2011 Nissan Rogue Problems
What owners have reported about the 2011 Nissan Rogue, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2011 Nissan Rogue a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 362 complaints with NHTSA, the 9th most of 19 Rogue model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, acceleration and speed control and electrical system.
362 complaints 2 recalls, 1 fire risk 9th worst of 19 Rogue years
Top 2011 Nissan Rogue problems
Transmission problems
189 complaints (52%) name the transmission, most often the automatic transmission.
Acceleration problems
62 complaints (17%) name the acceleration and speed control, most often the cruise control.
Electrical problems
52 complaints (14%) name the electrical system, most often the horn.
Engine problems
47 complaints (13%) name the engine.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (284 of 362). The amber line is the middle value, about 82,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2011 Nissan Rogue recalls
Water and salt can short wiring, causing fire
Fire riskSnow, water, and road salt can seep through the driver-side carpet and reach the wiring harness connector near the kick panel. This can cause an electrical short, which can start a vehicle fire.
Fix: A dealer will inspect the kick panel wiring harness connector and, if needed, install a new connector and waterproof seal at no charge.
Recall 15V032000 · Jan 2015Electric power assist system
The circuit board may not have been installed in the correct position on certain electric power steering (EPS) assist control units. This may cause additional stress on the solder of the terminal to the circuit board resulting in the solder cracking and separating completely from the circuit board. As the circuit board fails, the power steering assist feature will stop functioning, increasing the force needed to steer the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS control unit if necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during december 2011.
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Rogue years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2011 Nissan Rogue problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2011 Nissan Rogue a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 362 complaints with NHTSA, the 9th most of 19 Rogue model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, acceleration and speed control and electrical system.
What are the most common 2011 Nissan Rogue problems?
Owners most often report problems with the transmission, acceleration and speed control, electrical system and engine. 189 complaints (52%) name the transmission, most often the automatic transmission.
At what mileage do 2011 Nissan Rogue transmission problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 65,000–103,000 miles, with a middle value near 86,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2011 Nissan Rogue have?
2. Water and salt can short wiring, causing fire (15V032000); Electric power assist system (11V565000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2011 Nissan Rogue?
Ask for service records covering the transmission, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2020 and 2025 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.