2017 Nissan NV
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
2 of 5 total reports mention: steering.
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On July 4, 2023 I was backing out of a driveway and put my vehicle back into Drive. A piece out of the steering column fell at my feet.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-27
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Nissan NV. While driving 45 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel seized. There were no warning indicators illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-21
Service brakes
1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.
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The motor developed rod knock as the vehicle was traveling down the highway. The low oil pressure light came on along with an audible warning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-24
Electrical system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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Passenger seat heater heating element burned through foam cushions of bottom of seat. Contacting bottom steel seat support. Cabin filled with smoke and forced me to pull vehicle over on side of road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-05-16
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2017 Nissan NV — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V188000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2017 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 2017 Nissan NV?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan NV have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.