Nissan Rogue vs Subaru Outback
For 2010–2022 models, the Nissan Rogue has 16.6 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 38.5 for the Subaru Outback. 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 (2010–2022), 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
16.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
57% fewer than the Subaru Outback
- Complaints
- 5,362
- Sold
- 3,224,914
- Recall campaigns
- 32
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2011 and 2013. Fewest: 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
Subaru Outback
38.5 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.3× the Nissan Rogue’s rate
- Complaints
- 7,368
- Sold
- 1,913,621
- Recall campaigns
- 48
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2011 and 2019–2020. Fewest: 2012–2014 and 2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Water leaks and seals
Typically around 12,000 mi
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Battery, alternator and charging
Typically around 22,262 mi · repair $250–$1,030
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 20,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 50,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 56,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Nissan Rogue or the Subaru Outback?
For 2010–2022 models, the Nissan Rogue has 16.6 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Subaru Outback has 38.5, 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 Subaru Outback?
The most-reported problem on the Subaru Outback is water leaks and seals, typically around 12,000 miles.
Which Nissan Rogue and Subaru Outback years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Nissan Rogue: 2011 and 2013; Subaru Outback: 2011 and 2019–2020.
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.