2010 Nissan Armada Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 6%of 48 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 31,522miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2010 Nissan Armada, 6% of the 48 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 31,522 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.
“Purchased a 2010 Nissan Armada and the suspension seems to have just gone out when a code reader is connected to the obd2 censor it throw the code even though it was just replaced but the car lot orlando cars & trucks from eustis . I saw on most 2010 Nissan armadas they fail . Also my sons seat in the back passenger side doesn?t stay clipped down . This is something huge for me . His safety is very important to me . Most days my car sounds like a jet is going to take off and I'm not sure if it is a hub assembly . …”
NHTSA complaint #11327680, filed 2020-06, 45 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked the vehicle was on and the transmission shifted out of gear independently. The vehicle then crashed into another parked vehicle while the gear shift lever was stuck in the park position. When the passenger exit the front passenger's side they were struck by the front door as the vehicle rolled. The passenger sustained injuries to the shoulder and left knee. The rear driver's side bumper exhibited two scratches and a small dent. A police report was filed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10525545, filed 2013-07, 63,000 miles“Letter from senator schumer on behalf of constituent re 2010 Nissan Armada se active recall. The consumer stated when he/she put the vehicle in reverse, the transmission changed hard, then the vdc off, brake, and slip lights illuminated. When the consumer put the vehicle in drive, and accelerated, the vehicle took off with more torque than it normally did. Upon trying to stop, the brakes went spongy, and came to a smooth stop, with the brake pedal all the way to the floor.”
NHTSA complaint #10897772, filed 2016-08Related service bulletins
- 10203832Oct 6, 2021VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2010 â 2012 ARMADA; REAR AXLE CLICK Service Campaign ID # PC142 is no longer active. ï· Repair orders opened after this bulletinâs published date…
- 10199142Jun 2, 2021VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2010 4WD NISSAN ARMADA, FRONTIER, PATHFINDER, TITAN, XTERRA; FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT Service Campaign ID # PC036 is no longer active. ï· Repair orders…
- 10192821May 10, 2016SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control valves (valve bodies) now come with blank Transmission…
- 10192615Aug 6, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION The information in this bulletin is provided to help ensure correct diagnosis and repair of fluid leaks. All fluid leaks, when properly diagnosed, should be…
- 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…
- 10192474Nov 20, 2014SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer describes lack of power or poor acceleration, perform the following checks before attempting any repair: * Check for stored DTCs. * Check if the…
- 10192229Aug 12, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION When replacing the left side transmission to radiator cooler hose shown in Figure 1 for any reason, use the superseded part listed in the Parts Information…
- 10053417Aug 12, 2013Nissan: on some vehicles, when replacing left side transmission to radiator cooler hose, for any reason, use superseded part. Model 2010-2013 titan, armada.
- 10032791Aug 16, 2012Nissan: clicking noise from rear axles during take-off/acceleration. *pe updated 11/02/11. *pe updated 9/10/12.
- 10043950Apr 10, 2012Nissan: ecm replacement procedures with consult iii plus. Applies to all 2004 and later (does not apply to leaf/ev) vehicles.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 33% |
| 2025 | 2 | 10% |
| 2023 | 2 | 40% |
| 2021 | 2 | 15% |
| 2019 | 4 | 5% |
| 2018 | 7 | 9% |
| 2017 | 17 | 21% |
| 2014 | 2 | 15% |
| 2013 | 2 | 12% |
| 2012 | 1 | 6% |
| 2011 | 2 | 5% |
| 2010 | 3 | 6% |
| 2009 | 3 | 13% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 | 9 | 3% |
| 2005 | 16 | 4% |
| 2004 | 19 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2010 Nissan Armada
10 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology