2010 Nissan Armada

▲ Better than typical
2010 Nissan Armada
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:19:13.007Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan Armada Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2010 highlighted. 2004: 463 complaints 2004 2005: 373 complaints 2006: 266 complaints 2007: 85 complaints 2007 2008: 160 complaints 2009: 23 complaints 2010: 48 complaints 2010 2011: 40 complaints 2012: 17 complaints 2013: 17 complaints 2013 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 21 complaints 2016: 1 complaints 2016 2017: 81 complaints 2018: 73 complaints 2019: 72 complaints 2019 2020: 26 complaints 2021: 12 complaints 2022: 8 complaints 2022 2023: 5 complaints 2024: 4 complaints 2025: 19 complaints 2025 2026: 6 complaints 2026
2010: 48 complaints
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YearComplaints
2004463
2005373
2006266
200785
2008160
200923
201048
201140
201217
201317
201412
201521
20161
201781
201873
201972
202026
202112
20228
20235
20244
202519
20266

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.

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This vehicles fuel control module has caused my children and me safety to put at risk by vehicle breaking down in the middle of traffic and not capable of starting vehicle back up. thie has been confirmed from trusted mechanic.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240812

ENGINE 10%

10% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 10%

10% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 8%

8% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121115

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 8%

8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN ARMADA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE EMITTING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120319

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20100322 — service brakes, hydraulic

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 NISSAN QUEST VEHICLES. THE BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN END WAS NOT SPIN-FORMED TO SPECIFICATION D

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE PIVOT PIN HAD BEEN FORMED PROPERLY AND WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CON

Campaign 10V072000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100520 — suspension

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, QX56, FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 19, 2009 THROUGH MARCH 3, 2010. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY H

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Campaign 10V208000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100712 — suspension

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Campaign 10E019000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100830 — seats

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 NISSAN ARMADA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 7, 2010 THROUGH JUNE 11, 2010. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT HINGES/LOCK FOR PROPER FUNCTION. IF THE SEAT DOES NOT LOCK AS DESIGNED, THE SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT HINGE ASSEMBLY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE FREE

Campaign 10V371000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20231208 — air bags

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

Campaign 23V067000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2010 Nissan Armada — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10V072000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V208000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10E019000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V371000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V067000 (air bags) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Nissan Armada reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Nissan Armada is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Armada?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Nissan Armada have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.