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Nissan ArmadaModel year report

2007 Nissan Armada Problems

Complaints
86filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
75,000miles, 65 complaints with mileage
Recalls
2campaigns on record
Trend
FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
—overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy
14 mpgcombined, 5.6L 8-cyl RWD · 12 city / 17 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2007 Nissan Armada (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error

What owners report

Owners of this model year most often write about the brakes, describing intermittent episodes of a warning light, a grinding noise and a brake pedal that goes to the floor, with full braking returning only after the vehicle is shut off and restarted. A second recurring theme is the fuel gauge reading about a quarter tank when the tank is empty, which has left owners stopped on the road. Other reports cover airbag warning lights, a front-end shake at highway speed, and occasional engine and cooling problems.

  1. Brakes

    Brake warning light with grinding and loss of braking

    • 42 complaints (49%)
    • median 80,100 mi at 6.8 yrs old (35 state mileage)
    • filed 2007–2024

    Owners describe the brake warning light illuminating while driving, followed by a grinding or crunching noise and a pedal that sinks toward the floor with reduced stopping power. The condition often clears after the ignition is switched off and back on, which owners say resets the system. Several owners report a dealer diagnosis of a failed brake booster and a related sensor, and some describe the dealer being unable to reproduce the problem at first. Reported across a wide mileage range in the sample, from roughly 30,000 to about 130,000 miles, at both city-street and highway speeds.

    1 related service bulletin

    What to check: Ask for any repair history involving the brake booster or the brake sensor, and have a mechanic scan for stored ABS or brake module codes. A test drive should include several stops from moderate speed to see whether the pedal stays firm.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “Over the course of owning this car the emergency brake will come on while I am driving. This causes the brakes to not work correctly and is very dangerous. I will be driving and the incident will occur without warning. I have contacted Nissan several times but they have been unable to correct the problem. I do not feel safe driving this vehicle.”

    NHTSA complaint #10593138, filed 2014-05, 123,000 miles

    “I was going down the road and the brake light came on the vehicle. I came up to a red light was mashing the brakes to stop the car was making a funny noise it was not wanting to stop. I finally got stop pull into the gas station turn the car off and started the car back up and the light was off. This is the third time it has happen to me.”

    NHTSA complaint #10607400, filed 2014-07, 128,000 miles
  2. Fuel system

    Fuel gauge reads about a quarter tank when empty

    • 7 complaints (8%)
    • median 60,000 mi at 3.5 yrs old (5 state mileage, few)
    • filed 2010–2013

    Complaints describe the fuel gauge showing roughly a quarter tank while the tank is actually empty, and the vehicle stalling or losing power as a result. Some owners say the gauge was replaced more than once and still acted up, and at least one reports the fix following a prior recall did not resolve the problem on their vehicle. In the sample, symptoms appeared from around 30,000 miles upward. Mostly reported between about 30,000 and 105,000 miles, often noticed during highway driving or when the gauge had been left to run low.

    Recall 10V0740002 related service bulletins

    What to check: Ask whether the fuel gauge recall service has been performed and whether the sending unit was replaced. Before buying, fill the tank and note whether the gauge reads full and drops smoothly.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I was driving when my vehicle shut down and I lost power steering. Although my gas gauge said 1/4 tank, the end result was that I ran out of gas. I contacted Nissan and they told me that the vehicle was taken in for a previous recall to fix this problem. Obviously it didn't work, and the next time it happens one of my kids could be driving, or it could result in a serious accident. What can I even do to repair it, if the first repair didn't work?”

