Is the Nissan Rogue reliable?
70% of the 34 we inspected scored 60/100 or higher, with an average of 66/100 — it scores noticeably better than the typical used car we inspect.
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Cars inspectedreal pre-purchase inspections66/100
Average conditionall cars we check: 61/10070%
In good shape (60+)all cars we check: 55%Across 34 used Nissan Rogues we inspected, this model scores noticeably better than the typical used car we inspect — average condition 66/100 vs 61 for all cars we check. Every number on this page comes from real pre-purchase inspections — cars people were about to buy and paid an independent inspector to go through point by point, engine to underbody, paint depth to error codes. Not owner surveys, not warranty statistics, not forum lore: what we actually found.
What we found
Most common faults
Tires condition & wear · Brakes and tires
44%
Oil leaks · Engine
41%
Cracked or torn suspension bushings · Suspension
38%
Active error codes · Electronic equipment
29%
Boots · Drivetrain
21%
Share of inspected Nissan Rogues where each item was flagged.
How they score
Excellent 26%
Good 44%
Mediocre 18%
Poor 12%
Hidden history
What the seller might not mention — how often we find it on this model.
68%had a repainted or replaced panelall cars: 75%
6%showed structural repairall cars: 4%
29%had fault codes recently clearedall cars: 23%
More on Nissan
Other Nissan models we've inspected — or see the full Nissan profile.
Straight from recent Nissan Rogue reports
2023 Nissan Rogue · 41k mi — flagged: tires condition & wear, steering wheel, audio and video unit. Inspected Jul 31.
2021 Nissan Rogue · 88k mi — flagged: low coolant / cooling system issues, oil leaks, dirty or low engine oil. Inspected Jul 22.
The bottom line
Oil leaks show up often enough on these Rogues that you should start every walk-around by checking the underside and valve cover for fresh seepage, then immediately poke the suspension bushings for cracks or tears. Pair that with a full code scan—cleared codes sit a bit high—and fresh tires are almost a given at 44 percent. Structural repairs edge above the norm, so demand clean history or walk. Use any combination of leaks, torn bushings, or active codes to push hard on price; if two or more stack up, the car is already telling you it will nickel-and-dime you later.
FAQ
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What are the most common problems on a used Nissan Rogue?
The items we flag most often are tires condition & wear (44%), oil leaks (41%), cracked or torn suspension bushings (38%). Have these checked before buying.
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Should I worry about cleared fault codes?
On 29% of these cars the ECU codes had been erased shortly before sale, which can hide active faults. Ask for a diagnostic scan and start the engine from cold.
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Based on 34 inspections · updated Aug 12, 2026
