Nissan Rogue vs Nissan Xterra
For 2007–2015 models, the Nissan Rogue has 27.4 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 36.4 for the Nissan Xterra. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2007–2015), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Nissan Rogue
27.4 complaints per 10,000 sold
25% fewer than the Nissan Xterra
- Complaints
- 3,272
- Sold
- 1,193,135
- Recall campaigns
- 17
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2008–2009, 2011 and 2013. Fewest: 2007. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 75,000 mi
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Driver-assist cameras, radar and calibration
Typically around 10,633 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 60,445 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 43,000 mi
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CVT belt, pulleys and unit failure
Typically around 85,000 mi · repair $2,170–$6,500
Nissan Xterra
36.4 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.3× the Nissan Rogue’s rate
- Complaints
- 742
- Sold
- 203,755
- Recall campaigns
- 7
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2007–2008. Fewest: 2012–2015. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 67,630 mi · repair $630–$1,700
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Transmission cooler and fluid overheating
Typically around 108,630 mi · repair $200–$600
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 105,000 mi · repair $260–$1,910
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Automatic transmission internals
Typically around 111,200 mi · repair $2,910–$5,410
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 109,574 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Nissan Rogue or the Nissan Xterra?
For 2007–2015 models, the Nissan Rogue has 27.4 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Nissan Xterra has 36.4, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Rogue?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Rogue is harsh, delayed or erratic shifting, typically around 75,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Xterra?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Xterra is fuel pump and sending unit, typically around 67,630 miles; the repair typically runs $630–$1,700.
Which Nissan Rogue and Nissan Xterra years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Nissan Rogue: 2008–2009, 2011 and 2013; Nissan Xterra: 2007–2008.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.