VIN REPORT

3N1CP5CV1RL5516662024 NISSAN KicksSV

9of 100
Low Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls
1
1 campaign found
Safety Grade
D
67/100 composite
Complaints
30
NHTSA filed
Vehicle Age
2 yrs
Made in MEXICO
BUYPurchase Verdict

2024 NISSAN Kicks was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There is 1 open recall on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase. 30 owner complaints include 1 reported injury, indicating real-world safety incidents beyond normal wear.

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Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2024 NISSAN Kicks

2024 NISSAN Kicks was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There is 1 open recall on record — verify these have been repaired before purchase. 30 owner complaints include 1 reported injury, indicating real-world safety incidents beyond normal wear.

  • 1 open recall — verify these have been repaired before purchase
  • 1 injury reported across 30 owner complaints
  • Complaint rate is accelerating — issues appear to be getting worse, not better
  • Component failure cascade detected — a known defect pattern that typically leads to more severe downstream damage
Owner Complaint Intelligence

30 owner complaints filed — top areas: Visibility (40%), Other (27%), Electrical (10%). 2 crashes reported.

9
of 100
Low Risk
Low risk profile — minor signals only, likely routine.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
2 Contributing Risk Factors
Accelerating complaint trend — problems increasing over time
+6
1 model-wide recall on record
+3
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
NISSAN
Model
Kicks
Year
2024
Trim / Series
SV
Body Style
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Drive Type
4x2
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
1.6L
Transmission
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Doors
4
Manufacturer
NISSAN MEXICANA, S.A. DE C.V.
Assembly
AGUASCALIENTES, AGUASCALIENTES, MEXICO
GVWR
Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg)

Assembly Plant Quality

Nissan Aguascalientes Assembly

DQuality45/100
Below Average📍 AGUASCALIENTES, AGUASCALIENTES

Builds Versa and Sentra. Quality historically lags Nissan's US Smyrna plant.

Documented Issues
  • Elevated complaint rates vs. Smyrna-built equivalents
  • Higher warranty claim concentration
Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

D
Score: 67/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety22/30
Complaint History25/30
25/100Moderate
  • Airbag system recall
82/100
Comprehensive
16 of 20 safety features detected
Elevated
  • 30 complaints on a 2-year-old vehicle — unusually high
  • Safety system appears in both official recalls and owner complaints

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

The same components appear in both official NHTSA recalls and owner-filed complaints — a double-confirmed failure signal.

Safety Systems
1 recall2 complaints

Driver Assistance Features

ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database

Forward Collision WarningStandard
Automatic Emergency BrakingStandard
Pedestrian AEBStandard
Rear AEBStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard
Lane Keep Assist?Unknown
Lane Centering Assist?Unknown
Blind Spot MonitoringStandard
Rear Cross Traffic AlertStandard
Adaptive Cruise ControlStandard
Adaptive Headlights?Unknown
Auto High BeamStandard
Parking AssistStandard
Backup CameraStandard
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Tire Pressure Monitoring?Direct
Event Data RecorderStandard
Crash Notification?Unknown
Dynamic Brake SupportStandard
Keyless IgnitionStandard

Fuel Economy & Environment

EPA fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov

31
City
Good
33
Combined
Good
36
Highway
Very Good
Annual Fuel Cost$1,850
5-Year vs AverageSave $1,750
CO₂ Tailpipe269 g/mi
Annual Petroleum9.0 barrels
EPA GHG Score6/10
EPA Fuel Economy Score6/10
Emissions: T3B30
Recalls1

Deferred Failure Risk

Vehicle-specific risks from this model-year's complaint record, known defects, and service milestones

24/100
Monitor Deferred Risk
The visibility system is the most-reported problem for the 2024 NISSAN Kicks — 12 NHTSA complaints (40% of all filings). Prioritize it in a pre-purchase inspection.
No odometer data on record. Items marked VERIFY below are age-based maintenance reminders — general guidance, not confirmed findings for this specific vehicle. Confirm actual mileage and service history with the seller.
COMMONLY REPORTEDHighVisibility
12 owner complaints · 40% of all filings
Inspect the visibility system before purchase — the most-reported problem for the 2024 NISSAN Kicks
Owners of the 2024 NISSAN Kicks report visibility issues more than most other systems. Complaints concentrated in one area often signal a systemic weakness worth a targeted pre-purchase inspection.
COMMONLY REPORTEDHighElectrical
3 owner complaints · 10% of all filings
Inspect the electrical system before purchase — the 2nd most-reported problem for the 2024 NISSAN Kicks
Owners of the 2024 NISSAN Kicks report electrical issues more than most other systems. Complaints concentrated in one area often signal a systemic weakness worth a targeted pre-purchase inspection.

NHTSA Safety Recalls

1 RECALL
1found

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 1 recall below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

Average repair completion across 1 recall is ~76%. Always ask the seller for dealer service records confirming each repair.

76%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

NISSAN Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
84%Fair

NISSAN completes recalls at a fair rate (84%). If this vehicle has open recalls, follow up with a dealer — average remedy time is ~21 months.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~21 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
21mo
#24V154000
Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

SummaryNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Est. Repair Completion~76%

~24% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall Intelligence

Detailed analysis of recall history and severity

Safety Systems
1
Part Replacements
0
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
Complaints30

Complaint Intelligence

30 complaints analyzed across 7 system categories

Visibility
12
Other
1 crash1 inj8
Electrical
3
Brakes
2
Safety Systems
1 crash2
Engine/Powertrain
2
Body/Structure
1
2024
5
2025
7
2026
18
Accelerating +1300%
28
Last 24 months
2
Prior 24 months

⚠ Complaint rate is accelerating — issue may be getting worse

PEAKS SUMMER (JUN–AUG)

56% of complaints filed in Jun & Jan — may indicate temperature-sensitive or weather-related failures.

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Electrical failure1
Fire/smoke1
Conditions Reported
Parking/low-speed (4)Rain/wet (2)Cold weather (2)Highway/high-speed (1)

Owner Complaints

HIGH VOLUME

30 safety complaints filed with NHTSA

30found
2
Crashes
1
Injury
ODI #11746678VISIBILITY/WIPER

Rear windshield suddenly shattered whilst driving without being struck or hit by anything. Just spontaneous shattering of the glass.

ODI #11745649VISIBILITY

The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rear glass shattered without impact. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.

ODI #11744986VISIBILITY

The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while approaching the vehicle, it was discovered that the rear glass had shattered without impact. The vehicle was parked underneath a carport on a rainy day at the time of the failure. The contact stated that the rear glass had been intact during two previous visits outside before the glass shattered. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and filed a complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.

ODI #11744136SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the ABS warning light was intermittently illuminated. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop as intended while depressing the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure or diagnose the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was provided an assigned case number. The vehicle remained with the dealer however, the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 15,730.

ODI #11742180SEAT BELTS

The car was off and parked, I had been driving, and my grand daughter in the back seat. My grand daughter who is [XXX] old was getting out of the car from the passengers rear door and the rear seat belt locked and retracted around her , continuously tightened and was wrapped around her abdomen, squeezing and failed to release. I attempted myself to get her out of the entrapment with no success. I ran into the building for help, Four adults who were trained in child safety, devices attempted to activate the manual release mechanism described in the manual, but the belt remained completely jammed and trapped her, she was screaming in pain and due to the immediate physical trauma and emergency, we were forced to cut the seat belt to free my grandchild. Nissan Consumer Affairs was notified under Reference # XXX, but they have closed the file, refused to cover the repair, and explicitly refused to provide me with a copy of their investigation report. The seat belt retractor represents a severe safety hazard. I have called them and they state, case closed and no, we won’t be releasing the report. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

ODI #11741777VISIBILITY

The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated while her husband was driving approximately 20 MPH, with the contact in the front passenger's seat, and the contact's sister and minor son in the rear seats, the contact heard an abnormal loud banging sound noticed that the rear window had shattered. The glass fell inside and otside the vehicle. The contact was occupying the front passenger's seat, and the contact's sister and minor son were occupying the rear seats. There was no injury sustained. The contact stated that the defroster had been activated approximately 3 minutes prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the rear window glass was replaced, but the cause of the failure was not provided. The dealer referred the contact to the manufacturer. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.

ODI #11739327ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION

The main infotainment display screen in my 2024 Nissan Kicks failed prematurely and blacked out completely, rendering the backup camera and rear cross-traffic safety systems entirely inoperable. This failure poses an immediate safety hazard to myself and pedestrians, as I am forced to drive and back up daily with zero rear visibility, completely losing essential safety features regulated by federal standards. The defect has been officially inspected and confirmed by an authorized Nissan dealership service center on two separate occasions. The dealer attempted to process a warranty replacement but informed me that the necessary replacement part was backordered due to inventory delays. Despite complying with the diagnostic process, Nissan Consumer Affairs has severely delayed a resolution since January 2026. On May 21, 2026, a supervisor corporate representative (Nancy, ID 7319115) refused to cover 100% of the manufacturing defect, denied providing a resolution in writing, and explicitly prohibited me from recording the phone call to avoid leaving an official audio trail of their statements. I am filing this complaint because Nissan is failing to fix an active safety hazard on a practically new vehicle under warranty.

ODI #11737035VISIBILITY

My mother was seating down drinking coffee when the rear window exploded

ODI #11727902ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN

The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact pulled over and turned off and restarted the vehicle but was unable to shift to drive(D). There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that prior to the failure the vehicle was taken to a dealer for service and was advised that the transmission fluid needed to be flushed. The transmission fluid was not flushed. Additionally, during an oil change at a fast oil change service, the technician advised the contact that there was an oil leak coming from one of the spark plugs. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic to be diagnosed. The oil leak was not repaired. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the local dealer or independent mechanic for the transmission failure. The vehicle was diagnosed but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

ODI #11727671SERVICE BRAKES

12/10/2024 brake warning light was on. Took to dealership and they found the left rear C1BDA-13 actuator malfunction, caliper parking brake motor to have open connection internally. Replaced on 12/13/24 along with gasket brake hose. 1/31/25 brake warning light on again. Dealership found the right rear C1BDB-13 actuator malfunction open. Unable to get code to reset. Replaced on 2/14/25 along with gasket brake hose. 2/19/26 brake warning light on again. Dealership found both rear actuators malfunction open and cracked (technician stated they were cracked in the video sent to me as an update), believe moisture getting inside parking brake calipers and freezing. Replaced both on 3/5/26 along with all 4 gasket brake hoses

ODI #11717471ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY

The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the driveway and turning off the vehicle, while exiting the vehicle, the rear hatchback glass suddenly shattered. The contact stated that prior to the failure, the rear defroster was not activated, and there was no impact to the hatchback glass to cause the glass to shatter. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact stated that previously after parking and turning off the vehicle, the vehicle restarted independently and continued running for approximately six hours before the contact discovered that the vehicle was still running. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,000. The VIN was not available.

ODI #11714473STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

On Friday, January 23, 2026, at approximately 6:41AM, I was going to Starbucks located at 5378 W. Rosecrans Ave Hawthorne, CA 90250. My partner and I were talking, I was just about to exit to get my coffee then we heard a loud “pop” like a gun shot, and then the sound of shattering glass. We jumped, frighted, startled by the sound, immediately looking over at the back seat of my car window. We both exited the car, a man who was outside of the front of my car (just walking by coming out of Starbucks) heard the same sound, he exclaimed “what was that a gun shot?”, we both thought it was an active shooter! I ducked and took cover. I was scared for my life. I noticed a women exiting her car across from mine, assumed it was safe. I asked her if she saw anything. She seen I was shaking up, and my window was shattered. She did not see anything. She asked if we needed assistance to contact the police department. Starbucks employees and witnesses assisted as we were unsure as to what was going on, and worried. I suffer from epilepsy and asthma and I have health problems. It was a lot to take in at that moment; my partner was concerned for me as I was for him. The thoughts of being killed kept running through our minds, and so thankful to be alive, we were completely traumatized! We had to get

ODI #11714356VISIBILITY/WIPER

Rear windshield cracked

ODI #11713891UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Rear windshield shattered into pieces when the vehicle was started.

ODI #11714026UNKNOWN OR OTHER

My back windshield shattered by itself.

