This page covers 2 recalls, 282 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2010 Nissan Rogue.
23–24 mpg combined
9.8–10.2 L/100km
Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2010 Nissan Rogue centers on the powertrain, specifically the continuously variable transmission (CVT). Owners frequently report the CVT losing power at highway speeds, particularly during sustained uphill driving or in high heat, with the vehicle dropping speed significantly before recovering or requiring service. Some owners describe the transmission refusing to engage after shifting into drive. The vehicle speed control system draws the second-highest complaint volume, with owners reporting unexpected power loss or throttle-related concerns. Airbag complaints are also notable, with multiple owners describing inadvertent deployment while the vehicle was parked or stationary, with no collision involved. A smaller number of reports describe electrical smoke or fire originating from inside or under the hood with no prior warning symptoms.
282
Total Complaints
10
Crash-Related
17
Fire-Related
9
With Injuries
By System
The 2010 Nissan Rogue has two recalls, both involving fire risk: one from an electrical short in the vehicle itself and one from a Garmin GPS unit whose battery can overheat.
The electrical short is a concern within the vehicle's wiring and can result in a fire. Separately, vehicles that were equipped with a Garmin Nuvi 750 portable navigation system face a fire risk from the unit's battery, which can overheat during use.
At a glance
What can fail
Snow, water, and salt can seep through the driver side floor carpet and reach the wiring harness connector, causing an electrical short.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the harness connector and install a new connector with waterproof seal if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The battery in the Garmin Nuvi 750 navigation system can overheat.
What the fix does
Garmin technicians will replace the battery and insert a spacer on top of it at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
