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2021 Nissan Kicks Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Jul 18, 2023

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Nissan Kicks average of 1.9 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering › Electric Power Assist System, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2021 Nissan Kicks recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 23V496000

Steering › Electric Power Assist System

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Reported Jul 18, 2023

What is recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Versa and Kicks vehicles. An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering (EPS) torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.

Safety consequence

Loss of power steering assist can increase the steering effort required, especially at low speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code and replace the steering column assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA26. This recall involves vehicles that were previously inspected, but did not receive a steering column replacement, under recall number 22V-693. These vehicles will need to be reinspected for this recall.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V693000

Steering › Electric Power Assist System

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Reported Sep 15, 2022

What is recalled

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 Versa and Kicks vehicles. An intermittent electrical connection in the electric power steering (EPS) torque sensor can disable the power steering assist.

Safety consequence

Loss of power steering assist can increase the steering effort required, especially at low speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code, and replace the column, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PMA10 / PMA25.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Nissan Kicks model years

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2021 Nissan Kicks recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan Kicks have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2021 Nissan Kicks. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2021 Nissan Kicks?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology