CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Nissan Rogue has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 671 complaints with NHTSA, including 35 crashes, 2 fires, 49 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (261 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2018 Nissan Rogue recalls
Folding Key Can Shut Off Engine While Driving
Certain Nissan Rogue and Rogue Sport vehicles have a jackknife-style ignition key that can collapse into a folded position while the vehicle is being driven.
Blown fuse can stall engine, raising crash risk
Contact between the engine control module bracket and the engine harness on certain hybrid vehicles can damage the harness and blow a fuse.
Rear camera image can be turned off, raising crash risk
The rear-view camera and display settings can be adjusted so the backup camera image no longer appears on the screen, and the system keeps that setting the next time the vehicle is put in reverse.
Most common 2018 Nissan Rogue problems
Problem areas named in the 671 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 261 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 203 |
| Unknown Or Other | 139 |
| Electrical System | 95 |
| Engine | 57 |
| Power Train | 48 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 37 |
| Air Bags | 33 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 22 |
| Steering | 19 |
What owners report
On March 20, 2026, at 83,606 miles I reported to Gunn Nissan Dealership my 2018 Nissan was shaking and shuddering.   Over a five-month period , and repeated trips to Gunn Nissan the shaking and shuddering progressed to clunking without Gunn identifying the problem as a cvt issue. On September 6, 2026, Pep Boys discovered that the transmission cvt scudder had completely failed. The cvt failure threatened my safety by leaving me stranded on the road. It is my understanding that a failing transmission has the potential of suddenly seizing up or slipping into neutral while driving.   The Chassis Control error light came on the day after the replacement transmission was installed.
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated to 60 MPH. The contact continued to depress the brake pedal, but the vehicle continued accelerating. While continue to depress the brake pedal the vehicle decelerated and then operated normally. The vehicle was driven to the residence and parked. The contact stated that the failure lasted for approximately 20 seconds. During the failure the contact sustained a mild neck injury. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. Prior to the failure the vehicle had experienced several safety and electrical failures including the Forward Collision Avoidance warning
passenger airbag light turn off a few second after starting the vehicle. Nissan of Staten Island, NY Technician tried to perform zero-point rest but was unable to do. Found current code B0040-00 Occupant sensor unit in abnormal voltage and pass diagnostic trouble code B-00A0-02 occupant sensor unit malfunction. Recommended to replace occupant detector unit and seat frame . It costs $3,133.26. My concern is that this appears to be a known Nissan issue addressed in Technical Service Bulletin NTB19-071A, which applies to Nissan vehicles experiencing OCS sensor failures. While Nissan has acknowledged the issue through a technical bulletin, no recall was issued, leaving owners responsible for a v
2018 Rogue Hybrid FWD, ~101,090 miles. Driving normal, stopped car due to traffic, on acceleration had sudden revving without corresponding acceleration/lurching, hybrid warning followed by CEL, P0776 and P0701, Nissan dealer diagnosis requiring replacement of hybrid transaxle 31020-3ZX4C, quoted transaxle $8,818.28 and total repair around $12,500
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the front driver's side door failed to lock. The contact associated the failure with the door actuator from an unknown recall found online. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.
2018 Nissan Rogue safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD Later Release | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.9% rollover risk) |
| 2018 Nissan Rogue SUV AWD Later Release | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.4% rollover risk) |
| 2018 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD Early Release | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.9% rollover risk) |
| 2018 Nissan Rogue SUV AWD Early Release | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (16.4% rollover risk) |
2018 Nissan Rogue questions
Does the 2018 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 Nissan Rogue: Folding Key Can Shut Off Engine While Driving; Blown fuse can stall engine, raising crash risk; Rear camera image can be turned off, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Nissan Rogue?
Based on 671 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (261), Forward Collision Avoidance (203), Unknown Or Other (139).
How safe is the 2018 Nissan Rogue?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2018 Nissan Rogue up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Nissan Rogue has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.