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2019 Nissan Kicks Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

NHTSA lists 45 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2019 Nissan Kicks, 34% of its 134 total complaints, with 3 crashes and 2 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure is 43,600. A related recall (19V654000) covers back-up camera software.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints
45
34% of 134
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Median mileage
43,600 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

  • Forward collision and traction control warning lights illuminate together, sometimes followed by the vehicle stalling or shutting off while in motion.
  • Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) or Forward Emergency Braking system malfunctions and disables itself, showing messages like "Front Radar Obstruction" or "Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Unavailable."
  • During wet or icy conditions, the slip indicator and AEB lights come on together, the car shudders, steering becomes difficult, and the engine shuts off while driving.
  • Rear camera and collision sensors reportedly contributed to a low-speed incident where the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly while shifting gears and struck a house.
  • Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) suddenly stops working mid-drive while the AEB warning light activates and dashboard alerts appear.
  • Collision and ABS warning lights flicker on and off intermittently without a clear cause, sometimes paired with airbag light issues and sudden acceleration during cruise control use.

When 2019 Nissan Kicks collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 17, 2020, latest Jul 22, 2026.

2019 Nissan Kicks collision avoidance & cameras complaints: complaints filed per month5Dec 2020Jun 2022Apr 2023Dec 2023Feb 2025Aug 2025May 2026
45 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2020 to Jul 2026; peak Apr 2025 (5).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2019 Nissan Kicks

  1. NHTSA 19V654000Sep 12, 2019Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,228,830 vehicles

    Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by Kicks model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201819 (22%)
  2. 201945 (34%)
  3. 202034 (35%)
  4. 202115 (20%)
  5. 20225 (22%)
  6. 20236 (33%)
  7. 20246 (16%)
  8. 20254 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How many collision avoidance and camera complaints does the 2019 Nissan Kicks have?
NHTSA lists 45 complaints in this area for the 2019 Kicks, which is 34% of the 134 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Nissan Kicks collision avoidance system?
Yes. Recall campaign 19V654000, reported September 12, 2019, covers back-up camera software; Nissan dealers update the camera settings free of charge.
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to this issue?
NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries associated with Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints on the 2019 Kicks.
At what mileage do these problems typically appear?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 43,600 miles.
How does the 2019 Kicks compare to other model years for this problem?
The 2019 Kicks has a 34% share of complaints in this area, similar to the 2020 model's 35% share, both higher than the 2021 through 2025 model years.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.