Most common 2016 Nissan NV problems
Share of the 17 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Nissan NV complaints by model year
Best NV years: 2017, 2015. Years to avoid: 2016. Compare all years →
2016 Nissan NV recalls (1)
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
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. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator may not function properly or may rupture during deployment.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020.
What 2016 Nissan NV owners say
Brakes
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan NV3500. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the instrument malfunctioned. The check engine warning light, odometer, speedometer, and the braking system malfunctioned causing the brake pedal to extend to the floor while depressed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan NV3500. The contact stated that while driving the brakes became inoperable. The speedometer and odometer became inoperable. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was too heavy for lift. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer; Glendale Nissan (727 S Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91204, [phone]) but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Nissan NV a good car?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 NV rates use caution: 2.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the NV at the same age. It is one of the NV years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Nissan NV?
The brakes — 4 complaints, 24% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the windows, wipers & sunroof (2) and wheels & tires (2).
How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan NV have?
There is 1 recall for the 2016 Nissan NV, the most recent from March 30, 2020 (inflator module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Nissan NV?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2016. See the full Nissan NV years comparison.
At what mileage do 2016 Nissan NV problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 78,000 miles; 36% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.