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2020 Nissan Rogue
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Overview
Our database contains 151 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2020 Nissan Rogue, most frequently naming the driver assistance, brakes and electrical categories. 1 safety recall has been issued covering this model year; and 122 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2020 | 1 | 1 |
| Feb 2020 | 2 | 3 |
| Mar 2020 | 4 | 7 |
| May 2020 | 1 | 8 |
| Jul 2020 | 1 | 9 |
| Aug 2020 | 2 | 11 |
| Oct 2020 | 5 | 16 |
| Nov 2020 | 3 | 19 |
| Dec 2020 | 2 | 21 |
| Jan 2021 | 7 | 28 |
| Feb 2021 | 1 | 29 |
| Mar 2021 | 5 | 34 |
| Apr 2021 | 5 | 39 |
| Jul 2021 | 2 | 41 |
| Aug 2021 | 3 | 44 |
| Sep 2021 | 3 | 47 |
| Nov 2021 | 4 | 51 |
| Dec 2021 | 1 | 52 |
| Feb 2022 | 1 | 53 |
| Mar 2022 | 2 | 55 |
| Apr 2022 | 1 | 56 |
| Jun 2022 | 1 | 57 |
| Aug 2022 | 2 | 59 |
| Oct 2022 | 2 | 61 |
| Jan 2023 | 1 | 62 |
| Feb 2023 | 4 | 66 |
| Mar 2023 | 3 | 69 |
| Apr 2023 | 1 | 70 |
| Jun 2023 | 3 | 73 |
| Jul 2023 | 2 | 75 |
| Aug 2023 | 2 | 77 |
| Sep 2023 | 1 | 78 |
| Oct 2023 | 2 | 80 |
| Nov 2023 | 2 | 82 |
| Dec 2023 | 2 | 84 |
| Jan 2024 | 2 | 86 |
| Mar 2024 | 5 | 91 |
| Apr 2024 | 4 | 95 |
| May 2024 | 3 | 98 |
| Jun 2024 | 4 | 102 |
| Jul 2024 | 1 | 103 |
| Sep 2024 | 3 | 106 |
| Nov 2024 | 1 | 107 |
| Dec 2024 | 6 | 113 |
| Jan 2025 | 3 | 116 |
| Feb 2025 | 2 | 118 |
| Mar 2025 | 1 | 119 |
| Apr 2025 | 2 | 121 |
| Jul 2025 | 4 | 125 |
| Aug 2025 | 2 | 127 |
| Sep 2025 | 4 | 131 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | 133 |
| Dec 2025 | 3 | 136 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | 138 |
| Mar 2026 | 4 | 142 |
| Apr 2026 | 4 | 146 |
| May 2026 | 1 | 147 |
| Aug 2026 | 2 | 149 |
| Sep 2026 | 2 | 151 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Driver assistance6233.2%
- Brakes3217.1%
- Electrical3116.6%
- Interior & seats105.3%
- Airbags84.3%
- Body & structure84.3%
- Engine73.7%
- Suspension73.7%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
1 campaign cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govRecent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
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.
- NHTSA ID
- 11763170
- Incident
- Sep 9, 2026
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 this as well as the break, actually stopping and not being able to release as a mother that travels with three children daily and take care of patients in my vehicle. This is very concerning. on the form it only allows you to give one pacific date but this is an ongoing issue. I would say on average. I see this sensor go on my dashboard at least 10 to 12 times a month. It eventually goes off, but I’m very fearful that I will be driving in the brake system will activate due to the faulty system sensors for the front and back.
- NHTSA ID
- 11762518
- Incident
- Dec 23, 2023
Drivers seat, unsafe movement wall car in motion, and when applying Brake. Seat lever at times constantly drains battery rear and forward motion sensor applies brakes when nothing obstructing rear seat belts have made it difficult to either secure or unsecure passengers door locks on driver side need to go around through passenger to unlock. We have taken in the gate to be fixed because the rear gate hatch comes down on its own so many issues with this vehicle. There are documentations at the dealership with service advisor in capital Auto Mall Parkway, Nissan. San Jose, California.
- NHTSA ID
- 11760500
- Incident
- Mar 24, 2023
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. Without warning, the front door lock actuator(s) completely failed, rendering the electronic locking and unlocking mechanism useless.This is a critical safety hazard. When the actuator fails, the door can become jammed and I cannot lock my front doors. In an emergency situation or a motor vehicle accident, first responders would not be able to open the doors from the outside, and occupants would be trapped inside due to this component failure. In safety situations I am unable to use the fob to unlock/lock the doors nor the buttons inside the car to lock/unlock. This is a well-documented and widespread issue with the 2014–2020 Nissan Rogue generation. Nissan is aware of this defect but has not issued a recall. I am requesting that the NHTSA launch an official safety investigation into Nissan's door latch and actuator assemblies before this defect results in a severe injury or fatal entrapment.
- NHTSA ID
- 11760422
- Incident
- Aug 1, 2025
The door lock actuator no longer reliably locks or unlocks the driver's door.
