2011 Nissan Armada Problems
Compared with other Nissan Armada years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
18/100 0.5× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.5× that of a typical Nissan Armada year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 4 of its 40 complaints were filed by the end of 2013.
- Most reported part: Engine (9 complaints, median 66,000 mi).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 40filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 54,000miles, 27 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 15 mpgcombined, 5.6L 8-cyl RWD · 13 city / 19 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2011 Nissan Armada (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 40 consumer complaints for the 2011 Nissan Armada. The part named most often is engine, with 9 complaints (23% of the total), followed by brakes (7) and electrical system (6). 27 of the complaints include a mileage, and 44% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 54,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 108 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 8 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 6 Nissan Armada model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 18 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
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.
- Engine9 23%
- Brakes7 18%
- Electrical system6 15%
- Suspension5 13%
- Air bags4 10%
- Steering4 10%
- Wheels4 10%
- Other or unknown3 7.5%
- Seats3 7.5%
Also reported: Body and structure (2), Tires (2), Transmission and drivetrain (2), Electronic stability control (1), Engine cooling (1), Exterior lighting (1), Fuel system (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “The car totally shut down multiple times without warning while I was driving. The first time that I took it to the dealer it saw thought the problem was a faulty sensor in the transmission. The sensor was replaced. 4 days later the same thing happened again. The second time that this happened the dealer replaced the whole computer. I no longer have the SUV.”
NHTSA complaint #10568060, filed 2014-03, 20,000 milesBrakes: “While driving at 45-50 miles per hour, skid and brake lights came on. Immediatly all tires looked and the vehicle skid of the road. I was unable to brake or stop the vehicle, it slid and over turned until it came to a stop on it's own. Before this my heat(A/C unit) went out on it's own as well as the wipers.”
NHTSA complaint #10787798, filed 2015-11, 56,000 milesElectrical system: “My Nissan Armada caught fire. My front driver seat got very hot to the point of burning. Pulled over to get an application for my child's daycare. Pulled my son or to go with me and left my daughter in the car watching a movie while I went in by the time I reached the door I hear my kids yelling. I turned and looked the car was filed with smoke. Thank god for good hearted people that help me get the kid's out the car. I'm contacting a lawyer about this.”
NHTSA complaint #11071679, filed 2018-02, 84,000 milesSuspension: “While driving at 50mph or higher, normal highway speed, it feels the car is kindly floating on the road and does not has a firm contact with the surface, on a perfectly sunny dry day. The feeling is like having tail spin a little. I've been having this experience ever since it was new, and in addition, the alignment is off from new, 1000-2000 mile new, and I always have to pull to the left to compensate. I went to dealer and reported this around 10k/15k miles, and they recommended alignment, and we did. However, problem persist. Just yesterday, the rear axle just gave up and broke. …”
NHTSA complaint #10503092, filed 2013-03, 2,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
44% of the 27 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 38,901 and 84,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2011 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.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armada · SUV 4WD | not rated | — | — | — | 3 · 21.9% risk |
| Armada · SUV RWD | not rated | — | — | — | 3 · 21.2% risk |
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2011 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).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armada 2WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Armada 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 12 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Armada 2WD FFV | 5.6L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 5-speed automatic | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Armada 4WD FFV | 5.6L 8-cyl · flex-fuel | 5-speed automatic | 12 | 18 | 14 | $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
- 23V067000Feb 10, 2023Air bags › FrontalCovers: Nissan Armada 2008–2011, Pathfinder 2008–2011, Xterra 2008–2011 +3 more
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.
Recall details for the 2011 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. 108 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11031705Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11031704Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11007000Sep 4, 2024Air bags. VOLUNTARY SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN 2004-2012 ARMADA, TITAN, AND 2004-2009 QUEST; DRIVER AIR BAG COVER CAMPAIGN ID #: PC944, PC946, PC947, PC949 APPLIED VEHICLES: 2004-2012 Armada (TA60) 2004-2009…
- 11004962May 21, 2024Electrical system. VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004961May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004960May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001201Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001194Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001191Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023Steering. DIAGNOSIS 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 this bulletin.
Other model years of the Nissan Armada
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 | 3,500 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 21 | 14,548 | 2 | — | 18 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 5 | — | 1 | 4 | 16 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 9 | 60,000 | 1 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 13 | 34,000 | 2 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 27 | 58,500 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 41 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 79 | 22,000 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 78 · More | Stable |
| 2018 | 76 | 48,200 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 50 · Typical | Rising |
| 2017 | 81 | 42,000 | 0 | — | 16 | 48 · Typical | Stable |
| 2015 | 21 | 50,000 | 3 | — | 15 | — | Rising |
| 2014 | 13 | 66,500 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 17 | 36,000 | 2 | — | 15 | — | Rising |
| 2012 | 17 | 48,500 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Rising |
| 2011 | 40 | 54,000 | 1 | — | 15 | 18 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2010 | 48 | 64,000 | 4 | — | 15 | 57 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 23 | 80,000 | 3 | — | 14 | — | Falling |
| 2008 | 161 | 79,000 | 6 | — | 14 | 84 · More | Falling |
| 2007 | 86 | 75,000 | 2 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 266 | 83,500 | 3 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 373 | 80,000 | 3 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 464 | 67,000 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Nissan Armada model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2011 Nissan Armada have?
NHTSA recorded 40 consumer complaints for the 2011 Nissan Armada as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2011 Nissan Armada is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 9 complaints (23% of the total), followed by brakes with 7.
Has the 2011 Nissan Armada been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2011 Nissan Armada get?
The EPA rates the 2011 Nissan Armada (Armada 2WD, 5.6L 8-cyl) at 15 mpg combined, 13 city and 19 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,450 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2011 Nissan Armada reported?
Among the 27 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 54,000 miles and the middle half falls between 38,901 and 84,000 miles; 44% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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.