Nissan Rogue Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Nissan Rogue model year (2008–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Nissan Rogue Years to Avoid
4 recalls · 541 complaints
22 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 597
0 recalls · 529 complaints
28 reported injuries
Top issue: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 585
1 recall · 474 complaints
50 reported injuries
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 577
Best Nissan Rogue Years to Buy
1 recall · 34 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 39
0 recalls · 132 complaints
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 142
0 recalls · 140 complaints
Main area: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Problem score: 150
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Nissan Rogue — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 34 | 1 | — | 39 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 132 | 5 | — | 142 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 177 | 11 | — | 199 | Good |
| 2023 | 4 | 541 | 22 | — | 597 | Avoid |
| 2022 | 1 | 165 | — | — | 168 | Good |
| 2021 | 4 | 218 | 14 | — | 258 | Caution |
| 2020 | 0 | 140 | 5 | — | 150 | Good |
| 2019 | 0 | 251 | 10 | — | 271 | Caution |
| 2018 | 0 | 529 | 28 | — | 585 | Avoid |
| 2017 | 1 | 474 | 50 | — | 577 | Avoid |
| 2016 | 3 | 401 | 24 | 5 | 483 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 6 | 419 | 20 | — | 477 | Avoid |
| 2014 | 7 | 291 | 12 | — | 336 | Caution |
| 2013 | 1 | 458 | 3 | — | 467 | Avoid |
| 2012 | 2 | 216 | 14 | — | 250 | Caution |
| 2011 | 1 | 250 | 4 | — | 261 | Caution |
| 2010 | 1 | 194 | 4 | — | 205 | Good |
| 2009 | 2 | 202 | 2 | — | 212 | Caution |
| 2008 | 3 | 331 | 5 | — | 350 | Caution |
All 19 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Nissan Rogue Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Rogue models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 39 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2014Mid-decade Rogue units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2014 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Rogue models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Rogue should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2023 Nissan Rogue if possible. It has 4 recalls, 541 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 597 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Rogue to buy?+
The 2026 Nissan Rogue is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 39. It has only 1 recall and 34 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Rogue has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2020 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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