Approximately 809,000 Nissan Rogue vehicles have been recalled across the U.S. and Canada because they have a malfunctioning car key that could cause the engine to shut off while the car is driving.
The recall affects the 2017 to 2022 Nissan Rogue Sport and 2014-2020 Nissan Rogues that have the “S” grade trim level, equipped with jackknife keys.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration listed the recall noting that while nearly 800,000 vehicles are recalled, an estimated 1% are believed to have the defect.
Still, the defective keys carry a serious risk, as the notice shared that if a driver makes contact with it while it isn’t fully opened but in the ignition, it could cause the vehicle to turn off, which increases the risk of crashing.
Even worse, the engine shutting off mid-drive will also turn off power brakes and possibly stop airbags from deploying if there is a crash.
Nissan does not have a fix for the recall at the moment. But, car owners with affected models will be contacted sometime in March, Nissan shared. The automaker says that anyone with the folding key should not attach accessories to it and use it only in the “non-folding” orientation.
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