2017 Nissan ArmadaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 81 owner complaints for the 2017 Nissan Armada. Most complaints involve electrical system (33) and power train (17). The EPA rates it 15–16 mpg combined.
Safety recalls
Owner complaints by component
- Electrical system33
- Power train17
- Engine16
- Service brakes13
- Air bags12
- Back over prevention7
- Forward collision avoidance4
- Exterior lighting4
- Seats3
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Armada model year we’ve synced.
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| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 373 |
| 2006 | 266 |
| 2007 | 86 |
| 2008 | 161 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 48 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2017 | 81 |
| 2018 | 76 |
| 2019 | 80 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 22 |
| 2026 | 9 |
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 4
- Deaths reported
- 0
What owners report most
Electrical system
“I’ve had my 2017 armada since 2018 and have had issues from the beginning. My GPS antenna has never worked and I assumed it was just a settings issue but after many attempts at resetting them and even purchasing the updated maps CD from the Nissan website it never fixed the issue. When I am driving you can feel the car jerk and slip. We have replaced the battery maybe 3 times in the last year. When I try to start my car it will turn on all the dash lights, shake, then shut off and sometimes if I wait it starts back up and other times it doesn’t. My car is running lean as well. I have kept up with the maintenance of my car and about 6 months ago I paid $3,000 to do repairs on it not related to these issues. These are all TSBs, but for some reason no recalls have been done. My car has become very unreliable.”
Power train
“The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving at low rates of speed, the vehicle came to an abrupt stop with the check engine and ABS warning lights illuminated. The contact was forced to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 30 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the contact was initially informed that the output speed sensor was defective; however, later the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The vehicle was not yet repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.”
Engine
“I’ve had to replace the battery three times in three years that I’ve owned the vehicle I purchased it used. The transmission jerks like it’s slipping. It has done this ever since I purchased it no recalls on transmission. The side door airbag sensor is defective. The airbag light flashes on the dashboard took it to the new Nissan dealership was gonna cost five to $7000 for the sensor so that airbag will not deploy in the driver side door. I had a 2010 Nissan Armada airbag sensor went out and the steering wheel and it was outrageous to replace that airbag sensor no recalls I will never buy a Nissan Armada again.. I have had all maintenance and upkeep completed at the dealership on my vehicle. Why is there not a transmission recall an airbag recalls on these vehicles?”
Engines, transmissions & drive
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 5.6L 8-cyl
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S7)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
EPA fuel economy by version
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armada 2WD Auto (S7), 8 cyl, 5.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | $3,900 | 555 |
| Armada 4WD Auto (S7), 8 cyl, 5.6 L · 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,150 | 588 |
- 16mpg comb.
- 15mpg comb.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Maintenance basics
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
2017 Armada questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan Armada have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.
What are the most common 2017 Nissan Armada problems?
Owners filed 81 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (33), power train (17), engine (16). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2017 Nissan Armada get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Nissan Armada at 15–16 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).