Name: 2013 Nissan Rogue
Brand: Nissan

Nissan Rogue

EPA MPG: 23 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

EPA MPG: 23 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

RECALL ALERT: There is 1 recall on this vehicle. Learn More.

There is 1 recall on this vehicle. Learn More.

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2013 Nissan Rogue owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

What Owners Say

Other major transmission & clutch problem

"Transmission overheats and causes car to reduce speed to approximately 40 mph and you eventually have to stop to let it cool down. Creates a dangerous situation. Has been a problem since 65,000+ miles and Nissan failed to correct the problem."

Anonymous A., MS (2013 Nissan Rogue S 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Transmission rebuild or replacement

"Cvt is the worst design"

Anonymous, TX (2013 Nissan Rogue SV 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Cvt transmission has known problems. My transmission has been replaced twice in 8 months and third transmission is starting to have issues. Wish I had known before replacing first transmission or before buying Nissan Rogue!!"

Anonymous, MO (2013 Nissan Rogue SL 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Trans went out at106000 miles and replaced with a rebuilt unit at $5000"

Anonymous A., MD (2013 Nissan Rogue SV 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Transmission stopped working completely about 6-8 weeks ago. It was recently repaired by replacing the transmission."

Anonymous, OH (2013 Nissan Rogue S 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"I'm on the 2nd transmission, and it is failing withing 30,000km. Nissan claims that they do not know about this problem, but it is littered all over the internet about it. We even had a lady at nissan admit that this is a fault. It costs over $7000 Canadian to replace it and you HAVE to get nissan brand. No aftermarket."

Anonymous A., AB (2013 Nissan Rogue SL 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"replaced compressor"

Anonymous, IL (2013 Nissan Rogue SL 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

"Poor build quality on AC compressor"

Anonymous, TX (2013 Nissan Rogue SV 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Evaporator

"Somewhere in the evaporator it sprung a pin hole leak I put stop leak in along with additional freon and it seems to be holding"

Anonymous, FL (2013 Nissan Rogue SL 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Paint And Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"Paint is peeling off."

Anonymous, (2013 Nissan Rogue 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Rust

"Rusts like crazy. My whole hatchback is rusted, bubbling and peeling."

Anonymous A., AB (2013 Nissan Rogue SL 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Steering And Suspension

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Tie rods

"banging sound told both need changing"

Anonymous, (2013 Nissan Rogue S 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Display screen freezes up

"The display screen is just lousy. Not only does it freeze up some of the time but I can never read thi time because some of the pixels have died and if I didn't keep the radio on the same channel I wouldn't know where I was because the pixels have also died that tell me what station I am on."

Anonymous A., SC (2013 Nissan Rogue SV 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

What Owners Say

Driveshaft or axle

"The transmission totally failed and the car needed to be towed"

Anonymous, OH (2013 Nissan Rogue SV 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Noises And Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Air or water leaks

"There is a leak just above the windows, I duct taped the skylight closed, and put silicone anywhere I could find above it, The leak is much better, but it still gets damp in heavy rain"

Anonymous, FL (2013 Nissan Rogue SL 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

What Owners Say

Coolers and lines

"See previous comments."

Anonymous A., MS (2013 Nissan Rogue S 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Locks and latches

"The driver side door lock went out and I had to get in from the passenger's side until I was able to replace it."

Anonymous, (2013 Nissan Rogue 2.5-L 4 Cyl)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

Nissan Rogue

Reliability

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

Transmission Major

What Owners Say

Climate System

What Owners Say

Paint And Trim

What Owners Say

Steering And Suspension

What Owners Say

In-car Electronics

What Owners Say

Drive System

What Owners Say

Noises And Leaks

What Owners Say

Transmission Minor

What Owners Say

Body Hardware

What Owners Say

Fuel System/Emissions

Engine Electrical

Engine Major

Electrical Accessories

Exhaust

Brakes

Engine Cooling

Engine Minor

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