2017 Nissan Rogue Safety Report
2017 NISSAN ROGUE Safety Analysis
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Nissan Rogue
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 Nissan Rogue. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (5) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (576) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 63 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Unknown Or Other | Compare unknown or other issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2020 | Compare against the 2020 Nissan Rogue with 142 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2018 | Check the 2018 Nissan Rogue before buying across this generation. |
Nissan Rogue Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Nissan Rogue years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Nissan Rogue | 612 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2016 Nissan Rogue | 528 | 7 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Nissan Rogue | 320 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2015 Nissan Rogue | 537 | 9 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Nissan Rogue | 142 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Nissan Rogue | 245 | 10 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2017 Nissan Rogue Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 Nissan Rogue, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Unknown Or Other
77 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Nissan onlyPower Train
74 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Nissan onlyAir Bags
46 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Nissan onlyService Brakes
44 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Nissan onlyForward Collision Avoidance
27 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Nissan onlyEngine
26 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Nissan onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Nissan Rogue
Reliability Score
The 2017 Nissan Rogue receives a reliability score of 57 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2017 Nissan Rogue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2017 Nissan Rogue
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Nissan Rogue:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System Issues Issues with the ignition, immobilizer, and proximity key systems have been reported, leading to potential theft and operational problems. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Bag Malfunction Air bag sensors have failed, leading to potential deployment issues in accidents. |
High | Occasional | 0-100k miles |
| Service Brakes Failure Service brakes have been reported to fail, posing a significant safety risk. |
Medium | Common | 0-100k miles |
| Forward Collision Avoidance System Failure Forward collision avoidance systems have failed, reducing safety in potential collision scenarios. |
Medium | Common | 0-100k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2017 Nissan Rogue:
Issues with the ignition, immobilizer, and proximity key systems have been reported.
Air bag sensors have failed, leading to potential deployment issues in accidents.
Service brakes have been reported to fail, posing a significant safety risk.
Forward collision avoidance systems have failed, reducing safety in potential collision scenarios.
Recall Details for the 2017 Nissan Rogue
The following 5 recalls have been issued for the 2017 Nissan Rogue by NHTSA:
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Rogue and 2017-2022 Rogue Sport vehicles equipped with a jackknife style ignition key. The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.
Consequence: Driver contact with a key in the collapsed position could inadvertently shut off the vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the vehicle shuts off while driving, the air bags may not deploy in a crash as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed March 29, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Rogue vehicles. Water may leak into and corrode the dash side harness connector.
Consequence: A corroded dash side harness connector increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will apply grease and repair any corroded connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC934.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The recliner joints on the lower seat frame for the rear seats may have improper welds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: The insufficient welds can increase the risk of injury to the occupants in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat frames and replace any defective lower seat frames, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrec...
Consequence: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Inter...
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Nissan Rogue
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Nissan Rogue with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 4 complaints involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 3 reported injuries or fatalities.
CVT has failed....Drive goes forward reverse goes forward neutral goes forward always gives see drivers warning call maintenance and check manual ... transmission is burning so high the transmission fluid is evaporating.... I've called so many times to have fixed but when it has a warranty they wanted $115 times 3 because of three components in the tranny needed to be checked and I couldn't pay t...
Vehicle: 2017 Nissan Rogue VIN: [XXX] Issue: Hood latch / safety latch failure Description of the problem: While opening the fuel door, I accidentally pulled the interior hood‑release lever. The primary hood latch released, but the hood remained mostly closed. I did not realize the hood was unlatched. When I began driving, the hood suddenly flew open. This indicates that the secondary safety lat...
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights unexpectedly flashed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failu...
I was driving my 2017 Nissan rogue to work after dropping off my daughters at school and daycare. I was getting on the highway on the entry ramp, as I sped up my car felt like it gave up. I was unable to press my gas as multiple cars were speeding up behind me as I’m getting on the highway. I was unable to use my gas and coasted until I came to a complete stop, still in the middle of a a dangerous...
Car was going 50 mph and suddenly lost capacity to accelerate due to transmission issue
The warning on the dashboard come on indicating all the doors unlocked an lock whenever there is a right turn made. It feels unsafe when a right turn is made because what if the doors open when the come unlock if I have a child in the vehicle, it suddenly started a few months ago
I was t-boned in my driver side from a driver ran a red light and my air bags did not deploy, with that my head hit the driver side window
My car is a 2017 Nissan Rogue. The transmission is going bad. This started about 3 years into ownership but was not consistent until this recent year. The vehicle will sometimes falter when trying to press the gass peddle from a stopped position which could be very dangerous when trying to cross an intersection or make a turn with no speed. Additionally, there have been many occasions where we e h...
On [XXX], my grandson and I went to the Nissan Dealership, 1777 N. Central Expressway, Richardson, TX 7080 to inquire about a safety recall of the key fob for a 2017 Nissan Rogue. My grandson was told that he could make an appointment for the dealership to insert a block in the fob so the key remains in the extended position. That position is very difficult to carry in a men's pants pocket. It ...
Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the airbag warning light illuminated. I took the vehicle to a Nissan dealership in Texas for diagnosis. The technician confirmed that the airbag fault was present before the vehicle was sold to me. According to the diagnostic records, the selling dealer (Kelly Nissan in Oak Lawn, Illinois) had previously scanned the airbag system, identified an airbag fault co...
