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2012 NISSAN NV Safety Overview

The 2012 NISSAN NV has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
  • Engine and engine cooling

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for NISSAN NV owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 NISSAN NV 20V188000

Nissan North America, Inc.

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

NHTSA Recall 20V188000: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/30/2020
2012 NISSAN NV 13V095000

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 NV vehicles manufactured from December 20, 2010,...

As a consequence of the incorrect display, although the gear indicator may display that the vehicle is in Park, the vehicle may not be properly secured allowing the vehicle to roll away unexpectedly, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V095000: As a consequence of the incorrect display, although the gear indicator may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/15/2013
2012 NISSAN NV 11V592000

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 INFINITI FX, MODEL YEAR 2012 INFINITI M, MODEL YEAR 2...

IF THERE IS AN ENGINE OIL LEAK, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WOULD DROP AND THE ENGINE COULD SEIZE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 11V592000: IF THERE IS AN ENGINE OIL LEAK, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WOULD DROP AND THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/19/2011
2012 NISSAN NV 11V408000

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 15, 201...

THE AFFECTED ACU WILL NOT OPERATE AS DESIGNED AND THIS ISSUE MAY CAUSE THE AIR BAGS NOT TO INFLATE IN A CRASH WHEN THEY ARE DESIGNED TO INFLATE. THIS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY.

NHTSA Recall 11V408000: THE AFFECTED ACU WILL NOT OPERATE AS DESIGNED AND THIS ISSUE MAY CAUSE THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/9/2011

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.