2018 Nissan Rogue Collision Avoidance Problems

184 owners have reported driver assistance problems with the 2018 Nissan Rogue to NHTSA — 28% of all 669 complaints for this model year. The typical failure happened around 5,000 miles. That ranks #1 of 17 Rogue model years for collision avoidance complaints (a typical year has 12). One related recall has been issued.

184complaints
5ktypical miles
1related recalls
7crashes
0fires
9injuries

Which parts fail

  • Automatic emergency braking
    118
  • Warnings
    32
  • Blind spot detection
    4
  • Adaptive cruise control
    4
  • Dynamic brake support/brake assist
    3
  • Sensing system › Camera
    2

Components named in complaints (automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise, lane keeping, backup camera).

Mileage when the problem started

  • Under 25k
    6669%
  • 25k–50k
    2021%
  • 50k–75k
    66%
  • 75k–100k
    33%
  • 100k–150k
    00%
  • 150k+
    00%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2018 Nissan Rogue owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH and slowing for a traffic signal, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated the "AEB Malfunction" and the symbol of a rear end collision warning was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent, however the failure had become a recurring failure. Additionally, the contact stated that the RPM was fluctuating however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the ADAS control module and AEB system needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.

96,000 miles · Aug 2022

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph when the vehicle suddenly seized due to the car safety sensor for the front of the vehicle suddenly activating with no vehicle's in front or on the sides of the vehicle to cause it to activate. The contact had pressed the accelerator pedal immediately after and the vehicle functioned as anticipated. The contact had spoken to the dealer however the vehicle had not been officially diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage is 41,000.

Warnings · 41,000 miles · Dec 2021

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the crash avoidance system became inoperable. While reversing there was no alert of a person behind the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where informed about the diagnostic fees. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure after several road tests. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but, no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000.

Crash imminent braking · 25,000 miles · Nov 2021

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while exiting the garage, the vehicle stopped and began to move forward. The Forward Collision Avoidance warning light was illuminated. While exiting the garage, the vehicle stopped. There were no objects nearby. The Forward Collision Avoidance warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.

64,000 miles · Apr 2023

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power. The Forward Collision Avoidance warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed on several occasions, but the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.

1,000 miles · Sep 2023

There is a dash light coming on and warning saying "front radar obstruction" causing car to randomly brake, and cruise control not to work. Thought it was originally from a deer I hit March 30, 2025. Replaced sensors, cameras, emblem, checked wiring, recalibrated, multiple diagnostic test all done by more than one person. No one can figure it out even after replacing and testing it's still happening. Insurance deemed it a coincidence that this started happening after I hit the deer and said problem is not from hitting the deer.

Automatic emergency braking · Mar 2025 · crash

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image was intermittently frozen and occasionally reset while the vehicle was in reverse. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000. The VIN was not available.

82,000 miles · Apr 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at various speeds the Forward Collision Automatic Emergency braking system engaged without warning. The collision warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer where an appointment was scheduled but the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 40,400.

Automatic emergency braking · 40,000 miles · Dec 2021

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the forward collision avoidance automatic emergency braking activated independently while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that the front radar obstructed message was displayed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealership to be inspected. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000.

Automatic emergency braking · 23,000 miles · Sep 2021

The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the automatic emergency braking system activated without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000. The VIN was invalid.

Automatic emergency braking · 58,000 miles · Aug 2021

Related recalls

Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

NHTSA recall 19V-654 · Sep 12, 2019 · 1,228,830 vehicles

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated.

NHTSA investigations

False Automatic Emergency Braking

NHTSA investigation PE19010 · opened Sep 9, 2019 · open

NHTSA received a defect petition (DP19-001) from the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) on March 21, 2019 alleging that the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system on Model Year (MY) 2017-2018 Nissan Rogue and Rogue Sport vehicles was engaging in cases where there was no obstruction in the path of the vehicle.

False Automatic Emergency Braking

NHTSA investigation DP19001 · opened Apr 8, 2019 · closed Sep 16, 2019

NHTSA received a letter from the Center for Auto Safety (CAS) on March 21, 2019 alleging that the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system on Model Year (MY) 2017-2018 Nissan Rogue and Rogue Sport vehicles was engaging in cases where there was no obstruction in the path of the vehicle.

Collision Avoidance complaints in other Rogue years

’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25’2621123212761841085840126014154
Collision Avoidance complaints per model year, Nissan Rogue.

Frequently asked questions

How common are collision avoidance problems on the 2018 Nissan Rogue?

NHTSA has 184 complaints about the driver assistance of the 2018 Nissan Rogue, 28% of the model year's 669 complaints. The component named most often is automatic emergency braking (118 mentions).

Is there a recall for 2018 Nissan Rogue collision avoidance problems?

Yes — NHTSA recall 19V-654 (camera, Sep 12, 2019). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

At what mileage do 2018 Nissan Rogue collision avoidance problems start?

Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 5,000 miles, and 69% before 25,000 miles.

Is it dangerous?

Owners linked 7 crashes, 0 fires and 9 injuries to driver assistance problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.