ODI #11714029VISIBILITY,BACK OVER PREVENTION

The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at 7 MPH, the rear windshield glass shattered. Neither the dealer nor an independent mechanic was contacted. Additionally, after shifted to drive from reverse the back over prevention camera screen failed to immediately turn off. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000.

ODI #11712193UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I was driving to work around 3:15 am on 1/20/26 when my back windshield exploded! There was no warning. I did have my defrost on. I thought someone had shot or thrown something at my car. I called the service department at my dealership and even spoke the Service Manager. He recommended that I speak with consumer affairs, which I did. I was told to file and insurance claim. Not only that, my window cannot be replaced with an identical window. Mine was tinted from the factory and they do not sell that window. I'll have to pay even more to have my window tinted to match the rest of the car. I did Google this subject and I see that many Nissan vehicle owners have had the same thing happen to their cars. Also I see where a class action lawsuit has been opened. I want Nissan to take responsibility. I was driving on a bridge in the dark - the noise it made was LOUD.

ODI #11709783STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER

The rear body vent seal failed, allowing water to enter the vehicle interior. This component is available for inspection. I noticed a sloshing water sound, and over time there was excess interior moisture, including repeated interior window frosting that required scraping for visibility. A Nissan dealership later confirmed water intrusion and interior mold contamination affecting the driver-side floor, rear seating area, and trunk. The presence of mold inside the cabin poses a health risk to occupants, and ongoing water intrusion creates a potential risk to vehicle electrical systems and other components. The issue was confirmed by a Nissan dealership through inspection and diagnosis. The vehicle has been inspected by Nissan service personnel. No police or insurance inspection was related to this issue. There were no warning lamps, messages, or alerts indicating water intrusion prior to discovery. The only symptom was the sloshing water sound, which prompted inspection.

ODI #11705277UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Back glass shattered while sitting under the carport. It was around 30 degrees outside when it happened. No rock or bullet hole.

ODI #11703210VISIBILITY,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the crash indicator warning light illuminated, but there were no other vehicles nearby. The contact stated that on another occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Lane Departure lines on the instrument panel and the crash indicator warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that within 9 days of owning the vehicle, the rear window glass exploded without impact after sitting alone for approximately 8 hours. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,900.

ODI #11700078VISIBILITY/WIPER

My Nissan Kicks SV was sitting in my carport, with no temperature extremes and no weather when the back windshield exploded. I called the College Station Texas Nissan dealership and they said that my warranty did not cover the exploded windshield. My car is less than 2 years old and only has 13, 015 miles on it. The dealership told me it would cost me over 400.00 dollars to have the windshield replaced. I have explored the internet and found out that this is a recurring thing that happens to Nissan vehicles. Mine is not the first. I have a 4 month old baby that rides in the backseat of this vehicle. If the windshield had exploded while she was in the car, she could have been seriously injured or killed. This is a nightmare of a safety issue.

ODI #11694121VISIBILITY/WIPER

Rear windshield shattered while car was parked indoors. The car had been in the garage for several hours and the temperature was mild so underwent no extreme temperature/pressure fluctuation, rear hatch had been open for about 20 minutes as I was vacuuming the carpets. I was working in the front seat nowhere near the rear window - nothing came in contact with the window, there were no preexisting cracks or chips. The glass seemed to have shattered outward from the edges, as glass from both sides of the window was projected outward into the garage.

ODI #11666259AIR BAGSCRASH

The vehcile was in a munor accicent. There was a rock in the road on a roundabout. The rock popped the front left tire causing vehichle to go out of control. There was some undercarriage damage to the control arms. There was no body damage. No rollover. No other vehicle involved. There was some wheel damage on the right side due to the curbing. This for seemingly no reason caused the passabger side curtain airbags to depoly. There was nobody in the passanger seat.

