Recall 13V521 affects 2,529 2013 Nissan NV200 vehicles for a wiring harness short-circuit risk. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 2,529 2013 NV200 vans because the battery fuse wiring harness can rub through its covering and contact the fusible-link bracket. If the fuse blows while driving, the fuel pump stops and the engine stops running, increasing crash risk; the Nissan dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The affected part on the 2013 Nissan NV200 is the wiring harness that connects the fusible link to the battery fuse terminal. The harness carries electrical power, while the fusible link is a protective part that opens the circuit when current gets too high, helping prevent damage to the electrical system.
On affected NV200 vans, the harness routing places the protective covering too close to the bracket that holds the fusible link. Normal vibration and movement can rub through that covering. Once the covering wears through, the exposed wires can touch the bracket, creating an electrical short where the harness is supposed to stay insulated.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner can see no dashboard light, noise, or driveability change before the wiring insulation wears through, so the repair depends on checking whether the VIN is included.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Nissan NV200 | electrical system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2,529 |
Not every 2013 Nissan NV200 van is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the wiring harness contacts the bracket, a short circuit can blow the battery terminal fuse. If that happens while driving, the fuel pump stops, the engine stalls, and crash risk increases. Drive cautiously, and arrange dealer inspection and repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Nissan NV200 is included in this recall.
- Watch for Nissan's owner notice if you have not received one, then contact a franchised Nissan dealer.
- Schedule the free wiring-harness inspection and repositioning that protects the battery fuse terminal circuit from shorting.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 13V521 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair. If the engine stops running, steer to a safe place and call for help.
What happens at the repair
Nissan's remedy calls for a dealer inspection of the wiring harness that runs between the fusible link and the battery fuse terminal. A Nissan technician repositions the harness and adds protective covering so the wiring is not rubbing against the fusible link bracket. Nissan's recall notice states that the recall began on December 9, 2013, and that the inspection, repositioning, and protective covering are free of charge. If the dealer says the repair is not open for your VIN, ask when the free recall remedy will be available for that specific vehicle.
Timeline
| October 17, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 9, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V521?
Recall 13V521 covers 2,529 2013 Nissan NV200 vans with a battery fuse terminal wiring harness routed where it can wear through its protective covering. If the wires touch the fusible link bracket, the battery terminal fuse can blow and stop the engine while driving.
What should I do if my 2013 Nissan NV200 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific van is included in recall 13V521. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the wiring harness inspection, repositioning, and protective covering repair. Reference recall number 13V521 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost, and Nissan dealers will inspect and reposition the wiring harness and apply protective covering free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 13V521?
The safety risk is an engine stall while driving. In recall 13V521, contact between the wires and the fusible link bracket can cause a short circuit and blow the battery terminal fuse. If that happens while driving, the fuel pump stops and crash risk increases.
What if I bought my Nissan NV200 used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If Nissan never mailed you a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific NV200 is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer with recall number 13V521.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V521000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V521 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V521000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →