Recall 16V219 affects 108,503 2014-2016 Nissan Rogue vehicles for corroding rear lift gate supports. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
Nissan is recalling 108,503 2014-2016 Rogue SUVs because the rear lift gate support stays lack enough anti-corrosion protection and can corrode. Corrosion can trigger a sudden pressure release, break the supports, and raise the risk of injury; Nissan dealers will complete the repair free of charge once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The rear lift gate support stays on 2014-2016 Nissan Rogue SUVs are the gas-filled struts that help raise the hatch and hold it open. When they work correctly, the lift gate stays up while you load cargo, remove a stroller, or reach into the rear storage area.
On these Rogues, the supplier changed the anti-corrosion treatment on the outer tube of the support stay from Nissan's specification. That left the coating too thin for the job. Over time, corrosion can weaken the stay, and a weakened stay no longer holds the weight of the lift gate the way it should.
There is no warning sign before failure. Treat a lift gate that drops, sinks, or refuses to stay open as a failed support stay, and keep hands and heads clear until the dealer repair is complete.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2014-2016 Rogue model years, all tied to the same liftgate support strut component.
| 2014 Nissan Rogue | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2015 Nissan Rogue | body structure |
| 2016 Nissan Rogue | body structure |
| Units affected | 108,503 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Corrosion in the rear lift gate support stays creates a risk of sudden pressure release. If a stay breaks off, someone near the open lift gate faces an increased risk of injury. Use caution around the lift gate and keep people clear while it is open. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2016 Nissan Rogue is included in this recall.
- Review the owner notice Nissan mailed on November 18, 2016, or ask Nissan customer service about recall number 16V219.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to confirm whether the free liftgate support-stay replacement is open for your VIN.
- Keep clear of the rear liftgate supports until the repair is complete; corrosion can release pressure and let a support stay break off.
- Bring the recall notice to the dealer if you have it, and reference recall number 16V219 when you call.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is not listed as available yet. Once Nissan opens it, a Nissan technician will replace the rear tailgate stays, the gas supports that hold the liftgate open. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. If you already paid for a related tailgate stay repair before the owner notice and the vehicle is no longer under warranty, Nissan's reimbursement process covers eligible documented costs. Newer vehicles still under factory warranty use warranty coverage. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 15, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 3, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| May 3, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 18, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V219?
Recall 16V219 covers 108,503 2014-2016 Nissan Rogue vehicles with rear lift gate support stays that lack sufficient anti-corrosion treatment. Corrosion can cause a sudden pressure release, and the stays can break off, increasing injury risk. Nissan dealers will replace the rear tailgate stays for free.
What should I do if my 2014-2016 Nissan Rogue is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Rogue is included in recall 16V219. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer and ask for the rear tailgate stay replacement. Reference recall 16V219 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Nissan dealers will replace the rear tailgate stays free of charge, including parts and labor, at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from a lift gate support stay that breaks off after corrosion and sudden pressure release. The lift gate support stays help hold the rear hatch open. If your VIN is included, have a Nissan dealer complete the free replacement.
What if I bought my Nissan Rogue used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Rogue is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall 16V219.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V219000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V219 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V219000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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