Nissan Rogue problems
605 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. No active recalls — patterns come from the complaint record.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the electrical system was repaired or replaced.
- 8 fire-related complaints on the electrical system
- Engine: 35 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 43,000–102,450 mi
- Reliability score 7.0/10 — 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
While driving on the highway the car the vehicle shudders/vibrates and the stops accelerating even when the throttle is pressed to the floor. Example: If I am driving at 80 miles an hour with my foot on the throttle, the vehicle will begin to decline in speed (dropping to 70 or…
With around 60k miles I noticed that when driving extended distances, my Nissan rogue would not allow me accelerate pass 65mph. I had never experienced this before so I took it to my local dealership to have it evaluated and see if any computer codes popped up. Nothing came up.…
My 2013 Nissan rogue suddenly began losing acceleration ability. The RPM's would rev up high with no increase in speed. This happened on several occasions while driving in traffic with the car behind me having to slam on brakes or swerve to avoid impact. Even more dangerous, the…
Transmission stopped working suddenly after pulling onto busy road and I was forced to pull over to shoulder to avoid being hit by other cars
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Common questions
Is the 2013 Nissan Rogue reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 605 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 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 2013 Nissan Rogue?
On the NHTSA data, the 2013 Nissan Rogue is one to avoid unless a specific vehicle proves otherwise. The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the electrical system was repaired or replaced. The record behind that call: 8 fire-related complaints on the electrical system; Engine: 35 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 43,000–102,450 mi; Reliability score 7.0/10 — 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 2013 Nissan Rogue?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 311 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 83,336 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 67,772 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 2013 Nissan Rogue?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 605 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, 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.