Does the 2024 Nissan Kicks have a rear windshield recall?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this issue as of the data update, even though 16 complaints describe the rear glass shattering.

How common are rear window problems on the 2024 Nissan Kicks?

NHTSA shows 16 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2024 model year, 43% of all 37 complaints filed for that year, far higher than any other Kicks model year.

At what mileage does the rear glass usually shatter on the 2024 Kicks?

The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 25,000 miles, though some owners reported it happening as early as 1,000 miles.

Have there been any crashes or injuries linked to this issue?

NHTSA records zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries tied to the 16 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2024 Kicks.

2024 Nissan Kicks Visibility & Wipers Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2024 Nissan Kicks, 43% of its 37 total complaints, the highest share of any model year. Most describe the rear windshield shattering with no impact, at a median 25,000 miles. No related recalls exist yet.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 16; 43% of 37
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 25,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Owners report the rear hatchback glass shattering spontaneously while the vehicle is parked, with no impact, temperature extreme, or defroster use noted.
Several complaints describe the rear windshield exploding while driving at low speeds, such as 7 MPH or 20 MPH, scattering glass inside and outside the cabin.
One owner reported the rear windshield shattering about five minutes after shutting off the vehicle with the rear defroster running.
Dealers reportedly found no recall tied to the VIN when contacted about the shattered rear glass, and in some cases the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.
One driver reported severely reduced frontal visibility at night in rain, calling it a safety risk.
A separate complaint mentioned the crash indicator warning light and Lane Departure lines illuminating falsely while driving around 65 MPH.

When 2024 Nissan Kicks visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 26, 2025, latest Sep 3, 2026.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2025 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2026 (4).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2024 Nissan Kicks

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by Kicks model year

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

20182 (2%)
20191 (1%)
20202 (2%)
20211 (1%)
20220 (0%)
20231 (6%)
202416 (43%)
20257 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Nissan Kicks have a rear windshield recall?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this issue as of the data update, even though 16 complaints describe the rear glass shattering.
How common are rear window problems on the 2024 Nissan Kicks?: NHTSA shows 16 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2024 model year, 43% of all 37 complaints filed for that year, far higher than any other Kicks model year.
At what mileage does the rear glass usually shatter on the 2024 Kicks?: The median mileage at failure across these complaints is 25,000 miles, though some owners reported it happening as early as 1,000 miles.
Have there been any crashes or injuries linked to this issue?: NHTSA records zero crashes, zero fires, and zero injuries tied to the 16 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2024 Kicks.