If you drive a late-model Nissan Rogue, you now face a major safety alert. The company is recalling roughly 643,000 of these compact SUVs for mechanical defects tied to engine performance and transmission-related components, with the potential for power loss, stalling, or gear issues that can sharply increase crash risk. The campaign consists of two separate recalls that together affect 642,698 vehicles and require prompt attention from you as an owner.
The defects are serious but fixable, and repairs will be performed at no cost. Your main job is to confirm whether your Rogue is included, determine which problem it might have, and schedule the repair as soon as your dealer can take you in. By handling those steps promptly, you can keep driving with far greater confidence.
What is being recalled and why it matters to you
This is one of the largest recent safety campaigns for this model, with Nissan issuing two recalls that together cover 642,698 Rogue SUVs in the United States. Reporting indicates that about 643,000 vehicles are involved when rounded, and the action focuses on compact Rogues built in recent years with newer powertrain technology that combines turbocharged engines and complex throttle systems. One of the recalls targets the risk that internal engine components can fail and lead to sudden power loss, while the other addresses defective gears inside the electronic throttle body that can crack or break, disrupting airflow and fuel delivery and in turn affecting acceleration or starting.
Regulators describe the stakes in stark terms: if the engine loses power or a key component in the throttle body fails while you are driving, your Rogue can slow unexpectedly or stall, which raises the risk of a rear-end collision or leaves you vulnerable while merging or crossing traffic. The recall also responds to concerns that certain gear-related issues in the drivetrain can interfere with proper shifting, adding another layer of hazard. Federal safety officials track these problems through the national recall database, and you can see the official defect descriptions on the NHTSA recalls portal, which is the same system your dealer uses to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
How the two Rogue recalls break down
As an owner, you are dealing with two overlapping but distinct problems. Coverage summaries explain that Nissan has split the 642,698 affected Rogues into separate campaigns tied to different mechanical failures, both of which can affect how your SUV accelerates or maintains speed. One group of vehicles, including a large block of 323,917 units built between October of 2022 and November of 2024, is associated with an engine design that can suffer internal damage, which in some cases can lead to engine failure, power loss, or a no-start condition. Another group, which includes 318,781 Rogues, is linked to a defect in the electronic throttle body where the plastic gear can degrade, crack, or break, leading to erratic throttle response or a stall.
The throttle-related issue has been described as involving Self Destructing Throttle Bodies, language that reflects how the plastic gear inside the unit can essentially destroy itself through normal use. In the 318,781 affected vehicles, the faulty throttle body can cause your Rogue to hesitate, lose power, or fail to start, and in some cases it can trigger warning lights or limp-home behavior designed to protect the engine. Separate reporting notes that about 600,000 Rogue vehicles are covered under the two campaigns for engine failure and broken throttle body gears, both of which can sharply increase crash risk if you ignore the recall and keep driving without repair. One detailed breakdown of the campaigns states that Nissan is recalling 323,917 vehicles from that October of 2022 to November of 2024 production window as part of the larger 642,698 total, which helps you estimate whether your own build date is likely to fall inside the affected range by checking your door jamb label and cross-referencing it with detailed recall breakdowns.
Specific risks: from engine fire to sudden power loss
This is not just an inconvenience; it involves hazards that can escalate quickly if you are on a highway or in busy traffic. Reports on the recall warn that some of the affected Rogues with the turbocharged three-cylinder engine can experience internal damage that leads to engine failure, which can cause the vehicle to lose motive power while moving. In some scenarios, oil or fuel leaks associated with that failure can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire, especially if hot surfaces are exposed to flammable fluids. Other descriptions of the defect emphasize that the problem can cause a sudden drop in power or a stall, both of which leave you with limited ability to maneuver out of harm’s way.
The throttle body issue carries its own set of risks. If the gear inside the electronic throttle body cracks, your Rogue can experience unpredictable throttle response, including hesitation when you press the accelerator or surging that does not match your pedal input. In more severe cases, the gear can break completely, which may cause the engine to go into a reduced-power mode or shut off. Owners have been warned that this can happen at speed and that a stall in traffic raises the chance of a collision, especially if following drivers do not have time to react. Earlier recall histories for the 2022 Rogue already flagged how Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical problems can lead to engine failure, and the stated Consequence in those records was that Engine failure increases the risk of a crash, which is exactly the type of outcome this new campaign is trying to prevent by pulling 643,000 vehicles off the road for inspection and repair.
How to check if your Rogue is included
You have several straightforward ways to confirm whether your specific SUV is part of the 643,000-vehicle recall. Start with your 17-character vehicle identification number, which you will find on your registration, insurance card, or on a plate visible at the base of the windshield on the driver’s side. Once you have that number, you can plug it into the federal database on the national recall search page, which will return any open safety recalls tied to your VIN, including those associated with the Rogue engine and throttle body issues. That check is free, takes only a few minutes, and gives you the same information your dealer sees when they pull up your record.
You can also go straight to the manufacturer. Nissan maintains its own lookup tool where you enter your VIN to see whether your Rogue is part of the roughly 643,000 vehicles in this campaign and whether any past recalls are still outstanding. That site is especially useful if you prefer to work directly with the automaker’s systems and want model-specific guidance on next steps. To use it, visit the Nissan recall lookup page, enter your VIN, and follow the prompts. If you prefer a more traditional route, you can wait for a mailed notice, but given the scale of this recall and the potential for engine failure, you are better off checking online now instead of waiting for a letter to arrive.
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