10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
3 / 0
Average Mileage:
68,965 miles

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problem #97

Jan 152012

Rogue

  • 42,000 miles
I purchase my 2008 Nissan Rogue brand new and 4 years after I purchase my vehicle the airbag light came on and is still on today as well as my seat belt light. My car has not been misused or abused and the airbag should last for the life of the car. There was a recall campaign bulletin for 2007-2009 for the passenger air bag occupant classification system ref# ntb08-095A that included the 2008 Nissan Rogue and a list of other cars, but when I took this issue to the dealer I was informed that my car was'nt selected for a recall. I'm a very safe driver so I have'nt had any accidents but I I'm in fear that in the event of an accident my airbag will not work due to the manufactures defect in making these vehicle.

- Calumet City, IL, USA

problem #96

Feb 182018

Rogue 4-cyl

  • 150,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the passenger's side air bag warning light would illuminate intermittently while driving at various speeds. The contact took the vehicle to courtesy Nissan (1777 N central expy, richardson, tx 75080) where she was informed that there were no recalls on her vehicle and she was given an estimate for the repair. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who linked her failure to NHTSA campaign number: 08V521000 (air bags) however, her vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was then notified of the failure who also informed her that her vehicle had not been placed under recall. They offered no further assistance. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000. Consumer noted vehicle was a special ordered on Oct. 2007.

- Garland, TX, USA

problem #95

Jul 012017

Rogue

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan rouge. The contact stated that while the wife was driving approximately 5 mph a second vehicle crash into the passenger side of the vehicle. During the crash the passenger side air bag erroneously deployed and damaged the front passenger side seat. No occupant or items were seated in the passenger seat during the incident. The driver side air bag did not deploy. The driver sustained back and lumbar injuries which required medical treatment. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The vehicle had been repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000. Invalid VIN.

- Waltboro, SC, USA

problem #94

Jul 022019

Rogue 4-cyl

  • 175,213 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue sl. The contact stated that the passenger air bag occupant sensor failed intermittently while the passenger seat was occupied. Over time, the sensor completely failed and the air bag warning light flashed on the instrument panel. This occured in July of 2019 at mileage 175213. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. The contact did not know of a recall on airbags on her year and make of vehicle until February 2020. A dealer was contacted and advised the contact to call the manufacturer. The contact linked the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 08V521000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the mfg said that the VIN was not included. Even though the car was experiencing the same symptoms that the other 2008 Rogues that were recalled did, the mfg refused to include the contact's vehicle in the recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact researched the cost to fix the failure and it would be over $2000. The mfg told the contact that due to the current mileage of the vehicle, 190218 as of Feb 2020, they could not offer any assistance. Contact was told the car was too old and had too many miles for them to give any assistance.

- St. Anne, MO, USA

problem #93

Mar 022017

Rogue

  • 68 miles
The passenger air bag sensor does not recognize an adult sitting in the seat. This looks to be a common problem for Rogue. There is a recall for this issue but not for my VIN seatbelt does not register as being secure leaving seatbelt light on in car.

- Quincy, MA, USA

problem #92

Oct 052019

Rogue

  • miles
The air bag light started flashing when no damage was done to the car.

- WaimāNalo, HI, USA

problem #91

Jun 012016

Rogue

  • 110,000 miles
Passenger air bag sensor stopped working disabling the passenger air bag.

- Greensboro, NC, USA

problem #90

Oct 172017

Rogue

  • 115,286 miles
Takata recall air bag light is

- Poway, CA, USA

problem #89

Feb 012019

Rogue

  • miles
Air bag indicator on dash flashing. Fault indicates that the passenger seat has a faulty seat cushion sensor. Dealer stated that owner has to pay $2,000 to repair. In the mean time any passenger riding in the passenger seat does not have airbag protection. I do not understand why Nissan is not required to repair safety issues?

- Homestead, FL, USA

problem #88

Feb 272019

Rogue

  • 158,000 miles
Current recall on 2008 Nissan rouge for seat sensor affecting airbag. Had vehicle diagnosed with a Nissan dealer usa. Occupant seat sensor failure. Was told that the VIN wasn't included in the current recall and repair would cost over $2000 out of my pocket.

- Homestead, FL, USA

problem #87

Apr 052018

Rogue

  • miles
Airbag light flashing, one long followed by 5 short blinks, indicating a defective passenger seat airbag sensor. It flashes continuously while the car is turned on. It has been reset and assesed by the dealer. Other 2008 Nissan Rogues have been recalled by my VIN number is not included.

- Charlottesville, VA, USA

problem #86

Feb 082019

Rogue

  • miles
Opened my car, started the car, could not get out of my car. The doors would not open. Had to get out through the trunk area. Tried to open/close the car door with the key, the car locked and unlocked at the same time. The vehicle was stationary. On a city street.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #85

Nov 142018

Rogue

  • 1 miles
Passenger air bag is not registering that it is working properly. The light flashes on and off constantly even when there is a passenger in the seat with the seat belt buckled. It stay on when the car is in motion, stationary, on a city street, highway or turning.

- Felton, DE, USA

problem #84

Nov 022018

Rogue

  • 101,150 miles
My car will start, slowing down while I am driving. I called Nissan on several things concerning this car. Nissan has not had a recall on their 2008-2010 Rogue yet. 2008 is the 1st generation of this vehicle. I have had engine cradle problems, control arm problems. These car makers need to be held accountable for their product.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #83

Feb 092018

Rogue

  • miles
Current recall on 2008 Nissan rouge for seat sensor affecting airbag. Had vehicle diagnosed and opened a complaint with Nissan usa. Occupant seat sensor failure. Was told that the VIN wasn't included in the current recall and repair would cost over $2000 out of my pocket.

- Garland, TX, USA

problem #82

May 012018

Rogue

  • 100,000 miles
The no occupant airbag light stays on even when an adult sits in the passenger seat and the airbag light consistently flashes when the key is in the ignition (engine on and off). There is currently a similar recall but I am told that my VIN is not part of the recall.

- Indian Orchard, MA, USA

problem #81

Aug 102018

Rogue

  • 80,000 miles
The passenger air bag is malfunctioning. Stay lit even with adult seated on passenger side. Dasboard blinking airbag light while engine is on and driving

- Matawan, NJ, USA

problem #80

Apr 302018

Rogue

  • 125,000 miles
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Rogue. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle decelerated to 40 mph and failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact also stated that the horn seized, and the air bag, evap, and check engine warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to destination Nissan (770 central ave, albany, NY 12206, 518-438-8461), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures and denied the claim for the transmission. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.

- Rensselaer, NY, USA

problem #79

Jul 072018

Rogue

  • 181,000 miles
My passenger seat is not registering an occupant and now airbag light is flashing.

- Winthrop, ME, USA

problem #78

Feb 072018

Rogue

  • 151,422 miles
My Nissan roguenwas one of the first models introduced in 2008. Since then there have been a few recalls that my Rogue hasn't been eligeable for. One of my recalls right now is the sensor in the pending under the seat for the airbag. The recall says the sensor will still be illuminated when a passenger is sitting in the seat meaning that the sensor for the air bag is malfunctioning. Have called the dealership and the car manufacturers for Nissan and they just won't help at all.

- Marlborough, MA, USA

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