Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport
The 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport has a notable recall regarding a key collapse issue, which may pose a safety concern. This model has a modest number of owner complaints, mainly categorized under 'Other', indicating various minor reliability issues. Overall, it is a decent option if care is taken during inspection and test drive.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 74 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #23V093000 Ignition Key May Collapse and Shut Off Vehicle NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 23 complaints
- Engine 20 complaints
- Electrical System 13 complaints
- Unknown or Other 12 complaints
- Air Bags 6 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 5 complaints
Of the 74 complaints on file, 4 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 74 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Key may collapse while driving
How to check: Inspect the ignition key for any folding or collapsing
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises
Red flag: Loud or rough idle sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check for warning lights on dashboard
Red flag: Persistent warning lights
- 03
City driving
What to check: Feel for smooth gear changes
Red flag: Hard or jerky shifts
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure steady acceleration without hesitation
Red flag: Hesitation or power loss
- 05
Braking
What to check: Test for responsive and smooth braking
Red flag: Brake pedal feels soft
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the key recall been addressed?
- Any persistent dashboard warning lights?
- Has the car had regular maintenance?
- What previous mechanical issues occurred?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Maintenance records
- Vehicle history report
- Title and registration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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