Second Hand Nissan NV300 Ignition Switch

The Nissan NV300 is available with both a traditional keyed ignition switch and, on some later variants, a keyless start button system, so the type fitted depends on the specific vehicle. If your van has a physical key barrel on the steering column, it has a conventional ignition switch that can be sourced from a breaker. If it has a push-button start, the barrel-type ignition switch is not fitted and you will need to look for the start button assembly or related components instead. Check your own van before requesting quotes to make sure you are ordering the right type.

The Nissan NV300 is a rebadged Renault Trafic third generation, which ran from 2016 onwards in the UK, so all NV300s sold here share the same broad generation. Within that generation there was a facelift, and whether the ignition switch is interchangeable across that facelift boundary is something you should confirm with the breaker against your registration, as connector and barrel coding details can vary. Giving the breaker your full registration will let them cross-reference the exact part number before supplying.

Trim level does not affect ignition switch fitment on the NV300 — whether your van is a base SE or a higher Tekna spec, the ignition switch assembly is determined by the build date and whether the vehicle has keyless start, not the trim grade. You may find higher trims are more likely to have been built with keyless start, which would mean no conventional barrel switch is fitted, so do verify which system your van actually has. Beyond that, trim makes no difference and you should not pay extra for a switch pulled from a particular trim level.

Engine size does not affect ignition switch fitment on the NV300 — the switch sits in the steering column and is not specific to whether you have the 1.6 dCi or 2.0 dCi engine. The key factor remains whether your van has a keyed ignition or a keyless push-button start system. Confirm your build date and start type with the breaker and they can match the correct part.

Because the Nissan NV300 is mechanically identical to the Renault Trafic Mk3, ignition switches from a same-era Trafic are very commonly interchangeable, and breakers regularly supply them across both nameplates. However, you should confirm with the breaker that the part number matches and that both vehicles have the same start system — keyed or keyless — before buying. Using a Trafic-sourced switch can widen your options considerably and potentially reduce cost.

A used ignition switch from a reputable breaker is a common and cost-effective repair on the NV300, and breakers will typically supply the barrel, switch, and associated keys as a set where possible. Bear in mind that ignition switches can be paired to the vehicle's immobiliser system, so you may need the switch recoded by a locksmith or auto-electrician after fitting — discuss this with the breaker before buying so you understand what is included. Always confirm the part against your registration to make sure the correct type is supplied.