022 · Transmission · 180,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering. The contact released the accelerator pedal and the vehicle stopped shuddering. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the continuous variable transmission (CVT) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist due to the mileage on the vehicle. The contact stated that the manufacturer failed to honor the class-action lawsuit settlement associated with the transmission failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

Filed Aug 31, 2021 · Acceleration, Suspension · NY

Vehicle while on expressway would loose power on and off. This cause for serious accident conditions. Transmission yellow warning light appeared on next day. Had vehicle towed to dealership and they confirmed there was an issue found extreme hesitstion entering gear or changing gear. From multiple codes P0841 fluided press sen/sw A. P17F0 CVT Judder. Also, found front sway bar link loose and replaced. And, Tie rods had to be replaced also because of being loose. Previously I also had to have the control arms replace twice. This is unacceptable. Beside that my vehicle was in shop from 8/9/2021 thru 8/26/202. without even to have rental car provided. except for 2 days.

Filed Jun 1, 2021 · Transmission · 87,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered and jerked with the accelerator pedal depressed. The vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.

Filed Apr 3, 2021 · Transmission · 72,000 miles · MD

I have a 2014 nissan rogue select with 72,000 miles. It shudders/jerks intermittently during idle at drive mode even when AC and fan are off. I do not know exactly how far I am from transmission failure. Earlier the car had a catastrophic engine failure at 38000 miles and it was replaced under the nissan warranty. Today I went for an oil change and they found that the cv axle of the right front is damaged and needs to be replaced.

Filed Mar 23, 2021 · Transmission · 129,000 miles · FL

While driving at highway speed, the RPM went up to 4,000 and the vehicle would not accelerate. At slower speeds, there is a shudder or vibration and a lack of power/acceleration. An inspection by a transmission shop indicated CVT transmission failure. Research indicates a long history of nissan CVT problems. The cost to repair/replace the transmission is $4,000.

Filed Jul 13, 2020 · Transmission · 118,000 miles · TN

While driving on an interstate, my 2014 nissan rogue would rev and the RPM's would surge unexpectedly and without warning. While driving it would randomly jerk, shudder, and hesitate. We experienced a sudden loss of acceleration leading premature transmission failure. My check engine light did not come on until the car lost the acceleration capability. This put us in great danger being that we barely made it onto the side of the interstate. My car had to be towed to nissan and since I have been advised that the transmission needs to be completely replaced.

Filed Jul 9, 2020 · 49,000 miles · TX

Front overhead console fell down during driving to a stop at a city road intersection. It caused quite a shudder and partially blocked visibility. Overhead console appear to be not bolted onto the roof but rather secured by plastic pins, which failed to cause the incident. Depending on vehicle operating conditions, incident like this could cause serious accidents endangering driver and others.

Filed Oct 9, 2019 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · IN

Vehicle currently has 70,300 miles on it. Vehicle began losing power while on the interstate at 70 MPH. The rpms would go up and down and the vehicle would jerk as if the transmission was trying to find the right gear. With in a few minutes, there was hardly any power transferring to the wheels. I had the vehicle towed to the dealer. No warning for transmission failure. Dealer recommends CVT transmission replacement for transmission judder.

Filed May 28, 2019 · Transmission · 8 miles · MA

"CVT failure" between march 2019 and may 2019 randomly stalling while traveling and when complete stop, this went on for about 1 month. Most noticeable occurrences were when the temperature warm and/or driving for an extended period of time. Vehicle then shuddered/shake when accelerating. Rpm level would fluctuate between 4k-5k rmps when attempting to accelerate.would not shift up or downward as designed.would randomly downshift causing a forward jerking.most noticeable jerk/shuddering was between 40-40mph.loss of or limited power when traveling up hill.speed would be limited to 60 MPH. On may 19, 2019 reverse would not engage unless the vehicle had not been driven for some time, enough to cool down.neutral would not be present either.there was no differentiation between drive/low/neutral. May 20 brought to nissan dealer they advised CVT replacement needed. May 21 and may 22 CVT did not engage, vehicle stopped proceeding while on highway. Turned vehicle off for 15 minutes. Turned on and was able to proceed. Still shuddered and jerked when shifting. Started vehicle after parking placed in drive with no movement. Turned off then on placed in drive was able to proceed. Vehicle limited to 40 MPH, lost power to CVT unable to move. Stopped for 45 minutes and was able to place into drive. Drove for approximately half mile, lost power while traveling up hill and rolled backwards luckily into a driveway without being struck by other vehicles. Neutral did not exist. Vehicle towed 5/22/19. Complaints made to nissan 5/23/19. Was advised 5/24 they would only cover 70% although there is a significant problem with their cvts.

Filed May 19, 2018 · Transmission · 97,000 miles · UT

Cvt transmission defect. Jerking,shudder, RPM vary up to 3500 RPM when it should be ar 2,000 RPM. Sometime it quits in traffic. Does the same in city,on highway,traffic hazard to me and other motorist.