2023 Nissan Rogue Safety Report
2023 NISSAN ROGUE Safety Analysis
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2023 Nissan Rogue
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2023 Nissan Rogue. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (6) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (563) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 19 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine | Compare engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2026 | Compare against the 2026 Nissan Rogue with 14 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2021 | Check the 2021 Nissan Rogue before buying across this generation. |
Nissan Rogue Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Nissan Rogue years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Nissan Rogue | 142 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Nissan Rogue | 218 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2025 Nissan Rogue | 137 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Nissan Rogue | 245 | 10 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2026 Nissan Rogue | 14 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Nissan Rogue | 142 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2023 Nissan Rogue Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2023 Nissan Rogue, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Engine
98 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Nissan onlyEngine And Engine Cooling
89 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine And Engine Cooling issues Nissan onlyUnknown Or Other
73 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Nissan onlyEngine,Fuel/Propulsion System
33 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Nissan onlyFuel/Propulsion System
33 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Nissan onlyVisibility/Wiper
26 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Visibility/Wiper issues Nissan onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2023 Nissan Rogue
Reliability Score
The 2023 Nissan Rogue receives a reliability score of 89 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2023 Nissan Rogue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2023 Nissan Rogue
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2023 Nissan Rogue:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling Recalled for hard parts internal/mechanical failures, affecting engine performance and reliability. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Seat Belts Recalled for critical fasteners, potentially leading to seat belt failure during accidents. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Bags Recalled for frontal driver side air bag inflator module issues, though less frequent. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Panoramic Sunroof Reported to explode outward without external impact, posing a significant safety risk. |
High | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2023 Nissan Rogue:
Issues with engine and engine cooling systems are the most common problems reported.
Recall Details for the 2023 Nissan Rogue
The following 6 recalls have been issued for the 2023 Nissan Rogue by NHTSA:
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Rogue vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. Increased temperatures can break down the engine oil, which may cause the engine bearings to seize and become damaged, leading to engine failure.
Consequence: Engine failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, inspect for diagnostic trouble codes, and test drive the vehicle, free of charge. The dealer may also inspect the oil pan for metal debris, and replace the engine if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner letters are expected to be mailed March 27, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261...
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Consequence: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners may have been incorrectly manufactured, which can cause the seat belts to not properly restrain occupants. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies," and 210 "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 26, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD105.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Consequence: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Nissan Rogue vehicles. The fastener in the rear seat belt anchor attachment points may not have been tightened properly and can loosen over time.
Consequence: A loose rear seat belt anchor fastener may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt anchor bolts. Additionally, dealers will apply warning labels to the seat belt attachment points to indicate the bolt size and torque value required for any future seat belt repair. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-80...
Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.
Consequence: An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC966, PC967.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2023 Nissan Rogue
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2023 Nissan Rogue with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
I was going about 30 mph and slowing to turn into my driveway, when my rear window exploded, I thought someone shot it out. I went to dealership and they said it's not covered by my warranty and that they have heard of this happening. So Nissan knows this is a problem yet they refuse to recall it. I've had the car 1 month, I purchased it on February 23, 2026 and this occurred on March 24, 2026. I'...
After a routine oil change, the check engine light came on and would not go off. Soon after the idling warning came on, blinking and indicating a system malfunction. The vehicle has been inspected by the Nissan dealership in my area and the piston has been damaged in the engine. This has put my family and myself at risk of having possible engine failure and possible car accident.
Case #XXX for my 2023 Nissan Rogue SL VIN [XXX] . The vehicle is subject to Recall Code R25D1 (ROGUE MY21-23 KR ENG XXX), involving CVT bearing deterioration and metallic debris circulating within the engine. My vehicle has exhibited rough operation and was inspected at Wood Nissan in Lee’s Summit, where no defect was acknowledged. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT ...
CVT LIGHT COMES ON AND SAYS POWER MAY BE REDUCED IN LIMP MODE. MIL LIGHT CAME ON MOTOR IS MISS FIRING
I am reporting a premature corrosion issue on my Nissan Rogue with approximately 25,000 miles. Rust has developed on the roof panel, which is highly unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. The vehicle was purchased in early December 2025. To my knowledge, this condition was not disclosed by the selling dealer, CarMax, along with other issues identified after purchase. To the best of my kn...
The most recent incident the emergency brake locked on and the dash flashed system malfunction , maintenance needed, , emergency braking system shut down and several indicators were shut down . This continued for 90 minutes while I was on the phone with Nissan and was waiting for the tow truck when arriving at Nissan 72 miles away , they were not able to find any codes and the car was fine no issu...
I am reporting a safety issue with my 2023 Nissan Rogue Platinum involving engine failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for repairs under warranty and remained there for approximately 8 months. I was only provided a loaner vehicle for one month during this time. After finally receiving the vehicle back, the engine is still not running properly and the issue appears unresolved. An engin...
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was initially taken to an independent mechanic where the DTC for a failure with the turbo charger was retrieved. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where no errors codes were retrieved; however, the check engine warning light returned two weeks la...
Back windshield shattered for no reason.
