Is the Nissan Kicks Reliable?
2018–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Nissan Kicks Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 78 | Good |
| 2025 | 2 | 13 | 1 | — | 74 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 28 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 16 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 18 | — | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 34 | — | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 79 | 3 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 1 | 138 | 4 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 1 | 82 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Kicks Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Kicks scores 15 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Nissan Kicks Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 412 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nissan Kicks reliable?+
The Nissan Kicks scores 83/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 6 recall campaigns and 412 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Kicks is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 Kicks achieved the highest reliability score of 94/100 with 0 recalls and 18 complaints.
How many miles does a Kicks last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Nissan Kicks owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Kicks will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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