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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2019 Nissan Kicks brakes problems
severe Owners of the 2019 Nissan Kicks have filed 12 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Kicks | 11 |
| 2019 Kicks (this page) | 12 |
| 2020 Kicks | 7 |
| 2021 Kicks | 3 |
| 2023 Kicks | 4 |
2crashes
2injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 12 brakes complaints filed for the 2019 Nissan Kicks, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
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Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 5 model years of Nissan Kicks we track for brakes problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 12.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2019 Kicks shows a pattern of brake system failures and safety feature malfunctions. The most common complaint is ABS module failure, with warning lights appearing at mileages as low as 12,565 miles; dealers identified faulty ABS modules and actuators requiring replacement, with parts on national backorder and costs between $1,500 and $2,000. Manufacturer has acknowledged the problem's prevalence.
More serious are reports of Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) activating without any vehicle or object ahead—twice with dangerous consequences, including one rear-end collision at a traffic light. Owners also report brake pedal unresponsiveness, requiring excessive pressure and repeated pumping to slow the vehicle. Forward radar sensor warnings falsely disable Intelligent Cruise Control and emergency braking features, creating confusion and reducing trust in safety systems. One owner reported inadvertent acceleration at 1,000 miles resulting in a crash into a house. A second accelerator failure occurred at 105,800 miles with warning lights illuminating but no dealer diagnosis achieved. Nissan dealers have generally been unable to replicate or permanently fix these issues; one attempted solution (laser calibration for emergency braking) recurred within days.
Same Nissan Kicks brakes reports on nearby years: 2018
Failure modes owners describe
ABS Module Failure
ABS warning light illuminates during normal driving; dealers diagnosed faulty ABS module and ABS actuator requiring replacement. One owner reported the part was on national backorder and manufacturer acknowledged the problem.
When: 12,565–105,800 miles; one incident at 34,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: ABS warning light illuminated; Message 'See Owner's Manual' displayed; Vehicle losing traction and stability response
Codes mentioned: ABS system fault (specific codes not stated by owners)
Repairs/costs cited: ABS module or ABS actuator replacement needed; parts on national backorder; replacement cost reported as $1,500–$2,000
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer referred owners to dealer; one owner believed VIN was included in undisclosed ABS recall
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) System False Activation
AEB/Forward Emergency Braking system activates without any vehicle or object in front of the vehicle, causing unexpected full braking. Multiple owners reported this during normal driving and at traffic lights, resulting in one rear-end collision.
When: At approximately 5 years old (incidents reported in 2021–2022); one incident at 1,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden braking with no vehicle or obstacle ahead; AEB/FEB warning light illuminated; Vehicle abruptly came to a halt feeling abnormal and uncontrollable; Vehicle lost stability and slid sideways after sudden braking
Codes mentioned: Laser misalignment code (reported by one owner for emergency braking system)
Repairs/costs cited: One owner reported dealership calibrated laser; no permanent fix confirmed
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recall issued per owners; Nissan and NHTSA reportedly aware of the issue
Forward Radar System Obstruction Warnings / Sensor Malfunction
Front radar sensor displays obstruction warnings and disables forward safety features (ICC, AEB/FEB) even when no visible obstruction is present. Warnings indicate 'Front Radar Obstruction' or 'Front Sensor Blocked,' leaving owners unable to rely on these safety systems.
When: During normal driving conditions; no specific mileage reported
Symptoms owners cite: Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) suddenly stopped working; AEB/FEB warning light illuminated; Dashboard messages: 'Unavailable: Front Radar Obstruction' and 'Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled – Front Sensor Blocked'; No visible obstruction to the sensor
Codes mentioned: Front radar sensor malfunction (no specific OBD codes stated)
Repairs/costs cited: No repair confirmed; owner took vehicle in for inspection to determine malfunction
Brake Pedal Unresponsiveness and Mitigation Braking System Failure
Brake pedal fails to respond normally; driver must apply excessive pressure and pump the pedal multiple times to achieve braking. ABS and Forward Collision Avoidance warning lights illuminate intermittently. Related to mass air flow sensor failure (P101 code).
When: 88,873 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal failed to respond as needed; Required excessive pressure and multiple pump strokes to coast to stop; Mitigation braking system failure reported; ABS warning light intermittently illuminated; Forward Collision Avoidance warning light intermittently illuminated
Codes mentioned: P101 (Mass Air Flow Sensor malfunction, diagnostic-scanner-derived)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer diagnosed and replaced air flow sensor; failure recurred
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; owner instructed to return to dealer; failure could not be duplicated at dealership
Inadvertent Acceleration
Vehicle suddenly accelerated while driver shifted from reverse to drive at low speed on incline. Brake pedal depression did not arrest motion. Vehicle crashed into house. Rear camera also inoperable at time of incident.
When: 1,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle inadvertently accelerated while shifting into drive; Brake pedal depression did not stop vehicle; Vehicle crashed into concrete house beam; Rear camera not operable
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle repaired at local body shop after crash
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; recall for backup camera mentioned as prior issue
Accelerator Pedal Unresponsiveness
Accelerator pedal fails to respond when depressed at highway speed, vehicle loses motive power. ABS, traction control, and Forward Collision Avoidance warning lights illuminate. Independent mechanic and dealer unable to diagnose root cause.
When: 105,800 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Accelerator pedal failed to respond when depressed; Vehicle losing motive power; ABS warning light illuminated; Traction control warning light illuminated; Forward Collision Avoidance warning light illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: Independent mechanic unable to determine cause; dealer made aware but did not diagnose or repair
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer not made aware of failure
Synthesized from 12 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
The ABS control Module is working intermittently. Nissan states that they have a problem with this so much that there is a backorder on the item. The replacement cost from the manufacturer is between $1500 and $2000.
While I was driving, my vehicle’s Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) suddenly stopped working. At the same time, the Automatic Emergency Braking / Forward Emergency Braking (AEB/FEB) warning light turned on. While the vehicle was in motion, warning messages appeared on the dashboard, including: “Unavailable: Front Radar Obstruction,” and/or “Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled – Front…
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the dealer determined that the ABS module needed to be replaced; however, the part was on a national backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure…
While I was driving, I pressed the brake pedal. As soon as I applied the brakes, the vehicle abruptly screeched to a halt in a manner that felt abnormal and uncontrollable. Immediately after this sudden stop, the vehicle lost stability. It slid sideways, causing it to rotate and end up facing in a different direction than the one I had been traveling.
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File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2019 Nissan Kicks?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Based on the 12 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 40,263 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Nissan/Kicks.
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