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Nissan Armada Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns across the Nissan Armada, 2004–2026. Owners have filed 1,850 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2008 drew the most (161) and the 2016 the fewest (1).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls19campaignsCovering 2004–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints1,850filedOwner reports across 23 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Crash tests4★overall★★★★☆2024 model, latest ratedSource: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy18mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Nissan Armada complaints by model year

1,850 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

140 117 217 112 321 1 81 175 178 227 213 19 15 14 221 28
2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
201140 201217 201317 201412 201521 20161 201781 201875 201978 202027 202113 20229 20235 20244 202521 20268
ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2016 · 1 complaints
  • 2014 · 12 complaints
  • 2021 · 13 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2008 · 161 complaints
  • 2007 · 86 complaints
  • 2017 · 81 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Nissan Armada owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Electrical system 3341429362373
Unknown or other 810207201161
Service brakes 1315136111021
Engine 1614114330001
Power train 17740202023
Forward collision avoidance 4476330111
Air bags 12311100021
Back over prevention 7550100100

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Nissan Armada recalls (19)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Armada model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Nissan Armada
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V455000Jul 15, 2026Incorrect GAWR on Certification Label/FMVSS 1102020–2026—
25V821000Nov 26, 2025Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 1112025, 202681.4%
23V067000Feb 10, 2023Driver's Side Air Bag Cover Emblem May Detach2008–201116.1%
21V373000May 20, 2021Fuel Pump Module Can Fail and Cause a Stall2020, 202194.2%
20V188000Mar 30, 2020Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture2013, 2014, 201553.5%
19V654000Sep 12, 2019No Back-Up Camera Display Image/FMVSS 1112018, 201980.4%
15V501000Aug 10, 2015Seat Belts may not Latch or may not Unlatch201591.8%
14V803000Dec 19, 2014Parking Pawl May Not Engage201595.9%
13V451000Sep 18, 2013Brake Master Cylinder may Reduce Braking Power201398.6%
12V143000Apr 4, 2012CERTIFICATION LABEL/FMVSS 110/RIM SIZE2012—
10V517000Oct 28, 2010ENGINE CONTROL MODULE2004, 2005, 2006—
10V371000Aug 9, 2010SEATING SYSTEMS/FMVSS 2072010—
10V349000Jul 22, 2010SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG/FMVSS 2012008—
10V208000May 14, 2010LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY2010—
10V074000Mar 3, 2010INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE2005–2009—

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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Crash-test stars by model year

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the Nissan Armada (most-tested body style each year)
Model yearOverallFrontalSideRolloverTested as
2024★★★★☆3★5★3★suv 4wd
2023★★★★☆3★5★3★suv 4wd
2020★★★★☆3★5★3★suv awd
2019★★★★☆3★5★3★suv awd
2018★★★★☆3★5★3★suv awd

Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy by model year

201214–15 mpg
201314–15 mpg
201414–15 mpg
201514–15 mpg
201715–16 mpg
201815–16 mpg
201915–16 mpg
202015–16 mpg
202115–16 mpg
202215–16 mpg
202315–16 mpg
202415–16 mpg
202516–18 mpg
202616–18 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Nissan Armada report8 complaints · 2 campaigns →2025 Nissan Armada report21 complaints · 2 campaigns →2024 Nissan Armada report4 complaints · 1 campaigns →Every Nissan modelNissan models →

Nissan Armada FAQ

How many recalls has the Nissan Armada had?

NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns that cover at least one Nissan Armada model year from 2004 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Nissan Armada year has the most complaints?

Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2008 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (161) and the 2016 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Nissan Armada problems?

Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, unknown or other, service brakes in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Nissan Armada get?

EPA rates the 2026 Nissan Armada at 16 to 18 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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