2020 Nissan Rogue Sport
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 94 |
| 2019 | 99 |
| 2020 | 58 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 12 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
38% of complaints: engine — 22 distinct reports on file.
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The vehicleâs air conditioning began turning on and off intermittently while driving. I initially had the issue inspected by an independent mechanic, who checked the refrigerant and confirmed that the freon level was normal.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260816
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I have a 2020 Nissan roque sport with under 70K miles. Started experiencing loud shaking and rattle when turning off car, seems to be the radiator cooling fan. There is a current class action lawsuit but no official recall.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260714
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
26% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
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While in rush hour traffic with over 100ft of clear road no cars, the car made its beeping noise and applied the ebrakes. This could've ended in a loss of life on the high way
NHTSA ODI report, 20260714
22% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing key/sender.
10% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after driving, she parked the vehicle, unattended on a concrete slab. The contact placed the vehicle in the park position, exited the vehicle, and locked it.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240906
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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.
Campaign 23V093000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Nissan Rogue Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V093000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.