2022 Nissan Rogue Engine Problems
Engine problems account for 174 of 237 complaints (73%) on the 2022 Nissan Rogue, the highest share of any model year. A related recall (25V437000) covers the 1.5L/2.0L variable compression turbo engine and requires an ECM software reprogram.
- Engine complaints
- 174
- 73% of 237
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 61,350 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Sudden loss of power or 'Engine Malfunction Power Reduce' warnings appear on the dash, sometimes followed by stalling.
- Engine stalls unexpectedly while idling or driving at low speeds, then fails to restart and triggers multiple warning messages.
- Vehicle shakes, makes unusual noise, and the engine light comes on before the engine cuts out entirely, even at highway speeds.
- Oil leaks near the engine compartment traced to a failed oil pan.
- Owners report repeated engine failures with knocking noises, in some cases tied to the engine bearing recall.
- A faulty EGR valve has been linked to sputtering, stalling, and loss of brakes/power steering while driving.
When 2022 Nissan Rogue engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 18, 2023, latest Sep 21, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2022 Nissan Rogue
- NHTSA 25V437000Jun 27, 2025Engine443,899 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
Engine complaints by Rogue model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems in the 2022 Nissan Rogue?
- Engine complaints make up 174 of 237 total complaints for the 2022 Rogue, or 73% of all reported issues — the highest share among Rogue model years.
- Is there a recall for the 2022 Nissan Rogue engine?
- Yes. Recall 25V437000 covers 2021-2024 Rogue models with the 1.5L 3-cylinder or 2.0L 4-cylinder variable compression turbo engine. Nissan's remedy is a free ECM software reprogram.
- At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data lists a median mileage at failure of 61,350 miles for engine-related complaints on the 2022 Rogue.
- Have engine problems caused crashes or fires?
- NHTSA records show 2 crashes and 1 fire associated with engine complaints on the 2022 Rogue, with no reported injuries.
- Does the recall fix the stalling issue?
- The recall remedy is an ECM software reprogram, but some owners in NHTSA complaints report stalling or power loss even after the recall was addressed.