2011 Nissan Armada
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 463 |
| 2005 | 373 |
| 2006 | 266 |
| 2007 | 85 |
| 2008 | 160 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 48 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 81 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 72 |
| 2020 | 26 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 19 |
| 2026 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
23% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING AT 45-50 MILES PER HOUR, SKID AND BRAKE LIGHTS CAME ON. IMMEDIATLY ALL TIRES LOOKED AND THE VEHICLE SKID OF THE ROAD. I WAS UNABLE TO BRAKE OR STOP THE VEHICLE, IT SLID AND OVER TURNED UNTIL IT CAME TO A STOP ON IT'S OWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151102
VEHICLES IN FRONT OF US WERE BRAKING HARD AND SO I BEGAN BRAKING ACCORDINGLY, BUT OUR 2011 NISSAN ARMADA WAS NOT SLOWING SUFFICIENTLY; SO I SWERVED TO THE LEFT AND, SINCE WE WERE ON AN OVERPASS BRIDGE (NO WHERE ELSE TO GO) AND SINCE THE VEHICLE HAD...
NHTSA ODI report, 20140505
My 2011 Nissan Armada started shaking very badly 8 months ago. Around that same time I had all 4 tires replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240227
15% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
MY NISSAN ARMADA CAUGHT FIRE. MY FRONT DRIVER SEAT GOT VERY HOT TO THE POINT OF BURNING. PULLED OVER TO GET AN APPLICATION FOR MY CHILD'S DAYCARE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180208
13% of complaints: suspension — 5 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
My 2011 Nissan Armada started shaking very badly 8 months ago. Around that same time I had all 4 tires replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240227
10% of complaints: wheels — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
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 driverÂs 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
2011 Nissan Armada — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V067000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2011 Nissan Armada reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Nissan Armada is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Nissan Armada?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Nissan Armada have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.