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2023 Nissan Kicks Electrical system Problems

Complaints
8about this part
Share
24%of 34 total for the year
Median mileage
64,000miles
Trend
Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.

NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the electrical system of the 2023 Nissan Kicks, 24% of the 34 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 64,000 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 went to have car checked and mechanic said it was a recall and the problem is an unstable electrical connection within the sensor that measures the force the driver applies to the steering wheel during turns and can result in the power steering feature being disabled. I can have inspection done at any time. I drive my family to work and my infant grandson around. I don’t want to have an accident or put my family at risk. …”

NHTSA complaint #11675020, filed 2025-07

“Today date 11.14.2023. Stalled problem on traffic light. It's hapen 2 times. First time 2 weeks ago, do not remember date. Second time its hapen 11.10.2023. On red light my car is stalled. Than I turn my flashers, alredy was green light. People start go around my car. Restart my car and drive my car home. Its not save drive car like this. I by this car 10.24.23. Today back from dealership thay say no problem? And I don't know what to do next?”

NHTSA complaint #11555057, filed 2023-11

“The components that failed in multiple instances include the engine shutting off in traffic at a stop light, the failure to accelerate as if the engine is stuck, and the forward collision warning indicator repeatedly coming on while driving with no one is front of me. An accident almost occurred while sitting at the traffic light when the car shut off and while trying to get on the highway and being unable to pick up speed puts our safety at risk. …”

NHTSA complaint #11508131, filed 2023-02

“My car has repeatedly stalled while in motion. •No warning lights appear on the dashboard before or after stalling. •The most recent incident occurred in front of a moving car, putting you and your family at risk. •Luckily, no one was injured, but this continues to be a serious safety hazard. •This problem has happened before, meaning it is a recurring mechanical defect. I’ve reported this issue to Nissan, but they are refusing to acknowledge it. •You have not received any recall notices despite this being a major safety concern. …”

NHTSA complaint #11649490, filed 2025-03

“I started braking and the red BRAKE started intermittently shining. Later on, the warning, front collision, and traction control lights suddenly turned on. I cannot use cruise control now either. A quick look online shows this to be a widespread issue across many Nissan Kicks, but the dealership is saying that the issue only applies to some models of Kicks, not mine. But my issue is identical to the one people online have said applied to theirs and was covered, so I think it is a more widespread issue than Nissan is letting on/admitting. …”

NHTSA complaint #11682783, filed 2025-08

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Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026222%
2025614%
202438%
2023824%
202228%
20211215%
20202728%
20193929%
20182327%

Other parts of the 2023 Nissan Kicks

Forward collision avoidance
11 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
4 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsLane departure
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2023 Nissan Kicks

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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