Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2019 Nissan ArmadaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 80 owner complaints for the 2019 Nissan Armada. Most complaints involve electrical system (42) and service brakes (13). The EPA rates it 15–16 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
15–16mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Sep 2019
Owner complaints
80
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,900est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Back over prevention: camera

Free remedy

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Back over preventionReported Sep 12, 2019NHTSA 19V654000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

80 complaints filed with NHTSA · Sep 2019 – Nov 2026
  1. Electrical system42
  2. Service brakes13
  3. Engine11
  4. Suspension7
  5. Forward collision avoidance7
  6. Back over prevention5
  7. Power train4
  8. Air bags2
  9. Vehicle speed control2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Armada model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2005373
2006266
200786
2008161
200923
201048
201140
201217
201317
201413
201521
201781
201876
201980
202010
202113
202210
20235
20244
202522
20269
Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

42 reports
“Every few months the battery in the car will die, requiring that the battery needs to be jumped to start the car. This can happen suddenly, sometime after multiple short trips. The dealership has nopt been able to identify the issue. We replaced the battery at the dealership two years ago, and this issue has happened at least 8 to 10 times within the last 2 years.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 2, 2026Electrical systemODI 11768545

Service brakes

13 reports1 crash
“My 2019 Nissan suddenly lost braking ability while driving. The brake pedal went all the way to the floor, and the front passenger-side wheel was covered in brake fluid. A mechanic found a cut in the brake hose, which likely caused the fluid leak and brake failure. Cause: UNKNOWN. It may have been mechanical failure, wear, or external damage. Further investigation is needed to determine the exact cause.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 28, 2026Service brakesODI 11767399

Engine

11 reports
“The engine oil filtration system failed due to prior service negligence. Specifically, the spin-on engine oil filter was mechanically cracked, crushed, and structurally compromised by technicians during a forced removal attempt on August 1, 2026. The damaged component was deceptively left on the vehicle, leading to catastrophic oil pressure loss, pressurized engine oil spraying onto hot exhaust components, and a subsequent ignition/fire event on September 25, 2026. Yes, the failed oil filter has been completely preserved and is safely available for physical inspection upon request. The structural damage and system failure were physically identified and confirmed via a detailed post-incident inspection on September 25, 2026, which revealed that less than two quarts of oil remained in the engine and documented extensive oil coverage under the chassis. A formal independent mechanic inspection checklist is currently being initiated at a licensed facility to explicitly document and confirm the extent of the subsequent engine starvation and thermal damage. The vehicle and the compromised component have been thoroughly inspected and documented photographically…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 29, 2026Electrical system, Structure, EngineODI 11767622
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 11, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
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.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Armada 2WD
Auto (S7), 8 cyl, 5.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
141916$3,900556
Armada 4WD
Auto (S7), 8 cyl, 5.6 L · 4-Wheel Drive
131815$4,150585
  • Armada 2WD
    Auto (S7), 8 cyl, 5.6 L
    14 city · 19 hwy · $3,900/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Armada 4WD
    Auto (S7), 8 cyl, 5.6 L
    13 city · 18 hwy · $4,150/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 11, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Nissan Armada SUV RWD
Frontal crash
3 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
23.7%
Overall
4 / 5
Nissan Armada SUV AWD
Frontal crash
3 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
21.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 11, 2026Vehicle 13465Vehicle 13464
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat 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
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2019 Armada questions

How many recalls does the 2019 Nissan Armada have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 11, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2019 Nissan Armada problems?

Owners filed 80 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (42), service brakes (13), engine (11). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2019 Nissan Armada get?

The EPA rates the 2019 Nissan Armada at 15–16 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2019 Nissan Armada?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2019 Nissan Armada 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 11, 2026