The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, there was a loud continuous beeping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the instrument panel displayed a blank screen and that the sensors were inoperable. The contact stated that several messages were displayed. The vehicle was taken to a service center, where the failure was confirmed. The contact was informed that the failure was associated with a known recall. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by telephone. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline for additional assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
The worst 2025 Nissan Kicks problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Visibility8
- Electrical7
- Driver assistance6
- Steering5
- Transmission5
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Visibility8
- Electrical7
- Driver assistance6
- Steering5
- Transmission5
- Body4
- Fuel system3
- Wheels3
- Lights2
- Suspension2
- Airbags1
- Engine1
Recalls 4
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- What is wrong
- 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.
- 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 on May 22, 2026.
Recall number 26V331000 · Recall details
Back over prevention: software
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Frontier and Kicks vehicles. The center information display unit may display a blank screen when shifted into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the software on the vehicle’s center information display, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2025. The manufacturer numbers for this recall are PD152 and PMA48.
Recall number 25V324000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Kicks vehicles. The certification label may have been printed with the incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) values, which can result in the vehicle being overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification." Additionally, certain 2025 Nissan Kicks SR trim level vehicles equipped with an optional 19-inch wheel package may have a certification label that states an incorrect wheel size. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Risk
- An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash. Vehicles with incorrect wheel and tire information may lead to tires that are inflated improperly, which can also increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, dealers will mail replacement labels to owners. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800‑647‑7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD136 and PMA47.
Recall number 25V188000 · Recall details
Electrical system: body control module/bcm
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Kicks vehicles. The "Shift-to-Park" warning may not activate as intended when the vehicle is shut off and still in a gear other than "Park." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
- Risk
- When the vehicle is not in "Park" and the ignition is shut off, the vehicle could move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway and crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reconfigure the body control module (BCM) to activate the "Shift-to-Park" warning, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated, May 7, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1‑800‑867‑7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA42.
Recall number 24V969000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2025 Nissan Kicks 16
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Wiring harness repair information
- Fuel filler tube lower seal is leaking and DTC P0456 is stored in the ECM
- MIL on with DTC P0181 stored in the ECM if you confirm
- Certification label and VIN plate replacement service information
- Fuel filler tube lower seal is leaking and DTC P0456 is stored in the ECM if you confirm
- Vent control valve in active test inoperative in consult 4 service information
- Campaign bulletin
- Action
- Service information for DTC B2F70-01 and/or B2F70-02 stored in the ECM service information
- Left and/or right rear door rear sash cover is loose or missing if you confirm
2025 Nissan Kicks fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4‑cyl | FWD | 31 | 36 | 33 |
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | FWD | 28 | 35 | 31 |
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | AWD | 27 | 34 | 30 |
What 2025 Nissan Kicks owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
On the morning of October 19 at approximately 6:16 AM, I was driving the vehicle to my sister's home roughly 15 miles away. About 5 miles into the journey, without any other vehicles around or any external impact, I heard a loud boom. Upon pulling over to inspect the car, I discovered that the rear windshield had spontaneously shattered and exploded, held in place entirely by the window tint. Based on the environmental conditions and vehicle operation at the time, I believe this failure was caused by thermal stress. The outside temperature was 52 degrees, and I had the rear defroster activated; the cold glass combined with the heat from the defroster caused severe thermal shock, leading the glass to stress and shatter. Spontaneous breakage due to thermal stress or manufacturing defects in tempered glass is a known issue and should be covered under the vehicle's warranty. I contacted my dealership to report this dangerous manufacturer defect. I was informed that the manager would be notified and would follow up with me promptly. Unfortunately, that callback never occurred. Because the dealership failed to respond, I had to arrange for the glass replacement independently through my insurance to ensure the vehicle was safe to drive.
The stereo randomly spikes to 100 and says alarm interrupt. It gets VERY loud and is very startling which is scary when driving. It has almost caused a wreck multiple times.
After a refuel, I noticed the gas was being auto stopped before what I know to be full based on length of time pumping and cost. After driving several days the gas meter did not lose notches despite the mileage showing a decrease in available miles. I am concerned I will be driving and run out of gas at a dangerous time due to not being able to read an accurate fuel level. I took the vehicle to Orr Nissan west in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma where they confirmed the discrepancy and they stated this is an issue they have being seeing nationwide.
