Nissan Kicks vs Toyota Corolla
For 2018–2022 models, the Toyota Corolla has 7.1 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 14.7 for the Nissan Kicks. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2018–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Nissan Kicks
14.7 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.1× the Toyota Corolla’s rate
- Complaints
- 409
- Sold
- 278,202
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2018–2019. Fewest: 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Driver-assist cameras, radar and calibration
Typically around 6,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 15,500 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 33,377 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 3,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 20,000 mi
Toyota Corolla
7.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
52% fewer than the Nissan Kicks
- Complaints
- 921
- Sold
- 1,291,192
- Recall campaigns
- 8
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Fewest: 2018 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 69,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 28,394 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 54,650 mi
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Master cylinder and booster
Typically around 20,000 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 1,700 mi · repair $750–$2,230
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Nissan Kicks or the Toyota Corolla?
For 2018–2022 models, the Toyota Corolla has 7.1 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Nissan Kicks has 14.7, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Kicks?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Kicks is driver-assist cameras, radar and calibration, typically around 6,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Toyota Corolla?
The most-reported problem on the Toyota Corolla is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 69,000 miles.
Which Nissan Kicks and Toyota Corolla years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Nissan Kicks: 2018–2019.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.