2014 Nissan Rogue: transmission slipping

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 Jun 30, 2023 · Airbags, Driver assistance · TX

The air bag light keeps blinking and the transmission is slipping!

Filed Jun 17, 2023 · Acceleration, Engine · PA

My transmission failed. There was a recall on the transmission, that I am not sure I received. Nissan Consumer Affairs opened a case but will not assist me with the cost of the transmission. I have to pay 5621.00 to have a new transmission installed. Nissan admitted had a faulty part in the 2014-2017 Rogues - the CVT. The transmission was slipping and it could have led to an accident, but did not. The vehicle was inspected by the Nissan dealership and they are installing a new transmission. Is there anything you can do to assist me. Thanks

Filed Sep 17, 2022 · Transmission · NJ

bad CVT transmission is that the transmission is slipping gears. Usually when hot and traveling long distance (150 miles)

Filed May 1, 2019 · Transmission · 76,000 miles · NY

While driving my car to work, the transmission has been slipping out of hear. The speed will decrease as I can't accelerate. The RPM's shoot up but the car will go nowhere. It has happened and both high and low speeds but normally after the car engine is warm. Sometimes when it happens, after 10-15 seconds, the gear will go back to drive on it's own and I can continue on my way. Lately, as it's gotten worse, the car will come to a dead stop (as I can't accelerate) and there is nothing that I can do to get it back into gear. I have tried turning the car on and off, putting it in neutral or low and it can take up to 20 minutes before I can get the vehicle driving property. After research, it is a common issue with the vehicle however after taking the car to the dealership I purchased it from twice, they will not fix it. They state it hasn't happened during their test drive and there is nothing they can do and they are releasing the car to me. Even after multiple phone calls and asking them to perform other tests- they won't. They have only run diagnostic machine tests and did a short test drive (even though they lied and told me it was longer). After taking the vehicle home yesterday- it happened to me twice today. This is unsafe to drive.

Filed Apr 18, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 75,000 miles · IL

Took my 2014 nissan rogue to nissan dealer, because the car was slipping and losing rpms. Dealer told me that the radiator had failed internally causing transmission issue. They are saying that I need to replace the radiator, hoses some other stuff and the transmission. They estimated it at this time at $6000. I was on my way to work 40 minutes from my house and had to have the car towed back to the dealership. The car only has 75,000 miles on it.

Filed Mar 13, 2017 · Transmission · 50,000 miles · OH

Cvt transmission is slipping and shacking violently at low speeds

Filed Mar 6, 2017 · Airbags, Seats · 45,000 miles · OH · crash

Passenger air bag is not reading adults. Dealership has fixed once, was involved in accident, did enough damage to damage radiator, and airbags did not go off. I had a 14 year old in the front seat. My passenger air bag is once again not reading. This was my most recent incident with my vehicle. I was making a left hand turn, when accelerating my vehicle seemed hesitant and momentarily stalled withing my turn. This has happened numerous times, while trying to accelerate. My car had been warm during each time. My transmission has already started slipping, I was notified there was a recall on my vehicle for the transmission. My back seats seem to vibrate. They vibrate so much, they move side to side at high speeds on the highway. (70 MPH) this is the legal speed in my area. I feel my vehicle is a lemon with all the recalls that have been fixed ion it already and is not safe. My total millage is about 63000.

Filed Jun 2, 2016 · Transmission · 28,000 miles · NY

For the third time my nissan rogue 2014 failed to accelerate as the CVT transmission slipped and would not re engage. To make matters worse I was stuck on a mountain on a 95 degree day with no cell phone service. The vehicle has 28,000 miles currently. This first time is happened it had 9,000 miles. There is a lawsuit for 2013-14 pathfinders but the rogues should be included in a recall for vehicles unfit for operation. It is a safety hazard to have a vehicle traveling at 70mph lose acceleration capabilities and stop moving forward. I was almost rear ended and drove off of the road. I've filed a complaint with the bbb as well as the corporation and requested to be able to return the vehicle with no further costs. This request was denied so I am forced to own a vehicle that is unsafe and the company refuses to take responsibility for. There were no fatalities this time but I can't say the same for my next drive to the store. Many people have filed complaints on these models and nothing is being done to ensure safety.