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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.

2022 Nissan Rogue engine complaints: complaints filed per month17Jan 2023Aug 2023Mar 2024Sep 2024Feb 2025Jul 2025Dec 2025May 2026
174 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2025 (17).

Engine recalls for the 2022 Nissan Rogue

  1. 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.

  1. 201098 (35%)
  2. 201194 (26%)
  3. 201276 (24%)
  4. 2013167 (27%)
  5. 201481 (18%)
  6. 201572 (13%)
  7. 201686 (16%)
  8. 2017103 (17%)
  9. 201891 (14%)
  10. 201936 (11%)
  11. 202013 (9%)
  12. 202167 (23%)
  13. 2022174 (73%)
  14. 2023410 (57%)
  15. 202478 (39%)
  16. 202511 (6%)

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.

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.