This page covers 4 recalls, 652 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 Nissan Rogue.
27–34 mpg combined
6.9–8.7 L/100km
Small 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 4 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2018 Nissan Rogue centers on the automatic emergency braking system and the service brakes. A large share of owners report the automatic emergency braking activating unexpectedly, braking hard or slowing the vehicle significantly with no apparent obstacle present. This happens at highway speeds and in stop-and-go traffic alike, and owners frequently describe it as a rear-end collision hazard due to following traffic. Brake-related complaints more broadly include unintended braking events that appear tied to the same forward collision avoidance system. The electrical system draws a smaller but notable cluster of reports covering interior components and connectivity issues. A handful of owners also describe CVT behavior, the transmission becoming sluggish or stalling under load, sometimes requiring a restart to restore normal operation, though this complaint volume is considerably lower than the braking-related reports.
652
Total Complaints
35
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
36
With Injuries
By System
The 2018 Nissan Rogue has 4 recalls, the most serious being a folding ignition key that can collapse while driving and accidentally shut off the engine, cutting power and raising the risk of a crash.
Two recalls affect only Rogue Hybrid models. The brake booster can overheat internally and lose its power assist, which forces the driver to push the pedal much harder and extends stopping distances. A separate hybrid-only issue involves the engine control module bracket making contact with the engine wiring harness, which can blow a fuse and cause the engine to stall without warning. The fourth recall covers the rearview camera, which can fail to display an image when the vehicle is in reverse, removing the view of what is behind the vehicle while backing up.
At a glance
What can fail
The jackknife-style ignition key may fold into a closed position while you are driving, potentially disabling the engine.
What the fix does
A dealer will insert a spacer into your key's slot to prevent it from collapsing. This service is free.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 4 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
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 →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The hydraulic brake booster can overheat internally, causing a loss of power brake assist.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the hydraulic brake booster supply unit at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Electronic Control Module bracket can contact and damage the engine harness, causing a blown fuse.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a harness protector cover at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The backup camera display settings can be changed so the rear view image disappears. The system saves this setting, so the rear view remains hidden when you shift into reverse.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the backup camera software settings at no cost to restore proper rear visibility functionality.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