ODI #11665776LANE DEPARTURECRASH

The contact owned a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 50-55 MPH and merging to the right lane, the vehicle continued pulling to the right, unintendedly even though the driver had straightened the steering wheel to drive straight. The contact stated that the passenger's side of the vehicle crashed into a guardrail, and the vehicle stopped. It was unknown whether the brakes were inoperable at the time of the incident. It was unknown whether a warning light was illuminated before of after the crash. The passenger's side roof rail air bags deployed. The contact stated that the axle and the front passenger's side tire were bent. No police report was filed. There was no injury sustained. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was then towed to an auto body repair shop. The insurance company declared the vehicle a total loss. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure would be investigated. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

ODI #11645054VISIBILITY/WIPER

On the morning of February 24, 2025, I went to the doctor's office because I was really sick. Their protocol is to check in then go wait in the vehicle since you might be contagious to other patients. My mom had gone with me, and was inside checking me in. I am sitting in my parked vehicle at 7:35am when there was a VERY loud pop that scared the heck out of me! My mom said she heard it from inside the building, as did other patients sitting in the lobby! I waited a moment and looked around. There was nothing unusual so I exited the vehicle and walked around. I got to the back and found the whole back window was completely cracked, although still intact, and there were big areas on the sides and bottom, where there was more breaking of the glass to the frame. The temperature at the time was in the low 40s, and I had used the heater from the house to the clinic, which is about a mile away. The car was on, as was the heater, which I have done on many occasions with no incident.

ODI #11627968UNKNOWN OR OTHER1 INJURY

While driving my 2024 Nissan Kicks, I experienced an unexpected issue where the vehicle shifted from park to reverse. As usual, the doors automatically unlocked when I pulled up, and I exited the vehicle. However, just as I stepped out and turned away, the car unexpectedly jumped from park into reverse, causing critical injury to me. I have obtained an attorney.

ODI #11616762ENGINE

I took my 2024 Nissan Kicks SV to the dealership with approximately 2000 miles on it. The vehicle as an increased concerning issue where, while idling in park with no one in the vehicle, the engine will have a continuous revving then loud click/clunk noise, return to normal, then start again. It’s been getting progressively louder. Dealership stated they were unable to replicate the issue and there were no codes/issues showing on the computer. It started happening around 1500 miles occasionally and quieter, but now at nearly 2500 miles it’s increasing in frequency and noise level. I’ve noticed it happens multiple times a week if not every time I drive the vehicle. This is very concerning for a new vehicle.

ODI #11614727UNKNOWN OR OTHER

I purchased a 2024 Nissan Kicks from Courtesy Nissan of Tampa ( Florida) on 7/6/2024. I have 4011 miles on this vehicle. I should preface this letter with letting it be known that I have owned in the past A Nissan 1998 Frontier prick up/ 2004 Xterra, a 2012 Sentra, 2014 Crew cab Frontier PU, a 2019 Crew Cab Frontier PU , a 2019 Nissan Kicks - none of these vehicles have had the issue I currently have with this new car. It is a bit difficult to describe -so bear with me. The area where you put the gas pump nozzle into he the gas tank opening is Loose. It moves when filling up the tank. I have NEVER had this issue with any of the other Nissans I have owned. I took this car back to the dealer ship on Saturday 9/14 to have this checked out. I was told that this is not uncommon. I beg to differ with this perspective. I was told the mechanic " went to several other Nissans and found that they too moved" Well as I was sitting looking into the bay where my car was up on the rack watching the 2 people that were looking under my car - I did not see either of these 2 go anywhere. I believe that this is a dangerous situation as gas could spill over into this area and cause a fire if it hit a hot area under my car. I feel that the dealership was very indifferent to this possibility. As I was watching these 2 people in the mechanic bay - I did a little googling.

ODI #11595864ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

The fuel gage or DTE(Distance to Empty) started to malfunction after the last time the tank was filled up. It did not correct itself and now I can't get an appointment with the Service Department to have it look at.

ODI #11594677FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Problem with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB). I'm driving on a road with 2 lanes in my direction at about 35 mph. Approached a curve that makes a slight left turn in the road. There happens to be a bicyclist on the curve. As the car reaches a position where the bicyclist is in direct frontal view of the vehicles cameras/radar, the AEB activates, even though we're both on the curve and I'm not going to hit the bicyclist. The activation of the AEB lasted only a second or two until the bicyclist was no longer in my direct path, but the noise from the brakes activating and the sudden deceleration scared the devil out of me causing me to panic momentarily. If a car was tailgating at the time, they may have hit me. The AEB system should recognize that I was on a turn/curve at the time and not have activated.

