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2025 Nissan

Kicks

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L

Nissan Kicks: best and worst years
2025 Nissan Kicks (photo 1 of 2)
2025 photoKevautoCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
35 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
MPG City
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
MPG Comb
31 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,000EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
CO₂
287 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
172 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
64 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
105 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
2,989 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
4
Owner complaints
31
Reported injuries
1

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • VISIBILITY/WIPER15%
  • STEERING12%
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION10%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10%
  • POWER TRAIN7%
  • STRUCTURE7%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 41 total.

Nissan Kicks: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

12 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 1, 2026FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMNTB26-006A

    FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of NTB26-006.

  • Apr 15, 2026ENGINENTB26-019

    MIL ON WITH DTC P0181 STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states the MIL is ON but the vehicle does not have any drivability concerns or reduced power message in the combination meter, AND DTC P0181 for “Fuel Tank Temperature” is stored in either “Past” or “Current” in the ECM. ACTION Follow the SERVICE PROCEDURE in this bulletin to: 1. Replace the fuel temperature sensor. 2. Erase all the DTCs.

  • Apr 13, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYNTB09-131C

    CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is a

  • Feb 2, 2026FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMNTB26-006

    FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The vehicle has a visible leak with a smoke machine test coming from the fuel filler tube lower seal, AND DTC P0456 is stored as “Active”, “Past”, or “Pending” in the ECM. ACTION 1. Remove the supplied funnel from the rear of the vehicle or trunk. 2. Insert the funnel completely in the fuel filler tube and remove completely five (5) times. 3. Re-check the fuel filler tube lower seal with a smoke machine to d

  • Jan 7, 2026ENGINENTB25-063

    VENT CONTROL VALVE IN ACTIVE TEST INOPERATIVE IN CONSULT 4 SERVICE INFORMATION An issue in CONSULT 4 has been identified in “EVAP system close” in Work support. · After selecting the "EVAP system close" in Work support, the “VENT CONTROL/V” in Active test becomes non-functional temporarily. · When selecting “EVAP system close” operation in Work support, wait 10 minutes before starting “VENT CONTROL/V” Active test or cycle the IGN switch ON/OFF for “VENT CONTROL/V” Active test to be operational.

  • Oct 21, 2025STRUCTURE:BODYNPSB 15-460

    CAMPAIGN BULLETIN Monroney Label NCAP Rating Reference: PD171, PMA54 Date: September 26, 2025 Attention: Dealer Principal, Sales, Service & Parts Managers *****Dealer Announcement***** To ensure continued customer satisfaction and confidence, Nissan is conducting a quality action on certain specific model year 2025 Nissan Frontier and Kicks vehicles identified in Service Comm. This action updates the Monroney labels to reflect certain safety ratings issued by NHTSA. Dealers will replace original

  • May 15, 2025ENGINENTB25-025

    SERVICE INFORMATION FOR DTC B2F70-01 AND/OR B2F70-02 STORED IN THE ECM SERVICE INFORMATION If either DTC B2F70-01 and/or B2F70-02 for “STOP LAMP” is stored in the ECM, check the gap measurement for the lower Brake Pedal Switch with the SERVICE PROCEDURE starting on page 2. If the gap is incorrect, it is recommended to correct the gap measurement, perform Erase All DTCs, and Perform DTC Confirmation Procedure before proceeding with the rest of the ESM diagnostic steps for DTC B2F70-01 and/or B2F7

  • Mar 12, 2025STRUCTURE:BODYNTB25-006B

    LEFT AND/OR RIGHT REAR DOOR REAR SASH COVER IS LOOSE OR MISSING IF YOU CONFIRM Either the left and/or the right Rear Door Rear Sash Cover is loose or missing. HINT: A loose Rear Door Rear Sash Cover can be lifted at the top/forward corner shown in Figure 1 with one (1) finger and only a few pounds of effort. The driver (LH) side is shown in Figure 1. The passenger (RH) side is similar. ACTION Replace the affected Rear Door Rear Sash Cover with part listed in the PARTS INFORMATION. IMPORTANT: The

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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.