2020 Nissan Rogue
Common Problems
Ranked from 50 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
12 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Automatic Emergency Braking Malfunctions
18complaintsSafety riskOtherThe automatic emergency braking system activates unexpectedly, causing the vehicle to stop abruptly without any object in front.
- 2
Forward Collision Warning Malfunctions
9complaintsSafety riskOtherThe forward collision warning system malfunctions, falsely activating the automatic emergency braking system.
- 3
Service Brakes Fail to Function Properly
8complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe service brakes engage unexpectedly, causing the vehicle to stop suddenly without user input.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Air Bag Deployment Issues
7complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe air bags deploy unexpectedly or fail to deploy when needed, posing a risk to occupants.
Related recall: 23V093000
- 5
Seat Malfunctions
7complaintsHigh severityOtherSeats exhibit unusual noises and movements, potentially causing distraction and discomfort during driving.
- 6
Brakes Engage Without Warning
6complaintsSafety riskOtherThe brakes engage suddenly without any physical application, causing the vehicle to stop abruptly.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 7
Driver Door Lock Actuator Failure
4complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe driver door lock actuator fails to operate correctly, leading to potential theft or injury.
$200–$600est. door lock/latch repair · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V093000
- 8
Lane Departure Warning System Malfunctions
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe lane departure warning system intermittently fails to stay on or function properly on highways.
Related recall: 23V093000
- 9
Engine Stall Due to Stop-Start System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe stop-start system malfunctions, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Powertrain Malfunctions
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe powertrain experiences unexpected stalling and jerking issues, affecting vehicle stability and control.
- 11
Sunroof Malfunctions
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe panoramic sunroof shatters or collapses unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury or glass shards during travel.
- 12
Vehicle Speed Control System Issues
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle speed control system malfunctions, causing the cruise control to disengage unexpectedly.
Related recall: 23V093000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.