Nissan Kicks P15 common problems: what to check before you buy
Credov's researched list of the 2 faults the Nissan Kicks P15 is known for (2016–2020), 2 of them serious or costly. Each one says what to look for when you check the car, so you can spot it before you buy. Not every car has these faults: they are the ones worth checking on this model.
Known problems on the Nissan Kicks P15
Engine breather hose cracking
Safety risk
2016–2020 · HR12DE · hybrid · Engine
What to look for: Look along the engine breather hose for cracks or perished rubber past the black sleeve, and ask for the recall record.
Why it matters: MLIT recall 5350 (14 July 2023) covers 289,827 Note (DAA-HE12), 25,085 Note (DAA-SNE12) and 66,190 Kicks (6AA-P15) built between 25 Aug 2016 and 6 Oct 2020. The notification states that where the hose cracks the engine may fail to start and the motor may stop while driving, leaving the car unable to move.
What to look for: Check the steering wheel for Intelligent Cruise or ProPILOT buttons, and if fitted, ask for the software update record.
Why it matters: MLIT recall 5352 (14 July 2023) states that the motor output control program in the vehicle control module of e-POWER and electric models is deficient, and that after a specific input immediately following the end of a cruise-control run the car may accelerate unintentionally. The Japanese filing covers 88,183 plus 10,189 Note E12 e-POWER, 35,842 plus 7,511 Note E13, 25,751 plus 7,041 Note Aura and 66,190 Kicks.
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On top of the faults above, every Credov inspection covers the basics: fuel smell, leaks or filler rust, engine oil leaks, power steering fluid leak, drive belt cracks or squeal, rust underneath: chassis and mounts, engine mounts, engine oil level and colour, coolant level, colour and leaks, head gasket failure signs, cold start: rattle, knock or smoke, rough or hunting idle, engine running hot on gauge, gearbox or diff oil leak, swapped gearbox without lvv and more.
Researched by Credov from manufacturer recalls and service bulletins, owner reports and workshop sources. Repair prices are typical ranges, not quotes. See also fault codes and repair costs.