2020 Nissan Kicks - Electric Vehicle Guide
The 2020 Nissan Kicks belongs to a Nissan Kicks lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 2 model years, from 2020 to 2021. It is an all-electric vehicle, so it skips the oil changes, spark plugs and exhaust-system service of a combustion Kicks entirely. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic (variable gear ratios). This 2020 car is the earliest model year on record for the Nissan Kicks.
The high-voltage battery is covered for 8 years or 100,000 miles, separate from the bumper-to-bumper warranty. Routine upkeep centers on tire rotation, DOT 3 brake fluid, Long Life battery/cabin coolant, cabin air filters and brake service rather than engine oil. Know Your Ride lists 13 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include lug nut 80 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around forward collision avoidance (7), power train (6), air bags (4). A representative report reads: "The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while the fianc was driving approximately 30 MPH, and turning left the power steering and power..."
Estimated annual charging cost runs near $1,350.
Quick Specs
| Battery warranty | 8 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Est. annual charging | $1,350 |
| Tire size | 215/55R17 |
| Coolant | Long Life |
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 stars |
| Technical service bulletins | 120 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.