2026 Nissan Kicks recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2026 Nissan Kicks and 9 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are unknown or other (4), steering (2), electrical system (2). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 30–31 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Kicks model year from 2018 to 2026. It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 1.4 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Nissan Kicks. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Problem: 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."
Risk: A partial or blank screen display will not show critical safety information such as vehicle speed and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA66. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 22, 2026.
Seats
Problem: 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: A loose seat may not restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: 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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 13, 2026.
Latches/locks/linkages · doors · latch
Problem: 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Risk: A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: 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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Driver seat frame broke and is unable to be adjusted. Manufacturer has been unable to fix the problem
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. I do not see and rock marks or dings anywhere in the windshield. I am taking the car to Nissan on Monday to have them inspect the windshield.
2026 Nissan Kicks SV intermittently fails to accelerate despite accelerator pedal application. Vehicle may remain at approximately 20 mph. Dealer has been unable to duplicate the failure despite extended testing. Owner considers the vehicle unsafe because sudden loss of acceleration could result in collision.
Safety ratings
2026 NISSAN KICKS SUV N/A AWD
2026 NISSAN KICKS SUV N/A FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2026 Nissan Kicks.
Kicks
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Kicks AWD
Auto (variable gear ratios) · 4 cyl · 2.0 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Kicks have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2026 Nissan Kicks, most recently for electrical system · instrument cluster/panel (05/22/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Nissan Kicks?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are unknown or other (4), steering (2), electrical system (2).
Is the 2026 Nissan Kicks safe?
The 2026 Nissan Kicks earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2026 a good year for the Nissan Kicks?
The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Kicks model year from 2018 to 2026. It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 1.4 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Nissan Kicks get?
EPA ratings for the 2026 Nissan Kicks range from 30 to 31 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: KICKS, Kicks.