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2024 Nissan Kicks: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 31 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is visibility (22% of complaints); the 2023 model year looks more trouble-free.

Data updated weekly · 4 new complaints in the last 90 days · latest recall Feb 2024

1
recalls
31
owner complaints
0
fire reports
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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 (22%)

Common problems

Computed from 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Visibility (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)22% · 8 complaints
Visibility/Wiper (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)16% · 6 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)8% · 3 complaints
Unknown Or Other8% · 3 complaints
Forward Collision Avoidance (automatic emergency braking, sensors)8% · 3 complaints
Lane Departure (lane keeping assist)5% · 2 complaints
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
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
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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
Back glass shattered while sitting under the carport. It was around 30 degrees outside when it happened. No rock or bullet hole.Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Dec 2025
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.Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Oct 2025
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.Owner report · Air Bags · May 2025
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.Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Aug 2024
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.Owner report · Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System · Jun 2024

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

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE24V154000 · 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Nissan Kicks reliable?

NHTSA has 31 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2024 Nissan Kicks. The most complained-about area is visibility (22% of complaints).

Does the 2024 Nissan Kicks have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module. 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.