Nissan Kicks complaints by model year
535 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | 39 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| 2024 | 37 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 34 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 77 | 6 | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 | 97 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 134 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 86 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2018–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 20 | 43 | 34 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 23 | 39 | 27 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 26 | 31 | 12 | 16 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 7 | 4 |
| Engine | 23 | 35 | 20 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 8 | 19 | 21 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 15 | 22 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Nissan Kicks recalls (10)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Kicks model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V331000 | May 21, 2026 | Blank Screen Display/FMVSS 101 | 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V145000 | Mar 13, 2026 | Insufficiently Welded Front Seat Frames/FMVSS 207, 210 | 2026 | 93.3% |
| 26V023000 | Jan 20, 2026 | Improperly Welded Door Strikers/FMVSS 206 | 2026 | 69.8% |
| 25V324000 | Jun 4, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 | 2025 | 91.4% |
| 25V188000 | Apr 17, 2025 | Incorrect Weight Rating on GAWR and GVWR Label | 2025 | 87.6% |
| 24V969000 | Dec 23, 2024 | Unexpected Vehicle Movement/FMVSS 114 | 2025 | 87.6% |
| 24V154000 | Feb 27, 2024 | Inflator May Deploy Improperly | 2023, 2024 | 86.3% |
| 23V496000 | Jul 18, 2023 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2021 | 89.7% |
| 22V693000 | Sep 15, 2022 | Loss of Power Steering Assist | 2021 | 86.9% |
| 19V654000 | Sep 12, 2019 | No Back-Up Camera Display Image/FMVSS 111 | 2018, 2019 | 80.4% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2025 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2024 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv early release fwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Nissan Kicks FAQ
How many recalls has the Nissan Kicks had?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns that cover at least one Nissan Kicks model year from 2018 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Nissan Kicks year has the most complaints?
Among the last 4 model years with settled counts, the 2019 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (134) and the 2021 the fewest (77). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Nissan Kicks problems?
Across the 2018–2026 model years, owners most often name the forward collision avoidance, electrical system, unknown or other in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Nissan Kicks get?
EPA rates the 2026 Nissan Kicks at 30 to 31 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.