2008 Nissan Rogue: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2008 Nissan Rogue: 5 recalls, 429 owner complaints and up to 24 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical, Airbags Vehicle recall #08V521000 · 2008 · 204,361 vehicles
What's wrong: A varistor in the ocs control unit located in the passenger seat cushion May have been manufactured out of specification. Under certain conditions, this could cause an interruption of signal between the ocs and the air bag control unit (acu).
Why it matters: This could result in the passenger air bag being suppressed which could fail to provide adequate protection in the event of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will test the signal between the ocs and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed. If necessary, the seat cushion (containing ocs hardware) will be replaced with a new one manufactured to specification. The recall began on November 4, 2008.
Tires Vehicle recall #09V393000 · 2009 · 143,223 vehicles
What's wrong: C., west virginia and wisconsin. The material in the nut used to secure the sensor-transmitter of the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) May corrode and potentially crack in areas with heavy concentrations of road salt. If this occurs, the nut May come out of the sensor-transmitter and the TPMS lamp will illuminate.
Why it matters: If the TPMS lamp is disregarded and the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, the tire will quickly lose air pressure at a consistent rate resulting in a flat tire increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The dealer will replace the TPMS nut with a new, more robust nut. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before November 9, 2009.
Steering Vehicle recall #09V411000 · 2009 · 163,659 vehicles
What's wrong: A screw in the steering gear housing cover May loosen over time and could fall out. As it loosens, the steering response of the vehicle May be compromised but the driver will retain steering control.
Why it matters: The screw May eventually come out of the steering gear cover. If large steering inputs are made with the cover screw missing the pinion shaft May come out of the steering gear resulting in a complete loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect whether the steering gear cover screw is loose and will be retightened to the proper specification. Dealers will also install a cover plate to prevent the screw from possibly coming out of the steering gear. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected…
Equipment Vehicle recall #10V401000 · 2010 · 7,948 vehicles
What's wrong: The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
Why it matters: Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on September 16, 2010.
Electrical Vehicle recall #15V032000 · 2015 · 468,815 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Nissan rogue vehicles manufactured March 7, 2007, to November 26, 2013, and 2014 Nissan rogue select vehicles manufactured September 23, 2013, to July 2, 2014. The affected vehicles May experience an electrical short in the harness connector due to a mixture of snow/water and salt seeping through the carpet on the driver side floor near…
Why it matters: An electrical short can cause a vehicle fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the kick panel wiring harness connector and will if necessary install a new harness connector and waterproof seal, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (156): the most common themes are noise or vibration (43), stalls / loses power (38), hard / delayed shifting (30).
- Airbags (129): the most common themes are warning light on (56), fails to deploy (10).
- Speed control / throttle (51): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (13), warning light on (5).
- Electrical (45): the most common themes are warning light on (21), electrical failure (12), door / lock issues (5).
The 2008 Nissan Rogue has 429 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 21 Rogue model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 349). Complaints peaked in 2014 (63 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 7 years old, at a median of 81,905 miles. Neighboring years: 2007 (1 complaints, 0 recalls), 2009 (320 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 27 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2008 Nissan Rogue. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2008 Nissan Rogue problems?
Owners have filed 429 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (156), airbags (129), speed control / throttle (51).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Nissan Rogue get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2008 Nissan Rogue repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.