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2018 Nissan Kicks

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2018 Nissan Kicks.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2018 Nissan Kicks

Recall·19V654000

Back over prevention: camera

Nissan North America, Inc.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 86 owners reported

Electrical system19
Service brakes11
Engine7
Power train7

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2018 Nissan Kicks at a glance

Trims
SSRSV
Engine
1.6L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2018 Nissan Kicks?

Owners have filed 86 complaints about the 2018 Nissan Kicks with NHTSA, most often about the engine. There is 1 recall campaign covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2018 Nissan Kicks reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 1 open recall campaign on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2018 Nissan Kicks?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2018 Nissan Kicks listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.