Nissan Rogue vs Toyota 4RUNNER
For 2007–2022 models, the Toyota 4RUNNER has 8.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 17.9 for the Nissan Rogue. 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 (2007–2022), 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
17.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.2× the Toyota 4RUNNER’s rate
- Complaints
- 6,074
- Sold
- 3,389,079
- Recall campaigns
- 32
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2008–2009, 2011 and 2013. Fewest: 2007 and 2019–2021. 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
Toyota 4RUNNER
8.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
54% fewer than the Nissan Rogue
- Complaints
- 1,184
- Sold
- 1,424,223
- Recall campaigns
- 32
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2010–2011. Fewest: 2017 and 2020–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body and panel corrosion
Typically around 147,000 mi
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Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion
Typically around 150,500 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 68,471 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 61,500 mi
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Rear differential and axle
Typically around 138,000 mi · repair $1,350–$2,550
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Nissan Rogue or the Toyota 4RUNNER?
For 2007–2022 models, the Toyota 4RUNNER has 8.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Nissan Rogue has 17.9, 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 Toyota 4RUNNER?
The most-reported problem on the Toyota 4RUNNER is body and panel corrosion, typically around 147,000 miles.
Which Nissan Rogue and Toyota 4RUNNER years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Nissan Rogue: 2008–2009, 2011 and 2013; Toyota 4RUNNER: 2010–2011.
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.