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2013-2021 Nissan Rogue: AWD transfer case seal leak

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What goes wrong

On AWD trims, the right-side drive shaft oil seal is a documented leak point. The transfer case drains slowly, then grinds itself to death. FWD trims are exempt.

Federal record for the 2017 Nissan Rogue, pulled from NHTSA when this page was built:
595 owner complaints on file , most-reported: POWER TRAIN (119) · UNKNOWN OR OTHER (100) · SERVICE BRAKES (70).
5 safety recalls listed.
Complaint volume tracks how many were sold as well as how they held up , read it as a pattern, not a score. Counts change; confirm live at nhtsa.gov or by running the free check below.
Rough cost: $1,500-$3,000 if the transfer case runs dry. Broad estimates , labor rates and parts vary widely by region and shop.

What to do about it

Before you hand over cash: AWD only: look under the passenger-side front axle for gear-oil residue. Any wet, oily film there = get it on a lift before money moves.

Whatever you find, a $100-150 pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is the cheapest money you’ll spend on any used car , including this one.

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