2018 Nissan Kicks problems
The Nissan Kicks (Japanese: 日産・キックス, Hepburn: Nissan Kikkusu) is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Nissan since 2016. The crossover was initially introduced as a concept car under the same name and was premiered at the 2014 São Paulo International Motor Show. Nissan claimed the concept is inspired by the streets of Brazil. Currently, the Kicks nameplate is used for two similar-looking vehicles, albeit being built on different platforms with different dimensions.
The V platform-based Kicks debuted in São Paulo, Brazil in mid-2016 with the P15 chassis code. The car was designed collaboratively by Nissan's design headquarters in Atsugi, Japan, Nissan Design America (NDA) in San Diego, California, and Nissan Design America Rio de Janeiro. The Kicks was then gradually rolling out across Latin America, then it entered the United States and Canada in 2018 to replace the Juke as the subcompact crossover offering in both countries.
The B0 platform-based Kicks was introduced in India in January 2019 with the D15 chassis code. The company stated the vehicle is built on the platform to reduce production costs. It is slightly larger than the V platform-based Kicks, and retained the same wheelbase as the first-generation Dacia Duster and the B0 platform-based Renault Captur. The D15 Kicks ceased production in 2023.
The second-generation Kicks was introduced for the North American market in March 2024.
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Common 2018 Nissan Kicks problems
The 2018 Nissan Kicks has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to its electrical system.
Another electrical issue reported by Nissan Kicks owners is the random illumination of multiple warning lights, including the forward collision warning light, often for no apparent reason.
In addition to these electrical problems, some Nissan Kicks owners have reported issues with the rear view camera, including blurry images and the camera not displaying an image at all.
There have also been reports of the vehicle stalling randomly, which has been linked to incorrect Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration and a bad mass air flow sensor or low battery.
While there are not too many mechanical problems reported for the 2018 Nissan Kicks, there are concerns about the longevity of the CVT transmission and the potential expense of replacing it if it fails.
Overall, the 2018 Nissan Kicks has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to its electrical system. These issues can lead to false collision warnings, sudden braking, and problems with the rear view camera. Additionally, there have been reports of the vehicle stalling randomly, which has been linked to incorrect ECM calibration and a bad mass air flow sensor or low battery. While there are not too many mechanical problems reported, there are concerns about the longevity of the CVT transmission and the potential expense of replacing it if it fails.
Does the Nissan Kicks have any problems?
Common Issues with the Nissan Kicks
Clicking sounds from the instrument cluster. Front collision sensor failure. Vehicle shuts off while moving. Lack of car acceleration.
Is there a recall on 2018 Nissan Kicks?
2018 Nissan Kicks Recalls
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles.
What is the weakness of the Nissan Kicks?
The Nissan Kicks platform has been indirectly inspired by Logan's platform of 2006-07. This is a very old platform for a 2019 car. NVH levels and hardening of the clutch are obvious issues here.
What is the transmission problem on the Nissan Kicks?
2021 Nissan Kicks Transmission Problems
One of the most common signs is when your transmission shifts gears but the result of those shifts are delayed. Strange smells are a sign your transmission fluid is burning inside your parts.
2018 Nissan Kicks car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Kicks problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Unknown or other problems
- Electrical system problems
- Forward collision avoidance problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electronic stability control (esc) problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2018 Nissan Kicks vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2018 Nissan Kicks
The NHTSA has received 64 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2018 Nissan Kicks. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2018 Nissan Kicks vehicles.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-19
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU8JL
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: ABS system warning light turns on and off, and ABS fails after 50,000 miles on vehicle. System requires ABS actuator replacement, but replacement isn't reliable. Nissan has been contacted and refused to acknowledge issue or offer assistance with issue. This has been an issue in ALL Nissan Kicks and Leaf models dating back to 2018 and through current models. I believe a recall should be instated for this problem because multiple cars could potentially be driving without their ABS systems active. This could lead to poor ability to stop in inclement weather and could lead to more accidents on highways. The lights randomly turning off could mislead drivers into thinking that nothing is wrong with their vehicles. Upon first inspection at local Nissan dealership they reported no problem but loose battery terminal.