    NHTSA complaint #10521346, filed 2013-06, 105,000 miles

    “I have a 2007 Nissan Armada which is currently on a recall on the fuel gauge. I have been having this problem for the past 2 years and have the dealer replace my fuel gauge twice within the last 2 years. Just recently, my Armada fuel gauge start acting up and the fuel level does not read properly. My question is, how will I be able to trust Nissan with the recall since they have replaced my gauge twice already? Luckily they are fall within my warranty or else I have to pay big buck for replacement. …”

    NHTSA complaint #10317915, filed 2010-03, 30,780 miles
  3. Suspension

    Front-end shake or shimmy at highway speed

    Mentioned in 5 of 60 sampled complaints

    Complaints describe the front of the vehicle shaking or the whole body swaying at roughly 40 to 70 mph, sometimes triggered by a bump or pothole. Owners report alignments, strut replacement and stabilizer bar work, and in some cases the shake returned afterward. One owner describes the rear of the vehicle feeling unstable at highway speed. Reported from as low as a few thousand miles up to about 165,000 miles, most often described at highway speeds.

    1 related service bulletin

    What to check: Drive the vehicle at highway speed on a straight road and note any vibration or wander. Ask whether the front-end and ball joint inspection described in service information has been performed, and check tire wear patterns.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “My 2007 Nissan Armada with only 32,000 miles on it shakes violently when I hit a pothole between 40 to 60 MPH. After slowing down to under 40 MPH, it stops the shimmy and shake. This sounds like the death wobble that has plagued jeep in the past. The tires and suspension are factory stock with no modifications or aftermarket items.”

    NHTSA complaint #10332028, filed 2010-05, 32,000 miles

    “The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Armada. While driving at various speeds the vehicle would become unstable and sway from side to side. The vehicle was taken the an independent mechanic, who replaced the rear and front struts, the rotors, and the tires. In addition, the vehicle received an all wheel alignment; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 165,000.”

    NHTSA complaint #10704603, filed 2015-04, 165,000 miles
  4. Engine

    Engine stalls, rough running or sludge reported

    • 5 complaints (6%)
    • median 120,000 mi at 7.5 yrs old (5 state mileage, few)
    • filed 2008–2023

    Owners report loss of motive power or stalling while driving, sometimes requiring a tow, and in other cases a check engine light with a dealer finding of engine sludge requiring replacement. One complaint describes exhaust fumes entering the cabin after a cracked exhaust manifold. Reported between about 110,000 and 200,000 miles in the sample, with one incident described at low mileage at purchase.

    What to check: Check maintenance records for oil change intervals and look for signs of oil seepage around the valve covers and exhaust manifold. A pre-purchase scan for stored codes and a cold-start check are worthwhile.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I have purchased a 2007 Nissan Armada in may of 2007. From the beginning of my purchase I have had problems with the stick shift. When the vehicle is in park and I want to turn into reverse. It gets stuck and it seems that it forces the transmission. The very next day of purchase l return the vehicle to the place of purchase. The lack of attention to my needs and I have been ignored. …”

    NHTSA complaint #10232393, filed 2008-06, 2,000 miles

    “This is a concern. As a senior maintenance manger for the us army, recently retired, and a vast knowledge of mechanical, and safety training, I came across an issue that could be potentially fatal. The valve or rocker covers on the Armada slant down, away and back from the engine. The bottom back corner of the valve cover sits perfectly over the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter (drivers side). …”

    NHTSA complaint #10572719, filed 2014-03, 200,000 miles

Buying note. This model year's complaints concentrate heavily on the brake system, so a thorough brake inspection and a scan for stored brake codes are the most valuable steps before purchase. Asking for service records covering brake, fuel gauge and airbag work gives a clearer picture than mileage alone.

Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.

NHTSA recorded 86 consumer complaints for the 2007 Nissan Armada. 65 of the complaints include a mileage, and 28% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 75,000 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 87 technical service bulletins for this model year.

Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Seat belts (2), Tires (2), Transmission and drivetrain (2), Electronic stability control (1), Equipment (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1), Wheels (1).

Example complaints

Brakes: “While driving during rush hour, brake light came on and pressing on brakes heard creaking and grinding noise, brakes went to floor and barely stopped before hitting car in front of me. After stopping in parking lot and turning car off, apparently resetting sensor, brakes worked ok. Auto tech checked it out and gave me code c1179.”

