2020 Nissan Rogue recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Nissan Rogue and 152 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are forward collision avoidance (56), unknown or other (36), electrical system (32). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 27–29 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2020 has the fewest owner complaints of any Rogue model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 5.0 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2020 Nissan Rogue. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Electrical system · ignition · anti-theft · immobilizer/proximity · key/sender
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
On Thursday, XXX at 14:44 pm while driving on route 202 in [XXX], the car made a loud popping sound from under the hood, followed by other metallic sounds, then all dashboard warning indicator lights flashed & the accelerator stoped working. As the car was being steered to the shoulder, a huge plume of black smoke rose from under the hood followed by a roaring fire from under…
While trying to get into my vehicle my door wouldn't open. I had to open it manually with my key. Once inside, I noticed the door locks Also wouldn't lock or unlock my driver's side door. After searching into this, I fear if I dont manually lock it while in use (driving) my car door can fly open.
My front and back auto collision breaking sensor keeps going off as if something is in front of me. It’s not in the back as well. Also will indicate on my dash that there is a vehicle following me too far fast or too close and there will be nothing behind me. This is very scary when I first started happening. I looked it up online and a lot of vehicles are having problems with…
Safety ratings
2020 Nissan Rogue SUV AWD
2020 Nissan Rogue SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2020 Nissan Rogue.
Rogue AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L
Regular
Rogue FWD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.5 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Nissan Rogue, most recently for electrical system · ignition · anti-theft · immobilizer/proximity · key/sender (02/16/2023). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Nissan Rogue?
Based on 152 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (56), unknown or other (36), electrical system (32).
Is the 2020 Nissan Rogue safe?
The 2020 Nissan Rogue earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2020 a good year for the Nissan Rogue?
The 2020 has the fewest owner complaints of any Rogue model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 5.0 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Nissan Rogue get?
EPA ratings for the 2020 Nissan Rogue range from 27 to 29 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: ROGUE, Rogue.