2019 Nissan Kicks forward collision avoidance problems
43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the forward collision avoidance on the 2019 Nissan Kicks — 32% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“When driving in rainy, snowy/icy, or wet conditions, water/slush impacts the front sensors/MAF sensor, causing the engine to shudder, stall, and shut off completely while in drive. The ABS, battery, and oil lights instantly flash on the dashboard, and the Automatic Emergency Braking system…”
filed Jul 22, 2026
“My vehicle has experienced transmission-related issues that have affected its safety, reliability, and overall performance. The symptoms include hesitation during acceleration, delayed response when pressing the accelerator, jerking, loss of power, and unpredictable driving behavior. These issues…”
filed Jul 11, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Forward Collision Avoidance problems in other Kicks years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Kicks | 3 | 10% |
| 2023 Kicks | 11 | 37% |
| 2022 Kicks | 5 | 23% |
| 2021 Kicks | 15 | 21% |
| 2020 Kicks | 34 | 37% |
| 2018 Kicks | 19 | 23% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 Nissan Kicks
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.