NHTSA Data Explorer

Nissan Armada

Data refreshed October 25, 2026

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Complaints

1,298

Active records

Recalls

21

Active records

TSBs

357

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

2

Injuries

49

Crashes

45

Fires

26

Top reported issues — Nissan Armada

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Braking behavior

574

Reporting mechanism

495

Operating state

436

Noise

386

Condition issue

274

Driver assistance issue

162

Vibration/harshness

136

Safety restraint issue

121

Engine behavior

92

Starting behavior

85

Electrical issue

77

Performance issue

48

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

46

Thermal issue

44

Access/entry issue

42

Lighting behavior

40

Infotainment behavior

37

Ride/handling behavior

37

Fluid issue

36

Safety restraint behavior

28

HVAC behavior

27

Steering behavior

26

Powering on/off behavior

19

Recent change

14

Smell

14

Communication/network issue

3

Wiper/washer behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2018 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Oct 21, 2026


The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a strong fuel odor near the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and it was determined that the fuel pump was fractured. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.

2019 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Oct 14, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at approximately 50 MPH, all four brakes engaged independently, and the rear brake lights failed to illuminate. The ABS, Lane Assist, Traction Control, Collision, Blind Spot, and BC1 warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module and Brake Control Actuator required replacement. Upon further investigation, the contact associated the failure with…

2019 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Oct 2, 2026


Every few months the battery in the car will die, requiring that the battery needs to be jumped to start the car. This can happen suddenly, sometime after multiple short trips. The dealership has nopt been able to identify the issue. We replaced the battery at the dealership two years ago, and this issue has happened at least 8 to 10 times within the last 2 years.

2019 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Sep 29, 2026


The engine oil filtration system failed due to prior service negligence. Specifically, the spin-on engine oil filter was mechanically cracked, crushed, and structurally compromised by technicians during a forced removal attempt on August 1, 2026. The damaged component was deceptively left on the vehicle, leading to catastrophic oil pressure loss, pressurized engine oil spraying onto hot exhaust components, and a subsequent ignition/fire event on September 25, 2026. Yes, the failed oil filter…

2019 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Sep 28, 2026


My 2019 Nissan suddenly lost braking ability while driving. The brake pedal went all the way to the floor, and the front passenger-side wheel was covered in brake fluid. A mechanic found a cut in the brake hose, which likely caused the fluid leak and brake failure. Cause: UNKNOWN. It may have been mechanical failure, wear, or external damage. Further investigation is needed to determine the exact cause.

2019 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Sep 26, 2026


Bought this vehicle in 12/23. Problems with battery drainage, electrical problems, vehicle won't start and then it will. Bought a new battery in 2/25 same problems happening. This is a defect in this vehicle. Steering failure. System won't connect to my phone. Had alternator checked battery check consistently so many times. There should be a recall on this truck. I have been stranded so many times. I consistently pay my payments on time and never been late. I didnt expect to run into…

2019 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Sep 24, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and running, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. The failure was a persistent failure. The dealer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and a case was filed. The contact was informed that the…

2025 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Sep 11, 2026


My car suffers from unresolved safety, hazard of intermittent gasoline fumes. The vehicle exhibits a strong intermittent smell of gasoline, fumes outside and inside of the cabin, creating an immediate health and safety risk for anyone inside the vehicle or near the vehicle. I have been dealing with a lot of nausea and headache headaches. Despite multiple repair attempts by authorized dealership technicians to resolve this issue, the defect remains completely unresolved. The gasoline smell…

2018 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Sep 8, 2026


Crash

Front end collision and no front end collision warnings. Air bags failed to deploy. Car was still considered a total loss.

2018 NISSAN ARMADA

Filed Aug 27, 2026


When starting vehicle, the AV screen turns on but the screen is black. The screen lighting still illuminates but no other functions appear. Camera still works and shows when reversing but no entertainment is available.

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Updated October 25, 2026. Refreshed nightly.