Avoid: 2023, 2015 (lowest Year Scores on complaints per year on the road, crash reports and recalls)
Best: 2020
16 model years of NHTSA owner complaints and recalls · How we grade
Across 19 model years, the Nissan Rogue has 8,255 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 84 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and engine. 2015 drew the most complaints (1,072), 2020 the fewest of the years on the road 3+ years (152).
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Nissan Rogue vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $12,189–$20,410.
Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 73 |
| 2025 | 190 |
| 2024 | 212 |
| 2023 | 733 |
| 2022 | 265 |
| 2021 | 290 |
| 2020 | 152 |
| 2019 | 336 |
| 2018 | 609 |
| 2017 | 599 |
| 2016 | 541 |
| 2015 | 1,072 |
| 2014 | 862 |
| 2013 | 610 |
| 2012 | 318 |
| 2011 | 362 |
| 2010 | 282 |
| 2009 | 320 |
| 2008 | 429 |
Highest: 2015 (1,072 complaints). Lowest: 2020 (152).
Sentiment is sharply divided by generation and powertrain.
Complete transmission failure, whining noises, judder, and high replacement costs. Cited as a widespread, well-known industry issue.
Persistent anxiety about long-term durability, even for newer models. Requires strict, frequent fluid service intervals.
Concerns about the long-term viability of the complex, turbocharged three-cylinder engine with variable compression. Fear of costly engine replacement.
Isolated report of brand-new all-season tires wearing to 30-40% tread in under 20,000 km (12,500 miles), with dealer service blamed.
Isolated mentions of bizarre electrical problems leading to other system failures, and poor dealer service regarding warranty claims.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Rogue. Individual model years are broken down above.
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