The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal banging sound coming from the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle jerked back and forth and was shaking abnormally. The check engine warning light was illuminated. There was white smoke coming from the exhaust. The contact attempted to drive the vehicle to the shoulder of the ro...
While operating my 2023 Nissan Rogue, the panoramic sunroof exploded outward without any external impact. The incident occurred under normal driving conditions with no debris strike, collision, or environmental hazard. The explosion produced a loud sound consistent with owner reports in past Nissan sunroof cases, often described as similar to a "gunshot." The Glass front the sunroof rained down o...
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, engine oil sprayed all over the engine. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who replaced the engine under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V437000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the failure recurred two days later, resulting in a loss of drive power while driving. The vehicle was towed back to the ...
The rear windshield on my Nissan Rogue shattered suddenly without any impact while the vehicle was parked. The glass appeared to explode outward. I later discovered other owners have reported similar issues with Rogue rear windshields shattering unexpectedly. I had to replace the glass immediately for safety and paid out of pocket for the repair. I am concerned this may be related to a defect in t...
While driving my 2023 Nissan Rogue (approximately 51,000 miles), the vehicle completely lost all electrical power twice. The first incident occurred on Wednesday while stopped at a traffic light, and the second occurred on Friday afternoon after parking the vehicle; in the second instance, it would not start and had to be towed to the dealership. Prior to the failures, the vehicle displayed CVT Ma...
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that the oil pressure warning light was illuminated, and the message to “See Owner's Manual” was displayed. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a faulty battery, and the batte...
When accelerating vehicle will lose power and not accelerate. Releasing the gas pedal for a few seconds and then pressing it again the vehicle will accelerate. Also, when coming to a stop the transmission with make a high pitch whining noise
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The vehicle was a dealer sale. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy on a Carfax Report and an oil change sticker. The contact researched prior to the purchase and was made aware per a Carfax report that the mileage was 59,545; however, at the time of the registration the mileage was approximately 54,644. The contact state...
My 2023 Nissan Rogue experienced engine problems beginning in August 2025. The vehicle started having difficulty starting and the engine was not operating normally. In September 2025 the engine completely failed and the vehicle became inoperable. Because the engine failure required a major repair that I could not afford, the vehicle was eventually repossessed. I later discovered that my VIN ([XX...
I have a check engine light that just appeared on. I'm receiving messages that my Nissan Rogue may have an emission control system malfunction. I am advised not to drive the car above 45MPH, avoid hard acceleration or deceleration, avoid steep hill grades, and reduce the amount of cargo being hauled if possible.
Engine keeps making noise Check Engine light keeps on due to a part on car Take and speed is slow Car will only got up to 80 top speed
Showing 20 of 563 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2023 Nissan Rogue
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
Opened 2023-12-13 · Closed 2025-07-18
On December 13, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23-023 to investigate allegations of engine failures leading to loss of motive power in model year (MY) 2021-2023 Nissan Rogue; MY 2019-2021 Nissan Altima; and MY 2019-2021 Infiniti QX50 vehicles. At that time, ODI had received 6 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQ) and multiple early warning reports, with consumers reporting engine knocking noises accompanied by a loss of engine power while driving. The investigation identif...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2023 Nissan Rogue
Has the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE been recalled?
Yes, the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE has 6 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE have?
The 2023 NISSAN ROGUE has 563 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 17 involved crashes. 13 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
The 2023 NISSAN ROGUE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE involve engine (98 complaints), engine and engine cooling (89 complaints), unknown or other (73 complaints). Other affected components include engine,fuel/propulsion system, fuel/propulsion system, visibility/wiper.
How many crash reports does the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE have?
There are 17 crash reports associated with the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE out of 563 total complaints (3.0% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE have?
There are 2 fire reports for the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE out of 563 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE.
How many injuries are reported for the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
13 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE is proceed with caution. It has 563 complaints, 6 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
The components with the most failures on the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE are: 1. ENGINE (98 complaints), 2. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (89 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (73 complaints), 4. ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (33 complaints), 5. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (33 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 98 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
Be aware of recalls and have your vehicle checked for engine and engine cooling issues, as well as seat belt and air bag problems. The 2023 NISSAN ROGUE has 563 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
The 2023 NISSAN ROGUE receives a reliability score of 89/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 563 owner complaints, 6 recalls, and 19 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Engine and engine cooling and Seat belts.
What are the known issues with the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE?
Known issues with the 2023 NISSAN ROGUE include: Engine and engine cooling, Seat belts, Air bags, Panoramic sunroof. These are based on patterns found across 563 NHTSA complaints. 6 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common safety issues with the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
Engine and engine cooling issues, seat belt problems, and air bag recalls are the most common.
Can the panoramic sunroof on a 2023 Nissan Rogue explode?
Yes, there have been reports of the panoramic sunroof exploding outward without external impact.
Are there any recalls related to the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
Yes, recalls have been issued for engine and engine cooling, seat belts, air bags, and critical fasteners.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of recalls and have your vehicle checked for engine and engine cooling issues, as well as seat belt and air bag problems.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2023 Nissan Rogue
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2023 Nissan Rogue. The data includes 563 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 6 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 17 reported crashes, 2 fire incidents, 13 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2023 Nissan Rogue an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16