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Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport

Overall rating NHTSA-grounded

Average

Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,500–$7,000

The 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport shows mixed performance, with some complaints in key areas like the electrical system and service brakes. Given recalls and complaints about the anti-theft ignition system and camera sensing, it offers average reliability compared to peers.

Most-common failures

Part Typical mileage Cost range Frequency
electrical system40,000–70,000 miles$200–$600common
service brakes30,000–50,000 miles$150–$500common
engine and cooling60,000–90,000 miles$400–$1,500occasional
forward collision system50,000–80,000 miles$300–$1,000occasional

Scheduled maintenance to budget

Routine items every owner should plan for.

  • Oil and filter changes
  • Brake inspections
  • Battery health check
  • Tire rotations and balancing
  • Transmission fluid replacement
  • Spark plug replacement
  • Coolant flush

Warning signs to watch for

Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.

  • Ignition key collapsing
  • Camera sensor failures
  • Brake warning lights
  • Unstable vehicle speed
  • Unusual engine noises

Generated by gpt-4o on 8/18/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.