- NHTSA ID
- 11736592
- Incident
- May 4, 2026
Driver's side door locks intermittently will not lock or unlock with button or intelli key fob. Requiring to use manual key inside intelli key to unlock/lock car or manual inside lock itself. Multiple people have filed complaints about this. There is even a class action lawsuit. Something should be done to force Nissan to do a recall instead of saying we can fix it for $700. I understand that some may not see this as a specific safety issue but when coming to your car in a dark parking lot and having to search for the key to manually unlock it, feels a little like a safety issue to me. Thank you for your time.
- NHTSA ID
- 11734239
- Incident
- Feb 1, 2026
The 2020 Nissan rogue as I was driving, started smoking, then stalled. I immediately got out and popped the hood and there was flames everywhere. Entire engine bay burned. I saved the car from burning completely by dumping water. As I was in a national forest, that is very acceptable to wildfires. Fire department and fire investigator came out. Fire investigator said it was of his opinion that it started on the passenger side, electric cooling fan for the radiator. Which I agree after looking at the aftermath and noticing where to fire was coming from as I was putting it out.
- NHTSA ID
- 11730273
- Incident
- Apr 9, 2026
The front passenger door lock does not fully engage or disengage with the key fob or when putting the car in park. The lever must be maually controls by hand to unlock or lock the door.0
- NHTSA ID
- 11730252
- Incident
- Mar 30, 2026
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
STRUCTURE:BODY
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1).
STRUCTURE:BODY
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1).
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION HINT: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a 4G network compatible TCU. TCUs compatible with 3G network only are no longer supported. SERVICE INFORMATION The APPLIED VEHICLES that come equipped with a factory installed SOS switch, located near the overhead map lamp, also come equipped with a wireless communication device called a Telematics Communication Unit (TCU). With an active NissanConnect® Services subscription, the TCU communicates with the NissanConnect® Services Data Center to provide various security and convenience services. This bulletin contains important service procedures that must be performed properly in order to set-up and maintain the telematics system for the APPLIED VEHICLES. · A table has been provided on the next page that lists the steps required to successfully configure a TCU after it has been replaced. · A CHECK-OFF SHEET has been provided on page 20 to print and check off steps as they are performed. Staple the completed CHECK-OFF SHEET to the repair order.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING; SERVICE BRAKES
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT BLINKING APPLIED SYSTEMS: Vehicles equipped with a lane camera (see Figure 1) SERVICE INFORMATION If the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) warning light or is blinking (but not illuminated steadily) or the customer states it is blinking, and there are no related DTCs, inspect the windshield. A blinking AEB warning light may occur under the following conditions: When contamination or foreign material adhere to the lane camera viewing window on the windshield. When driving while it is snowing or when frost forms on the lane camera viewing window on the windshield. When the lane camera viewing window on the windshield is temporarily fogged up. Figure 1 Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle. HINT: o Refer to the applicable ESM for diagnosis if DTCs are present in the Laser/Radar, ICC/ADAS, or Lane Camera systems. o For further information: Refer to the following pages. Use the search keyword “blinking” in the ESM.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING; SERVICE BRAKES
INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE AND AEB/FEB WARNING LIGHT ON OR RADAR OBSTRUCTION MESSAGE DISPLAYED WITH DTC C1A16 OR C2582 IF YOU CONFIRM IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (on the next page) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair. Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle. The customer states that the ICC stopped working while driving, OR The customer states that the AEB/FEB warning light is ON, or turned ON, while driving (Figure 1), OR The message “Unavailable Front Radar Obstruction” or “Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner's Manual” has displayed while driving (Figure 2). AND DTC C1A16, C1A16-97, C2582, or C2582-97 is the ONLY DTC stored. Figure 1 Figure 2 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner’s Manual
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST; LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
LANE CAMERA AIMING VEHICLE REFERENCE VALUES NOT IN ESM SERVICE INFORMATION If the lane camera requires aiming, the values in Table A on page 4 must be used. For all other models/model years, consult the Electronic Service Manual (ESM).
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 43 | 2 | 0 | 59.7 |
| 2025 | 182 | 3 | 0 | 60.8 |
| 2024 | 201 | 4 | 1 | 63.4 |
| 2023 | 716 | 6 | 2 | 66.9 |
| 2022 | 237 | 1 | 2 | 57.6 |
| 2021 | 288 | 10 | 2 | 68.0 |
| 2020Viewing | 151 | 1 | 0 | 49.9 |
| 2019 | 337 | 3 | 1 | 61.8 |
| 2018 | 668 | 3 | 2 | 60.9 |
| 2017 | 596 | 5 | 2 | 65.1 |
| 2016 | 540 | 7 | 0 | 55.3 |
| 2015 | 553 | 9 | 1 | 60.5 |
| 2014 | 440 | 10 | 0 | 55.3 |
| 2013 | 610 | 1 | 1 | 45.6 |
| 2012 | 318 | 2 | 0 | 48.2 |
| 2011 | 362 | 2 | 0 | 47.1 |
| 2010 | 282 | 2 | 0 | 49.4 |
| 2009 | 320 | 3 | 0 | 46.0 |
| 2008 | 429 | 5 | 0 | 47.9 |
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — |
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.