2013 Nissan NV
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2021 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
2 of 6 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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Vehicle traveling on highway at posted speed limit with no other cars around. The hood came open and smashed through the windshield. Glass all over me and the dashboard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-07
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Nissan NV. The contact stated the roof was corroding. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician verified the failure and decided to paint over the corrosion. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-22
Electrical system
2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.
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2 MAJOR COMPLAINTS: 1.) When driving with a/c on in Florida water leaking on both sides of center console, drips constantly, took to mechanic several times. They blew the lines for the drainage and it still leaks.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-09-02
The window regulator bent into itself and cause the window to not be able to go up. Mechanic said that this should not happen, and it seemed the part was faulty.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-13
Seats
1 of 6 total reports mentions: seats.
Air bags
1 of 6 total reports mentions: air bags.
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My wife stoped on the side of the road to talk with my son who was sitting in the front passenger seat. When my wife shut the door behind him all of the side curtain airbags deployed on the passenger side of the van.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-01-27
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013-04-15Power train13V094000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Titan trucks manufactured from January 22, 2013, through February 20, 2013; and model year 2013 NV vehicles manufactured from December 17, 2012, through…
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.
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2013-04-15Power train13V095000 Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 NV vehicles manufactured from December 20, 2010, through January 4, 2013 and are equipped with steering column-mounted transmission shift levers.…
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will correct the installation of the transmission lever gear selector plate lock clip, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2013. Owners may contact…
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2020-05-07Air bags20V188000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 NV Cargo and NV Passenger Van, 2013-2015 Titan and Armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Nissan NV — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V094000 · Power train
- Recall 13V095000 · Power train
- Recall 20V188000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2013 Nissan NV reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan NV?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Nissan NV have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.