COMMUNICATION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-19
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU0JL
- Components: COMMUNICATION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the crash indicator warning light illuminated causing the vehicle to stall. After several attempts, the vehicle was able to be restarted but was unable to accelerate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-16
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU6JL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: while driving will stall and power off in the middle of traffic, the dealer said this issue was caused by the idle air control valve sensor, but continued to do this even after the sensor was cleaned and replaced, this has been happening over several years. it started when i received the vehicle 18k miles and continued periodically, it is extremely unsafe, now it is unusable, at 88k miles i am replacing the computer. i hope this will finally fix the issue.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-09
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU5JL
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: See attached document for complaint
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-03
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU2JL
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: Driver side coil spring broke near the lower part of the spring, spring was still seated and operating but rubbing on strut. There was no way to tell that the spring was broken other than the fact that I found the broken piece laying on the ground - so we immediately took it to Nissan to be repaired. This is the second coil spring to break - the passenger spring broke at the same location at around 46,000 miles - again no way to tell that the spring was broken other than the fact that I had visually inspected the car and noticed the spring broken. This is the exact same issue we had with our 2012 Nissan Versa - both coil springs within 60,000 miles - however Nissan did issue a recall for those parts.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-17
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU0JL
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: We had just purchased the car days prior. Assuming it was reliable we traveled an hour from home in clear conditions. Forward collision sensor malfunctioned on the way to our destination. After arriving, we left the vehicle unattended for quite sometime, hoping the issue would resolve. After turning off the forward collision sensor once back in the vehicle, it shut off completely as we were merging on to the interstate, again in clear weather conditions. The vehicle would not move, and had shut down completely. After getting the vehicle back on the road, I had my sales team drop it off at Nissan in Russellville, AR. It has since been seen 3 separate times for the same forward collision sensor malfunction. It will not drive, and I feel very unsafe with this vehicle on the road.
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU9JL
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I was driving in traffic in a 30mph zone and my car turned off, and I was unable to push down on the brakes. I had to use my emergency brake a could hardly turn my wheel and stop in the center divider of the road. I turned on my hazards and waited 15 minutes and was able to restart the car a drive home. This was very dangerous and could have caused an accident.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-01
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU4JL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I AM NOT SURE WHAT TO CALL IT., THE CAR WILL TURN COMPLETE OFF WHEN DRIVING AND IT WILL ALSO HAVE THE CRASH LIGHT COME ON ALMOST ALL THE TIME ALONG WITH THE CAR WITH THE WIGGLE LIGHT COME ON. ALSO YOU CAN SMELL GAS WHEN YOU PUT GAS IN THE TANK REAL HEAVY FUME.....I BROUGHT THIS CAR ON OCT 1 2022., I EXPLAIN TO THE DEALER SHIP THE SAME THING THEY STATED THEY COULD NOT DO ANYTHING SINCE I BROUGHT THE CAR FROM THE USED CARD DEPARTMENT.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-21
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU7JL
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Im getting a front collision warning light with nothing in front of w
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-04
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU0JL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Car started/idled rough but stopped after acceleration. Mile into drive, yellow ck engine light flashing. Drove home and took it to auto store for free diagnostic. Misfire cylinder 1. Took to nussan dealer where purchased (certified used) to have them check it out. Light is now off, but code is stored. They moved plugs around and sent ne on my way to see if it happened again. Later that day, same thing only worse abd ck engine solid. Had it towed back. Told it was wiring harness. 6000 repair( nissan covering some). Big expense for a car with only 51,000 miles, and not covered by warrenty.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-26
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU9JL
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The drive side airbag where the seatbelt is connected is coming out.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-06
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU2JL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Constant problems with mass air flow sensor. The traction light turns on and when I’m at a full stop, the car starts shaking and stops accelerating. I fixed this issue, but only for it to come back. Now, I noticed there’s delayed acceleration.
SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-26
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU1JL
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: El Panel de control tiene prendidas las luces de ABS, luz de Warning, luces de Resbalizo, luces de choque entre vehículos (4 luces encendidas). Mi vehículo tiene 19,000.00 y casi no se usa y tiene 4 años de comprado. Por favor, ayúdenme con esta Situacion
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-17
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU9JL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Light in panel appear said warning malfunction automatic emergency breaking light is on all the time and the car go to the dealers they fixed and when used the car this appear again in the panel
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-16
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU6JL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated while trying to place the vehicle into reverse(R) the gear shifter failed to move. The contact turned off the vehicle and on several occasions the contact had to wait for over 20 minutes before the shift lever would move into reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure started as an intermittent failure but was now constant. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed due to a fee being charged. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-09
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU9JL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Malfunction to the automatic emergency brake, yes available for inspection. Have had that sensor replaced twice and on the the last time was never called to see if the part came in so I'm still have the malfunction. The car brakes without warning, may cause an accident while on the interstate. The sensor has been vhanged multiple times. Been inspected by nissan dealers. First appeared October of 2021 and has not stopped since.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-01
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU8JL
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: My headlights, dome lights and tail lights were flickering changed alternator. Kept doing it took it to the dealership in Daphne, Alabama. Had it put on the machine. They told me it was because it was a refurbished alternator. I finally found a new one in Tampa fla. So I ordered it and had it put on. And it is still doing it. The danger of this is that sometimes they will go off. And you can't see anything if it's dark. There was no warning light prior to the problem. The dealership said its because the refurbished alternator was strong enough. That was the findings from them. But like I said even after the new one was put on its still doing it. This has been going on for a couple of months
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-17
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU9JL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Intermittent electrical failure that is related to the sensor systems in the vehicle. While driving the car will display sensory (ie. front collision) and traction control lights on the dash, and then the vehicle will shut off while driving. This has happened over the course of years and happens sporadically. This is very dangerous not only for myself as the driver, but also others on the road. This issue has been reported multiple times with no resolve. After researching, it has been noted that others have experienced failures with the same make and model as well as similar vehicles in Nissan’s fleet.
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-23
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU8JL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Here I am for a 3rd time reporting an issue with this car. After work I went to get in my car. I could not turn it on, I was not able to push the brake and a lot of lights came on. I decided it needed jumped so I got jumped. The next day I remote start the car and see it did not turn on. So I went out to start it and it once again didnt start. I jumped it again. I then decided it needed a new battery as it was the original to the car. I went to batteries plus and the guy was not even sure how I managed to jump it as it was completely drained. He mentioned something about the alternator. The one I just had replaced a year ago for my car stopping on me at speeds of 50+. He recommended me not to drive it and get it towed to a dealership. He tested my alternator and said it is not testing where is should. I had a tow truck driver follow me to South Colorado Springs Nissan. I took it in they said the battery test (brand new battery that was only hours old) and my alternator both failed testing. They then let me car sit over the weekend and of course its acting normal now. Clearly something is triggering the alternator to fail quickly as I had just got this one replaced a year ago. That needs to be looked into more. They didn't find anything and sent me on my way. The photos attached are from the 2 years worth of problems I have had.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-03
- VIN: 3N1CP5CUXJL
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the airbag warning light illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was 64,215.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-05
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU2JL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: This car has been shutting down without warning, everything goes haywire and shuts off. When or if it start back up, the gauges aren't working. Several times I have had to jump start the vehicle. I was almost hit by an 18-wheeler, and I cringe at the fact my Dad or Son could have been driving or I could had my nieces or grandchildren in the car with me. My Dad purchased this car last year and it still doesn't have 45,000 miles on it. I tried to get it into a Nissan Services center, and I have to wait until the end of next week to have it checked out. This vehicle is a death trap.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-27
- VIN: 3n1cp5cu8jl
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: When driving my car the slip indicator will come on. My car will then struggle to stay running and then the malfunction light and car collision lights will also pop on. This happens when I am driving at any speed and if I place in park the car will completely shut down.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-01
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU8JL
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Front obstruction/radar malfunction warning light comes on while driving for no apparent reason.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-02
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU7JL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Back on 2021. My children and I were in a Starbucks Drive through, as we were waiting in line. As the car in front of us stopped, I press on the brake petal to stop and the vehicle began to shake and I noticed the idle meter was moving up and down, then suddenly our car stalled. Everything was lighting up but the engine stop. I put the gear on park then I pressed the Engine On button then the car started. After that everytime I press on the brake it does the same thing. I am afraid to drive the car far away because everytime I stopped on a stop light for certain amount of time, the car seem to show the same symptom, where first it shakes then the idle begins to move up and down again. It places me and my children at a very dangerous risk whenever the car stalls on the left lane of a stop light or any other stop signs. And it is scary if other driver doesn’t see our vehicle at night. The other problem with the car is whenever I shift the gear to either Park, Drive or Reverse. I have to firmly press on the brake for the gear to change or move also whenever the gear change we hear a loud noise underneath the vehicle.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-26
- VIN: 3N1CP5CU3JL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: HVAC unit doesn’t function properly which causes a lot of distractions while driving. When set at 60 or 61 degrees with AC off car air is cool. When set at 62 or higher it blows very hot where it becomes uncomfortable. It leads to always having to play with buttons and knobs. Nissan says it’s functioning properly even though there is a forum of people with same issue.
