False automatic braking and the same sensor
The 2019 Kicks has about 230 complaints per 100,000 sold. False collision warnings and automatic braking lead, often with the airflow sensor fault.
Updated November 2026 · based on 134 owner complaints and 1 recalls
230 1.3x the Kicks average
1 free to fix at a dealer
Every Kicks year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Top problems and what they cost
Automatic emergency braking
The car brakes or warns with nothing ahead.
Fix: Software update or sensor check $150 to $400
Forward collision avoidance
Recalls
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2019 Nissan Kicks
- Drive on open roads and watch for false collision warnings.Warning lights should come on briefly at start and then go out. One that stays on means the car has stored a fault, and a parts store can read the code for free.39 of the 134 owner complaints about the 2019 Kicks involve the electrical system (29%).
Questions
Is the 2019 Nissan Kicks reliable?
False automatic braking and the same sensor. The 2019 Kicks has about 230 complaints per 100,000 sold. False collision warnings and automatic braking lead, often with the airflow sensor fault.
How many recalls does the 2019 Nissan Kicks have?
1 recall. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2019 Nissan Kicks problems?
Automatic emergency braking.
Crash rating shown for the 2019 Nissan Kicks SUV FWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.