Nissan Kicks Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
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Nissan Kicks — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Best | 1 | 2 | 0 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2025 | 3 | 24 | 1 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | Full report → |
| 2024 | 1 | 20 | 1 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2023 | 1 | 23 | 1 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Full report → |
| 2022 | 0 | 20 | 2 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2021Worst | 2 | 66 | 2 | STRUCTURE | Full report → |
Most Common Kicks Problems
Based on 155 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
Kicks Years to Avoid
Best Kicks Years to Buy
Years with the fewest combined complaints and recalls in recent data.
Nissan Kicks Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Nissan Kicks Reliability
What year Kicks has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2021 Nissan Kicks had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 66 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2021 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Nissan Kicks reliable?
The Nissan Kicks has accumulated 155 owner-filed complaints and 8 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2026 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Kicks.
What are the most common Kicks problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Nissan Kicks across recent model years are: STRUCTURE (27 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (13 reports), FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (11 reports), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (9 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my Kicks has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Nissan Kicks using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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