2019 Nissan Armada
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.
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
53% of complaints: electrical system — 38 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Brakes and front sensor. Yes How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?
NHTSA ODI report, 20240716
This vehicle has less than 24k miles, and just surpassed the warranty period and suddenly with no explanation, it won't start due to a faulty start switch in the brake pedal which must be depressed to start the vehicle or shift into drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231111
13% of complaints: engine — 9 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: suspension — 6 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
12/2/2021 SUV accelerated on its own incident happened in my daughters driveway. SUV is available for inspection I have possession as of 1/22/22 picked up from Nissan dealership.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220124
SAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated.
Campaign 19V654000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Nissan Armada — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Nissan Armada reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Nissan Armada is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Nissan Armada?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 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.