The Lemon Index2023 Nissan Rogue.
The 2023 Nissan Rogue is so far one of the worst years by owner complaints: 740 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 230, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 6 recalls, and it gets 31 to 33 mpg combined. The best Nissan Rogue year is 2012.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 740 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Nissan Rogue year. 2023 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 19K to 67K miles on the car (154 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 7K–76K miles
- transmission & drivetrain complaints mostly came at 4K–56K miles
Recalls 6
- engine 2026
Increased temperatures can break down the engine oil, which may cause the engine bearings to seize and become damaged, leading to engine failure.
- engine 2025
The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
- seat belts 2024
The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may have been incorrectly manufactured, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants.
Show all 6 recalls
- airbags 2024
Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
- seat belts 2023
The fastener in the rear seat belt anchor attachment points may not have been tightened properly and can loosen over time.
- seats 2023
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.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Nissan told dealers about
Nissan sent dealers 113 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Vibration and/or noise from the rear of the vehicle when turning if you confirm a binding…
- FLUID LEAK CAUSED BY TRANSFER ASSEMBLY RIGHT SIDE DRIVE SHAFT OIL SEAL This bulletin has been…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- Closed2021 nissan rogue inner tie rod failures2024–2026
- ClosedComplete loss of motive power due to engine failure2023–2025
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Rogue SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Rogue SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $1950–2050 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.5L 3-cyl.
In owners' words
My engine sometimes shuts down and states it's a Engine Malfunction, Power Reduced, Service Now.
2023 Nissan Rogue owner · NHTSA complaint 11684819
More owner reports
Engine MalFunction while drive and car went into a limp
NHTSA complaint 11739272
Engine failure- my car goes into engine failure when I am driving it.
NHTSA complaint 11762067
Quick answers
Is the 2023 Nissan Rogue reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 2.3× the average car's complaints per car sold, against other 2023 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 230; 100 is average). The best Nissan Rogue year by this measure is 2012.
What are the most common 2023 Nissan Rogue problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (39%), engine (17%) and fuel or ev drive system (13%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Rogue have?
6 safety recalls (latest: engine). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Nissan Rogue get?
31 to 33 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2023 Nissan Rogue safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2023 Nissan Rogue problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 19,800 and 67,200 miles. The middle report was at 43,000 miles, from 154 complaints.
Does the 2023 Nissan Rogue have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 11% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2023 Nissan Rogue cost in fuel a year?
About $1950 to $2050 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2023 Nissan Rogue have?
1.5L 3-cyl.
What Nissan Rogue year is better than the 2023?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2012, 2020 and 2011.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works