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2021–2021 Nissan Rogue: Brake fluid leak at a rear wheel (rear caliper recall)

Likely causes, ranked

  1. Missing caliper bushing$0–$0Shop

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Symptom: A soft pedal, a low brake fluid warning, or fluid inside a rear wheel.

Likely causes

  1. Missing caliper bushing. Nissan replaces affected calipers.

DIY or shop?

Dealer. Recall repairs are free.

Useful steps

  1. Check your VIN for 21V286.
  2. Don't drive with low brake fluid.

Vehicle focus: 2021–2021 Nissan Rogue.

Safety / mechanic note

Fluid loss reduces braking. Verify with a mechanic or dealer.

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Recalls & service bulletins

Recalls

  • 21V286000 2021-04-22 2021 Rogue: rear calipers may be missing an internal bushing, letting the O-ring move and fluid leak. Dealers inspect and replace calipers as needed. Details

NHTSA complaints: 46 keyword-matched complaints for Nissan ROGUE 2021–2021 (of 289 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).

Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sources

What actually fixed it?

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