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2020 Nissan Rogue problems

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Among the better years

The 2020 Nissan Rogue is among the quieter years of the Rogue on NHTSA's books: 235 complaints (46% below the model's median year), a single recall, and no open investigations.

Driver Assistance leads the complaint categories with 73 reports (31% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

235

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

18

Crash-involved

7

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2020 compare to other Rogue years?

Rogue NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted1,002 complaints1999: 1 complaints2007: 5 complaints2008: 615 complaints2009: 433 complaints2010: 421 complaints2011: 509 complaints2012: 434 complaints2013: 849 complaints2014: 607 complaints2015: 730 complaints2016: 750 complaints2017: 863 complaints2018: 1,002 complaints2019: 522 complaints2020: 235 complaints2021: 401 complaints2022: 356 complaints2023: 930 complaints2024: 253 complaints2025: 189 complaints2026: 35 complaints
Rogue NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Nissan Rogue problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance7331%
Other3515%
Brakes3113%
Electrical System3013%
Seats94%
Airbags83%
Engine73%
Suspension73%
Body & Structure73%
Speed Control63%
Visibility & Wipers42%
Lighting42%
Seat Belts42%
Steering42%
Transmission42%
Fuel System21%

Does the 2020 Nissan Rogue have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V093000Electrical SystemFebruary 16, 2023 · 712,458 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I was backing out of my parking spot at work and backed into a car. My backup safety sensor’s did not work. No warning I was near anything. It should have stopped me from hitting anything especially another car. The backup camera has had times of not working. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · June 9, 2024 · crash

“Pulling into Parking space at the Mall...went to brake and husband's foot got caught under brake pedal between gas pedal and brake. not able to release his foot to get on brake pedal car would not stop , put car into park did not stop we hit the car in front. This is the second Accident because of…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 10, 2021 · crash

“Pulling into Parking space at the Mall...went to brake and husband's foot got caught under brake pedal between gas pedal and brake. not able to release his foot to get on brake pedal car would not stop , put car into park did not stop we hit the car in front. This is the second Accident because of…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 10, 2021 · crash

“Started the car and then the engine caught fire. Front of the car is completely charred and fire had to be put out by the fire department. Car is totaled now. This complaint has been raised with Nissan Consumer Affairs.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 14, 2025 · fire

“Driver's seat is clicking and moving the driver back and forth in place while in operation. Also, The seat clicks upon stop and go acceleration, when weight is shifted and/or car breaks for a stop. Driver's seat is unsecure and has multiple movements as if the seat is trying to latch in place all…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · April 1, 2024

2020 Nissan Rogue — common questions

Is the 2020 Nissan Rogue reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 235 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Rogue year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2020 Rogue problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (73 complaints), other (35 complaints), brakes (31 complaints).

Does the 2020 Nissan Rogue have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Nissan Rogue. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Nissan Rogue years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Rogue years to avoid are 2018, 2023, 2017, 2013, 2016, 2015, 2019, 2021. The cleanest record among Rogue years belongs to 1999.

How safe is the 2020 Nissan Rogue?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2020 Nissan Rogue earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.