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Nissan Armada 2017-2024 (Y62)
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- Price
- $44,400–$71,000
- MPG
- 16
- Strength: Excellent capability
- Strength: Strong passenger space
- Strength: Strong reliability
- Watch-out: Poor running costs
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
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Old-school V8 muscle that tows 8,500 pounds and shrugs off miles - you pay at the pump with 16 MPG and put up with a cabin from a previous era.
Recalled far less often than cars of the same model years; 1 of its 3 recalls was serious. About 5% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +6 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $4,050 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 5% of cars we track.
16.5 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 16% of other SUVs we track.
Vast first two rows and 8-passenger capacity, though the third row and 16.5 cu ft trail rivals for the size.
The V8 sounds and pulls strong, but this is a 5,900-lb body-on-frame barge with slow steering.
Infotainment stayed a generation behind until the 2021 refresh added a larger modern screen.
Quiet, cushy highway ride and plush seats; the Patrol bones soak up miles easily.
SUVs and hybrids usually hold their value better than average.
Rated to tow 8,500 lb; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls9 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
9 recalls · 7 common complaint areas across 2017–2024
- Electrical — 37 complaints (2018)
- Recall — Equipment: other: labels (2024)
- Electrical — 35 complaints (2019)
2024
- RecallEquipment: other: labels26V455000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such,
2023
- RecallEquipment: other: labels26V455000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such,
2022
- RecallEquipment: other: labels26V455000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such,
- Complaint clusterElectrical5 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Check engine light and collision lights come on at start of vehicle due to the wiring harness issue. The throttle body and EMC have been replaced. This is a huge safety concern as it effects the engine and the operation of the vehicle. The problem continues even after the dealer has confirmed and re
2021
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: control/drive module21V373000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Armada and 2020-2021 INFINITI QX80 vehicles equipped with V8 engines. The impeller can swell and bind within the fuel pump module, causing it to fail.
- RecallEquipment: other: labels26V455000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such,
2020
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: control/drive module21V373000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Armada and 2020-2021 INFINITI QX80 vehicles equipped with V8 engines. The impeller can swell and bind within the fuel pump module, causing it to fail.
- RecallEquipment: other: labels26V455000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such,
- Complaint clusterElectrical5 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Safety Defect Complaint – 2020 Nissan Armada I am reporting a serious safety concern involving my 2020 Nissan Armada with approximately 90,000 miles. On August 6, 2026, the right/passenger-side exterior mirror suddenly became extremely hot and then exploded/broke. The failure also caused damage to
2019
- RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera19V654000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additio
- Complaint clusterElectrical35 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally failed to start as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the smart alternator had caused the battery to drain. The dealer inform
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other10 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My 2019 Nissan Armada has been showing a BCI Malfuntion warning light for the past year and a half on and off. Sometimes it puts the truck in limp mode, it won't start, or the brakes engage and the truck will not move while in drive. This has happened well over 30 times in the last year and a half.
- Complaint clusterSuspension6 complaintscomplaints:SUSPENSION
The rear end air suspension stopped working and will not raise the vehicle to the proper height. This caused the vehicle to become unstable in the rear and difficult to fully control the vehicle. With a wet road it becomes much worse as the rear end will lose contact with the road even at a much low
- Complaint clusterBrakes5 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
Bci message appears on dash. Then a number of other dash lights (see picture attached)
2018
- RecallBack over prevention: sensing system: camera19V654000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additio
- Complaint clusterElectrical37 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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.
- Complaint clusterPowertrain7 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
TCC slips, RPMs are all over the place at light throttle between 15-40mph. Believed to be an issue with the torque converter, known to Nissan.
- Complaint clusterEngine5 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
UNKNOWN - engine developed knock that could potentially lead to catastrophic engine failure during normal driving conditions, causing loss of control or inability to stop. NTB19-057a is a technical service bulletin issued by manufacturer - cylinder 7 scuffing with a short block or complete engine re
2017
- Complaint clusterElectrical31 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Half of the speedometer lights as well as dash lights go out while driving. Lights are full lit when vehicle is started but then fail.
- Complaint clusterPowertrain17 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving at low rates of speed, the vehicle came to an abrupt stop with the check engine and ABS warning lights illuminated. The contact was forced to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 30 MPH. The
- Complaint clusterAirbags10 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
I’ve had to replace the battery three times in three years that I’ve owned the vehicle I purchased it used. The transmission jerks like it’s slipping. It has done this ever since I purchased it no recalls on transmission. The side door airbag sensor is defective. The airbag light flashes on the dash
- Complaint clusterBrakes5 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the stop lamp switch warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the switch was related to Back Over Prevention feature. The vehicle was taken the local dealer and was diagnos
Cost to own$32,700 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$44,400–$71,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$4,050/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
14
Highway MPG
19
Combined MPG
16
Horsepower
400 hp
Doors
4
Cargo volume
16.5 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
95.4 cu ft
Towing capacity
8,500 lbs
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