2013 Nissan Nv3500 problems
The Nissan NV (Nissan Van) is a full-size van produced by Nissan from 2011 to 2021. It was developed and marketed for the United States and Canada, where Nissan had not previously been present in the full-size segment. Until the introduction of the Nissan NV, Mexico was the only country in North America selling a full-size Nissan van, as the Nissan Urvan was sold there.
The NV nameplate was previously used by a small pickup truck sold in Thailand.
Development
The NV used the same F-Alpha platform as does the Nissan Titan full-size pickup, but due to the need for a flat loading floor it is highly modified and they end up sharing mainly powertrain pieces and some of the design language. The NV was also only available with rear-wheel drive, coupled to a five-speed automatic transmission (later also a seven-speed). The NV was not targeted directly at the (mainly fleet) buyers of the Ford E-Series and Chevrolet Express, but rather at private buyers including contractors and small business owners who are looking for a vehicle that is both capable and comfortable.
The 4.0-litre V6 engine outputs 261 hp (195 kW) and 281 lb⋅ft (381 N⋅m) of torque, while the 5.6-litre V8 engine outputs 375 hp (280 kW) and 387 lb⋅ft (525 N⋅m) of torque. The V8-engined versions are also electronically limited to a top speed of 100 mph (161 km/h).
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Common 2013 Nissan Nv3500 problems
The Nissan NV3500, introduced in 2011, has been praised for its reliability and low maintenance costs, with an average annual repair cost of $500 and a 4.0 out of 5.0 reliability rating. However, there are a few common problems that have been reported by owners, particularly with the 2013 model.
- Transmission shifting issues: Some owners of the 2017 NV3500 SL have reported transmission shifting issues, where the vehicle revs up to 4000 RPM before shifting gears, especially when the engine is hot. This could be due to a problem with the transmission control module, sensor, or wiring. A professional diagnostic is necessary to determine the root cause and repair the issue.
- Engine stalling in hot weather: Several Nissan models, including the NV3500, have experienced engine stalling while driving in hot weather, particularly in Las Vegas . The issue has been attributed to vaporizing gasoline, but the US Energy Information Administration has stated that the vapor pressure of gasoline does not vary between grades. Nissan has issued technical service bulletins (TSBs) for Versas made between 2012 and 2016 and Sentras built between 2013 and 2015, but a recall has not been issued. Affected owners have been advised to switch to more expensive higher octane fuel or use name-brand gasoline, but these solutions may only be temporary fixes.
- Heater not working: Some NV3500 owners have reported that their heater is not working, even though the air conditioner still functions. This issue is typically caused by a failed blower motor, which can be replaced to restore heater functionality.
- Recall: Ignition Switch Moves On Its Own And Turns Off The Engine: The NV3500 has one known recall, which affects vehicles with ignition switches that can move on their own and turn off the engine. This issue can be addressed by replacing the ignition switch at a Nissan dealership.
When considering the purchase of a used NV3500, it is essential to research these common issues and ensure that any necessary repairs have been addressed. Additionally, potential buyers should consider the vehicle's history, mileage, and maintenance records to make an informed decision.
Is Nissan NV3500 reliable?
The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 17% for the Nissan NV3500, compared to an average of 16% for commercial vans and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
Why did Nissan stop making NV3500?
The current 2021 model year will be the last year of production for Nissan NV and NV200 Cargo Vans impacting both U.S. and Canada markets. The decision to stop production comes as Nissan shared that sales did not reach market share goals.
How many miles will a Nissan NV 3500 last?
These engines and transmissions are very low maintenance, very few issues, and last about 300k miles. Biggest issue is fuel consumption, very poor gas mileage for excessive travel.
How many miles per gallon does a 2013 Nissan NV 3500 get?
Based on data from 21 vehicles, 1,824 fuel-ups and 433,063 miles of driving, the 2013 Nissan NV3500 gets a combined Avg MPG of 11.57 with a 0.13 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 56 outliers (2.98%) removed.