2018 Nissan Kicks recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2018 Nissan Kicks.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Negative 2018 Nissan Kicks car reviews
Positive 2018 Nissan Kicks car reviews
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I love the two-tone color of my Nissan Kicks! The gun metal gray with the monarch orange top and mirrors really make it stand out. It came with 18-inch rims and dark tint all around, which adds to its sleek look. When I was considering buying a new car, I was worried about the power issues I read about with some models. However, after test driving the Jeep Renegade and being disappointed with the lack of acceleration and power, I tried out the 2018 Kicks and was pleasantly surprised with how it just took off! It has great gas mileage and much more room than the Renegade. I have the S (base model) and I absolutely love it. I've had my Kicks for over a year now and I still love it. I haven't had any problems except for alignment, which the dealer took care of (it happened within 10,000 miles). The acceleration is still good, fuel economy is good, and it looks and runs great. I have almost 20,000 miles on it now!
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These rides are so comfortable and have everything you need for short or long drives!
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I have identified a problem with the front sensor over a month ago, and I am confident that I can find a solution to this issue. Despite previous attempts by the dealer, the problem still persists. I am confident that I can work with the dealer to find a solution that will resolve the issue once and for all.
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I really like my Kicks! I bought it brand new with only 50 miles and I find it to be a steal at the price. It handles well and, although the CVT is an adjustment, I really enjoy how it drives. As others have mentioned, the climate control can be a bit picky, but it's nothing too major. The collision detection tends to get 'blocked' by the rain, even in a light drizzle, and throws a warning light and notification, which can be a bit frustrating. Additionally, the entertainment touchscreen occasionally blacks out and becomes unusable until you restart the car, but it's only a minor annoyance. My biggest concern so far has been that it once stalled the engine at a stoplight. We stopped, the Kicks shuddered and then stalled completely. We had to restart it in the middle of the road. I hope Nissan addresses these problems soon. It would make me much happier if they did. So far, there have been no recalls on a vehicle with clearly multiple issues.
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I bought my son a Nissan Kicks for his 17th birthday and he really loves it! The only thing is that it doesn't have a lot of power, which is a bit of a bummer for my son and me. But overall, we still love it!
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Are you having problems with your 2018 Nissan Kicks?
Major Swift 2025-02-07
I was thrilled when I purchased my 2018 Nissan Kicks at the beginning of 2021. It's a compact SUV that meets my needs while still being fuel-efficient and spacious. Although I didn't notice the major defects right away, I became aware of them after having to return the car for service three times. The transmission had completely failed, and it took 45 days to get it back because the transmission was on back order from China or Japan. After getting it back, I noticed some minor issues that became more apparent over time. For instance, the Nissan Connect display is angled towards the windshield, causing a glare that makes the reverse camera unsafe and virtually useless. Additionally, only the driver's seat has an armrest, which is inconvenient for passengers. They usually rest their arms in the door to their right, which is where the window button is located. As a result, they accidentally roll down the window. The cup holders are also set too far back, making them difficult to reach when the driver's armrest is up. Furthermore, there is no center console, and the glovebox is too small to store anything other than documents and the manual. Lastly, the dashboard has a bumpy texture that is not comfortable, and the middle vents are angled backwards at the bottom, making them ineffective. Overall, the car has some design flaws that could be improved, but I still enjoy driving it.The driver and passenger vents spin unnecessarily, and due to the angles, bumpy texture, and weird vent shapes, there are literally zero locations to put any sort of cell phone mount. Unfortunately, setting your phone with GPS on down by the gearshift is not an option either, as it's angled all weird too, and there's no flat space to place it that's easy to see while driving. I have yet to find any helpful features in this car. It has slow pickup, is underpowered for its size, and has a poorly designed interior. Overall, I would not buy this car again.
