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2020 Nissan Kicks Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
21about this part
Share
21%of 98 total for the year
Median mileage
54,000miles
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2020 Nissan Kicks, 21% of the 98 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 54,000 miles.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Entering highway or traffic car hesitates no power . Seems like the engine isnt providing enough gas for take off, this is with the pedal accelerator completely pressed down. This has happened several times. Scary when your entereing traffic. Had back to dealer once and said all was fine. It happens almost every time I drive it but not all the time mainly when you come to an almost stop and try to go. I looked on line for bullitins and came across classification at19-002d reference ntb19-040d.”

NHTSA complaint #11378367, filed 2020-12, 975 miles

“The dealer checked my car and changed some transmission parts but I feel the revs drop when I drive. The dealer cannot find anything. I MUST use the emergency brakes because the car moves in parking even in a flat place. The dealer said it was normal.”

NHTSA complaint #11640836, filed 2025-02

“When driving my car the crash light comes on in traffic and sometimes when braking. Recently it started to flash the hydroplaning symbol and now the check engine is on. I’ve seen other people online having the same issue with their vehicles as well.”

NHTSA complaint #11697266, filed 2025-11

“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

“Transmission failed before the car reaching 15,000 miles. The car dealership replaced the transmission after two week in the shop. They did not provide a loner car so I was without a car for 2 weeks. After the car was worked and the new transmission installed, it was given back to me. Today 12/16 I had to take it back to the dealership because it’s giving a check engine indication. The dealership informed it is a known issue with this cars but I haven’t seen any recalls. Today, my car has no warranty since it expired. This is unacceptable.”

NHTSA complaint #11561839, filed 2023-12

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Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026111%
2025512%
202425%
2023412%
2022417%
20211114%
20202121%
20191914%
201889%

Other parts of the 2020 Nissan Kicks

Forward collision avoidance
35 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsEngine
20 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsOther or unknown
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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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