How common are transmission problems on the 2019 Nissan Kicks?

NHTSA lists 19 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Kicks, which is 14% of all 134 complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do 2019 Kicks transmission problems usually occur?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 77,500 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2019 Nissan Kicks transmission?

No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for the Transmission & Powertrain area of the 2019 Kicks.

Did any 2019 Kicks transmission complaints involve crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires among the 19 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for this year.

Which model years of the Kicks have more transmission complaints than 2019?

The 2020 Kicks has more, with 20 complaints making up 21% of its total complaints, compared to 19 complaints and 14% for 2019.

2019 Nissan Kicks Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 19 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Nissan Kicks, 14% of its 134 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 77,500 miles. No related recalls are on file for this area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 19; 14% of 134
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 77,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power or stalling while driving or accelerating from a stop, sometimes requiring a tow.
Several describe a loud bang or knocking sensation from the drivetrain followed by the transmission failing to move the car in any direction.
Some report the CVT shudders, jerks, or hesitates before accelerating, with rumbling felt on turns or when starting from a stop.
Multiple owners say the shifter is difficult to move out of Park on an incline, accompanied by a loud clanging noise.
A few link transmission symptoms to mass airflow sensor codes, with the car losing power and needing to be turned off and restarted to drive again.

When 2019 Nissan Kicks transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 12, 2021, latest Jul 11, 2026.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2021 to Jul 2026; peak Feb 2023 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2019 Nissan Kicks

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Kicks model year

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

20188 (9%)
201919 (14%)
202020 (21%)
20219 (12%)
20223 (13%)
20234 (22%)
20242 (5%)
20254 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems on the 2019 Nissan Kicks?: NHTSA lists 19 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Kicks, which is 14% of all 134 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do 2019 Kicks transmission problems usually occur?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 77,500 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Nissan Kicks transmission?: No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for the Transmission & Powertrain area of the 2019 Kicks.
Did any 2019 Kicks transmission complaints involve crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires among the 19 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for this year.
Which model years of the Kicks have more transmission complaints than 2019?: The 2020 Kicks has more, with 20 complaints making up 21% of its total complaints, compared to 19 complaints and 14% for 2019.