2009 Nissan Rogue Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Nissan Rogue. Part of Generation 1 — 2008–2013.

20082010
Complaints
430
per 10K Sold
55.7
US Sales
77,222
Crashes
10
Fires
5
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2009 Nissan Rogue Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#199 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:83,465 mi
Crash-related:4
#298 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:96,114 mi
#330 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:82,000 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Nissan Rogue.

Airbags
99
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
83,465
Transmission / Drivetrain
98
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
96,114
Engine Problems
30
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
82,000
Unintended Acceleration
26
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
74,836
Electrical Faults
24
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
77,644
Seat-Related Issues
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
74,280
Fuel System
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
88,656
Body Structure
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
79,968
Gasoline Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
60,945
Seat Belt Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
69,575
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
83,635
Structure:Body:Door
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
66,499
Suspension Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
79,550
Latches / Locks
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
58,600
Electronic Stability Control
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wiring & Fuses
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2009 Nissan Rogue

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~476,763 vehicles.

15V032000Electrical System
~468,815 affected

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 the harness connector.

10V401000Equipment:electrical:navigational System(global Positioning System)
~7,948 affected

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.

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2009 Nissan Rogue — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 Nissan Rogue reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2009 Nissan Rogue has 430 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 99 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Nissan Rogue?
Top reported problems: Airbags (99 complaints, avg 83,465 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (98 complaints, avg 96,114 mi); Engine Problems (30 complaints, avg 82,000 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Nissan Rogue?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 83,812 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 Nissan Rogue?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Nissan Rogue include 10 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2009 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 476,763 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2009 Nissan Rogue?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Rogue reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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