2005 Nissan Armada Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 2%of 373 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,330miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the suspension of the 2005 Nissan Armada, 2% of the 373 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,330 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.
“On the listed date above our family was on en route to our vacation destination, traveling in our Armada with camper in tow. While going thru the mountains in virginia we had lost all power to our transmission causing us to pull over onto the shoulder of the expressway. After some time we where finally able to get towed to a dealership in covington. As soon as the service manager looked at the vehicle he new exactly what had happened. …”
NHTSA complaint #10476381, filed 2012-09, 60,659 miles“I was on the highway and the brake light came on. When I was exiting the ramp I heard a loud noise and the brakes were grinding. I had to swerve out of the lane to the shoulder because I had lil to no brake power. This is not the 1st time this incident has happened to me. I don't know what the issue is but Nissan needs to resolve it fast because the next person may not be so lucky. My truck is currently at the dealership now do to the brake issue and of course they are unable to detect the problem. I am replacing the brakes and rotors and hopefully that will help elevate the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10609064, filed 2014-07, 113,346 miles“Bought this 2005 Nissan Armada new in 2005. Since the day I bought it the drivers door has been very noisy and opens slightly when at highway speeds and hit a bump. Dealer says they cannot duplicate he issue and it is normal. Also have had the truck in 5 or more times because front end shimmy makes steering wheel shake at highway speeds. They have balanced the truck everytime and still has not helped. Only 25,000 mile on the truck and all these problems. They need to replace the drivers door and find the issue in the front end making the steering wheel shake. Not happy!”
NHTSA complaint #10181186, filed 2007-01, 10,500 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the front lower control suspension failed. The vehicle crashed into a parked car and the contact sustained injuries to her arm and the left side of her neck. The contact was hospitalized two days after the crash. The contact received a recall notice 5 days prior to the crash (NHTSA campaign id number: 10e019000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm) the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10365847, filed 2010-11, 80,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10109211Mar 7, 2017BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When working on the front suspension, use the updated service information in this bulletin along with the Electronic…
- 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…
- 10192145Mar 19, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock…
- 10032791Aug 16, 2012Nissan: clicking noise from rear axles during take-off/acceleration. *pe updated 11/02/11. *pe updated 9/10/12.
- 10034904Oct 6, 2010Nissan: front suspension noise. A noise (clunking, squeaking, popping) can be heard when performing at least one of the following actions: turning the steering wheel left or…
- 10032628Apr 8, 2010Nissan: the propeller shaft u joint (journal/journal bearings) is the source of noise and/or vibration on an applied vehicle. Diagnose by evaluating the u joint with the…
- 10017472Jul 11, 2007Cam bolts for front wheel alignment. *tt updated 09-12-07.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 5% |
| 2020 | 1 | 4% |
| 2019 | 7 | 9% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 2 | 10% |
| 2014 | 1 | 8% |
| 2013 | 1 | 6% |
| 2012 | 1 | 6% |
| 2011 | 5 | 13% |
| 2010 | 2 | 4% |
| 2009 | 4 | 17% |
| 2008 | 11 | 7% |
| 2007 | 5 | 6% |
| 2006 | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 | 7 | 2% |
| 2004 | 27 | 6% |
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 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsEquipment
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Nissan Armada
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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