How common are electrical problems in the 2016 Nissan Rogue?

NHTSA lists 132 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Rogue, which is 24% of its 540 total complaints, the highest share among all Rogue model years.

Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2016 Nissan Rogue?

Yes. Recall 22V024000 covers 2014-2016 Rogue vehicles with an under-dash wiring connector that can corrode from water and salt intrusion at the driver's foot well. A separate recall, 23V093000, addresses a jackknife ignition key issue.

At what mileage do 2016 Rogue electrical problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Electrical System complaints on the 2016 Rogue is 54,000 miles.

Did the 2016 Nissan Rogue electrical problems cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 fires and 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to Electrical System complaints on the 2016 Rogue.

2016 Nissan Rogue Electrical System Problems

Electrical System complaints account for 132 of 540 total complaints (24%) filed against the 2016 Nissan Rogue, the highest share of any model year. NHTSA has issued a recall (22V024000) for corroded under-dash wiring connectors, and owners reported failures at a median mileage of 54,000.

Electrical System complaints: 132; 24% of 540
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 54,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the under-dash wiring harness connector corroding from water and salt intrusion, sometimes triggering warning lights, window and mirror failures, or vehicle stalling, tied to recall 22V024000.
Several owners describe the vehicle stalling or losing power steering while driving, with warning lights and in two cases a fire starting in the engine compartment.
Some report the air conditioning intermittently blowing warm air or stopping entirely, or the heater blowing cold air instead of heat.
Others describe power windows, mirrors, wipers, or infotainment systems failing intermittently, sometimes after the recall repair was performed.
A few owners report the front collision sensor triggering unexpected automatic braking with no obstacle present, along with infotainment resets.

When 2016 Nissan Rogue electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 3, 2016, latest Aug 24, 2026.

132 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q4 to 2026 Q3; peak 2022 Q3 (16).

Electrical System recalls for the 2016 Nissan Rogue

NHTSA 23V093000Feb 16, 2023Electrical System712,458 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition:anti-theft:immobilizer/proximity:key/sender
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.
Risk: Driver contact with a key in the collapsed position could inadvertently shut off the vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the vehicle shuts off while driving, the air bags may not deploy in a crash as intended, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.
NHTSA 22V024000Jan 21, 2022Electrical System664,779 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Rogue vehicles. The electrical connector for the under dash harness may corrode due to water and salt intrusion from the driver's side foot well.
Risk: Corrosion in the electrical connector can result in power window/seat failure, all-wheel-drive warning light illumination, battery drainage, and electrical connector damage that increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the harness tape and harness covering and replace both connectors and apply white lithium grease to the connectors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21B9.

Electrical System complaints by Rogue model year

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

201034 (12%)
201155 (15%)
201242 (13%)
201368 (11%)
201476 (17%)
201589 (16%)
2016132 (24%)
201779 (13%)
201899 (15%)
201965 (19%)
202035 (23%)
202161 (21%)
202221 (9%)
202358 (8%)
202422 (11%)
20256 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2016 Nissan Rogue?: NHTSA lists 132 Electrical System complaints for the 2016 Rogue, which is 24% of its 540 total complaints, the highest share among all Rogue model years.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2016 Nissan Rogue?: Yes. Recall 22V024000 covers 2014-2016 Rogue vehicles with an under-dash wiring connector that can corrode from water and salt intrusion at the driver's foot well. A separate recall, 23V093000, addresses a jackknife ignition key issue.
At what mileage do 2016 Rogue electrical problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Electrical System complaints on the 2016 Rogue is 54,000 miles.
Did the 2016 Nissan Rogue electrical problems cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 fires and 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to Electrical System complaints on the 2016 Rogue.