Zachary Schowalter 2025-01-20
I have owned my 2018 Kicks for three months and have already put 7,000 miles on it. Despite my previous ownership of a 2013 Altima SL, which I loved, I must say that the Kicks has exceeded my expectations. The car has proven to be very fuel-efficient, with an average of 32.5 mpg, even with my daily commute of 70 miles on low traffic highways. The parking assist cameras and blind spot sensors have been a game-changer for me, making parking and driving in east Texas much easier and safer. The two USB ports in the back are a great feature for my teenagers, and the backseat and cargo area are surprisingly spacious for a compact car. The removable hard shell privacy cover for the cargo area is also a nice touch. Lastly, the Kicks' exterior design is eye-catching and has received many compliments. The only downside I have experienced is the small gas tank, which requires frequent refueling. Overall, I am confident in recommending the 2018 Kicks to anyone in the market for a reliable and stylish compact car.The car's gas mileage is great, but the gas tank is too small for consumers with long commutes. The seats are uncomfortable and not well-padded, causing discomfort even on short drives. The armrest is scratchy and not padded well, and there is only one for the driver. The silver-coated pieces in the high traffic area of the armrest/handle on the inside of the doors look scratched up and old within a week. The cameras are helpful, but require daily cleaning and the rear one still looks blurry. The technology has bugs, causing the display screen to freeze or blank out an average of three times a week. The A/C-heater also has issues. These are all areas that can be improved upon and I hope to have them fixed when I take the car back to Nissan for work.The temperature control system does not adjust according to the readout, resulting in extreme hot or cold air blowing out. The lack of in-between temperatures makes it difficult to feel comfortable. However, I will update the last few paragraphs after my visit to the Nissan service shop.
Keagan Carter 2024-09-10
I took my vehicle in to have the window and door seals checked due to air leaks. The dealership informed me that this is a common issue with this vehicle and unfortunately, there was nothing they could do about it. They mentioned that they are making cuts where they can. I previously owned a Kia Rio and never had any issues with it, but unfortunately, it had too many miles for long trips. In hindsight, I should have stuck with getting a new Kia. I have learned my lesson and there will be no future Nissans for this household!
Kennedy Larson 2024-07-04
We are the Nissan family and I have owned Nissans since the zx 240. We strongly considered the Kicks based on its price/functionality proportion, but after trying it, we ultimately went with the Sentra. The transmission was a major concern for me, as it was made in China and that was a deal breaker. I have had negative experiences in the past with GM vehicles that had Chinese engines and other components, and I would not even wish it on my enemies. While I might consider a mirror made in China or a part of upholstery to be okay, I would never knowingly put a part made in China into my engine, transmission, steering, or suspension.
Randal Stark 2024-07-01
I purchased my 2018 Nissan Kicks SR with only 3 miles on it. Unfortunately, I have experienced a few issues with the car. The air conditioner was blowing hot air, but after taking it in for service, they discovered a major defect and replaced it. The brakes started squeaking within 4 months, and it turned out they were defective, resulting in a month-long wait for parts and replacement of all the brakes. The radio went completely black, but it was a recall issue that was fixed. However, it turned out that the radio was also defective, so it was replaced. Currently, there is another strange squeaking sound, but the dealership was unable to replicate it. Despite these issues, I am hopeful that the dealership will continue to work with me to resolve any problems. Thank you for your attention to this matter.