2008 Nissan Rogue - Electric Vehicle Guide
The 2008 Nissan Rogue belongs to a Nissan Rogue lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 14 model years, from 2008 to 2026. It is an all-electric vehicle, so it skips the oil changes, spark plugs and exhaust-system service of a combustion Rogue entirely. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic (variable gear ratios). This 2008 car is the earliest model year on record for the Nissan Rogue.
The high-voltage battery is covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, separate from the bumper-to-bumper warranty. Routine upkeep centers on tire rotation, DOT 3 brake fluid, Long Life battery/cabin coolant, cabin air filters and brake service rather than engine oil. Know Your Ride lists 13 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include lug nut 80 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around power train (106), air bags (80), fuel/propulsion system (19). A representative report reads: "On February 6, 2025, while driving at highway speed, the lower radiator hose ruptured, causing complete coolant loss. The CVT transmission overheated, seized..." There are 5 safety recalls on record; one covers: NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY....
Estimated annual charging cost runs near $1,800.
Quick Specs
| Battery warranty | 8 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Est. annual charging | $1,800 |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 |
| Coolant | Long Life |
| Open recalls on record | 5 |
| Technical service bulletins | 30 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.