The Nissan Rogue is a compact SUV that is a favorite among consumers looking for a luxury crossover. Despite its popularity, the Nissan Rogue has been subject to many complaints regarding the automatic emergency braking (AEB).

More than 1,400 reports have been filed about Nissan Rogue automatic emergency braking activating despite there being no forward objects in front of the vehicle.

In response to the high number of complaints concerning the Nissan Rogue’s defective braking system, the U.S. government has opened an investigation to determine why the automatic emergency brake on the Nissan Rogue can turn on without warning.

Read on to find out how Nissan Rogue automatic emergency braking problems can impact your vehicle’s safety.

What is The Nissan Automatic Emergency Braking System(AEB)

The Nissan automatic emergency braking (AEB), a standard feature in the Nissan Rogue, uses radar technology to monitor the distance between the vehicle and the one ahead.

It provides both audible and visual warnings to let the driver know of a possible frontal collision. If the driver fails to apply the brakes, the AEB system will automatically apply the brakes to avoid an accident

NHTSA Nissan Rogue Sudden Braking Investigation

After receiving many complaints regarding the defective automatic braking system on the Nissan Rogue, and sudden braking without reason, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened an investigation.

According to the NHTSA, 843 complaints were received regarding defective automatic emergency braking in the Rogue. Among those complaints, 14 claim that accidents were caused by the Rogue’s defective braking system, and five claim injuries.

The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system on Nissan Rogues is placing their occupants and nearby road users in danger and should be recalled and repaired as quickly as possible, according to the Center for Auto Safety.

The Nissan Rogue probe follows a petition from the Center for Auto Safety seeking a formal investigation. According to the petition, Nissan had issued a Technical Service Bulletin, launched two “Quality Actions,” and initiated a “Customer Service Initiative” in response to customer concerns.

Recall vs. Service Campaign – Rogue Braking Problems

Despite overwhelming evidence, as well as, the NHTSA investigation of problems with the Nissan Rogue automatic emergency braking problems, Nissan has only addressed the issue of unintended braking with a single service campaign.

Nissan advertises the Rogue under the banner of “Ready When You Are.” Since NHTSA is not ready to order this recall, apparently Nissan consumers should be ready for unintended braking whenever the vehicle decides.

The Center for Auto Safety has highlighted the potential dangers and emphasizes the need for a recall rather than a service campaign. The Center for Auto Safety has emphasized the dangers associated with sudden braking while driving and criticizes both Nissan and the NHTSA for downplaying the severity of the issue.

“Service campaigns are a weak shadow of safety recalls. They do not require the same notifications of consumers, are not easily searchable by new owners of used vehicles, and require no long-term reporting by the manufacturer to ensure successful repair completion rates. Moreover, unlike recall repairs, which must always be done for free, manufacturers can choose to charge for service campaign repairs or only undertake the repair after the consumer has experienced the dangerous defect.  This is why dangerous safety defects are required by law and regulation to be recalled, not treated as inconvenient cosmetic concerns or minor bugs. To add insult to injury, Nissan has added the service campaign to the company’s “recall lookup tool” on its website, despite not providing consumers the benefit of a recall or actually recalling the vehicle.”

Nissan Rogue Sudden Braking Class Action Lawsuit

Nissan is currently facing a class action lawsuit where Rogue owners are accusing the car company of not disclosing serious problems in its emergency braking system. The lawsuit claims that these defects pose an “unreasonable safety hazard” to drivers, passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians.

• Why: The plaintiffs allege that Nissan purposefully concealed a hazardous defect in its emergency braking system, which breaches their warranty and places lives in danger.
• Who: Three Nissan customers are suing the car company.
• Where: The class action lawsuit was filed in Tennessee federal court.
• Certification: On March 31, 2023 Ten states were certified

The lead plaintiffs from Ohio, California and North Carolina claim they were never informed of the defect, and are now stuck with defective emergency braking systems in their Nissan Rogues.

The plaintiffs seek to represent statewide classes in their respective states that includes anyone who currently or formerly owned or leased any of the class vehicles.

On March 31, Tennessee Federal Court Judge William L. Campbell, Jr. certified ten states as class action plaintiffs bringing claims regarding the sudden unintended brake activation (SUBA) issue before the court.

Lemon Law Information for your Nissan Rogue Brake Problems

If your Nissan Rogue is experiencing Automatic Emergency Braking problems or sudden braking issues make sure you understand your lemon law rights and what you should do if you have a lemon.

A braking problem with your Nissan Rogue may permit you to obtain a refund or new car under the lemon law.

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