The center high-mounted brake light flashes/pulses approximately three times before becoming a steady light. this is not a single momentary flicker. The light intentionally flashes/pules approximately three times at the initial application of the brakes and then changes to a steady-burning condition. The vehicle was purchased from a Nissan/Wyler dealership on October 28, 2024. I am concerned that the initial flashing/pulsing operation of the required center high-mounted stop lamp may not comply with the steady-burning requirements applicable to stop lamps under Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.108 My Retail Purchase Agreement contains a separate $794.00 charge identified as "Tephc Detail Wyler Certified Plus." I am currently attempting to determine whether the flashing/pulsing brake-light function is part of the vehicle's original Nissan Equipment or whether an aftermrket device, module, wiring modification, programming change,or other equipment was installed or activated by the dealership. the federal safety agency has previously addressed devices that cause center high-mounted stop lamps to flash. In the federal safety agency interpretation documents concerning flashing stop-lamp devices. I understand that the federal safety agency's prior interpretations do not by themselves establish that my particular vehicle is noncompliant. I am providing this information so that the federal safety agency can make its own determination.
Was driving at low speed after entering a parking lot and the engine quit. When I attempted to restart the starter would not engage. The power widows still functioned. A subsequent check of the battery indicated it is fully charged. Had this occurred at Highway speed it could have been dangerous situation since the power brakes and power steering were not functional.
Trim from passenger rear side flew off while driving today.
Driving on a highway when rear differential and drive shaft broke loose from vehicle while driving at 65 mph. Right rear wheel went over real diff. causing the rear end of vehicle to come off the pavement. Fortunately was able to get car under control before it flipped. There was no warning signs prior. We were violently lurched and still are feeling residual effects from that incident.
On August 5, 2026, an authorized Nissan dealer performed safety recall PMA66 / the federal safety agency 26V‑331 on my 2025 Nissan Kicks SR. The vehicle’s combination meter/instrument cluster had been functioning normally before the recall. During the recall software update, the programming failed and the original combination meter became unrecoverable. After consultation with Nissan Techline, Nissan authorized replacement of the combination meter. The replacement meter was installed and the vehicle was returned on August 11, 2026. Immediately afterward, several new problems were discovered that did not exist before the recall repair: vehicle speed is displayed in km/h instead of MPH even though U.S./miles units are selected; the TPMS/tire-pressure information screen is missing; the lane-assistance/driver-assistance information screen is missing; and Traffic Sign Recognition no longer displays detected speed-limit signs. Additional affected functions may not yet have been identified. These conditions were reported to the dealer and Nissan Consumer Affairs. Nissan Consumer Affairs advised on August 21 that the recall/remedy is under review, that there is currently no approved repair procedure and no estimated timeline, and that it could neither confirm nor deny whether the vehicle is safe to drive. The vehicle is available for inspection. No crash, fire, injury, or death has occurred. I am reporting this because a safety-recall repair failed, the Nissan-authorized replacement introduced new incorrect or missing safety-related display functions, and Nissan currently has no approved procedure to restore the vehicle
I received a recall notice on my 2025 Nissan Kicks. I took my vehicle to the dealer where I purchased it to get the recall repaired on 8/7/2026. The repair was quoted to be completed within 2 hours. After 5 hours the repairs were not completed and my vehicle is inoperable. I was provided a loaner car to use while my vehicle is there. I have kept in contact with the manufacturer (called on 8/14/26) and the dealer over the last two weeks. I have not been provided much information other than my car is inoperable and that there are several other Nissan Kicks that are in the same condition. I was told by the Nissan Company that their engineers will have to come up with a fix and that I need to contact the dealer for further information. I have been over two weeks without my vehicle and still have no answers. My car was working fine when it was taken in for the recall repaired, now my vehicle is at the dealership and not running at all.
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Questions about the 2025 Nissan Kicks
Is the 2025 Nissan Kicks reliable?
Owners have filed 43 complaints about the 2025 Nissan Kicks, fewer than a typical Kicks model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Nissan Kicks?
Windows, wipers and visibility, with 8 complaints. Next is electrical (7).
How many recalls does the 2025 Nissan Kicks have?
4 recalls, covering electrical system, back over prevention and equipment.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Nissan Kicks get?
Official estimates for the 2025 Nissan Kicks range from 30 to 33 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.6L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 31 city and 36 highway.
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