NHTSA has 610 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Nissan Rogue[1]. The power train group is named in 314 of them[2].
Most reported problems
Owners filed complaints under several groups, and these are the biggest ones.
- Power Train. 314 complaints[2]. In the stories we read, owners describe the car shaking at certain speeds, stalling, rolling back on a hill, or suddenly losing power on the highway.
- Engine. 108 complaints[6]. Owners describe loud rattling or a rough, noisy engine, trouble picking up speed when merging, and a coolant smell in the cabin.
- Air Bags. 90 complaints[7]. Owners describe the passenger air bag light switching off even with an adult in the seat, and repairs that did not hold.
- Speed Control. 90 complaints[8]. Owners describe the car slowing on a hill with the pedal pressed down, and cruise control dropping out on its own.
- Electrical System. 65 complaints[9].
- Unknown Or Other. 60 complaints[10].
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 32 complaints[11].
- Structure. 30 complaints[12].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2013 Rogue is necessarily included.
- Electrical System (15V032), January 2015. About 468,815 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2013 Nissan Rogue with 2.5L 4-cylinder[16] | 170 hp |
How 2013 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 429 | 5 |
| 2009 | 320 | 3 |
| 2010 | 282 | 2 |
| 2011 | 363 | 2 |
| 2012 | 318 | 2 |
| 2013 | 610 | 1 |
| 2014 | 440 | 10 |
| 2015 | 553 | 9 |
| 2016 | 542 | 7 |
| 2017 | 600 | 6 |
| 2018 | 669 | 4 |
| 2019 | 339 | 4 |
| 2020 | 152 | 1 |
| 2021 | 291 | 10 |
| 2022 | 242 | 1 |
| 2023 | 744 | 6 |
| 2024 | 216 | 4 |
| 2025 | 196 | 3 |
| 2026 | 53 | 2 |
NHTSA's counts for the Rogue show 610 complaints and 1 recalls for 2013[3]. Among the 19 model years listed, 16 have fewer complaints than 2013 and 2 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2026 (53) and the most are for 2023 (744)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2013 Rogue?
The 2013 Nissan Rogue has 610 owner complaints on file with NHTSA[1]. The power train group stands out with 314 of them[2]. Engine, air bag and speed control complaints also show up[6][7][8]. These are owner reports and have not been checked one by one. If you are shopping for one, ask for the service history and check the recall section on this page.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan Rogue?
- The biggest complaint group is the power train, with 314 complaints[2]. Engine has 108[6], and air bags and speed control have 90 each[7][8].
- Does the 2013 Nissan Rogue have recalls?
- The by-year data shows 1 recall for 2013[3]. See the Recalls section on this page for the details.
- How many complaints does the 2013 Nissan Rogue have?
- NHTSA has 610 owner complaints on file[1].
- What is the gas mileage of the 2013 Nissan Rogue?
- See the fuel economy section on this page.
- Is the 2013 Nissan Rogue a good year?
- See the by-year comparison on this page, and read the complaint groups above[1].
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 610 owner complaints on file for the 2013 Nissan Rogue (14 mention a crash, 16 a fire, 9 injuries, 1 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 314 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 79,347). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Rogue model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Rogue FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 23 city / 28 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 108 complaints name the engine component group (3 crashes, 5 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 90 complaints name the air bags component group (11 crashes, 2 fires, 8 injuries, median mileage at failure 67,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 90 complaints name the speed control component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 80,945). NHTSA vehicle records
- 65 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 11 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 63,131). NHTSA vehicle records
- 60 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 84,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 32 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 77,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 30 complaints name the structure component group (3 crashes, 4 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 40,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 15V032, filed January 26, 2015: Electrical System. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Rogue AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 26 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.8%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2013 Nissan Rogue with 2.5L 4-cylinder: rated 170 hp. www.epa.gov