NHTSA Service Bulletin 11013266: 2021-2025 Nissan Rogue
Official manufacturer communication context for 2021-2025 Nissan Rogue, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.
Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.
ENGINE COOLANT SERVICE PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When draining and refilling the vehicles coolant for any reason, refer to the updated Electronic Service Manual (ESM) service procedure starting on page 2 of this bulletin to ensure that all air pockets have been completely purged. When refilling the cooling system, use Genuine Nissan BLUE LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE or its equivalent, mixed with water that is distilled or demineralized. This amended procedure will be added to the ESM in a future update to the following ESM section: ENGINE > ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM > KR15DDT > PERIODIC MAINTENANCE > ENGINE COOLANT > Refilling IMPORTANT: The following information under step 5 on page 3 will be added to the ESM. If not using CONSULT, turn on cabin heater switch. Open the ENGINE COOLANT BYPASS VALVE by using CONSULT WORK SUPPORT function. o Refer to : ENGINE - ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - KR15DDT - SYSTEM DESCRIPTION - DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM) - DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION - CONSULT Function) Do not use additives, such as water leak preventive, since they may cause cooling waterway blockages.
What this bulletin may mean before buying
Treat this as service research, not a verdict on one car. Before you buy, compare this communication with official recall campaigns, model-level owner complaint patterns, and the exact vehicle’s VIN-decoded specifications. A bulletin can help you ask a seller or dealer sharper questions about software updates, known repairs, warranty extensions and service history.
Affected products listed in this communication
Buyer checklist
- Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
- Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
- Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
- Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
- Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.
Frequently asked questions
What is NHTSA service bulletin 11013266?
ENGINE COOLANT SERVICE PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When draining and refilling the vehicles coolant for any reason, refer to the updated Electronic Service Manual (ESM) service procedure starting on page 2 of this bulletin to ensure that all air pockets have been completely purged. When refilling the cooling system, use Genuine Nissan BLUE LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE or its equivalent, mixed with water that is distilled.
Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?
No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.
How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?
Use it as a research signal. Compare it with recalls, owner complaints, service records, a VIN report and an independent inspection before buying.
Check the exact VIN before you buy
Model-level pages show public safety patterns. A full VIN report helps confirm the exact vehicle, decoded specs, recall applicability and buyer checks.
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