How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2021 Nissan Rogue have?

NHTSA lists 24 Structure & Body complaints for the 2021 Rogue, which is 8% of the 288 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2021 Nissan Rogue related to structure or body issues?

Yes. Recall campaign 21V474000 covers improperly welded second-row upper tether wires that could prevent a child seat from being securely anchored. Dealers inspect and replace rear seatbacks as necessary, free of charge.

At what mileage do 2021 Rogue owners report structure and body problems?

The median mileage at failure for these complaints is 41,000 miles.

Did any 2021 Rogue structure/body complaints involve fire or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 1 fire and 0 crashes among the 24 Structure & Body complaints for the 2021 Rogue, with 0 injuries reported.

2021 Nissan Rogue Structure & Body Problems

Structure & Body issues account for 24 complaints on the 2021 Nissan Rogue, 8% of its 288 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 41,000 miles. A related recall (21V474000) covers improperly welded second-row seat tether wires.

Structure & Body complaints: 24; 8% of 288
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 41,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Water leaks around the A-pillar and roof rail area let moisture into side airbags and speaker electronics, sometimes requiring weeks at the dealership to trace.
Headliner staining and wetness near the rear window recur after clip replacements, raising mold concerns.
Rear bumper panels show gaps and grip/hook misalignment that create noise and vibration.
Driver seats develop unwanted play, moving during braking or acceleration even after dealer inspection.
Rear wheel well weatherstrip moldings detach at highway speed, exposing mounting screws and risking tire damage.
Driver seat heating element reportedly failed and ignited seat material, causing a fire with no reported injuries.

When 2021 Nissan Rogue body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 23, 2021, latest Jul 28, 2026.

24 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2021 to Jul 2026; peak Dec 2025 (3).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2021 Nissan Rogue

NHTSA 21V474000Jun 24, 2021Structure & Body47,098 vehicles
Seats:mid/rear assembly
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. The second-row upper tether wires may have been improperly welded to the seatback frame, preventing a child seat from being securely anchored. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk: An insecurely anchored child seat can move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seatbacks as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC812.

Structure & Body complaints by Rogue model year

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

20106 (2%)
201115 (4%)
201215 (5%)
201336 (6%)
201450 (11%)
201559 (11%)
201654 (10%)
201751 (9%)
201832 (5%)
201922 (7%)
202017 (11%)
202124 (8%)
20223 (1%)
202320 (3%)
20249 (4%)
202511 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2021 Nissan Rogue have?: NHTSA lists 24 Structure & Body complaints for the 2021 Rogue, which is 8% of the 288 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Nissan Rogue related to structure or body issues?: Yes. Recall campaign 21V474000 covers improperly welded second-row upper tether wires that could prevent a child seat from being securely anchored. Dealers inspect and replace rear seatbacks as necessary, free of charge.
At what mileage do 2021 Rogue owners report structure and body problems?: The median mileage at failure for these complaints is 41,000 miles.
Did any 2021 Rogue structure/body complaints involve fire or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 1 fire and 0 crashes among the 24 Structure & Body complaints for the 2021 Rogue, with 0 injuries reported.