2020 Nissan Rogue
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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 |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 429 |
| 2009 | 320 |
| 2010 | 282 |
| 2011 | 362 |
| 2012 | 317 |
| 2013 | 609 |
| 2014 | 438 |
| 2015 | 552 |
| 2016 | 540 |
| 2017 | 596 |
| 2018 | 666 |
| 2019 | 333 |
| 2020 | 151 |
| 2021 | 285 |
| 2022 | 257 |
| 2023 | 702 |
| 2024 | 197 |
| 2025 | 179 |
| 2026 | 36 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
46% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 70 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN ROGUE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20201120
Drivers seat, unsafe movement wall car in motion, and when applying Brake.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260828
21% of complaints: service brakes — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASH21% of complaints: electrical system — 32 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cybersecurity.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Vehicle Information: 2020 Nissan Rogue Component: Structure/Doors Latch/Lock/Linkage Description of Incident: I am writing to report a serious safety defect regarding the front door lock actuators on my 2020 Nissan Rogue.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260828
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
7% of complaints: seats — 10 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: structure — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I was backing out of my parking spot at work and backed into a car. My backup safety sensorâs did not work. No warning I was near anything. It should have stopped me from hitting anything especially another car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240609
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 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (70 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V093000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2020 Nissan Rogue reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Nissan Rogue is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Nissan Rogue?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Rogue 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.