2012 Nissan Rogue Problems
What owners have reported about the 2012 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 2012 Nissan Rogue a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 318 complaints with NHTSA, the 12th most of 19 Rogue model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, engine and electrical system.
318 complaints 2 recalls, 1 fire risk 12th worst of 19 Rogue years
Top 2012 Nissan Rogue problems
Transmission problems
136 complaints (43%) name the transmission, most often the clutch assembly and automatic transmission.
Engine problems
45 complaints (14%) name the engine.
Electrical problems
42 complaints (13%) name the electrical system.
Airbag problems
41 complaints (13%) name the airbags.
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 (212 of 318). The amber line is the middle value, about 72,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2012 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 2015Pressure monitoring and regulating systems
During assembly, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) was not activated. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 138,â”tire pressure monitoring system.â” A non-active TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.
Fix: All of the affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers have been instructed to activate all of the tire pressure monitoring systems.
Recall 12V068000 · Feb 2012Get an email when your 2012 Nissan Rogue gets a new recall
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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.
2012 Nissan Rogue problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2012 Nissan Rogue a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 318 complaints with NHTSA, the 12th most of 19 Rogue model years. The most reported problems involve the transmission, engine and electrical system.
What are the most common 2012 Nissan Rogue problems?
Owners most often report problems with the transmission, engine, electrical system and airbags. 136 complaints (43%) name the transmission, most often the clutch assembly and automatic transmission.
At what mileage do 2012 Nissan Rogue transmission problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 65,000–106,000 miles, with a middle value near 81,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2012 Nissan Rogue have?
2. Water and salt can short wiring, causing fire (15V032000); Pressure monitoring and regulating systems (12V068000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2012 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.