2021-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport Key and Sender Recall (23V093)
Nissan North America, Inc. · 712,458 vehicles · Reported February 16, 2023
Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling 712,458 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport vehicles. The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving. 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. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V093 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V093000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | R22C8 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | February 16, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport |
| Units affected | 712,458 |
| Component | Electrical System > Ignition > Anti-Theft > Immobilizer / Proximity > Key / Sender |
| Safety 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. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport in recall 23V093?
The jackknife key may collapse into a folded position while driving.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 Rogue Sport with recall 23V093?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: 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.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: 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.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Rogue Sport shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the key and sender, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V093?
Recall 23V093 covers 712,458 vehicles: 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport.
NHTSA lists 712,458 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Nissan | Rogue Sport |
What is the fix for the Rogue Sport key and sender recall?
Yes. Dealers will insert a spacer into the key slot of the jackknife key, free of charge.
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.
Manufacturer recall number: R22C8.
When was recall 23V093 announced?
Nissan North America, Inc. reported recall 23V093 to NHTSA on February 16, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as August 30, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| February 16, 2023 | Nissan North America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V093000. |
| March 29, 2023 | Letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
| August 30, 2023 | Owner notification letters scheduled (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 44 months ago. If your Rogue Sport was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Rogue Sport is part of recall 23V093?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V093 is open on your Rogue Sport, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 23V093000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Rogue Sport owners do about recall 23V093?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V093000 applies to your Rogue Sport.
- Call a Nissan dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any key and sender symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Rogue Sport owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 6 of them about the electrical system.
Since recall 23V093 was reported on February 16, 2023, owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the electrical system and were received on or after February 16, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related electrical system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 35 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 6 of them involve the electrical system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport: 23 complaints in total, 4 about the electrical system
- 2022 Nissan Rogue Sport: 12 complaints in total, 2 about the electrical system
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
I believe my cars computer is being hacked. Some things I’ve noticed are stereo issues the volume goes up and down or the music skips intermittently. Some times the music turns off. The collision symbol prompts on the dash. Acceleration issues. Antilock breaks don’t work, sometimes. Safety features are being turned off.
2021 Nissan Rogue Sport owner, NE, NHTSA complaint 11649144, filed March 18, 2025
Door lock actuators on driver side doors failed after less than 4 years. Both were “burnt” out according to Nissan tech. Unable to lock, unlock doors. Safety concerns.
2021 Nissan Rogue Sport owner, KS, NHTSA complaint 11714440, filed January 30, 2026
I am reporting a serious safety incident involving my 2021 Nissan Rogue, which caught on fire unexpectedly on Feb. 6, 2026 approximately 4:30 am. The fire originated from the vehicle without warning and posed an immediate danger to life and property.The vehicle was parked at the time of incident.
2021 Nissan Rogue Sport owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11716460, filed February 7, 2026
Can recall 23V093 make my Rogue Sport a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this key and sender recall means their Rogue Sport qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Intermittent electrical problems are a frequent source of repeat repair visits: the dealer cannot reproduce the fault, the owner brings the 2021-2022 Nissan Rogue Sport back, and the problem shows up again.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V093
Did the recall 23V093 fix work?
Since recall 23V093 was reported on February 16, 2023, owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed August 30, 2023.
Is the 23V093000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Rogue Sport is part of recall 23V093000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V093000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Nissan. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.