2021 Nissan NV
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2021: 3 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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.
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When braking, the transmission downshifts and lurches the car forward just before coming to a stop. This problem artificially increases the stopping distance and time needed when braking. This caused me to have an accident rear ending another car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-11-05
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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On June 2, 2026, a spontaneous fire ignited in my 2021 Nissan NV 3500 HD Van w/ approx 65,741 miles near the instrument panel while the vehicle was parked in my driveway at about 11:00am.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-06
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2021 Nissan NV — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2021 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 2021 Nissan NV?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan NV have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.