The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 430 of 767 complaints (56%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more reported injuries (7) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 270 in 2022 to 767 in 2023.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 767
- Recall campaigns
- 6
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $1,900–$2,000
- Combined MPG
- 31–33
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | vs. 2023 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,900–2,200 | 1,900–2,000 | 1,900–2,000 | 1,900–2,000 | 1,900–2,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 28–33 | 31–33 | 31–33 | 31–33 | 29–33 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 25–30 / 32–37 | 28–30 / 34–37 | 28–30 / 34–37 | 28–30 / 34–37 | 27–30 / 32–37 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 270–318 | 271–288 | 269–288 | 269–287 | 269–307 | |
| Complaints filed | 295 | 270 | 767 | 230 | 204 | |
| Recalls issued | 10 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 22 | 5 | 24 | 6 | 6 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 11 | 3 | 16 | 6 | 6 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Rogue have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
Engine: 430 of 767 NHTSA complaints (56%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Nissan Rogue get?
EPA rates it 31–33 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Nissan Rogue?
EPA estimates $1,900–$2,000 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (8)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 3 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 30 mpg (high) | 37 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | $1,900 (low) | 271 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 3 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 29 mpg | 36 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,950 | 278 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 3 | 1.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 28 mpg (low) | 35 mpg | 31 mpg (low) | $2,000 (high) | 287 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 3 | 1.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 28 mpg (low) | 34 mpg (low) | 31 mpg (low) | $2,000 (high) | 288 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 3 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 30 mpg (high) | 37 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | $1,900 (low) | 269 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 3 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 29 mpg | 36 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,950 | 278 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 3 | 1.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 28 mpg (low) | 35 mpg | 31 mpg (low) | $2,000 (high) | 287 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic (AV-S8) | 3 | 1.5L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 28 mpg (low) | 34 mpg (low) | 31 mpg (low) | $2,000 (high) | 287 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 430 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 90 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 110 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical | 60 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 18 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 12 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 91 | 12 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 66 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 155 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Defect
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Rogue vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. Increased temperatures can break down the engine oil, which may cause the engine bearings to seize and become damaged, leading to engine failure.
- Consequence
- Engine failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, inspect for diagnostic trouble codes, and test drive the vehicle, free of charge. The dealer may also inspect the oil pan for metal debris, and replace the engine if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25E2 and R25E3. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V437. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 27, 2026.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
- Defect
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
- Consequence
- Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
- Defect
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may have been incorrectly manufactured, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies," and 210 "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- Consequence
- Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD105.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Defect
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
- Consequence
- An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Defect
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The fastener in the rear seat belt anchor attachment points may not have been tightened properly and can loosen over time.
- Consequence
- A loose rear seat belt anchor fastener may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt anchor bolts. Additionally, dealers will apply warning labels to the seat belt attachment points to indicate the bolt size and torque value required for any future seat belt repair. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC978, PC979.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Defect
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.
- Consequence
- An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC966, PC967.