Urgent Nissan Recall 2026: 643,000 Rogue SUVs Pulled for Engine & Gear Failures—See If Yours Is Affected

More than 600,000 Nissan Rogue SUVs are being pulled back to dealerships after the automaker and U.S. safety regulators flagged two separate defects that could leave drivers stranded—or worse, cause a crash. Key points for owners • A total of 642,698 Rogues from model years 2023, 2024 and 2025 are affected. • Recall 26V080 (Nissan R25E2/R25E3) covers 323,917 Rogues with the 1.5-liter VC-Turbo engine that can overheat its oil, seize and shut the engine down. • Recall 26V081 (Nissan R25E3/R25E4) targets 318,781 Rogues whose electronic throttle-body gears may fracture and lock the SUV in place. • Nissan says it knows of thousands of warranty claims but no injuries linked to either defect. What exactly can go wrong? 1. Engine failure risk (2023-2025 Rogues) When driving under heavy load, excessive oil temperatures can warp internal parts and suddenly stall the 3-cylinder turbo engine. A stalled engine kills power steering and brake assist, making the Rogue harder to control and increasing crash risk. 2. Throttle-body gear breakage (2024-2025 Rogues) Every time the SUV starts, a diagnostic test slams plastic gears in the Electronic Throttle Chamber against a stopper. Over time the gears can crack, jam the throttle plate and prevent the vehicle from moving forward or backward. Free dealer fixes • For Recall 26V080, technicians will reprogram the Engine Control Module, scan for diagnostic trouble codes and road-test the car. If damage is found, the entire engine will be replaced—an all-day job—at no cost to the owner. • For Recall 26V081, dealers will update the ECM software and inspect the throttle body. Units with cracked gears will get a new throttle chamber, typically in under 30 minutes. How to check your VIN Owners can search their 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number on NHTSA’s recall portal or Nissan’s own recall lookup site. If either recall appears, schedule the repair immediately—Nissan advises parking outside until the fix is completed if drivability issues occur. Notification timeline Nissan will mail official recall letters beginning March 27, 2026. However, appointments can be made now, and parts plus software updates are already in dealer inventory, according to the company. Why this recall matters The Rogue is Nissan’s best-selling model in the U.S., meaning parts availability, dealer capacity and owner follow-through will determine how quickly these high-volume safety defects are closed out. Prompt repairs help drivers avoid sudden stalls, immobilization in traffic and the secondary crashes that often follow. What to do today 1. Run a VIN check and save the confirmation. 2. If your SUV is covered, call your Nissan dealer and ask for the “Rogue engine ECM update” or the “Rogue throttle-body gear campaign,” depending on which notice appears. 3. Keep all service receipts; reimbursement is available if you previously paid for related repairs. 4. Report any unresolved safety issues to NHTSA so regulators can monitor remedy effectiveness. Bottom line If you own a 2023-2025 Rogue, don’t ignore the dashboard mailer when it arrives. The free software patch—and possible hardware swap—will protect the engine, restore reliable throttle control and keep your family safe while preserving resale value.