Model year guide

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints35
Combined28 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport recalls 3

Seat Belts:front:retractor NHTSA Campaign #21V555000 · 21/07/2021

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue Sport vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, reducing the protection offered to an installed child seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Fix: Dealers will replace the front passenger seat belt and as necessary both outer rear seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is RT049 & RT050.

Structure:body:door:hinge And Attachments NHTSA Campaign #21V525000 · 09/07/2021

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue Sport vehicles. The liftgate hinges can separate from the vehicle during a rear end crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right liftgate hinges, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 7, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A7.

Electrical System:ignition:anti-theft:immobilizer/proximity:key/sender NHTSA Campaign #23V093000 · 16/02/2023

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.

Fix: 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 …

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport common problems

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City26 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,400
EPA size classSmall Station Wagons
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume23 cu ft

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,000
Fuel only$12,000
Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport trims & engines on record

Trims
SV
Engines
2.0L

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport vehicles on record

Other Nissan Rogue Sport model years

2021 Nissan Rogue Sport — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport?

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are forward collision avoidance, engine, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport get?

The 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport has a U.S. EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined (26 city / 31 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.