2021 Nissan Rogue Brake Caliper Recall (21V286)
Nissan North America, Inc. · 14,054 vehicles · Reported April 22, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling 14,054 2021 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The rear left and/or right brake caliper assemblies may be missing an internal bushing, allowing the O-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak. A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 21V286 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V286000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | PC804 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 22, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2021 Nissan Rogue |
| Units affected | 14,054 |
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Foundation Components > Disc > Caliper |
| Safety risk | A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Nissan Rogue in recall 21V286?
The rear left and/or right brake caliper assemblies may be missing an internal bushing, allowing the O-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Rogue vehicles. The rear left and/or right brake caliper assemblies may be missing an internal bushing, allowing the O-ring seal to move and brake fluid to leak.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Is it safe to drive a 2021 Rogue with recall 21V286?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of brake fluid may reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the caliper.
Which vehicles are included in recall 21V286?
Recall 21V286 covers 14,054 vehicles: 2021 Nissan Rogue.
NHTSA lists 14,054 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Nissan | Rogue |
What is the fix for the Rogue brake caliper recall?
Yes. Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will inspect and replace the left and/or right rear brake calipers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC804.
When was recall 21V286 announced?
Nissan North America, Inc. reported recall 21V286 to NHTSA on April 22, 2021. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as June 10, 2021.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 22, 2021 | Nissan North America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 21V286000. |
| June 10, 2021 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 66 months ago. If your Rogue was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Rogue is part of recall 21V286?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 21V286 is open on your Rogue, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 21V286000 is open on your Rogue, it will be listed there, along with Nissan recall number PC804. You can also ask any Nissan dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Rogue owners do about recall 21V286?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 21V286000 applies to your Rogue.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Nissan dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any caliper symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Rogue owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 289 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 18 of them about the brakes.
Since recall 21V286 was reported on April 22, 2021, owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 2 of them (12%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the brakes and were received on or after April 22, 2021, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related brakes issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 289 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 18 of them involve the brakes. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Nissan Rogue: 289 complaints in total, 18 about the brakes
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds; there were squeaking and grinding sound coming from the front passenger’s side wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnose and it was determined that the caliper, brake pads, and rotor needed to be replaced.
2021 Nissan Rogue owner, IN, NHTSA complaint 11659765, filed May 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard without warning. The contact pumped the brake pedal to stop the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed.
2021 Nissan Rogue owner, NY, NHTSA complaint 11660343, filed May 12, 2025
in forward motion a loud griding noise on drivers side was noticed. Stopped at a repair shop and told the calipers are bad. Nissan has a recall for the rear brake calipers for failure, but we were told that our VIN.
2021 Nissan Rogue owner, ID, NHTSA complaint 11666647, filed June 12, 2025
Can recall 21V286 make my Rogue a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this caliper recall means their Rogue qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Brake defects are safety defects. California's lemon law presumption can apply after two repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, when the manufacturer has been notified directly.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021 Nissan Rogue has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Rogue went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 21V286
Did the recall 21V286 fix work?
Since recall 21V286 was reported on April 22, 2021, owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 2 of them (12%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed June 10, 2021.
Is the 21V286000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Rogue is part of recall 21V286000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 21V286000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Nissan. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.