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2024 Nissan Kicks: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 37 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is visibility (21% of complaints).

Data updated weekly · 7 new complaints in the last 90 days · latest recall Feb 2024

1
recalls
37
owner complaints
0
fire reports
21,421
typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

NHTSA crash testOverall ★★★★★Front ★★★★★Side ★★★★★Rollover ★★★★★
4-star NHTSA overall safety ratingNo fire reportsWeak spot: visibility (21%)Problems reported early (median 21,421 mi)

Common problems

Computed from 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)21% · 9 complaints
Visibility/Wiper (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)19% · 8 complaints
Forward Collision Avoidance (automatic emergency braking, sensors)9% · 4 complaints
Unknown Or Other7% · 3 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)7% · 3 complaints
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)5% · 2 complaints
“Rear windshield spontaneously and completely shattered, approximately five minutes after turning the vehicle off, with the rear defroster on”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Sep 2026
“The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while approaching the vehicle, the contact became aware that the rear glass had shattered without impact. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that there were no recalls associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by the dealer. The vehicle was taken to a glass center, where the rear glass was replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 8,000. The VIN was not available.”Owner report · Visibility · Aug 2026
“The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered, jerked, and felt as though it was about to stall before resuming normal operation. The failure occurred more frequently while making left or right turns. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,100.”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2026
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“FOX / Europcar Rental. In rain at night extreme poor frontal visibility. Complained multiple times to the rental company Severe safety risk driving in night and with rain”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Aug 2026
“The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the defogger was activated, and the rear glass fractured. The contact stated that the sound was like a loud gunshot. The sound almost caused the contact to drive off the roadway. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, the wiring at the bottom of the glass was loose. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was scheduled for diagnostic testing within days. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 2,100.”Owner report · Visibility · Aug 2026
“The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle veered to the left or right. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who performed a tire alignment; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was returned to the independent mechanic, who could not determine the cause of the failure and referred the contact to a dealer. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnosis or repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 21,421.”Owner report · Steering · Jul 2026
“Rear windshield suddenly shattered whilst driving without being struck or hit by anything. Just spontaneous shattering of the glass.”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Jun 2026
“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.”Owner report · Visibility · Jun 2026
“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.”Owner report · Visibility · Jun 2026
“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.”Owner report · Visibility,Back Over Prevention · Jan 2026

When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 1 campaign

Inflator module (air bags)24V154000 · Feb 2024

Nissan 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.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.

How other years compare

Counts are not adjusted for time on the road here - see all Kicks years ranked fairly for the age-adjusted comparison.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Nissan Kicks reliable?

NHTSA has 37 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2024 Nissan Kicks. The most complained-about area is visibility (21% of complaints).

At what mileage do 2024 Nissan Kicks problems usually appear?

Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 21,421 miles or less.

Does the 2024 Nissan Kicks have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning air bags. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.