Nissan Armada problems and known issues

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2013–2015

Powertrain:

All

Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver air bag inflator in 2013–2015 Armadas and Titans, 2012–2017 NV vans and 2011–2012 QX56s may not work properly or may rupture and throw metal fragments. Dealers replace the driver inflator free of charge. The 216,678 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [5]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2015

Powertrain:

All

Certain 2015 Armadas built April–June 2015 may have front seat belt buckles that do not latch, or do not release when pressed. Dealers inspect and replace both front buckles as needed, free of charge. NHTSA lists 1,554 vehicles in the campaign.

Sources: [6]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2015

Powertrain:

All

Interference between the parking rod and transmission housing on a small batch of 2015 Armadas can stop the parking pawl from fully engaging, so the vehicle could move in Park. Dealers check the housing date and replace affected transmissions free of charge. NHTSA lists 194 vehicles in the campaign.

Sources: [7]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2013

Powertrain:

All

The brake master cylinder on certain 2013 Armadas and Titans built February–May 2013 can intermittently reduce pressure to the front brakes, lengthening stops. Dealers replace the master cylinder free of charge. The 3,247 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [8]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2008–2011

Powertrain:

All

The resin emblem on the driver air bag cover of 2008–2011 Armadas, Titans, Frontiers, Xterras and Pathfinders, and 2008–2009 Quests, can crack and break loose during deployment. Dealers replace the driver air bag cover free of charge. The 404,690 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [9]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2008–2010

Powertrain:

All

The brake pedal pivot pin on 2008–2010 Armadas, Titans and QX56s and 2008–2009 Quests may not be formed to specification and can slide, partly detaching the pedal and reducing braking force. Dealers inspect and replace the pedal assembly as needed, free of charge. The 179,383 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [10]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2005–2009

Powertrain:

All

The fuel gauge on 2005–2009 Armadas, Titans and QX56s may show about a quarter tank when the tank is empty, so the vehicle could run out of fuel. Dealers replace the fuel sender with an improved sender card free of charge. The 340,000 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [11]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2010

Powertrain:

All

Some lower control links on 2010 Armadas, Titans, QX56s, Frontiers, Xterras and Pathfinders built November 2009–March 2010 have welds below strength specification that could separate and degrade handling. Dealers repair the vehicles free of charge. The 41,649 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [12]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2004–2006

Powertrain:

All

An engine control relay inside the power distribution module of 2004–2006 Armadas, Titans and QX56s and 2005–2006 Frontiers, Pathfinders and Xterras can build up oxide on its contacts and stall the engine. Dealers replace the relay free of charge. The 747,480 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [13]

Generation:

First generation (2004–2015)

Years:

2005–2006

Powertrain:

All

Visteon A/C condenser fan motors on 2005–2006 Armadas, Titans and QX56s built after March 17, 2005 may let in water, corrode, overheat and catch fire. Dealers install a thermal protector kit and test or replace the motor free of charge. The 180,664 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [14]

Generation:

Second generation (2017–2024) and 2025–2026

Years:

2020–2026

Powertrain:

All (22-inch wheels)

On 2020–2026 Armadas and some Infiniti QX56 and QX80 models with 22-inch wheels, the axle weight rating on the certification label is incorrect, which could allow overloading. Dealers fit new labels and Nissan mails replacement labels, free of charge. The 168,149 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [2]

Generation:

Second generation (2017–2024)

Years:

2020–2021

Powertrain:

V8

The fuel pump impeller in 2020–2021 Armadas and Infiniti QX80s can swell and bind, causing the pump to fail and the engine to stall. Dealers replace the fuel pump module free of charge. The 24,140 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [3]

Generation:

Second generation (2017–2024)

Years:

2018–2019

Powertrain:

All

On many 2018–2019 Nissans, including the Armada, the camera display settings can be adjusted so the rear image disappears and stays off the next time the vehicle is in reverse. Dealers update the camera software free of charge. The 1,228,830 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [4]

Generation:

Third generation (2025 onward)

Years:

2025–2026

Powertrain:

All

A software error in the infotainment system of certain 2025–2026 Armadas, 2025 Muranos and Infiniti QX80s can keep the rearview camera image from showing in reverse. The software is updated by a dealer or over the air, free of charge. The 64,085 figure covers every vehicle in the campaign, not just the Armada.

Sources: [1]