CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver s
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013 Nissan Rogue body problems
moderate Owners of the 2013 Nissan Rogue have filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the body, typically surfacing around 39,890 miles at roughly $1,500 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See body across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,500
| Model year | body complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 Rogue | 16 |
| 2011 Rogue | 6 |
| 2013 Rogue (this page) | 14 |
| 2014 Rogue | 20 |
| 2015 Rogue | 33 |
| 2016 Rogue | 21 |
| 2017 Rogue | 20 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering body on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver s
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗White Paint Delamination Warranty Extension Dealer Notification On October 17, 2019, Nissan distributed a dealer announcement notifying dealers of a proposed class action settlement (Nelson v. Nissan North America, Inc., Case No. 3:17-cv-01114 (M.D. Tenn.)), concerning paint peeling on Nissan Rogue vehicles. The announcement provided a copy of notices sent to affected owners. A court hearing occurred on December 19, 2019 and the proposed settlement was approved by the presiding court for owners of pearl white Nissan Rogues produced between January 11, 2013 and April 23, 2013. Owners of eligible vehicles will receive a notification of the settlement from the third party settlement administrat
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Pearl white 2013 Rogues suffer significant paint peeling and chipping—in large pieces—on hoods and door sides, often before 40,000 miles. Rust becomes visible underneath once the coating fails. Owners report the defect worsens over time despite normal use, and some have had to fight with Nissan for warranty resolution.
Door mechanisms fail in multiple ways. Rear passenger door interior handles break, allowing the door to open only from outside—a safety hazard if someone needs to exit quickly. Front door lock actuators have completely failed, trapping occupants. One incident involved a rear passenger door flying open while the vehicle was moving through a traffic light, even with child locks engaged.
Moisture and water intrusion into the driver-side floor area near electrical harness connectors is documented (NHTSA recall 15V-032), causing short circuits and fire risk when snow and rain are tracked inside.
Additional body complaints include hood movement and noise at highway speeds (suggesting a latch problem), heavy underbody rust, and instrument panel lighting malfunctions linked to floor moisture exposure. Some owners report the dealer struggles to diagnose conditions they cannot immediately reproduce.
Same Nissan Rogue body reports on nearby years: 2014 · 2015 · 2016
Failure modes owners describe
Pearl white paint peeling and chipping
Paint peeling and chipping in large pieces from the hood and door sides on pearl white-painted vehicles. Rust becomes visible underneath after paint failure. Owners report it occurs during normal use with low mileage and progressively worsens over time.
When: 38,500 miles reported in one case; issue worsens over years of ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Paint peeling off in large pieces; Paint chipping; Rust visible under failed paint; Peeling on hood and door sides
Repairs/costs cited: Some owners report Nissan has addressed it after fighting for resolution; others have not received fixes
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan has not issued a voluntary recall; dealers handle case-by-case
Door lock/handle mechanical failure
Multiple door lock and handle failures affecting both front and rear doors. Rear door interior handles break and can only be opened from outside; front doors fail to unlock or open via electronic lock actuators or physical handles.
When: One case reported after about 1 year of use; timing varies across complaints
Symptoms owners cite: Interior door handle does not open door; Door can only be opened from outside handle; Front passenger door cannot open at all; Front driver door only opens from inside; Door will not unlock with key fob; Door will not unlock or open manually; Handle will not move to unlock side door
Repairs/costs cited: Door actuators failed in one case; hidden broken component in another; physical handle issues in third case
Door opening while vehicle in motion
Rear passenger door flew open while vehicle was in motion at a traffic light despite child locks being engaged and doors being locked.
When: Incident occurred during normal driving with child locks activated
Symptoms owners cite: Door flew open while vehicle in motion; Door opened at red light during left turn; Child lock was still activated at time of failure
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan stated they had never heard of this situation but scheduled an appointment for inspection
Instrument panel lighting malfunction
Instrument panel lighting produced a blinding flash of illumination while driving at night. Moisture was found on driver's-side floor after rain exposure, suggesting possible electrical ingress.
When: 40,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Blinding flash of illumination from instrument panel at night; Moisture on driver's-side floorboard after rain
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer stated they would need to witness the condition to diagnose; no repair made
Water/snow intrusion and electrical fire risk
Water and snow mixture can seep into driver-side floor area near harness connector, causing electrical shorts that damage connectors and create fire risk. Subject of NHTSA recall 15V-032.
When: Related to exposure during rain or winter conditions
Symptoms owners cite: Water/snow seeps into driver-side floor carpet; Electrical short occurring in harness connector area; Connector damage
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA Recall 15V-032
Hood latch/closure issue
Hood moves and makes noise while driving on highways at highway speeds (70 mph) as if it could pop open.
When: During highway driving at 70 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Hood moves while driving; Noise from hood; Hood acts as if it could pop open
Underbody rust
Heavy rust accumulation underneath the vehicle that owners report makes driving unsafe.
When: Not specified; owners indicate early in vehicle life
Symptoms owners cite: Heavy rust underneath vehicle; Vehicle feels unsafe to drive
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2013 Nissan Rogue?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 14 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Across the 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most body failures cluster between 30,000 and 80,000 miles, with the median around 39,890. A quarter of owners report trouble before 30,000; a quarter make it past 80,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to body?
No active recalls currently cover body issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2013/Nissan/Rogue.
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