2020 Nissan Kicks Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 13%of 98 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 7,850miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2020 Nissan Kicks, 13% of the 98 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,850 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased a 2020 Nissan kick in october 2020. On march 5, 2021, I was in the highway driving when my vehicle suddenly slowed down and would not let me accelerate. My entire transmission blew out and I need a replacement transmission. My vehicle only has 14,000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #11400258, filed 2021-03, 14,000 miles“Bought 2020 Kicks. It has an serious issue regulating temperature. It seems this car has a blend door issue that does not allow the car to have the temp set at an acceptable level for comfort. Its either too cold or too hot. 60-62 degrees its cold, move to 63 and up and its hot?? In any of y other cars anything at 68 and below is cool to cold. This is bordering on having drivers being constantly distracted by having to manually adjust the temp repeatedly to maintain comfortable levels. This car is marketed for young adults as an economical/safe approach to a new vehicle . …”
NHTSA complaint #11383932, filed 2020-12, 1,700 miles“Check engine light appears on and throws code p0101, mass air flow sensor. Have changed mass air flow sensor twice, had code cleared at mechanic. Drive 5 miles and BAM check engine light appears. As soon as my car hits 2000 RPM, the front and rear collision lights and traction light come on… my car almost doesn’t move when I press the gas to go after this happens and the rpm’s are up to 3000-4000 just going 30 mph”
NHTSA complaint #11750491, filed 2026-07“1. MAF Sensor replaced 3 times within a few months of replacing each time. (took it to the Nissan Dealership multiple times and all they do is replace it without further diagnosing as to why) 2. Replaced the Transmission in March 2025 (Nissan wanted to charge me ($8300.00). I took it to Glen Burnie Transmission ($5708.00) 3. Replaced the Alternator on 7 June 2025. 4. Vehicle has been hesitating and stalling while driving. 5. Vehicle doesn't want to start when I push the button and put my foot on the brake pedal. 6. …”
NHTSA complaint #11669149, filed 2025-06“I purchased a Nissan Kicks 2020 7 weeks ago. Yesterday while at a stop light, the engine shut off and then the battery and oil light popped on. This was extremely dangerous as I was on a busy highway and had to panic on what to do. I ended up having to put it in park and cut it back on. After researching this online, I have found other people are having the exact same issue. I checked for a recall and see NONE! How has there not been a recall? I had my three children in the car with me (one being a newborn) and was scared to death!”
NHTSA complaint #11528814, filed 2023-06Related service bulletins
- 10212009Mar 14, 2022MANUAL FRONT SEAT DOES NOT MOVE FORWARD/REARWARD IF YOU CONFIRM A manual front seat (driver or passenger side) will not move forward/rearward with the Seat Adjustment Bar at the…
- 10208953Feb 7, 2022DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this…
- 10208948Feb 7, 2022EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 44% |
| 2025 | 9 | 21% |
| 2024 | 10 | 25% |
| 2023 | 6 | 18% |
| 2022 | 3 | 13% |
| 2021 | 16 | 21% |
| 2020 | 13 | 13% |
| 2019 | 32 | 24% |
| 2018 | 27 | 31% |
Other parts of the 2020 Nissan Kicks
35 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsEngine
20 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsLane departure
10 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
5 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 Nissan Kicks
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology