DecodedCars2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2021 models.
- Class
- Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 25 combined · 24 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 25 MPG combined — 19% better than the average 2021 special purpose vehicle (21 MPG).
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van is a special purpose vehicle offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (24 city / 26 highway), 19% better than the 2021 special purpose vehicle average of 21 MPG, for an estimated $2,700 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2021
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2020 NV200 Cargo Van — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2020; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2020 NV200 Cargo Van →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NV200 Cargo Van | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 26 / 25 | +19% | $2,700 | 360 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2021 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van.
Similar 2021 special purpose vehicles
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van (this car) | 25 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2021 Ford Transit Connect | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2021 Ram Promaster City | 24 MPG | Not rated | 10 |
Recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump › Control/Drive Module · Oct 9, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V676000 · 173,301 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2021 NV200 Van, 2014-2017, 2019 NV200 Taxi, and 2015-2018 Chevrolet City Express vehicles. The Fuel Tank Temperature (FTT) sensor harness may have been incorrectly routed, damaging wires and causing a short circuit in the fuel pump fuse.
- Risk
- A blown fuel pump fuse can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and reroute the FTT sensor harness or replace the fuel pump assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is PMA56. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov October 10, 2025.
Not every 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 2 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2021 Nissan NV200 Cargo Van. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other NV200 Cargo Van years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 NV200 Cargo Van | 25 | – | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2019 NV200 Cargo Van | 25 | – | Not rated | 1 | 4 |
| 2018 NV200 Cargo Van | 25 | – | Not rated | 1 | 3 |
| 2017 NV200 Cargo Van | 25 | – | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2016 NV200 Cargo Van | 25 | – | Not rated | 1 | 7 |
| 2015 NV200 Cargo Van | 25 | – | Not rated | 1 | 3 |
| 2014 NV200 Cargo Van | 24 | – | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2013 NV200 Cargo Van | 24 | – | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →