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NHTSA crash test of the 2022 Nissan Rogue

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2022 Nissan Rogue

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

6Recalls
238Complaints
1Investigations
ABOUT THE NISSAN ROGUE

The Nissan Rogue is a five-passenger compact crossover SUV competing in one of the most hotly contested segments in the American market. Aimed squarely at families and commuters who want a practical, fuel-conscious daily driver with available all-wheel drive, the Rogue has consistently ranked among the best-selling vehicles in the United States. Our coverage spans the 2019 through 2025 model years.

VERDICT

The 2022 Nissan Rogue earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 6 recalls on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Nissan Rogue as a comfortable, family-friendly compact crossover with a spacious interior and smooth ride quality that suits everyday driving well. Most find it a sensible mainstream choice in a crowded segment, though professional assessments tend to note that it faces stiff competition from rivals that edge it out on driving dynamics and some technology features.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 17.9%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 17136

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record11.75/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL25V437000

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.

Reported 2025-06-27

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION22V772000

Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The IVI software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.

Reported 2022-10-13

SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY22V666000

Risk: Seat belts that do not retract properly may be difficult to operate, preventing their usage, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 27, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC915.

Reported 2022-09-01

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY22V660000

Risk: A hole in the fuel tank could leak, increasing the risk of fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 23, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC912.

Reported 2022-08-31

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V527000

Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.

Reported 2022-07-21

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY22V259000

Risk: Road debris may puncture the thin fuel tank wall, causing a gas leak and increasing the risk of a fire. In addition, the fuel tank may not perform as expected during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly and install a new lock ring, gasket, and o-ring seal, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC887.

Reported 2022-04-14

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

238 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

5reported crash
0reported fire
3reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsEngine 122Fuel/Propulsion System 42Engine And Engine Cooling 42Unknown Or Other 34Power Train 33Electrical System 18

Other Rogue years

Rivals in SUV (2022)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 17136), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Nissan Rogue 2022. Class rank 83 of 135 in SUV 2022. Methodology · Disclosure