MYRModel Year Report

2021 Nissan NV

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2021 Nissan NV
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:43:37.105Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan NV Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2021 highlighted. 2012: 3 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2014: 5 complaints 2014 2015: 3 complaints 2016: 11 complaints 2016 2017: 5 complaints 2018: 5 complaints 2018 2019: 4 complaints 2021: 3 complaints 2021
2021: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
20123
20136
20145
20153
201611
20175
20185
20194
20213

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.

CRASH
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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, 20221105

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.

FIRE
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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, 20260806

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2021 Nissan NV — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.