Nissan NV Problems by Year
NHTSA has 70 owner complaints and 8 safety recalls on file for the Nissan NV, across 10 model years (2012–2021). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (17). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Nissan NV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical NV year: 2016. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Nissan NV problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 6 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Power Train | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Structure | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Nissan NV model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 NV | 3 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2020 NV | 1 | 0 | — | Back Over Prevention | |
| 2019 NV | 6 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2018 NV | 11 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | More complaints than other years |
| 2017 NV | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2016 NV | 17 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2015 NV | 6 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2014 NV | 10 | 2 | — | Unknown or Other | More complaints than other years |
| 2013 NV | 9 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2012 NV | 7 | 4 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan NV years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2016 (17) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical NV year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Nissan NV?
Electrical System, with 10 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Nissan NV have?
8 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.