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2021 Nissan NV200 CargoRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints for the 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo. Most complaints involve fuel/propulsion system (2) and air bags (2). The EPA rates it 25 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
25mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
4
Top: fuel/propulsion system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,500est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

4 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2023 – Jan 2026
  1. Fuel/propulsion system2
  2. Air bags2
  3. Forward collision avoidance1
  4. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each NV200 Cargo model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20202
20214
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Fuel/propulsion system

2 reports
“UNKNOWN”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 6, 2026Unknown or other, Fuel/propulsion system, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11709285

Air bags

2 reports1 crash
“AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AT ALL. WAS AT COMPLET STOP AND HIT BY A VEHICLE THAT WAS AT A RAT OF SPEED OF 65MPH+ AND THEN WAS PUSHED INTO CAR AHEAD THAT WAS STOPPED( WAS "SANDWICHED").PASSENGER HAS EXTENSIVE INJURIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BROKEN FACE BONES AND FRACTURED BACK. AIR BAGS NOT DEPLOYING HAS BEEN CONFERMED BY POLICE AND INSURANCE REPRESENTATIVES. NO WARNING LAMPS,MESSAGES OR OTHER SYMPTOMS OF A PROBLEM PRIER TO THE CRASH.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 10, 2025Air bagsCrash reportedODI 11686344

Forward collision avoidance

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
NV200 Cargo Van
Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive
242625$2,500360
  • NV200 Cargo Van
    Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L
    24 city · 26 hwy · $2,500/yr
    25
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo as of Nov 9, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 9, 2026Vehicle 15532
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2021 NV200 Cargo questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 9, 2026.

What are the most common 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo problems?

Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are fuel/propulsion system (2), air bags (2), forward collision avoidance (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo get?

The EPA rates the 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo at 25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026