2019 Nissan Kicks recalls and problems

The 2019 Nissan Kicks has 1 safety recall and 135 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
135
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2019 Nissan Kicks vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2019 Nissan Kicks recalls

Recall 19V-654: Back Over Prevention

Reported Sep 12, 2019 · 1,228,830 vehicles affected · Nissan North America, Inc.

Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

2019 Nissan Kicks problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance58
Electrical System39
Engine35
Unknown or Other31
Power Train19
Service Brakes17
Vehicle Speed Control15
Fuel/Propulsion System11
Air Bags5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Steering4
Back Over Prevention4

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 31
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 26
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Mass Air Flow (Maf) Sensor — 3
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 2
  • Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Control Module — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Abs Warning Light — 1
  • Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2019 Nissan Kicks complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Nov 10, 2026
When driving on a blacktop road on a curve, the airbags suddenly deployed on their own. Both side curtain airbags as well as the pretensioner fired. There was no impact, damage or anything that would explain the unexpected deployment.
Engine · reported Jul 22, 2026
When driving in rainy, snowy/icy, or wet conditions, water/slush impacts the front sensors/MAF sensor, causing the engine to shudder, stall, and shut off completely while in drive. The ABS, battery, and oil lights instantly flash on the dashboard, and the Automatic Emergency Braking system triggers/faults, creating a severe stall and safety hazard on active roads.
Power Train · reported Jul 11, 2026
My vehicle has experienced transmission-related issues that have affected its safety, reliability, and overall performance. The symptoms include hesitation during acceleration, delayed response when pressing the accelerator, jerking, loss of power, and unpredictable driving behavior. These issues have made it difficult to safely merge into traffic, cross intersections, and maintain normal driving speeds. The transmission problems occurred despite routine maintenance and normal vehicle operation. These symptoms raise serious concerns about the safety and durability of the CVT transmission…
Suspension · reported Jun 27, 2026
The front driver’s side coil spring broke. The front passenger side was showing signs of premature wear. Nissan does not just sell the coil spring, so a strut assembly had to be purchased for both sides. This was a very expensive repair.
Electrical System · reported Jun 22, 2026
Frequently and randomly I get errors on my dash for the front collision sensor and slippery roads warning. This seems to occur for no reason as all while I am driving. When this happens my RPM's drop and my car will stall at red lights or stop signs. In a few instances, my car has refused to accelerate because it believes the car is obstructed. This has put me at risk of getting rear ended on numerous occasions. I need to turn my car off and on multiple times in order to get to my destination. Once the car is left alone for awhile, the issues completely goes away and the car drives like normal…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Nissan Kicks have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Nissan Kicks: 19V-654 (back over prevention). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Nissan Kicks?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (58 reports), followed by electrical system (39). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,000 miles.

Are Nissan recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.