Nissan is recalling over 300,000 Rogue SUVs after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration identified a critical safety defect. The recall affects certain 2024-2025 model year vehicles where gears in the electronic throttle body assembly may break, potentially causing engine failure.

The electronic throttle body issue poses serious safety risks as it could lead to sudden loss of power while driving. This defect affects one of Nissan's most popular SUV models, which has been a key seller in the competitive compact SUV segment. The company has not yet disclosed the total cost of the recall or how many vehicles have been sold with the faulty component.

This recall adds to Nissan's ongoing challenges with quality control and safety issues. The company will need to notify affected owners and arrange for repairs, which typically involves replacing the defective throttle body assembly. For owners of impacted vehicles, the sudden loss of throttle control could create dangerous driving conditions, particularly at highway speeds or in heavy traffic.