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2021 Nissan Kicks: raw data

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vehicle2021 / nissan / kicks
known issues7 clusters (reviewed 2026-08-21)
complaints76 on file (2021-09-25 → 2026-09-03)
recalls2
investigations0
fars26 occupant deaths, crash years 2010-2024 (legacy-code)
indexedyes
licenseCC BY 4.0 (derived)

Known Issues clusters all years →

Paint chipping and rusting on body panelsSTRUCTURE:BODY22 complaints2022-02-21 → 2026-02-03kicks-2021-paint-chipping-body
  • 11453215 2021Nissan Kicks[XXX]Paint Chipping -Fleet Unit - Paint chipping above upper crease of windshield of vehicle, some rusting present
  • 11715572 Rust is bubbling up from under the paint. I am told this is perforating rust that could easily spread to or originate from the frame of the vehicle. This could cause the entire structure to fail. Despite the 5 year, no mileage limitation warranty for perforating rust, Nissan has…
CVT transmission loss of drive and accelerationPOWER TRAIN10 complaints2022-05-19 → 2026-07-25kicks-2021-cvt-loss-of-power
  • 11752854 The CVT transmission is slipping and losing acceleration while driving, overheating and smelling really bad like burnt rubber, the oil is black and smells burnt, its currently at 52,100 miles and I sent it up to Chuck Colvin Nissan and they did not fix my car, they drove it back…
  • 11698119 The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was a loud boom coming from the engine compartment with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the traffic light turned red, and the contact stopped the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to…
Forward collision avoidance false warnings and unintended brakingFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES15 complaints2021-10-06 → 2026-03-19kicks-2021-fca-false-activation
  • 11513645 Driving approximately 40mph with no one in front, sides, rear and car suddenly braked without warning for no reason. Glad no car behind could have caused accident
  • 11500904 While I’m driving, usually while I’m on the freeway, my 2021 Nissan Kicks will think I’m about to get into a head on collision and try to brake for me. I get warnings that come onto my dash and my emergency brake light will come on. This happens about 2-3 times a week and seems…
Air bag non-deployment in crashesAIR BAGS4 complaints2021-12-02 → 2026-06-13kicks-2021-airbag-non-deployment
  • 11516133 My vehicle was stopped got rear ended going 55mph. My car was totaled. The airbags did not deploy
  • 11748928 I was involved in a pile up on the highway, upon impact, my seatbelt and my daughter’s seat belt popped off. My sons however, remained intact. The air bags did not go off
Infotainment unit failure and audio distortionUNKNOWN OR OTHER3 complaints2025-06-11 → 2026-02-01kicks-2021-infotainment-failure
  • 11703815 TSB NTB22-028 and NTB23‑018, March 2023 clearly a defect pattern in the infotainment system. Audio distorts and navigation screens freezes which could result in an accident. I contacted Nissan consumer affairs case # XXX. It was escalated to an area manager who recommended I…
  • 11666215 I’ve been going in the dealership a lot regarding this car since I’ve purchase the car On 10/09 I was charged 165.00 to get diagnosed test done on car After diagnosed Service informed me to get electrical intake valve and EMC Unit, EMC Bracket and Audio unit replaced from…
Electrical system faults and battery drainELECTRICAL SYSTEM5 complaints2021-12-23 → 2026-02-23kicks-2021-electrical-battery-drain
  • 11719792 I have been having to constantly replace key fobe batteries since I bought it in May of 2025 needing jumps although auto zone said it shows no issues with battery ? Often no key detection I just changed the batteries at dealership but everyday just about I need a jump it’s…
  • 11666215 my radio has not work since 08/2023, due to electrical and wiring issues EMC Unit EMC Bracket , I purchase the car in [XXX], my payoff balance is $22,000 please HELP car battery is draining almost everyday because of these electrical issues every six months Im replacing…
Hood latch release while drivingLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH1 complaints2026-06-02 → 2026-06-02kicks-2021-hood-latch-flyup
  • 11741518 The contact stated while her boyfriend was driving approximately 35 MPH, the hood unexpectedly flew open, hit and cracked the windshield. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road and pushed down the hood. The driver continued driving. The vehicle was taken to an…

NHTSA complaints (summary) all years →

countearliest_datelatest_datecrash_flaggedfire_flaggedtop_components
762021-09-252026-09-0360STRUCTURE:24; UNKNOWN OR OTHER:16; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:15; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:11; POWER TRAIN:9

Recalls all years →

campaign_numberreport_received_datecomponentsummaryconsequenceremedy
22V69300015/09/2022STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEMNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Versa and Kicks vehicles. An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering (EPS) torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.Loss of power steering assist can increase the steering effort required, especially at low speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code, and replace the column, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PMA10 / PMA25.
23V49600018/07/2023STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEMNissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Versa and Kicks vehicles. An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering (EPS) torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.Loss of power steering assist can increase the steering effort required, especially at low speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code and replace the steering column assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA26. This recall involves vehicles that were previously inspected, but did not receive a steering column replacement, under recall number 22V-693. These vehicles will need to be reinspected for this recall.

Investigations all years →

none listed

FARS occupant deaths all years →

crash_yearsoccupant_deathsmatch_typevpic_recovered
2010-202426legacy-code0

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road.

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