2023 Nissan Rogue Engine and Engine Cooling Problems
Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA about engine and engine cooling problems on the 2023 Nissan Rogue, 17% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 54,604 miles. The words owners use most often: “failed accelerate” (13% of reports).
- 123engine and engine cooling complaints
- 54,604median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 56%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Failed accelerate: mentioned in 16 of 123 complaints (13%)
- Engine cooling contacted: mentioned in 12 of 123 complaints (10%)
- Depressing accelerator pedal: mentioned in 10 of 123 complaints (8%)
- Automotive power: mentioned in 8 of 123 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems happen?
Based on 94 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 123 complaints, 2 mention a crash.
Nissan Rogue engine and engine cooling complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine and Engine Cooling complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Rogue | 2 | 1% | 24,000 |
| 2024 Rogue | 6 | 3% | 60,000 |
| 2023 Rogue | 123 | 17% | 54,604 |
| 2022 Rogue | 39 | 16% | 62,279 |
| 2021 Rogue | 12 | 4% | 95,000 |
| 2018 Rogue | 1 | 0% | 47,865 |
| 2016 Rogue | 2 | 0% | 102,500 |
| 2015 Rogue | 1 | 0% | 15 |
| 2014 Rogue | 1 | 0% | 700 |
| 2013 Rogue | 5 | 1% | 60,000 |
| 2012 Rogue | 2 | 1% | 104,897 |
| 2011 Rogue | 2 | 1% | 42,089 |
| 2010 Rogue | 5 | 2% | 50,000 |
| 2009 Rogue | 5 | 2% | 28,200 |
| 2008 Rogue | 5 | 1% | 90,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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 notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25E2 and R25E3. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V437. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 27, 2026.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving 85 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power, with white fumes coming from underneath the front of the vehicle. The low oil pressure warning light was illuminated, and the vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The…
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH uphill, the vehicle stalled and went into LIMP Mode, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where…
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after the son started the vehicle, white exhaust smoke suddenly emerged from the engine compartment and entered the vehicle's cabin. The engine was turned off, and the vehicle was towed to a dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the engine…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2023 Nissan Rogues have engine and engine cooling problems?
No. NHTSA has 123 owner complaints about engine and engine cooling for the 2023 Nissan Rogue (17% of the 737 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Nissan Rogue engine and engine cooling?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list engine and engine cooling. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems start?
The median reported mileage is 54,604 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about engine and engine cooling problems on the 2023 Nissan Rogue?
The most frequent phrase is “failed accelerate”, in 16 of 123 complaints, followed by “engine cooling contacted” (12).
Other 2023 Nissan Rogue problems
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