2013 Nissan Rogue: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 108 owner complaints for the 2013 Nissan Rogue that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11724466 (filed 03/15/2026): “My 2013 nissan rouge looses power and makes a jarring noise immediately after stopping at every stop when i accelerate it suddenly losses almost all power its already caused a crash i got hit right after take off because its immediate deceleration…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11724469 (filed 03/15/2026): “I have already reported a crash due to sudden loos of power and submitted everything except the info that the air bags did not deploy and they should definitely…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11723463 (filed 03/11/2026): “1. what component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? the primary system affected appears to be the cvt transmission. additionally, the engine computer (ecu) and electrical system (including battery, driver-side window, and turn signals) have shown rep…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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