2005 Nissan Armada Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 1%of 373 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 23,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the steering of the 2005 Nissan Armada, 1% of the 373 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 23,900 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I'm driving the car straight 5 to 10 minutes, after that the car start shaking the vdcoff and slip light turn on and the stirring wheel stay turn slightly sideway to drive the car straight I turn off the car for 1 or 2 minute and everything on the car become normal for 5 to 10 more minute I have no idea what is wrong with my car is been park in my garage for two years I dont drive it and can sell it with that problem”
NHTSA complaint #11397031, filed 2021-02, 2 miles“The first incident took place approximately 1 year after purchase, but it was not as severe, so I will begin with the first severe occurrence, which took place in the summer of 2009. At about 55 miles per hour the vehicle shakes, and the steering seemed a bit loose. But because I like my Nissan, I just drove it very carefully. Then in 2014, it became almost impossible to control. I began to research problems that others were having as originally I thought the problem I was having was related to the brake system. But it was shaking even without applying the brakes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10627847, filed 2014-08, 45,000 miles“Purchased a 2005 Nissan Armada in december 2004. Noticeable shaking in steering wheel column when braking. This usually occurs when braking from speeds greater than 40 MPH. Took the car to the dealer where I purchased it from and they acknowledged that there has been an issue with steering wheel shaking, which the service advisor explained, is due to rotor becoming heated and warped. He said that they have a temporary fix for the problem - changing brake pads, rotors, and installing a bolt somehwere, and that Nissan was working on a permanent fix. …”
NHTSA complaint #10114792, filed 2005-03, 2,800 miles“The contact owned a 2005 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, his steering wheel was locked without warning. Due to the failure, the contact veered off the road and hit two parked vehicles. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact stated that a little girl was standing near one of the parked vehicles and was knocked into a tree and was airlifted to a child trauma center. The contact stated that from his knowledge, the girl was only treated for cuts and bruises. …”
NHTSA complaint #11429428, filed 2021-08, 215,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10232652Feb 22, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10192524Feb 6, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing possible power steering gear (rack and pinion steering rack, or steering rack) leak issues, it may appear the steering rack is leaking when…
- 10192217Jul 23, 2013If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and…
- 10192216Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
- 10043772Mar 22, 2012Nissan: power steering hose service part change. The hose now comes without the pressure sensor. Do not damage pressure sensor upon removal. If only pressure sensor needs…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 2 | 10% |
| 2014 | 2 | 15% |
| 2011 | 4 | 10% |
| 2010 | 2 | 4% |
| 2009 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 3 | 3% |
| 2006 | 2 | 1% |
| 2005 | 5 | 1% |
| 2004 | 13 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2005 Nissan Armada
220 complaintsFuel system
77 complaintsAir bags
34 complaintsEngine cooling
28 complaintsElectrical system
24 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsElectronic stability control
7 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Nissan Armada
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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