Nissan Pathfinder vs Nissan Rogue
For 2007–2022 models, the Nissan Rogue has 17.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 37.9 for the Nissan Pathfinder. 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 Pathfinder
37.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.1× the Nissan Rogue’s rate
- Complaints
- 3,412
- Sold
- 901,358
- Recall campaigns
- 29
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2008 and 2013. Fewest: 2012, 2018 and 2020–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 80,000 mi
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 96,849 mi · repair $260–$1,910
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Transmission cooler and fluid overheating
Typically around 102,000 mi · repair $200–$600
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 27,000 mi
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 71,908 mi · repair $630–$1,700
Nissan Rogue
17.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
53% fewer than the Nissan Pathfinder
- 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
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Nissan Pathfinder or the Nissan Rogue?
For 2007–2022 models, the Nissan Rogue has 17.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Nissan Pathfinder has 37.9, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Pathfinder?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Pathfinder is harsh, delayed or erratic shifting, typically around 80,000 miles.
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.
Which Nissan Pathfinder and Nissan Rogue years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Nissan Pathfinder: 2008 and 2013; Nissan Rogue: 2008–2009, 2011 and 2013.
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.