2026 Nissan Kicks
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 | 86 |
| 2019 | 134 |
| 2020 | 97 |
| 2021 | 78 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 37 |
| 2025 | 42 |
| 2026 | 9 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
2 of 9 total reports mention: wheels.
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The issue involves defective malfunction of the dashboard (usb,audio, and sometimes warning lights are hidden then appear) and improperly unbalanced wheels. Which has significantly impacted the safety, reliability, and usability of my vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-29
Also filed under Electrical system
Steering
2 of 9 total reports mention: steering.
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2026 Nissan Kicks, less than 1,500 mi. Computer system several warning lights appeared without notice; caused car to shut off and sputter before starting several times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-09
Also filed under Electrical system and power train
Electrical system
2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.
Visibility
1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.
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I pulled over in a rest area and the windshield was fine, 2 hrs later I started the car and put the windshield defroster on because it started raining and now there's a crack in my wind shield.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-03
Vehicle speed control
1 of 9 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-03-13Latches/locks/linkages26V023000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61.
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2026-05-11Seats26V145000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2026 Kicks and Sentra vehicles. The hook bracket of the front seat frames may be insufficiently welded, which can cause the front seat frames to become loose.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA64.
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2026-07-01Electrical system26V331000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Kicks vehicles. A software error in the combination meter may cause the screen display to go partially or fully blank.
Remedy: Dealers will update the combination meter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA66.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Nissan Kicks — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V023000 · Latches/locks/linkages
- Recall 26V145000 · Seats
- Recall 26V331000 · Electrical system
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2026 Nissan Kicks reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Nissan Kicks?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Kicks have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.