Nissan Rogue problems
282 owner complaints with NHTSA, no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
The electronic fuel gauge reading is incorrect as to the actual fuel level that exists in my 2010 Nissan rogue 360 AWD SUV. Because even after more than 250 miles logged on after the last fuel-up of my vehicle, this defective fuel gauge still shows a full tank of gas. This is…
I was driving the vehicle and stopped at a Sonic drive thru. I shifted the car into park and I began to hear a very loud creaking noise. When I shifted the car into drive, the car wouldn’t move. I called a Firestone mechanic and he concluded that it was the CV belt that is…
At 74,000 miles, my 2010 Nissan rogue passenger airbag automatically disabled and the airbag symbol continuously blinks on the instrument panel. Further investigation revealed the passenger seat sensor is defective, requiring replacement of the entire passenger seat. The defect…
Passenger air bag sensor not working properly'will randomly stop working with 175lb passenger but yet works with 30lb bag placed on seat. Vehicle is in motion and can happen on city streets as well as highway speeds. This issue is still occurring. The car was purchased used with…
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Common questions
Is the 2010 Nissan Rogue reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 282 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Nissan Rogue is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2010 Nissan Rogue?
The 2010 Nissan Rogue is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2010 Nissan Rogue?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 119 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 77,839 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 77,839 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Nissan Rogue has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2010 Nissan Rogue?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 282 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.