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NHTSA crash test of the 2020 Nissan Rogue

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2020 Nissan Rogue

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
147Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE NISSAN ROGUE

The Nissan Rogue is a five-passenger compact crossover SUV competing in one of the most hotly contested segments in the American market. Aimed squarely at families and commuters who want a practical, fuel-conscious daily driver with available all-wheel drive, the Rogue has consistently ranked among the best-selling vehicles in the United States. Our coverage spans the 2019 through 2025 model years.

VERDICT

The 2020 Nissan Rogue earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 84 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Nissan Rogue as a comfortable, family-friendly compact crossover with a spacious interior and smooth ride quality that suits everyday driving well. Most find it a sensible mainstream choice in a crowded segment, though professional assessments tend to note that it faces stiff competition from rivals that edge it out on driving dynamics and some technology features.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 16.4%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14527

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record13/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER23V093000

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.

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.

Reported 2023-02-16

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

147 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

9reported crash
6reported fire
6reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsForward Collision Avoidance 54Unknown Or Other 35Service Brakes 31Electrical System 28Seats 9Air Bags 8

Other Rogue years

Rivals in SUV (2020)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 14527), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Nissan Rogue 2020. Class rank 53 of 107 in SUV 2020. Methodology · Disclosure