1. The internal combustion engine assembly failed. Specifically, the variable-compression 1.5L VC-Turbo engine suffered a severe mechanical breakdown in Cylinder #3, resulting in only 5 PSI of compression and a 75-80% air leak due to an intake valve failure. The authorized dealership confirmed that the engine oil is clean, the vehicle has been maintained, and the main bearings are functional (proving this is a premature structural material defect of the powertrain assembly, not owner neglect). Yes, the vehicle and the complete, unaltered engine assembly are fully intact and available for inspection upon request. Location - Authorized Deale 2. The engine failure caused an immediate and sudden loss of motive power while driving on a busy state route. The vehicle lost the ability to maintain speed or accelerate, requiring me to maneuver to the shoulder. A sudden, un-commanded loss of engine power created a risk of being rear-ended and created a safety hazard. 3. The failure has been formally diagnosed and confirmed by an authorized corporate dealership (Lithia Nissan, Clovis, CA). The service department ran advanced engine diagnostics, documenting the 5 PSI compression and 75-80% intake valve leak on Cylinder #3, and explicitly recommended a complete, full engine replacement. Email with notes attached below. 4. Yes. The vehicle and the defective engine components have been physically inspected by the manufactures authorized dealership. (The manufacturer is currently attempting to deny coverage under Recall 26V080 by claiming a single cylinder failed rather than the bearings.) 5. There were no mechanical symptoms, unusual noises, warning lamps, or dashboard messages prior to the incident. The vehicle was operating normally when the engine catastrophically failed. The Check Engine light illuminated simultaneously with the sudden loss of power. After managing to coast the vehicle to the shoulder of the road, Oil Pressure warning lamp came on as the engine stopped.
Nissan Rogue check engine light comes on
502 of the 7,444 owner complaints about the Nissan Rogue describe check engine light, most of them for the 2023 model year.
- owner complaints
- 502
- worst model year
- 2023
- typical repair cost reported
- $3,667
- typical mileage
- 77,000
By model year
Often reported together
CVT failure 72Stalling 71Loss of power 68Engine failure 63Transmission failure 60Jerking 47Hesitation 29Overheating 27
Trouble codes mentioned
P1740 7P0776 7P0196 5P1778 4P0744 4P0841 3P0101 3U0652 2P2004 2P0725 2
What owners say
I am reporting recurring engine warnings on my 2023 Nissan Rogue. On November 2, 2026, an engine malfunction warning appeared, followed by the check-engine light. I also saw a reduced-power warning. On November 6, the engine warning returned when I first started the vehicle and cleared after restarting. The current odometer reading is 65,693 miles. Mike Rezi Nissan Atlanta inspected the vehicle and told me a turbocharger-related component needs replacement. The repair is still pending. I bought the vehicle on October 18, 2025, and was told at the time that the engine recall had already been addressed. I am concerned that the vehicle could lose power in traffic. I am asking the federal safety agency to review whether the recurring warnings and the dealer’s findings may be related to an existing engine recall or to similar safety complaints from other Rogue owners.
The problem started May 2026 when i was driving on interstate and suddenly my car started overheating out of no where. Made an appointment with nissan dealership. They couldnt find anything , filled it up to top with coolant and said it was nothing.. 2.5 weeks later same thing happend. Why would it be overheating when i just topped the coolant. Back to nissan i go. They said it was some part that needed replaced but might be somthing else ok fixed it, one 3.5 weeks later overheating out of no where again.. back to nissan for 3rd time July 2026 .. I was told it was coolant leaking into the engine cylinders..Suv was at nissan from july 2026 until Nov2026. I was told by nissan i now need a new motor/engine because of the EGR Valve. I was told by nissan they have been needing to fix this problem in MULTIPLE rogues. No engine light came on any of these situations which could of put me in an accident! On the third time this happend the car started driving weird. My ext warranty did not want to cover this and i do not have 8,000 to fix this.. Warranty company made nissan take the whole engine apart , once i said i cant afford to fix this they put the car back together and a lot of warning lights came on.
I am writing to formally complain about the ongoing mechanical problems with my 2023 Nissan Rogue following maintenance and an oil change performed at a Nissan To Nissan Customer Relations, The check engine light came on. I immediately returned the vehicle to Nissan for inspection. However, I was informed that the problem was not their responsibility. I communicated with the company so many times every time they took my car for days and nothing happened I recorded video an audio for me and my customer while that’s happened and honestly, I cannot drive my car anymore and the company will be responsible if any problem happen. Since then, I have continued experiencing serious problems with my vehicle. Most recently, the vehicle has repeatedly stalled while driving. On one night, it stopped twice while I had passengers in the car. The following day, it stopped twice again, with the most recent incident occurring just minutes before I reported it. These incidents have put my safety, my passengers' safety, and my livelihood at risk. I use this vehicle for my Uber business, and every time it stops working, I lose income and risk putting people's lives in danger. I purchased a Nissan vehicle expecting reliability and safety, not repeated mechanical failures following dealership service. I am requesting the following: 1. A full and independent investigation into the maintenance and repairs performed by Nissan. 2. A technical inspection to determine why the vehicle repeatedly shuts down while driving. 3. A written explanation of the cause of these failures. 4. Reimbursement for any expenses and financial losses resulting from this situation, where applicable. 5. A permanent solution to this problem, not another temporary repair. I have documentation and service records to support my complaint. Sincerely, [XXX] 2023 Nissan Rogue Midnight Edition INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she noticed the engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that the instrument panel displayed a warning indicating reduced engine power and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a seized turbo that required replacement; however, the vehicle was repaired without the contact's consent. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number 26V080000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) as the cause of the failure, but the VIN was not included in the recall repair. The failure mileage was 95,000.
