NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2020 Nissan Nv3500 Safety Ratings
The 2020 Nissan Nv3500 scores 50 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Weak), 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2020 Nissan NV3500 earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 50/100, placing it in the Weak band. Its clean recall record lifts the defect score, but untested crash protection and a 2-star rollover rating keep the overall picture cautious for buyers weighing this van.
The 2020 Nissan NV3500 receives a NHTSA Safety Index of 50 out of 100 based on NHTSA crash test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 3 Vans from 2020 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2020 Nissan Nv3500 ranks 1 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 | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 3 Vans tested for 2020 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Nissan Nv3500?
For the 2020 model year, the Nissan NV3500 carries a significant 31 percent rollover risk, reflected in its 2-star rollover rating from NHTSA. This figure largely determines the vehicle's crash protection score of 28 out of 70, as NHTSA did not conduct frontal or side impact tests on this configuration. The van's high center of gravity makes this rollover data point particularly critical. The 2020 NV3500 registers a Safety Index of 50 out of 100, placing it in the Weak band. This represents a two-point increase from the 2019 model's score of 48. A perfect 20 out of 20 in the defect record component boosts this year's score, owing to the absence of recall campaigns for the 2020 model year. In avoidance technology, the NV3500 scores 2 out of 10. While electronic stability control is standard, the vehicle lacks forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems. A single owner complaint has been filed, an insufficient sample to indicate a trend, but the Back Over Prevention component flag warrants attention given the van's dimensions.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2020 Nissan Nv3500 perform in crash tests?
The 2020 Nissan NV3500 presents an elevated rollover risk, with federal tests assigning it 2 out of 5 stars in this category. The large van carries a 31 percent statistical chance of rollover, though it did not tip in the dynamic test. No frontal or side crash test data is available for this model year; NHTSA did not conduct these evaluations.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14504
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Nissan Nv3500 have any recalls?
The 2020 Nissan NV3500 carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. That clean recall slate is a meaningful distinction and directly accounts for the full 20 out of 20 points in the defect record portion of the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Nissan Nv3500?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2020 NV3500. It is an unverified consumer allegation touching two components: Unknown Or Other and Back Over Prevention. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in that single report.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Nissan Nv3500?
While the 2020 NV3500 currently reports no open recalls, prospective buyers should verify this status via the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup tool. The absence of current campaigns does not preclude future actions, and a VIN-specific check confirms the most up-to-date recall information for any specific vehicle.
- The 2020 NV3500 has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file, earning the maximum 20 out of 20 points in the defect record category of the Safety Index.
- NHTSA assigned this model year a 2-star rollover rating with a 31 percent rollover risk, making rollover stability the most documented crash-safety concern for this specific year.
- Frontal and side crash protection were never tested by NHTSA for this model year, meaning no star ratings exist in those categories and no conclusions about protection levels can be drawn.
- The 2020 model's Safety Index of 50 out of 100 represents a two-point rise from the 2019 model's 48, though both remain in the Weak band, and the improvement is tied to the defect record rather than any change in crash test outcomes or safety technology.
RANKINGSWhere the 2020 Nissan Nv3500 places
The 2020 Nissan Nv3500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2020 Nissan Nv3500 safety questions
Was the 2020 Nissan Nv3500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2020 Nissan Nv3500, 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 2020 Nissan Nv3500 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2020 Nissan Nv3500 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 2020 Nissan Nv3500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Nissan Nv3500 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 2020 Nissan Nv3500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2020 Nissan Nv3500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Other Nv3500 years
Rivals in Van (2020)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 | 34/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 | 34/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14504), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Nv3500 2020.
- 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 1 of 3 in the Van class for 2020.
- 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.