2026 Nissan Kicks recalls

3 safety recalls, 9 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2026202520242023
3Recalls
9Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2026 Nissan Kicks recall list

Electrical System recall

26V-331
May 22, 2026 · Nissan North America, Inc.
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."
Safety 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.
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. 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 recall

26V-145
March 13, 2026 · Nissan North America, Inc.
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."
Safety risk
A loose seat may not restrain the occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
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. 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 recall

26V-023
January 21, 2026 · Nissan North America, Inc.
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."
Safety risk
A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
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. 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.

2026 Nissan Kicks owner complaints

9 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Unknown or Other4
Steering2
Electrical System2
Wheels2
Seats1
Visibility1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Service Brakes1
Engine1

Recent complaints

October 22, 2026Seats

Driver seat frame broke and is unable to be adjusted. Manufacturer has been unable to fix the problem

October 3, 2026Visibility

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.

August 16, 2026Vehicle Speed ControlUnknown or OtherFuel/Propulsion System

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.

August 3, 2026SteeringService BrakesEngine

The contact owns 2026 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The brakes and steering wheel were locked. All the warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, who confirmed there was a total communication failure across the modules. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 2,086.

July 29, 2026Electrical SystemWheelsUnknown or Other

The issue involves defective malfunction of the dashboard (usb,audio, and sometimes warning lights are hidden then appear) and improperly unbalanced wheels. Which has significantly impacted the safety, reliability, and usability of my vehicle.

2026 Nissan Kicks crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2026 NISSAN KICKS SUV N/A AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2026 NISSAN KICKS SUV N/A FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2026 Nissan Kicks: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 17.9%.

2026 Nissan Kicks recall FAQ

Does the 2026 Nissan Kicks have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2026 Nissan Kicks. The most recent, filed May 22, 2026, concerns the electrical system.

What are the most common 2026 Nissan Kicks problems?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is unknown or other (4 reports), followed by steering.

Is the 2026 Nissan Kicks safe?

The 2026 Nissan Kicks earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2026 Nissan Kicks?

Contact any authorized Nissan dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.