NHTSA has 152 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Nissan Rogue[1]. The biggest group names the forward collision avoidance system[2].
Most reported problems
Here is how the complaints on file split up by the part owners named.
- Forward collision avoidance. 56 complaints[2]. Owners describe the car braking hard on its own with nothing ahead, plus warning lights that flash on and off at random times.
- Unknown or other. 36 complaints[6]. These reports do not point to one specific part, so there is no clear story to retell.
- Brakes. 32 complaints[7]. In the stories we read, owners describe sudden automatic stops at road speed with an empty road ahead, and worry about cars behind them.
- Electrical system. 32 complaints[8]. Owners describe a dashboard screen going blank and warning lights for the braking assist coming on, along with other odd behavior.
- Seats. 10 complaints[9]. Owners describe a driver seat that feels loose, shifts or clicks when the car starts and stops, and in one case a failed weld.
- Structure. 8 complaints[10].
- Engine. 8 complaints[11].
- Air bags. 8 complaints[12].
These are unverified reports sent to NHTSA, and one complaint can name more than one part.
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2020 Rogue is necessarily included.
- Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Immobilizer/Proximity › Key/Sender (23V093), February 2023. About 712,458 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
How 2020 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 429 | 5 |
| 2009 | 320 | 3 |
| 2010 | 282 | 2 |
| 2011 | 363 | 2 |
| 2012 | 318 | 2 |
| 2013 | 610 | 1 |
| 2014 | 440 | 10 |
| 2015 | 553 | 9 |
| 2016 | 542 | 7 |
| 2017 | 600 | 6 |
| 2018 | 669 | 4 |
| 2019 | 339 | 4 |
| 2020 | 152 | 1 |
| 2021 | 291 | 10 |
| 2022 | 242 | 1 |
| 2023 | 744 | 6 |
| 2024 | 216 | 4 |
| 2025 | 196 | 3 |
| 2026 | 53 | 2 |
NHTSA's counts for the Rogue show 152 complaints and 1 recalls for 2020[3]. Among the 19 model years listed, 1 have fewer complaints than 2020 and 17 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2026 (53) and the most are for 2023 (744)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2020 Rogue?
The complaint record for this model year has forward collision avoidance as its largest named group[2], with brakes also prominent[7]. Some owners describe sudden automatic braking with nothing ahead and worry about the cars behind them. The file also shows other groups, such as the electrical system and seats, with smaller counts[8][9]. Some reports mention crashes and fires, and this model year also has a recall on file, so read the details before you decide[1][3]. Complaint counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide and not a score.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2020 Nissan Rogue?
- The largest group in the complaints names the forward collision avoidance system[2]. Unknown or other follows with 36, then brakes and the electrical system with 32 each[6][7][8].
- Does the 2020 Nissan Rogue have any recalls?
- Yes, the page lists a recall for this model year[3]. The Recalls section shows the details.
- How many complaints are there for the 2020 Nissan Rogue?
- NHTSA has 152 complaints on file[1]. They are unverified owner reports.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2020 Nissan Rogue?
- See the Fuel economy section on this page. It is built from EPA data.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 152 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Nissan Rogue (9 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 6 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 56 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (4 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 8,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Rogue model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Rogue FWD, 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 26 city / 33 highway / 29 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,300. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 16.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 36 complaints name the unknown or other component group (2 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 2,945). NHTSA vehicle records
- 32 complaints name the brakes component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 8,563). NHTSA vehicle records
- 32 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 4 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 20,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 10 complaints name the seats component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 8 complaints name the structure component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 8 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 4 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 8 complaints name the air bags component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 23V093, filed February 16, 2023: Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Immobilizer / Proximity › Key / Sender. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Rogue AWD, 2.5L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 25 city / 31 highway / 27 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,500. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 16.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2020 Nissan Rogue with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 141 hp. www.epa.gov
- EPA Test Car List, 2020 Nissan Rogue with 2.5L 4-cylinder: rated 170 hp. www.epa.gov