Most common 2026 Nissan Kicks problems
Share of the 8 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Nissan Kicks complaints by model year
Best Kicks years: 2023, 2022. Years to avoid: 2025. Compare all years →
2026 Nissan Kicks recalls (3)
Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Remedy: Dealers will resume the software reprogramming of 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.
Seats
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.
Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
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.
2026 Nissan Kicks engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 28 / 35 / 31 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 27 / 34 / 30 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Nissan Kicks a good car?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2026 Kicks rates few complaints: 1.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the Kicks at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Nissan Kicks?
The steering — 2 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (2) and wheels & tires (2).
How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Kicks have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2026 Nissan Kicks, the most recent from May 21, 2026 (instrument cluster/panel). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Nissan Kicks?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2023 and 2022. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2025. See the full Nissan Kicks years comparison.
At what mileage do 2026 Nissan Kicks problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 2,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.