2016 Nissan NV
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2021 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes.
2 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN NV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180807
1 of 11 total reports mentions: wheels.
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 20V188000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Nissan NV — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 20V188000 (air bags) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 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 2016 Nissan NV?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan NV have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.