Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2020 Nissan Rogue. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Ignition Key May Collapse and Shut Off Vehicle
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (152)
152 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The forward collision avoidance is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 152 |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 56 | 36.8% |
| Unknown or other | 36 | 23.7% |
| Electrical system | 32 | 21.1% |
| Service brakes | 32 | 21.1% |
| Seats | 10 | 6.6% |
| Air bags | 8 | 5.3% |
| Engine | 8 | 5.3% |
| Structure | 8 | 5.3% |
| Suspension | 7 | 4.6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 3.9% |
How 2020 compares with other Rogue years
Best and worst Rogue years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 542 | 7 |
| 2017 | 598 | 5 |
| 2018 | 668 | 3 |
| 2019 | 337 | 3 |
| 2020 | 152 | 1 |
| 2021 | 290 | 10 |
| 2022 | 264 | 6 |
| 2023 | 729 | 6 |
| 2024 | 206 | 4 |
| 2025 | 186 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2020 Nissan Rogue suv fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 29 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,300
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 312 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 29 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 33 / 29 | $2,300 | 312 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 31 / 27 | $2,500 | 324 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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Where to next
2020 Nissan Rogue FAQ
How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Rogue have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 23V093000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2020 Nissan Rogue problems?
Owners filed 152 complaints with NHTSA. Forward collision avoidance (56), Unknown or other (36), Electrical system (32) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2020 Nissan Rogue get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 26 city, 33 highway and 29 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2020 Nissan Rogue get?
NHTSA rated the 2020 Nissan Rogue suv fwd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (16.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2020 Rogue compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2021 Nissan Rogue model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (152) and the 2018 the most (668). The 2020 drew 152. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.