Nissan Rogue 2020 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Nissan Rogue 2020 and 152 complaints filed by owners. It's the model year with the fewest complaints for the Nissan Rogue between 2016 and 2025.
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Nissan Rogue 2020? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Nissan Rogue 2020
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 23V093000 · 2023-02-16
What happens
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
152 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
9 with a crash · 7 with a fire · 6 injuries
Most reported problems on the Nissan Rogue 2020
- Forward collision avoidance: 56 (37% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 32 (21% of complaints)
- Brakes: 32 (21% of complaints)
- Seats: 10 (7% of complaints)
- Engine: 8 (5% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Nissan Rogue 2020
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Nissan Rogue SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2020 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Nissan Rogue recalls by year
- 2016 : 7 recalls · 541 complaints
- 2017 : 5 recalls · 599 complaints
- 2018 : 3 recalls · 609 complaints
- 2019 : 3 recalls · 336 complaints
- 2020 : 1 recalls · 152 complaints
- 2021 : 10 recalls · 290 complaints
- 2022 : 6 recalls · 265 complaints
- 2023 : 6 recalls · 733 complaints
- 2024 : 4 recalls · 212 complaints
- 2025 : 3 recalls · 190 complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Nissan Rogue 2020 have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall issued for the Nissan Rogue 2020. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Nissan Rogue 2020?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: forward collision avoidance (56 of 152 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).