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2013 Nissan Rogue Airbags Problems

Owner-reported complaints naming the airbag system, filed with NHTSA

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Airbags reportsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
88
Latest Mar 15, 2026
Share of all reportsThis category as a share of every owner report on file for this model year. One report can name more than one component, so the categories overlap.
14%
of 607 total
Crash or fire reportedReports in this category whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. The reporter's own answer on the NHTSA form, not a verified finding.
13
Injuries or deaths reportedTotals the submitters entered on their own reports in this category. Not verified by NHTSA and not a casualty statistic.
9

What this page shows

Reports naming the air-bag system — deployment behaviour, inflators, sensors and warning lights. Every record below is an owner-reported complaint about the 2013 Nissan Rogue submitted to NHTSA — not a confirmed defect, not a recall and not a manufacturer bulletin. 88 reports on file name it.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

Owner reports naming airbag

The 25 most recent of 88, in the owner's own words

AirbagsEngine
Filed Mar 15, 2026
Crash reported

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 ID
11724469
Incident
Mar 14, 2026
AirbagsEngine
Filed Mar 15, 2026
Crash reported

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 ID
11724466
Incident
Feb 14, 2026
AirbagsBody & structureEngine
Filed Oct 22, 2025
Crash reportedFire reported

I was in a head on collision going 55-60mph with no airbags deployed. Car started a dripping fire. I have seatbelt lacerations starting from collarbone/neck area cross my chest, breast and right side ribs including deep bruising on lower abdomen and pelvic area. Police would not let me in my car bc air bags could potentially go off at any time but car made it to the tow-yard still without airbags going off. No warning or recalls sent to me since I bought the car in May of 2022.

NHTSA ID
11695050
Incident
Oct 21, 2025
AirbagsElectrical
Filed Jul 14, 2025

Request for Recall Coverage – 2013 Nissan Rogue Select Airbag Issue Dear Sir, I am the original owner of a 2013 Nissan Rogue Select. Recently, I became aware of a recall issued by Nissan North America for certain 2013–2014 Rogue Select vehicles due to an electrical short in the harness connector. This issue is caused by snow/water and salt seeping through the driver's side floor carpet, resulting in the flickering of the driver-side airbag warning light. My vehicle is experiencing the exact symptoms described in the recall notice. However, when I contacted both the Nissan dealership and Nissan North America, I was informed that my vehicle is not included in the affected recall list—even though it is the same model and year, and shows the exact defect identified in the recall. As a senior citizen, I am deeply concerned about the functionality of the airbag system in my vehicle. I rely on the safety features of my car, and I hope that, if ever needed, the airbag would deploy as intended. I respectfully hope that Nissan reevaluates my case and includes my vehicle in the recall repair program, as the issue clearly aligns with the known defect. Thank you for your attention and assistance in this matter. I look forward to your response.

NHTSA ID
11673260
Incident
Oct 15, 2024
AirbagsElectrical
Filed Apr 1, 2025

I have a 2013 Nissan Rouge. If the car is outside, every time it rains, it floods the driver's side. Which eventually resulted in some electrical malfunction and the driver's side airbag malfunction light. Last year, I noticed that I kept the car outside and not in the garage. I found there is a recall on that. The same issue. But when I called Nissan, they told me that my particular car was not included in that recall. Even when the issue is the same? I am not sure why and to whom to complain. [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID
11652099
Incident
May 15, 2024
AirbagsBody & structure
Filed Oct 8, 2024
Crash reported1 injury reported

During a rear end accident on the highway when someone slammed on their brakes, I hit them at around 40 mph and slamming on my brakes to prevent it and the airbags did not deploy. The light was on the dashboard after the accident as if they did the deploy, the seatbelt blew out and will no longer retract. The front frame of the vehicle bent inwards at a 90 degrees angle puncturing the AC compressor, though the bumper has minimal damage. MA State Troopers noted that damage and allowed me to drive off since "the vehicle is not over heating or leaking", a body shop then said my car is totaled. My insurance company is investigating why/how the frame obtained extensive damage though the outer body is not as damaged. The vehicle has been parked since the accident and is available for inspection. My safety was at risk with a significant crash and the airbags not deploying, the seatbelt injured me, I am under medical treatment for injuries obtained after this accident. I have a police report, I have an insurance claim, I believe this needs to be further investigated. My vehicle was bought used in 2017 from a Nissan Dealership, it has never been in an accident with me as the owner, but my insurance company found an unreported accident from 2014 which could relate to the airbags not deploying and the frame bending so significantly from a rear end accident.

NHTSA ID
11618627
Incident
Oct 2, 2024
Airbags
Filed Sep 5, 2024

Air Bag warning light blinks 1 long and 5 short blinks. Scan shows code of B1018-00 which is passenger seat occupation seat sensor failure meaning even if seat is occupied, air bag will not deploy. Nissan has no coverage for this but earlier and later models did have recall coverage with only the 2013 year not recalled or just ignored. Let's get this handled please.

NHTSA ID
11612903
Incident
Sep 5, 2024
Airbags
Filed Jul 25, 2024

Airbag light continuously blinks on dashboard, I took it into my local dealer and they said it is due to the passenger seat airbag sensor failure. This was not caused by user error, but I feel is a defect in the vehicle itself.

NHTSA ID
11604543
Incident
Jul 25, 2024
Airbags
Filed Jul 24, 2024

The passenger seat sensor does not work anymore. So the passenger side airbag does not register anyone in the seat and is always turned off. The passenger side air bag will not fire if there is a crash. Confirmed by mechanic, the sensor failed and need to replace the entire seat to make it work. The light is showing that the airbag is off even when someone sits in the seat. Not sure how long ago this started.

NHTSA ID
11604392
Incident
Jul 24, 2024
Airbags
Filed Jul 11, 2024

Air bag light is on. Nissan dealer wants $800 to repair.

NHTSA ID
11601254
Incident
Jul 11, 2024
Airbags
Filed Jul 8, 2024

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the air bag warning light was flashing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the failure was due to a fault with the air bag. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 202,878.

NHTSA ID
11600155
Incident
May 1, 2024
Mileage
202,878 mi
Airbags
Filed Mar 3, 2024

Airbag constantly flashing.. Purchased vehicle a week ago and dealership will not fix issue. This 2013 should've been included with airbag defect.

NHTSA ID
11575203
Incident
Feb 24, 2024
AirbagsSeat belts
Filed Oct 5, 2023

The icon light with the picture of person in car seat with airbag is constantly flashing.

NHTSA ID
11548537
Incident
Sep 13, 2023
AirbagsDriver assistance
Filed Jul 14, 2023

1) Air bag light on indicating it doesnt work 2) horn sounding continusly, activate on a left wheel turn 3) cruise control doesnt work but is active in the screen panel 4) radio start automatocally increasing volume continiously driving me crazy.

NHTSA ID
11532232
Incident
Jul 6, 2023
Airbags
Filed Jun 30, 2023

3 of the 4 door handles are broken and have stopped working. Airbag light on Headlight not working wiring bad

NHTSA ID
11529699
Incident
Jan 1, 2020
Airbags
Filed May 15, 2023

Recently the Air bag light on dashboard continually flashing. No collision. They do not turn off. I cannot reset

NHTSA ID
11522170
Incident
Nov 17, 2022
AirbagsSeat belts
Filed Mar 4, 2023

My seatbelt warning light stays on flashing even when seatbelts are in use I’m afraid airbags will go off at any time

NHTSA ID
11510138
Incident
Sep 11, 2021
Airbags
Filed Mar 2, 2023

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving approximately 5-10 MPH, the air bag safety warning light became illuminated. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light was flashing on and off. The contact stated that the air bag sensor failed to operate as designed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and transferred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

NHTSA ID
11509849
Incident
Jul 11, 2022
Mileage
134,000 mi
Airbags
Filed Oct 10, 2022

Driver’s side airbag warning, airbag not functional. Airbag function alert light (flashing) came on with every vehicle start, and continues during car operation. There have been no impacts, dash services or events since car was new, that might cause alert. Dealer says defective parts in airbag harness and sensor need to be replaced, at our cost.

NHTSA ID
11488679
Incident
Oct 9, 2022
Airbags
Filed Oct 10, 2022

Safety issue in passenger seat airbag, continuing/multiple occurrences. “Passenger airbag off” warning has been coming on at every startup, with a passenger in seat. Have to stop, turn ignition off & back on, and usually resets after 7 second wait. No amount of waiting resets it. Dealer said switch in seat is defective, requires seat replacement at our cost, yet problem is most likely NOTP in seat, IS in controller, as evidenced by ability to reset via ignition).

NHTSA ID
11488677
Incident
Oct 1, 2019
AirbagsElectrical
Filed Sep 13, 2022

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to make a left turn, the steering wheel lost connection with the driver’s side air bag. The warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the faulty spiral cable needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact then stated that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the crash zone sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.

NHTSA ID
11484308
Incident
Aug 17, 2022
Mileage
124,000 mi
Airbags
Filed Aug 5, 2022

Hi there, question. I own a 2013 Nissan Rogue and the passenger side airbag will not work because the sensor on the passenger seat is not working. So when a person seats on the passenger seat, the airbag is not active. I have contacted Nissan and they have informed me that the part is no longer available. I am sure I am not the only person who has this issue. How can I report this so that Nissan can take action on fixing this issue? Thanking you in advance. [email protected]

NHTSA ID
11477701
Incident
Mar 2, 2020
Airbags
Filed Jul 22, 2022

Airbag light flashing on and off, code B1054 shows driver airbag module(open).

NHTSA ID
11475264
Incident
Jul 2, 2022
Airbags
Filed Jul 20, 2022

The airbag light on the console has been flashing for some time. I took it into the dealership, and they first replaced the airbag module. That has not resolved the flashing light so now they want to replace the clock spring. I am concerned that since the 2014 model has recalls concerning airbags, the 2013 might also have problems that fall under a recall category. I do have repair receipts, should you need additional information.

NHTSA ID
11474985
Incident
Jan 1, 2021
Airbags
Filed Jul 12, 2022

The airbag light is flashing on off in a repeat pattern continuously. Mileage is about 75,000. Attempts to reset it using the key switch on-off method have not been successful. I see other owners have filed complaints of similar nature. Taking it to dealer for evaluation and subsequent repair if any. However wanted to report the problem in case this is a widespread occurrence with other owners also

NHTSA ID
11473563
Incident
Apr 4, 2022

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