NHTSA complaint #10638589, filed 2014-09, 120,000 miles

Fuel system: “2007 Nissan Armada. Consumer states vehicle broke down due to a factory defect faulty fuel gauge the consumer stated ever since the vehicle broke down, it intermittently emits a tremendous amount of black smoke after starting it. When the consumer returned to pick up the vehicle for a third time, he was informed the engine was damaged to lack of oil changes. The consumer stated he has proof the oil was changed on a regular basis. Also, the tire pressure monitoring light illuminated, but no leaks were found and the battery had to be replaced.”

NHTSA complaint #10366293, filed 2010-11, 17,858 miles

Air bags: “Several weeks ago the airbag warning light on the dashboard began flashing and has continued to do so to this day. I am filing this report to confirm others who have reported the same experience.”

NHTSA complaint #11004238, filed 2017-07, 160,000 miles

Electrical system: “My 07 Nissan Armada is keeping me locked out of the back. The problem appears to be in the door lock actuator for the rear lift gate. This vehicle is only equipped with keyless entry system (you cannot unlock/open the rear gate with the key because there is no key hole). The problem manifested slowly, over time missing only occasionally on the unlock/engage handle for the rear door. Now it does not unlock at all. It appears that almost all armadas are having this system failure. …”

NHTSA complaint #10395420, filed 2011-04, 72,000 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

28% of the 65 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 39,000 and 111,000 miles.

8%0–103%10–2517%25–5022%50–7515%75–10026%100–1509%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (65 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 75,000 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

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Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2007 Nissan Armada. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

VersionOverallFrontalSideSide poleRollover
Armada · sedan RWD/AWDnot rated4 / 5——3 · 21.9% risk

Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2007 Nissan Armada version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Armada 2WD5.6L 8-cyl5-speed automatic121714$4,800
Armada 4WD5.6L 8-cyl5-speed automatic121714$4,800
Armada 2WD5.6L 8-cyl · flex-fuel5-speed automatic121814$4,800
Armada 4WD5.6L 8-cyl · flex-fuel5-speed automatic121714$4,800

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2007 Nissan Armada → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 87 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 87 bulletins →

Other model years of the Nissan Armada

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
202693,5002—18—Too new
20252114,5482—18—Too new
20235—1416—Too new
2022960,0001—16—Not enough data
20211334,0002—16—Not enough data
20202758,500241641 · TypicalRising
20197922,000141678 · MoreStable
20187648,200141650 · TypicalRising
20178142,0000—1648 · TypicalStable
20152150,0003—15—Rising
20141366,5001—15—Not enough data
20131736,0002—15—Rising
20121748,5001—15—Rising
20114054,0001—1518 · FewerStable
20104864,0004—1557 · TypicalFalling
20092380,0003—14—Falling
200816179,0006—1484 · MoreFalling
20078675,0002—14Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200626683,5003—14Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200537380,0003—14Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200446467,0001——Not compared (before 2008)Falling

All Nissan Armada model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Nissan Armada?

Owners of this model year most often write about the brakes, describing intermittent episodes of a warning light, a grinding noise and a brake pedal that goes to the floor, with full braking returning only after the vehicle is shut off and restarted. The issues reported most often: Brake warning light with grinding and loss of braking; Fuel gauge reads about a quarter tank when empty; Front-end shake or shimmy at highway speed.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007 Nissan Armada have?

NHTSA recorded 86 consumer complaints for the 2007 Nissan Armada as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2007 Nissan Armada is reported most often?

Brakes is named most often, in 46 complaints (53% of the total), followed by fuel system with 11.

Has the 2007 Nissan Armada been recalled?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Nissan Armada get?

The EPA rates the 2007 Nissan Armada (Armada 2WD, 5.6L 8-cyl) at 14 mpg combined, 12 city and 17 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2007 Nissan Armada reported?

Among the 65 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 75,000 miles and the middle half falls between 39,000 and 111,000 miles; 28% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.