The Lemon Index2016 Nissan Rogue.
The 2016 Nissan Rogue is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 143 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 43, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about airbags, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 27 to 28 mpg combined. The best Nissan Rogue year is 2012.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
Fixes owners look up most.
From 100 YouTube videos about the 2014–2020 Nissan Rogue, 15.0M views. The 2016 is the same generation.
- Heat, A/C & blend door872K views
How To Change A 2017 - 2020 Nissan Rogue Cabin Air Filter - Remove Replace Replacement LocationPYR Automotive · 523K views · 4 videos - Infotainment, battery & electrical578K views
How To Start A 2017 - 2022 Nissan Rogue With Key ID Incorrect - Dead Remote Fob Battery Not DetectedPYR Automotive · 296K views · 3 videos - Brakes & ABS417K views
How To Replace Front Brakes 2014-2020 Nissan RogueTRQ · 234K views · 2 videos - Transmission & shifter211K views
2014-2020 Nissan Rogue Altima Transmission CVT fluid Flush - DIY How to Oil Change VideoJJ Central · 144K views · 2 videos
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- Gauges, lights & wiring169K views
HOW to fix cigarette lighter/power socket on 2018 Nissan Rogue 🔥🔥DM Gar · 90K views · 2 videos - Windows, doors & mirrors62K views
2013-2016 nissan rogue Stuck drivers doorWrench & Restore · 62K views
Before you buy, watch
Top 5 Problems w/ Nissan Rogue 2014-2020 (2nd Generation)Alex The Car Doctor · 482K views
Top 5 Problems Nissan Rogue SUV 2nd Generation 2014-201A Auto: Repair Tips & Secrets Only Mechanics Know · 358K views
13 COMMON PROBLEMS WITH THE 2014-2018 NISSAN ROGUE (DON'T BUY IT 🤯 BEFORE WATCHING THIS VIDEO)Denme un Ride · 139K viewsViews show how many people looked up each fix, not how often it breaks. Videos belong to their creators; we link to them.
How serious. Out of 542 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Nissan Rogue year. 2016 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 24K to 83K miles on the car (274 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- transmission & drivetrain complaints mostly came at 54K–98K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 40K–88K miles
- engine complaints mostly came at 26K–95K miles
Recalls 7
- electrical 2023
The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.
- electrical 2022
The electrical connector for the under dash harness may corrode due to water and salt intrusion from the driver's side foot well.
- seats 2017
The vehicles have front passenger seat frames that may be improperly welded.
Show all 7 recalls
- seats 2017
The recliner joints on the lower seat frame for the rear seats may have improper welds.
- airbags 2016
An incorrect Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have been installed in the front passenger seat.
- airbags 2016
In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied.
- body structure 2016
In the affected vehicles, the rear lift gate support stays may corrode due to insufficient anti-corrosion treatment.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Nissan told dealers about
Nissan sent dealers 323 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- "nissan; signal tech-ii intelligent key battery test and signal check this bulletin has been…
- CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been…
- 2013-2017 ALTIMA AND 2014-2017 ROGUE; WHINE NOISE FROM CVT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS This bulletin…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Rogue SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Rogue SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2300–2400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
My passenger side air bag light turns on even though there is a passenger or not in the passenger seat. I could be driving alone and it is turning on and off.
2016 Nissan Rogue owner · NHTSA complaint 11217556
More owner reports
Car does not go into gear. Slips out of gear when driving. Will not accelerate after stopping. It revs up and then accelerates quickly almost causing me to hit the car in front of me.
NHTSA complaint 11132341
Takata recall air bag hazardous. Light is on on passenger side indicating trouble. Also, the vehicle seems to loose power during acceleration while in motion.
NHTSA complaint 11076472
Quick answers
Is the 2016 Nissan Rogue reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.3× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 43; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Nissan Rogue year by this measure is 2012.
What are the most common 2016 Nissan Rogue problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are airbags (22%), transmission & drivetrain (17%) and electrical (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Rogue have?
7 safety recalls (latest: electrical). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Nissan Rogue get?
27 to 28 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2016 Nissan Rogue safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2016 Nissan Rogue problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 24,900 and 83,000 miles. The middle report was at 51,100 miles, from 274 complaints.
Does the 2016 Nissan Rogue have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 17% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2016 Nissan Rogue cost in fuel a year?
About $2300 to $2400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2016 Nissan Rogue have?
2.5L 4-cyl.
What Nissan Rogue year is better than the 2016?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2012, 2020 and 2011.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works