2025 Nissan Rogue Problems: What Owners Need to Know
An in-depth analysis of the 2025 Nissan Rogue’s most reported issues, combining Lemberg Law’s internal data, NHTSA complaints, consumer feedback, and expert industry insights.
The 2025 Nissan Rogue is marketed as a stylish, tech-forward compact SUV designed for comfort and everyday use. Positioned as a competitive option in its class, it boasts advanced safety features and a fuel-efficient turbocharged engine. However, numerous owners have reported various problems impacting performance, reliability, and safety. This article investigates these common complaints using data from NHTSA reports, consumer feedback, and industry sources to help current and prospective owners understand the issues and lemon law options.
According to multiple data sources including the NHTSA data, the 2025 Nissan Rogue exhibits recurring issues mainly related to its engine, electrical system, infotainment, and rear window stability. Below is a summary of the most frequently reported problems:
Rear hatch window shattering: Spontaneous and unpredictable rear window glass breakage without impact or warning.
Electrical system failures: Battery drain, random warning lights, and ProPILOT driving assistance malfunctions.
Infotainment and connectivity issues: Display failures, radio malfunctions, remote start problems, and consistent disconnections with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Engine loss issues: Owners report power loss, jerking, and recurring “Engine Malfunction Power Reduced Service Now” warnings at very low mileage.
2025 Nissan Rogue Complaint Summary
Complaint Category
Number of Complaints
Unknown Or Other
9
9
Visibility/wiper
8
8
Engine
3
3
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
1
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
1
Electrical System
1
1
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
1
Lane Departure: Warning
1
1
Seat Belts
1
1
Visibility
1
1
Top Problem #1: Rear Hatch Window Spontaneous Shattering
A significant and safety-critical problem reported extensively through NHTSA complaints involves the rear hatch window shattering spontaneously. Owners have experienced the back windshield exploding without external impact, often accompanied by a loud pop, leaving shards of glass inside the vehicle and exposing passengers to risk.
The commonly reported conditions surrounding the issue include:
Rear hatch glass shattering while parked or driving at normal speeds
No prior cracks or chips visible before breakage
Failures occurring during or shortly after using the rear defroster
Incidents without any external trauma, indicating a manufacturing defect
Dealerships refusing warranty coverage for glass replacement, forcing owners to pay out of pocket
An owner documented, “I got into my car and closed the door and pushed the start button and my back window blew out. It was not hit by anything and sitting in front of my office and had not driven all day since I got there. ”
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Top Problem #2: Electrical and Battery Drain Issues
Numerous 2025 Rogue owners report persistent electrical system failures, primarily involving rapid battery drain and malfunctions in vehicle systems. These issues can leave owners stranded with a dead battery within days of purchase or cause critical features to fail unexpectedly.
Common electrical symptoms include:
Rapid battery depletion even when the vehicle is parked
Vehicle systems resetting spontaneously, including the infotainment
Malfunctions with Nissan Connect app remote start disabling or bricking the car
ProPILOT and safety features unexpectedly disabling mid-drive
Here’s a direct quote from an owner:
“Just had this issue, bought 2025 Nissan rogue about a month ago, within a few days of purchase the battery would be totally dead in the am. 1st time at dealer, they found nothing, said battery was fine, 2nd time at the dealer they replaced the battery, next am, same issue, car totally dead. 3rd time at the dealer they decide to call Nissan and inquire about battery issues. Nissan told them to disconnect the telemetry module and check for battery drainage.”
These electrical defects not only impact convenience but also pose potential safety risks if systems like ProPILOT fail without warning.
Top Problem #3: Engine Malfunction and Power Loss Issues
Multiple owners of the 2025 Nissan Rogue have reported severe engine performance problems, including sudden loss of power and recurring “Engine Malfunction Power Reduced Service Now” warnings.
Commonly described symptoms include:
Sudden rattling or hesitation when accelerating, followed by significant power loss
Check engine lights and other dashboard warnings appearing within the first 1,000 miles
Strong burning or rubber-like odors prior to failure
Jerking, shaking, and unintentional acceleration when the warning message appears
Temporary symptom disappearance after restarting the vehicle, only to recur later
One owner reported, “After just 234 miles, the ‘Engine Malfunction Power Reduced Service Now’ light came on. The dealer initially found nothing wrong, but the issue returned at 569 miles with jerking and shaking. Even after replacing the Engine Control Module, the warning reappeared around 872 miles, making driving extremely stressful.”
What Should You Do If Your 2025 Nissan Rogue Is a Lemon?
A “lemon” vehicle is one that repeatedly exhibits substantial defects affecting its use, value, or safety, and which the manufacturer fails to repair after a reasonable number of attempts. Under state lemon laws, owners of defective vehicles like a problematic 2025 Nissan Rogue may be entitled to a refund or replacement.
If you believe your Rogue qualifies as a lemon, follow these steps:
Document all issues carefully: Keep detailed records of problems, repair orders, communications with dealerships, and any warnings or symptoms.
File complaints with NHTSA: Submitting official safety complaints increases pressure on manufacturers and helps build evidence of widespread defects.
Understand your state lemon laws: Requirements vary, but typically include a certain number of repair attempts or days out of service within the warranty period.
Consult experienced legal counsel: A lemon lawyer can evaluate your case and advise on the best course of action for pursuing compensation.
If your 2025 Nissan Rogue has ongoing problems, you may qualify for a buyback or cash settlement. Lemon law cases cost you nothing—Nissan typically must pay legal fees if you win. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to build your case.
Contact Lemberg Law today for a free case evaluation. We don’t get paid unless we win, so there is no risk in seeking help.
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About the Author:
Sergei Lemberg is an attorney focusing on consumer law, class actions related to automotive issues, and personal injury litigation. With nearly two decades of experience, his areas of practice include Lemon Law (vehicle defects), Debt Collection Harassment, TCPA (illegal robocalls and texts), Fair Credit Reporting Act, Overtime claims, Personal Injury cases, and Class Actions. He has consistently been recognized as the nation's "most active consumer attorney." In 2020, Mr. Lemberg represented Noah Duguid before the United States Supreme Court in the landmark case Duguid v. Facebook. He is also the author of "Defanging Debt Collectors," a guide that empowers consumers to fight back against debt collectors and prevail, as well as "Lemon Law 101: The Laws That Lemon Dealers Don't Want You to Know."
