Nissan · Kicks · 2020
2020 Nissan Kicks
0
Recalls
87
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2020 Nissan Kicks has no recalls and 87 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: forward collision avoidance (7 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2020 Nissan Kicks page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is forward collision avoidance with 7 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2020 Nissan Kicks currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 87 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are forward collision avoidance (7), power train (6), electrical system (4).
- Vehicle
- 2020 Nissan Kicks
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 87
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
15.5% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Owner Complaints
87 totalPOWER TRAIN
Feb 24, 2026
Vehicle was just purchased from a Nissan Dealership (2020 Kicks) and less than 1,300 miles of driving throwing a code stating there is a problem with CVT transmission. Will not produce enough power when going uphill. RPMs will suddenly not go over 1 when given gas uphill. There w...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 21, 2025
The dash board lights up and the check engine light comes. It’s hard to accelerate or reverse and its idles high. I have replaced coils, spark plugs, censors and it’s costs me thousands of dollars and it’s still not fixed.
SEAT BELTS
Nov 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front driver's side seat belt independently unlatched. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the fail...
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE
Oct 29, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that the ABS, Forward Facing Camera, Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS), Lane Variation, and other safety feature lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the ABS and Forward-Facing ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 27, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failed electronic control module. The contact was informed that the ...
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SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 18, 2025
I was driving and needed to come to a stop because there was a four-way stop sign, and the brakes didn’t work. The pedal went all the way to the floor and even though I pumped the brakes, it wouldn’t stop. This is the second incident where this happens. I checked the brake pads...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Oct 15, 2025
The engine harness and electrical wiring have caused the entire vehicle to lose signal. This issue has cause my.car to stall and not accelerate while driving. Entire lights on dashboard come one and vehicle is unable to accerlerate. Vehicle is currently at the dealer and that is ...
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POWER TRAIN
Oct 15, 2025
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Sep 12, 2025
I purchased the used vehicle in March and I have had an intermittent check engine light (p0101 code), my forward collision warning lights and traction control lights come on and my car brakes like I was in an emergency braking situation. Since the second day of owning the car. ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 12, 2025
P0101 code keep coming back after so many repairs plus all lights are on like lane assist front collision prevention rear collision detection and slippery road it will reset after turning off and on
Showing 10 recent complaints from 87 total
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Kicks have?
The 2020 Nissan Kicks has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2020 Nissan Kicks?
NHTSA has received 87 owner-reported complaints for the 2020 Nissan Kicks.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2020 Nissan Kicks?
The 2020 Nissan Kicks received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Nissan Kicks?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2020 Nissan Kicks are forward collision avoidance (7 reports), power train (6 reports), electrical system (4 reports).
Does the 2020 Nissan Kicks have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2020 Nissan Kicks. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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