2021 Hyundai Elantra vs 2021 Nissan Kicks
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Hyundai Elantra | 2021 Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 76 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 79 | 102 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–50 | 33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra | Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 32 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 11 |
| Seat Belts | 27 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 24 |
| Engine | 13 | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 23 |
2021 Hyundai Elantra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.