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2016 Nissan Rogue Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 23 steering complaints for the 2016 Nissan Rogue, 4% of its 540 total complaints that year, with 2 crashes and 1 fire linked to this area. Median mileage at failure was 2,999 miles. No steering-specific recall is on file for this model year.

Steering complaints
23
4% of 540
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
2,999 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

  • Owners report sudden loss of steering control while driving, including one case where the wheel locked mid-turn and led to a collision.
  • Some describe the power steering cutting out momentarily, causing the wheel to jerk before power returned seconds later.
  • Several owners note a persistent vibration or shaking felt through the steering wheel and floor, especially during turns or at highway speed.
  • A clicking or squeaking noise from the steering wheel or front wheel area was reported shortly after purchase in some cases.
  • One owner reported the steering feeling off and suspected a bad control arm affecting alignment.
  • One complaint described the power steering going out partway, forcing evasive action to avoid another vehicle.

When 2016 Nissan Rogue steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 26, 2016, latest Dec 4, 2024.

2016 Nissan Rogue steering complaints: complaints filed per month2Jul 2016Jan 2017Oct 2019Jan 2021Jul 2022Dec 2022Dec 2024
23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2016 to Dec 2024; peak Sep 2016 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2016 Nissan Rogue

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Rogue model year

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

  1. 20109 (3%)
  2. 201117 (5%)
  3. 20123 (1%)
  4. 201312 (2%)
  5. 20147 (2%)
  6. 201513 (2%)
  7. 201623 (4%)
  8. 201723 (4%)
  9. 201819 (3%)
  10. 201911 (3%)
  11. 20204 (3%)
  12. 202118 (6%)
  13. 20226 (3%)
  14. 20239 (1%)
  15. 20242 (1%)
  16. 20252 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2016 Nissan Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 23 steering-related complaints for the 2016 Rogue, which is 4% of all 540 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2016 Nissan Rogue?
No related recalls are listed for the steering area on the 2016 Rogue in this data.
At what mileage do steering problems tend to show up?
The median mileage at failure among steering complaints for the 2016 Rogue is 2,999 miles.
Did any 2016 Rogue steering complaints involve crashes or fires?
Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury associated with steering-area complaints for the 2016 Rogue.
Is the steering complaint rate on the 2016 Rogue worse than other years?
The 2016 Rogue's steering share of 4% matches 2017 and is higher than most other model years, though 2021 had a higher 6% share.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.