Is the 2017 Nissan Armada reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Nissan Armada is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nissan Armada?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan Armada have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

2017 Nissan Armada

● Typical for this model

2017 Nissan Armada
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This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 81
Recalls: 0
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Electrical system

Complaints per year

2017: 81 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2004	464
2005	373
2006	266
2007	86
2008	161
2009	23
2010	48
2011	40
2012	17
2013	17
2014	13
2015	21
2016	1
2017	81
2018	75
2019	77
2020	27
2021	13
2022	8
2023	5
2024	4
2025	20
2026	9

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

41% · 33 reports

Most commonly citing ignition.

FIREINJURY

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I drive a 2017 Nissan Armada that caught fire!!! We purchased this vehicle March of this year. My heated seat malfunctioned and caught my pants and my seat on fire while I was driving with two-2- small children!!!

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-11-14

Also filed under Seats

Power train

21% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing input.

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My driver's side rear "CV axel" needs replaced, and there are many TSB's regarding the Powertrain. My vehicle has roughly 87,000 miles on it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-11

Sometimes when pressing the accelerator, the vehicle will act like it is trying to choke out and will shudder and/or hesitate. This can occur when trying to climb an incline or when merging into traffic from a slowed down or stopped standing.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-06-19

From slow starts, the tachometer will flutter and that hesitation is transmitted through the drivetrain to the wheels. This hesitation has been seen around all shift points and has been confirmed by service technicians.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-06

Engine

20% · 16 reports

Service brakes

16% · 13 reports

Air bags

15% · 12 reports

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 Nissan Armada — pre-purchase inspection

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Electrical system: 33 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 17 reports on file for this year.
Engine: 16 reports on file for this year.

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FAQ

Is the 2017 Nissan Armada reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Nissan Armada is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nissan Armada?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan Armada have?: No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.