Is the 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT reliable?

The 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT has 96 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (23 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (22 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (13 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT?

Yes, there are 1 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER. Contact any Nissan dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT?

The 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT gets 27 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1778. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT is approximately $1,590/year (wagon class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Average

Quick Summary

The 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT has 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 96. The most common issue is transmission problems (24% of all complaints), specifically: for over a year, i've had trouble with one of the tires losing air every few days. i'm thinking that perhaps it is the valve stem, but i'm not a mechanic. the other day, though, i was accelerating on a mountain road moving about 45/50 mph and the car stopped accelerating. it was as if it was in n. There is 1 recall issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.

2 fire reports 7 crash reports 6 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

TRANSMISSION

23 complaints

24%

• FOR OVER A YEAR, I'VE HAD TROUBLE WITH ONE OF THE TIRES LOSING AIR EVERY FEW DAYS. I'M THINKING THAT PERHAPS IT IS THE VALVE STEM, BUT I'M NOT A MECHANIC. THE OTHER DAY, THOUGH, I WAS ACCELERATING ON A MOUNTAIN ROAD MOVING ABOUT 45/50 MPH AND THE CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING. IT WAS AS IF IT WAS IN N
• The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired at the dealer for stalling and battery failure, the battery was replaced. The contact stated that recently the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration when the accelerator pedal was depressed and t
• The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that occasionally at start-up and while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would stall without warning. The contact used a code reader to diagnose the failure, but no results were found. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“FOR OVER A YEAR, I'VE HAD TROUBLE WITH ONE OF THE TIRES LOSING AIR EVERY FEW DAYS. I'M THINKING THAT PERHAPS IT IS THE VALVE STEM, BUT I'M NOT A MECHANIC. THE OTHER DAY, THOUGH, I WAS ACCELERATING ON A MOUNTAIN ROAD MOVING ABOUT 45/50 MPH AND THE CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING. IT WAS AS IF IT WAS IN N”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT

Based on 25 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 48K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 30-60K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 70K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (1)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER16/02/2023

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Rogue and 2017-2022 Rogue Sport vehicles equipped with a jackknife style ignition key. The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.

Risk: Driver contact with a key in the collapsed position could inadvertently shut off the vehicle while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the vehicle shuts off while driving, the air bags may not deploy in a crash as intended, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed March 29, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22C5.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,778

Per month

$148

Per mile

14.8¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,847/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,600/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Nissan ROGUE SPORT

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,590

Full coverage / month

$133

Liability only / year

$607

vs US avg

-5%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (wagon)0.95x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$1590

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Nissan ROGUE SPORT Service Intervals

Oil change

5K mi / 6 mo

Tire rotation

5K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

105K mi

Spark plugs

105K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

CVT-equipped models (Altima, Sentra, Rogue, Pathfinder) MUST use Nissan NS-3 CVT fluid, not conventional ATF. Frequent CVT service extends life significantly.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Nissan New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Nissan. If you're buying a used 2017 ROGUE SPORT, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Nissan dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 96 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: FOR OVER A YEAR, I'VE HAD TROUBLE WITH ONE OF THE TIRES LOSING AIR EVERY FEW DAYS. I'M THINKING THAT PERHAPS IT IS THE VALVE STEM, BUT I'M NOT A MECHANIC. THE OTHER DAY, THOUGH, I WAS ACCELERATING ON A MOUNTAIN ROAD MOVING ABOUT 45/50 MPH AND THE CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING. IT WAS AS IF IT WAS IN N
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: MY VEHICLE WOULD BE WORKING AND RUNNING FINE FOR A LITTLE BIT BUT AFTER DRIVING IT FOR A WHILE, MY A/C WOULD STOP BLOWING COOL AIR. IT WOULD BE BLOWING COOL AIR AT FIRST AND THEN START BLOWING HOT AIR AND THEN MY CAR WOULD START TO OVERHEAT AFTERWARDS. I MOSTLY HAVE THIS PROBLEM WHEN MY CAR IS STOPP
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: STARTING AROUND 26,000 MILES, THIS NEW TO US SUV STARTED TO GLITCH IN THE ELECTRONICS. THE AIR WILL TURN HOT, THE RADIO WILL TURN OFF, THEN THE AIR BAG LIGHTS FLICKER, THEN IT STATES THAT THE VEHICLE IS OVERHEATING(EVERY PHYSICAL EXAMINATION INDICATES IT IS NOT). YOU CAN TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND ONE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: FORWARD EMERGENCY BRAKING (FEB) SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ISSUE AND CAR IS SLAMMING ON THE BRAKES, EVEN WHEN THERE ARE NO OBSTACLES AROUND: 1. DRIVING AT 65MPH, LIGHT STARTED BLINKING, NO OTHER OBSERVED PROBLEMS. CAR / ALL SENSORS WERE CLEAN, NO OBSTACLES. 2. AFTER DRIVING FURTHER (ABOUT 15 MINUTES
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Nissan dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)