2018 Nissan Kicks
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 83 |
| 2019 | 132 |
| 2020 | 89 |
| 2021 | 72 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 30 |
| 2025 | 31 |
| 2026 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file.
24% of complaints: engine — 20 distinct reports on file.
18% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 15 distinct reports on file.
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Im getting a front collision warning light with nothing in front of w
NHTSA ODI report, 20230921
17% of complaints: service brakes — 14 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WITHIN THE FIRST 300 MILES THE SENSORS STARTED TO MALFUNCTION. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SIDE SENSORS. THE THE FRONT SENSOR RELATING TO THE AEB STARTED TO MALFUNCTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181204
14% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WITHIN THE FIRST 300 MILES THE SENSORS STARTED TO MALFUNCTION. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SIDE SENSORS. THE THE FRONT SENSOR RELATING TO THE AEB STARTED TO MALFUNCTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181204
SAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated.
Campaign 19V654000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 Nissan Kicks — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (22 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Nissan Kicks reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Nissan Kicks is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Nissan Kicks?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Nissan Kicks have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.