My car caught fire, and it fits the description of the recall from other 2017 rogues but wasn't not listed on the recall list. They are fixing the body harness, and it was an electrical fire
My vehicle was in for recall R22A6 / 22V-549 for the brake booster power supply since the brakes felt spongy and there was a loud ringing sound so we look around a round out about the recall. After the recall repair, all brake codes cleared except C1111 – ABS Pump Motor Failure. The part is still on the vehicle and available for inspection. They told us it was not safe to drive because we have pre...
The muffler diffuser , a part of the exhaust system, suddenly and without warning failed as I was driving on the freeway. There were no warnings or indications of a problem until the passenger side joint failed as I was driving but the driver side joint was still attached and sticking out from the back of the car. This happened as I was driving on the freeway and when it happened I just heard a lo...
my Door Lock Actuator has failed on my passenger side front seat door. This poses a safety risk potentially trapping my family inside or allowing doors to swing open while driving. I could also think I locked my doors, however it did not lock and can lead to theft. In 2010, a different car I had was stolen and I still have anxiety about this, so this added level of potential theft has increased my...
Everytime it rains water leaks in under drivers side dash filling my floorboard and my window and radio malfunction, probably from water in dashboard
Car was hit
NHTSA Campaign #: 16V244000 Passenger airbag off
My rear hatch door will not open manually or automatically due to torrential downpour that leaked into the rear hatch door while fully closed and locked. That rain water made its way into the electrical component causing the door to no longer operate or even open. The dealership is aware of the issue with several other vehicles of the same year make and model and have not put a recall out to fix...
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended, and the vehicle hesitated and stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle independently stopped while depressing the accelerator pedal, and an independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagno...
AC HVAC driver side where the blend door slot for actuator is stripped. The AC is stuck at heater and with out any AC in this heat I almost pass out while driving and almost hit people in the side walk but since it has a curve it hit my right side bumper on a bushes.
Showing 20 of 576 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2017 Nissan Rogue
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
Opened 2019-09-09
NHTSA received a defect petition (DP19-001) from the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) on March 21, 2019 alleging that the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system on Model Year (MY) 2017-2018 Nissan Rogue and Rogue Sport vehicles was engaging in cases where there was no obstruction in the path of the vehicle. The CAS petition additionally alleges that, based on Nissan's actions, the manufacturer is aware of the issue due to issuing a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) launching two "Quality Actions," ...
Component: Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
Opened 2019-04-08 · Closed 2019-09-16
NHTSA received a letter from the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) on March 21, 2019 alleging that the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system on Model Year (MY) 2017-2018 Nissan Rogue and Rogue Sport vehicles was engaging in cases where there was no obstruction in the path of the vehicle. The CAS petition additionally alleged that, based on Nissan's actions, the manufacturer was aware of the issue due to issuing a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) launching two Quality Actions, and initiation of a C...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Nissan Rogue
Has the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE been recalled?
Yes, the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE has 5 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE have?
The 2017 NISSAN ROGUE has 576 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 57 involved crashes. 60 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
The 2017 NISSAN ROGUE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of good (4/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE involve unknown or other (77 complaints), power train (74 complaints), air bags (46 complaints). Other affected components include service brakes, forward collision avoidance, engine.
How many crash reports does the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE have?
There are 57 crash reports associated with the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE out of 576 total complaints (9.9% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE have?
There are 6 fire reports for the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE out of 576 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
60 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE is proceed with caution. It has 576 complaints, 5 recalls, and a good (4/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE are: 1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (77 complaints), 2. POWER TRAIN (74 complaints), 3. AIR BAGS (46 complaints), 4. SERVICE BRAKES (44 complaints), 5. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (27 complaints). UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the single most-reported problem area with 77 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
Be cautious of electrical system issues, air bag malfunctions, and service brake failures. Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure safety. The 2017 NISSAN ROGUE has 576 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it good (4/5).
How reliable is the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
The 2017 NISSAN ROGUE receives a reliability score of 57/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 576 owner complaints, 5 recalls, and 63 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Electrical System Issues and Air Bag Malfunction.
What are the known issues with the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE?
Known issues with the 2017 NISSAN ROGUE include: Electrical System Issues, Air Bag Malfunction, Service Brakes Failure, Forward Collision Avoidance System Failure. These are based on patterns found across 576 NHTSA complaints. 5 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common safety issues with the 2017 Nissan Rogue?
The most common safety issues include electrical system failures, air bag malfunctions, service brake failures, and forward collision avoidance system failures.
Are there any recalls for the 2017 Nissan Rogue?
Yes, there are recalls for electrical system issues, air bag sensors, and service brakes. Check for specific recalls related to your vehicle.
What should I do if I experience electrical system issues in my 2017 Nissan Rogue?
If you experience electrical system issues, have your vehicle inspected by a professional to ensure safety and proper functioning.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of electrical system issues, air bag malfunctions, and service brake failures. Regular maintenance is crucial to ensure safety.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Nissan Rogue
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Nissan Rogue. The data includes 576 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 5 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 57 reported crashes, 6 fire incidents, 60 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2017 Nissan Rogue an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16