Component Failure Cascade Risk

Known patterns where one defect leads to more severe downstream failures

HighABS issue detected

Loss of brake assist and ABS in emergency — can significantly extend stopping distances

Complaint & Reliability Timeline

Annual complaints (blue) vs. composite reliability score (amber) — recall years marked in red

Annual complaints and reliability score for NISSAN Kicks — recall years marked in red
0918050100202420252026Complaints/yrReliability (0–100)
Annual complaints (left axis)
Reliability score 0–100 (right axis, higher = safer)
Crash-involved complaints that year
Chart Analysis

The blue line shows 30 total NHTSA complaints filed over 3 years, with the worst year being 2026 (18 complaints).

The amber reliability line is declining — recent years score around 86/100, lower than earlier in the vehicle's life. This pattern indicates issues are accumulating over time rather than being resolved, which is a concern for used buyers.

Notably, despite 30 complaints on file, no recall has been issued — either the defect pattern has not met NHTSA's threshold for a formal campaign, or a recall may be forthcoming.

Red dots on the amber line flag 2025, a year when complaints included crash events — these are the highest-severity incidents in the dataset.

Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Ownership Cost Estimate

Based on EPA fuel data, standard depreciation, and US average insurance/maintenance costs

$1,850
Annual Fuel
EPA estimate
$1,800
Annual Insurance
US average
$900
Annual Maintenance
2-yr-old vehicle avg
$0
Annual Depreciation
Current period
Estimated 5-Year Total Cost
Fuel + Insurance + Maintenance + Depreciation
$22,750

Estimates use EPA fuel economy data, AAA 2024 national averages for insurance and maintenance, and a standard depreciation curve. Actual costs vary by location, driving habits, and vehicle condition.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$30,594
~$510/mo over 5 yrs
$1.3/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$9,250
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$4,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$1,500
Depreciation
$8,344

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $30,594 (~$510/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation Ammunition

Use these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down

1 open recall (unverified repair status)−$500
Total recommended deduction−$500

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2024 NISSAN Kicks — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

HIGH
Inspect for abs issue detected — ask for repair records
Loss of brake assist and ABS in emergency — can significantly extend stopping distances
HIGH
Verify recall AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE has been repaired
Recall on record for: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sent
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: VISIBILITY/WIPER
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: VISIBILITY
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Test drive and inspect: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Multiple owner complaints filed for this component — verify it functions correctly during test drive.
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

20%
18-month
36%
2-year
Moderate Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 36%

20% estimated recall probability — some indicators present but not alarming.

  • Accelerating complaint rate — increasing pressure on NHTSA to act

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Auction History

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Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$1,770–$2,250/yr
~$148–$188/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History

Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations

NISSAN has been fined $3M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2014: Failure to file required Early Warning Reports on vehicle defects.

2014$3MFailure to file required Early Warning Reports on vehicle defects

State-Specific Legal Protections

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Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN3N1CP5CV1RL551666
Model Year2024
MakeNISSAN
ModelKicks
TrimSV
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR

Body & Configuration

Body StyleHatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Doors4
Seat Rows5
Drive Type4x2
Fuel TypeGasoline
TransmissionContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

Engine

Displacement (L)1.6

Manufacturer

ManufacturerNISSAN MEXICANA, S.A. DE C.V.
Assembly CityAGUASCALIENTES
Assembly CountryMEXICO

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)3N1
Check Digit (Char 9)1
Model Year Code (Char 10)R
Plant Code (Char 11)L
Sequence (Chars 12–17)551666

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count1
NHTSA Complaint Count30

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

3
1
N
2
1
3
C
4
P
5
5
6
C
7
V
8
1
9
R
10
L
11
5
12
5
13
1
14
6
15
6
16
6
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
3
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
N
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
1
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
CP5CV
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
1
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
R
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
L
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
551666
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
Mexico
From VIN position 1 (3)
Model Year Character
"R" → 2024
Could also be 1994
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 8/1/2026, 2:51:57 PM.