2023 Nissan Rogue problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 716 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Nissan Rogue, filed between 2022-12-07 and 2026-09-23. The most common problem areas are the engine (281, 39%), engine and engine cooling (123, 17%) and fuel/propulsion system (96, 13%). Owners reported 22 crashes, 3 fires and 15 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2023 Nissan Rogue complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 281 | 39% | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Unknown or other | 148 | 21% | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 123 | 17% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 96 | 13% | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Power train | 75 | 10% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 56 | 8% | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 53 | 7% | 9 | 1 | 6 |
| Visibility/wiper | 37 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 34 | 5% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 18 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 16 | 2% | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| Structure | 14 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 10 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 9 | 1% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 8 | 1% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Engine: 281 complaints
- 281 complaints of 716 (39%) name the engine.
- 53 of them also name the fuel/propulsion system; owners reported 2 crashes and 4 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2023 Nissan Rogue; the latest, campaign 26V080000, says: “Increased temperatures can break down the engine oil, which may cause the engine bearings to seize and become damaged, leading to engine failure.”
Engine and engine cooling: 123 complaints
- 123 complaints of 716 (17%) name the engine and engine cooling — the engine and its cooling system.
- 5 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2023 Nissan Rogue; the latest, campaign 26V080000, says: “Increased temperatures can break down the engine oil, which may cause the engine bearings to seize and become damaged, leading to engine failure.”
Fuel/propulsion system: 96 complaints
- 96 complaints of 716 (13%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 53 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2023 Nissan Rogue covers this system.
Power train: 75 complaints
- 75 complaints of 716 (10%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 39 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2023 Nissan Rogue covers this system.
Electrical system: 56 complaints
- 56 complaints of 716 (8%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 27 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2023 Nissan Rogue covers this system.
Forward collision avoidance: 53 complaints
- 53 complaints of 716 (7%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 9 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 9 crashes, 1 fire and 6 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2023 Nissan Rogue covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 97 |
| 2024 | 88 |
| 2025 | 293 |
| 2026 | 236 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names ROGUE, model year 2023. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2023 Nissan Rogue recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2023 Nissan Rogue's most common problem areas are the engine (281 of 716 complaints), engine and engine cooling (123 of 716 complaints) and fuel/propulsion system (96 of 716 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2023 Nissan Rogue have?
NHTSA has 716 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Nissan Rogue, including 22 reported crashes and 3 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Nissan Rogue's problems?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 Nissan Rogue; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.