The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she noticed the engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that the instrument panel displayed a warning indicating reduced engine power and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a seized turbo that required replacement; however, the vehicle was repaired without the contact's consent. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number 26V080000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) as the cause of the failure, but the VIN was not included in the recall repair. The failure mileage was 95,000.
On October 28, 2026, at approximately 2:30 PM, I was driving my 2020 Nissan Rogue with approximately 122,213 miles when the vehicle suddenly began losing power while I was accelerating. At approximately the same time, a critical oil warning appeared on the dashboard instructing me to stop immediately, and the check engine light illuminated. Prior to this incident, I had received no oil-related warnings or other indications that the engine oil was dangerously low. I proceeded slowly to a nearby gas station, where I checked the engine oil dipstick. No oil registered on the dipstick. I added engine oil, after which the check engine light went off. Because the warning had cleared, I continued driving the vehicle on October 29 and October 30. On October 30, I brought the vehicle to an independent mechanic for a previously scheduled inspection. After moving the vehicle a short distance in the parking lot, the mechanic advised that the engine was severely damaged and instructed me to drive it home, park it, and not drive it again until I determined how to proceed. No comprehensive engine diagnostic examination was performed. I am concerned that the vehicle experienced a serious oil loss or lubrication failure without adequate advance warning, resulting in suspected severe engine damage. The sudden loss of power while accelerating created a potential safety hazard because the vehicle unexpectedly slowed while in traffic. The cause of the oil loss and the condition of the oil-pressure warning system have not yet been determined. The vehicle has not been inspected by Nissan or its representatives. The vehicle is currently parked and available for inspection upon request. I am requesting an investigation into the engine failure, possible excessive oil consumption, and the timing and operation of the oil-pressure warning system.
On September 27, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., while driving on I-26, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle rapidly lost power, creating a safety hazard in highway traffic. I was forced to pull onto the shoulder to avoid a potential crash and exit the interstate. The vehicle had approximately 75,929 miles at the time of failure. The vehicle was towed for diagnosis. Firestone Complete Auto Care diagnosed the issue on the same day but could not perform the necessary engine repairs. The vehicle was then towed to Whetzel's Automotive, where a failed engine was diagnosed. The repair required replacement with a remanufactured engine at a total cost exceeding $9,500, including diagnostics, engine purchase, and labor. I believe this sudden engine failure at relatively low mileage presents a significant safety concern.
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. While driving at 45 MPH, the engine experienced reduced power and hesitated while accelerating. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the dealer on several occasions, and the throttle body, HVAC air intake and refrigerant, mass airflow, intercooler pipe, battery, idle air control (IAC) valve, rack and pinion, serpentine belt, and pressure sensor were replaced, and the 3-part fuel system was cleaned; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, who determined that an unknown part needed to be replaced again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by email and on the website. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving 27 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the battery had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the air filters had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that due to the failure, the vehicle failed to accelerate, and the RPM was elevated. There was burning odor coming from the vehicle while driving. The vehicle was taken to a service center, where it was determined that the upper oxygen sensors had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by email. The approximate failure mileage was 87,361.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Rogue vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. Increased temperatures can break down the engine oil, which may cause the engine bearings to seize and become damaged, leading to engine failure.
- Risk
- Engine failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, inspect for diagnostic trouble codes, and test drive the vehicle, free of charge. The dealer may also inspect the oil pan for metal debris, and replace the engine if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800‑647‑7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25E2 and R25E3. This recall expands previous the federal safety agency recall number 25V437. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning February 27, 2026.
Recall number 26V080000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
- Risk
- Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800‑647‑7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1‑800‑662‑6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
Recall number 25V437000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ECM)
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Rogue Hybrid vehicles. Contact with the Electronic Control Module (ECM) bracket may damage the engine harness, causing a blown fuse.
- Risk
- A blown fuse may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a harness protector cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1‑800‑867‑7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21B6.
Recall number 21V839000 · Recall details
Questions about the Nissan Rogue check engine light
Why does the check engine light come on in the Nissan Rogue?
Owners who report it most often also describe cvt failure, engine stalls while driving and sudden loss of power, and the codes they mention most are P1740, P0776 and P0196.
Which Nissan Rogue years have check engine light problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2023 (99 complaints), 2013 (51 complaints) and 2016 (51 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix check engine light on the Nissan Rogue?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $3,667 (median of 53 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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