2021 Nissan Rogue vs 2021 Volkswagen Atlas
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Nissan Rogue | 2021 Volkswagen Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 286 | 471 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 17 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 234 | 619 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–33 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,750 mi | 17,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Rogue | Volkswagen Atlas |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 60 | 145 |
| Engine | 51 | 84 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 93 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 29 | 68 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 65 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 33 | 41 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 66 |
| Power Train | 27 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 20 | 27 |
| Stalling | 12 | 46 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 5 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
2021 Nissan Rogue
2021 Volkswagen Atlas
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.