2013 Nissan Nv3500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Nv3500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Unknown or other problems
- Electrical system problems
- Structure problems
- Air bags problems
- Seat belts problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Nissan Nv3500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2013 Nissan Nv3500 complaints
The NHTSA has received 7 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Nissan Nv3500.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-02
- VIN: 1N6BF0KL7DN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 2 MAJOR COMPLAINTS: 1.) When driving with a/c on in Florida water leaking on both sides of center console, drips constantly, took to mechanic several times. They blew the lines for the drainage and it still leaks. 2.) The driver door lock is sticking and making a brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr sound stuck when opening door from remote and from the inside of the driver door.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-19
- VIN: 5bzaf0aa4dn
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: My wife stoped on the side of the road to talk with my son who was sitting in the front passenger seat. When my wife shut the door behind him all of the side curtain airbags deployed on the passenger side of the van. Three of my other children were inside the van when the bags depoyed. The two youngest 10, and 11, were sitting in the middle and were not hit with the bags. The oldest 14 was sittning next to the wall and was hit by the bags. There was no accident or impact that would have set the airbags off except the shutting of the front passenger door. The van is currently at Mossy Nissan in Houston TX and availible for inspection. We have filed with Nissan Corperate and they are opening an investigation. No warning lamps were present except a check engine light and low tire air pressure. Mossy nissan has supposedly ran a diagnostics on the van but have not told us the results. We are not confident that the dealership will be honest and forthcoming with information. When we brought the vehicle in we were met with skeptisism that we were being honest. Comments were overheard by my wife that were not appropriate to the situation.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-21
- VIN: 5BZAF0AA7DN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE SINCE 2013 AND LIVE ARIZONA. SUMMERS ARE EXTREMELY HOT. WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE FOR OUR FAMILY. AT THE TIME WE HAD 7 CHILDREN. WE NOW HAVE 10, SO EVERY SEAT IN OUR VAN IS TAKEN. WE HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THE AIR FLOW AND AIR CONDITIONING SINCE WE PURCHASED THE VAN BACK IN 2013 AND WERE TOLD THAT THIS IS HOW PASSENGER VANS ARE. WE WERE TOLD SINCE IT WAS SUCH A LARGE AMOUNT OF SPACE TO COOL AND ARE VAN IS BLACK IT WAS JUST THE NATURE OF THIS TYPE OF VAN. HOWEVER, AS MORE PEOPLE ARE PURCHASING THIS VAN FOR THEIR FAMILIES WE HAVE READ MORE POSTS ABOUT THE SAME TYPE OF ISSUE AND REFUSE TO CONTINUE TO BELIEVE THAT THIS IS JUST HOW ALL PASSENGER VANS ARE.. THERE HAS TO BE SOMETHING DONE ABOUT THE DESIGN OF THE AIR SYSTEM. MY CHILDREN ARE SWEATING, TURNING RED AND COMPLAIN OF THE HEAT IN THE BACK 2 ROWS. THE ONLY AREA THAT FEELS THE AIR CONDITIONER IS THE FRONT SEAT AND THE 2ND ROW BECAUSE THEY FEEL THE COLD FROM THE FRONT VENTS. I HAVE YOUNG KIDS SITTING IN THE BACK 2 ROWS IN CAR SEATS. I CANNOT VISUALLY SEE HOW HOT THEY ARE GETTING WHILE I'M DRIVING UNTIL WE GET TO OUR DESTINATION AND SEE THEY HAVE BEEN SWEATING PROFUSELY. WE COOL THE CAR OFF FAR AT LEAST 10 MINS BEFORE LOADING THE KIDS AND TRY TO PARK UNDER THE SHADE BUT THE VAN STILL DOES NOT COOL OFF PROPERLY IN THE BACK. I HAVE PURCHASED MINI FANS TO SO THE KIDS CAN TRY AND COOL THEMSELVES OFF WITH THEM BUT IT IS NOT ENOUGH! SOMETHING HAS TO BE DONE TO FIX THIS PROBLEM BEFORE A CHILD SUFFERS FROM HEAT STROKE! NISSAN NEEDS TO TAKE ACTION BEFORE A CHILD IS HURT. THE DESIGN OF THEIR AIR SYSTEM IS NOT ADEQUATE. THEY NEED TO REALIZE THAT THERE ARE FAMILIES THAT REQUIRE THE USE OF A PASSENGER VAN, WHO LIVE IN EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS. THEY CANNOT WAIT UNTIL A CHILD DIES FROM HEAT IN THEIR VEHICLE BEFORE THEY TAKE ANY ACTION TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM.
SEAT BELTS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-01
- VIN: 5BZAF0AAXDN
- Components: SEAT BELTS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WE PURCHASED THIS VAN BRAND NEW. FROM THE BEGINNING WE HAVE HAD AIR CONDITIONING ISSUES IN THE REAR OF THE VAN. THE BLOWER MOTOR HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES. THE CONDENSER ONCE. THE AIR FLOW IS AT A WHISPER SO IN THE SUMMER WITH HIGH TEMPS THE BACK OF THE VAN IS HOT. OUR CHILDREN ARE NOT SAFE TO RIDE BACK THERE. WE HAVE COMPLAINED TO THE DEALERSHIP AND NISSAN AS WELL WITH NOT EXPLANATION OR FIX. I ALSO HAVE AN ISSUE WITH A COUPLE SEATS SEAT BELTS THAT DO NOT WORK. THEY HAVE GOTTEN STUCK INSIDE ITS HOUSING UNIT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-06-20
- VIN: 5BZAF0AA0DN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE WINDOW REGULATOR BENT INTO ITSELF AND CAUSE THE WINDOW TO NOT BE ABLE TO GO UP. MECHANIC SAID THAT THIS SHOULD NOT HAPPEN, AND IT SEEMED THE PART WAS FAULTY. THE DOOR LATCH ALSO STOPPED WORKING, YOU COULD OPEN THE DRIVERS DOOR FROM THE INSIDE ONCE, THEN THE LATCH STOPPED WORKING AND THE DOOR WOULD HAVE TO BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE. TWO WEEKS AFTER THAT HAPPENED THE DRIVERS POWER SEAT WILL NO LONGER MOVE FORWARDS AND BACK, BUT OTHER FUNCTIONS ON THE SEAT WORK.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-07
- VIN: 3N6CM0KN7DK
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: VEHICLE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AT POSTED SPEED LIMIT WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND. THE HOOD CAME OPEN AND SMASHED THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD. GLASS ALL OVER ME AND THE DASHBOARD. WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD WHERE I WAS ABLE TO BE TOWED TO CLASSIC COLLISION IN EDGEWATER MD. IT SEEMS THAT THE LATCH FAILED AND THE SECONDARY SAFETY LATCH ALSO FAILED.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-10
- VIN: 5BZAF0AA1DN
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN NV. THE CONTACT STATED THE ROOF WAS CORRODING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN VERIFIED THE FAILURE AND DECIDED TO PAINT OVER THE CORROSION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,700 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 12,317. UPDATED 06/17/14 MA
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Question about reliability of NV3500 - Nissan NV Forum
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