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
Buyers facing a used Rogue should zero in on oil leaks and suspension bushings first. Oil leaks appear on 41 percent of them, so start underneath and in the engine bay for seepage—that finding alone usually justifies a hard discount or walking. Cracked bushings show up nearly as often, making a bounce test, visual check of the bushings, CV boots and tire wear your next non-negotiables. Cleared codes run higher than typical, so insist on your own full scan before any price talk; hesitation there is a red flag. Structural repairs stay uncommon, yet still verify the frame. These are ordinary crossovers that reward picky inspection and punish anyone who skips the undercarriage.
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 2, 2026
