NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger Safety Ratings
The 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger scores 50 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Weak), 0 recalls, and 2 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2021 Nissan NV3500 Passenger Van scores 50/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Weak band. Its clean defect record lifts the score, but absent crash-test coverage across most categories and a 2-star rollover rating leave meaningful safety questions unanswered for this model year.
The 2021 Nissan NV3500 Passenger Van received a 2-out-of-5-star rollover rating and a 50/100 NHTSA Safety Index derived entirely from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 94 Sedans from 2021 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger ranks 94 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 50 / 100 (Weak) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 2 stars |
| Rollover risk | 30.6% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 2 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 94 of 94 Sedans tested for 2021 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger?
The 2021 Nissan NV3500 Passenger Van's crash protection results are notably incomplete. NHTSA did not publish frontal or side impact ratings for this model year. Its single crash-test data point, a 2 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with an associated 31 percent risk, is a low mark. These factors contribute to a crash protection sub-score of just 28 out of a possible 70 points. The van's Safety Index of 50/100, placing it in the Weak band, reflects this structural assessment, though its defect record stands in contrast. A sub-score of 19.5 out of 20 for defect history is excellent. This stems from zero recall campaigns and only 2 owner complaints recorded for the 2021 model year. However, the absence of advanced driver-assistance systems further impacts its overall safety profile. The van lacks forward collision warning and lane departure warning; electronic stability control is its sole standard safety technology. This results in an avoidance technology sub-score of only 2 out of 10. For a vehicle designed to carry multiple passengers, the combination of untested crashworthiness and a low rollover rating merits close review.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger perform in crash tests?
The 2021 Nissan NV3500 Passenger Van's rollover rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a 31 percent rollover risk, is the sole safety assessment available from NHTSA for this model year. While the dynamic tip test indicated no actual tip, the computed risk remains noteworthy. NHTSA did not publish data for overall, frontal, or side crash protection, leaving those critical safety dimensions unaddressed.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15531
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger have any recalls?
The 2021 Nissan NV3500 Passenger Van carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for this model year. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with it. Shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA, as recall records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger?
NHTSA has logged 2 unverified owner complaints for this model year, including 1 alleged crash. The top reported components are Unknown Or Other and Power Train, each cited once. These are unverified consumer allegations and do not constitute confirmed defects.
2 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger?
Used-market shoppers considering this 5-year-old van should run its VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm no new campaigns have been issued since purchase and that any future remedy work has been completed before taking delivery.
- NHTSA did not conduct frontal or side crash tests on the 2021 NV3500 Passenger Van, meaning crash protection for those impact modes is unquantified for this specific model year.
- The 2021 model year's rollover rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a 31 percent rollover risk, is the only completed NHTSA crash-test result available for this vehicle.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2021 model year, producing a near-perfect defect record sub-score of 19.5 out of 20 and accounting for the largest share of the 50/100 Safety Index.
- This 2021 van lacks both forward collision warning and lane departure warning, earning only 2 out of 10 possible avoidance technology points, with electronic stability control as its sole standard active-safety feature.
RANKINGSWhere the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger places
The 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger safety questions
Was the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 50 out of 100, placing it in the Weak band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger earned 2 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 30.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 2 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in Sedan (2021)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2021 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2021 Cadillac CT5-V | 97/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2021 Infiniti Q50 | 97/100 | not rated | 3 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 15531), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Nv3500 Passgenger 2021.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 94 of 94 in the Sedan class for 2021.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.