Nissan has issued two separate recalls affecting a combined 642,698 Rogue SUVs due to critical defects that could cause engine fires or sudden loss of power. The recalls target model years 2023 through 2025 of Nissan’s best-selling crossover SUV.
What’s Being Recalled?
The first recall covers 323,917 Rogue SUVs from model years 2023 to 2025 for engine bearing failures. The second recall involves 318,781 Rogue SUVs from model years 2024 and 2025 for throttle body defects. All affected vehicles are equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5-liter VC-Turbo engines.
Nissan will mail notification letters to owners on March 27, 2026. The recall numbers are R25E2 and R25E3.
Why Were These Vehicles Recalled?
The first recall addresses engine bearings that can wear out or fail prematurely. When bearings fail, they shed metal debris that damages the engine block and allows hot oil to leak onto hot components, creating a fire hazard. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports this can also cause complete loss of drive power. Nissan has confirmed 690 warranty claims related to engine failures.
The second recall involves broken gears within the electronic throttle body assembly. Faulty engine control module software causes plastic gears to weaken and fracture during routine diagnostic tests. When a gear fractures, it can interfere with other gears and prevent the throttle from operating properly, causing the engine to stall and fail to restart. Nissan has confirmed 3,111 warranty claims related to this problem.
What Should You Do?
The recalls were announced on February 19, 2026. Owners should watch for warning signs including unusual engine noises, rough running, reduced power warnings, or dashboard malfunction lights.
Nissan dealers will inspect affected vehicles and perform repairs free of charge. For the throttle body recall, dealers will reprogram the engine control module and replace the throttle body if necessary. For the engine bearing recall, dealers will reprogram the module, scan for codes, test drive the vehicle, and inspect the oil pan for metal debris. If debris is found, Nissan will replace the entire engine at no cost. The automaker estimates only 0.6% of vehicles will require full engine replacement.
Owners can contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or check their VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/nissan-recall-643000-vehicles-engine-gear-issues/
