The twin-turbocharged V6 is the heart of the GT-R. Over time, especially with hard use, turbocharger seals and bearings can wear, leading to reduced boost, oil consumption, or complete turbo failure. Regular oil changes with quality synthetic oil are crucial. Estimated repair cost: $3,000 - $6,000+.

2018 Nissan GT-R Maintenance guide

Name: Maintenance dataset for 2018 Nissan GT-R
Creator: Carfocal

v1.1Updated Jun 15, 2026Daniel Wilson4 Sources Analyzed

MAINTENANCE SUMMARY

The 2018 Nissan GT-R, with a 'Good' reliability verdict and zero recalls or complaints, demands meticulous adherence to its maintenance schedule. Proactive inspection of high-performance components like the twin-turbocharged V6 engine and all-wheel-drive system is paramount, given the inherent stresses of this supercar.

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Reliability Score

Est. Annual Maintenance Cost

$700 - $1,200

TSBs & Recalls

25 TSBs | 0 Recalls

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Key Takeaways

The 2018 GT-R has an excellent public reliability score of 9.6.
Zero recalls and zero consumer complaints reported.

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Critical service intervals

Common failure analysis

Symptoms and prevention guidance