Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2009 Nissan Rogue
The 2009 Nissan Rogue shows a moderate number of complaints, particularly in air bags and powertrain issues, and has three NHTSA recall campaigns. Potential buyers should be mindful of these areas and conduct detailed inspections to ensure the chosen vehicle doesn't exhibit these known faults.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2009 Nissan Rogue has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 320 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #15V032000 Electrical Short Due to Water Seepage NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10V401000 PORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE GPS PRODUCTS/OVERHEATS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #09V411000 STEERING GEAR HOUSING NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 101 complaints
- Power Train 101 complaints
- Engine 30 complaints
- Electrical System 26 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 26 complaints
- Structure 24 complaints
Of the 320 complaints on file, 5 report a crash and 5 a fire; across all 320 complaints, owners report 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Electrical short in harness
How to check: Inspect under carpets for corrosion or moisture signs.
Loose screw in steering gear
How to check: Check for unusual steering play or noise.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Watch for any warning lights staying on.
Red flag: Persistent warning lights.
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises.
Red flag: Loud knocking or ticking.
- 03
Low-speed maneuvering
What to check: Check steering response and smoothness.
Red flag: Steering feels loose or unresponsive.
- 04
Acceleration from stop
What to check: Note any transmission hesitation or jerkiness.
Red flag: Delayed or harsh gear changes.
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Observe engine performance and noise.
Red flag: Engine stutters or lacks power.
- 06
Braking from speed
What to check: Notice any vibrations or noise when braking.
Red flag: Significant vibration or noise.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the steering gear recall been addressed?
- Any electrical issues with this vehicle?
- Has the car experienced powertrain problems?
- What is the service history of the vehicle?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Proof of recall repairs
- Recent maintenance records
- Vehicle title and registration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2009 Nissan Rogue at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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