How common are transmission problems in the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport?

NHTSA lists 23 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 model year, which is 31% of the 74 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport transmission?

No. NHTSA does not list any related recalls for this problem area on the 2017 Rogue Sport.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 69,500 miles.

Did any transmission complaints involve crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA records show 1 crash and 2 injuries among the complaints filed in this problem area for the 2017 Rogue Sport.

How does 2017 compare to other Rogue Sport model years for this problem?

The 2017 model year has the highest share at 31%, compared to 14% for 2018, 11% for 2019, 13% for 2020, and 0% for 2021 and 2022.

2017 Nissan Rogue Sport Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 23 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport, 31% of all 74 complaints filed for that year. The median mileage at failure is 69,500 miles, and there is no related recall on file.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 23; 31% of 74
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 69,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the CVT losing power or acceleration suddenly, with the engine revving but the vehicle not moving forward.
Some describe the transmission jerking or fluctuating in speed while cruise control was engaged, sometimes with a diagnostic code pointing to CVT judder.
Several owners say the vehicle stalled or lost forward and reverse motion entirely, requiring a restart to regain function.
Some report a rattling sensation from the transmission along with reduced acceleration, as if the car were stuck in first gear.
A few owners noticed inconsistent power delivery relative to how far the accelerator was pressed, worsening over time.
One complaint describes the vehicle rolling backward unexpectedly after a stop, requiring the engine to be turned off and on to correct.

When 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport transmission complaints were filed

First complaint May 7, 2021, latest Oct 28, 2025.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2021 to Oct 2025; peak Apr 2023 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Rogue Sport model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201723 (31%)
201813 (14%)
201911 (11%)
20205 (13%)
20210 (0%)
20220 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport?: NHTSA lists 23 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 model year, which is 31% of the 74 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport transmission?: No. NHTSA does not list any related recalls for this problem area on the 2017 Rogue Sport.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 69,500 miles.
Did any transmission complaints involve crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA records show 1 crash and 2 injuries among the complaints filed in this problem area for the 2017 Rogue Sport.
How does 2017 compare to other Rogue Sport model years for this problem?: The 2017 model year has the highest share at 31%, compared to 14% for 2018, 11% for 2019, 13% for 2020, and 0% for 2021 and 2022.