Nissan NV3500

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Note: This vehicle has been discontinued by the manufacturer.


Specifications

Average annual repair costs$740


Known issues

  • V8 + auto shifting issues (usually late shifting/slipping)
  • V8 #3 plug fouling from oil leak in valve guides or elsewhere - no clear info yet.
  • P0441, P0455 codes caused by gas evap sensor pulling out of the charcoal canister[1]
  • P0448 code caused by dirt clogging evap valve/solenoid/canister, possibly due to vent location in wheelwell. Possible workaround: blow out with air, reset code.[2]
  • V8 can hunt/surge between 1000-1500rmp; fixed by ECU flash update.
  • V8 knock when starting that may or may not be problematic.
  • V6 plastic intake manifold can crack if hose clamp fitting is overtightened[3]
  • water leaking in the front (sloped) roof section, due to windshield mounting, weld issues, or (in at least one case) condensation.[4]
  • lowest MPG of all vans
  • inadvertent pushing of the "Info" button can illuminate idiot lights.[5]
  • white nylon gear shift lever spacer can fall out of steering column
  • 13.5" roof rib spacing means rib-cutting to install normal 14x14" roof vents.



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