NHTSA has 48 owner complaints on file for the 2010 Nissan Armada[1]. The same model year also has 4 recalls[2].
Most reported problems
Owners filed complaints across several parts of the SUV, and these are the groups, biggest first.
- Unknown or other. 10 complaints name this group[4]. It is a catch-all, so the reports do not point to one part.
- Brakes. 7 complaints[5]. In the stories we read, owners describe brakes that grabbed and ground without warning, worn brake lines found at the dealer, and a hot rear caliper that sent up smoke.
- Electrical system. 6 complaints[6]. Owners describe a low fuel light that comes on far too early, the engine cutting out while moving, a tailgate that locks and will not open again, and dash controls that quit one by one.
- Air bags. 6 complaints[7]. Owners describe a warning light that stays on or blinks after service, worry that the bags might not work, and side bags that went off after a pothole.
- Engine. 6 complaints[8]. In the stories we read, owners describe overheating after a radiator lost its coolant, cracked exhaust parts, fumes in the cabin, and odd noises with slow response from the pedal.
- Structure. 5 complaints[9].
- Fuel and propulsion system. 4 complaints[10].
- Power train. 3 complaints[11].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2010 Armada is necessarily included.
- Air Bags › Frontal (23V067), February 2023. About 404,690 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury, an air bag that may not work as intended.[12]
- Seats (10V371), August 2010. About 174 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
- Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm (10V208), May 2010. About 41,649 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[14]
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals And Linkages (10V072), March 2010. About 179,383 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[15]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| Armada 2WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[16] | 12 / 18 / 14 | $4,800 |
| Armada 2WD FFV, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive[3] | 12 / 18 / 15 | $4,450 |
| Armada 4WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive[17] | 12 / 18 / 14 | $4,800 |
| Armada 4WD FFV, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive[18] | 12 / 18 / 14 | $4,800 |
Safety ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR RWD/4WD[19] | n/a | n/a | n/a | 3 | 21.9% |
How 2010 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 373 | 3 |
| 2006 | 266 | 3 |
| 2007 | 86 | 2 |
| 2008 | 161 | 6 |
| 2009 | 23 | 3 |
| 2010 | 48 | 4 |
| 2011 | 40 | 1 |
| 2012 | 17 | 1 |
| 2013 | 17 | 2 |
| 2014 | 12 | 1 |
| 2015 | 21 | 3 |
| 2017 | 81 | 0 |
| 2018 | 75 | 1 |
| 2019 | 79 | 1 |
| 2020 | 27 | 2 |
| 2021 | 13 | 2 |
| 2022 | 9 | 1 |
| 2023 | 5 | 1 |
| 2024 | 4 | 1 |
| 2025 | 21 | 2 |
| 2026 | 9 | 2 |
NHTSA's counts for the Armada show 48 complaints and 4 recalls for 2010[2]. Among the 21 model years listed, 13 have fewer complaints than 2010 and 7 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2024 (4) and the most are for 2005 (373)[2]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2010 Armada?
The complaint record for this model year is spread over many parts instead of landing on one weak spot[1]. Brakes, electrical and air bag reports are the groups owners wrote about most after the catch-all group[4][5][6][7]. Engine reports sit at the same level as electrical and air bags[8]. The model year also has recalls on file[2]. These are unverified owner reports, so treat them as a guide for what to check before you buy, not as a verdict on every vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Armada?
- Of the 48 complaints on file[1], the largest named group is unknown or other with 10[4], followed by brakes with 7[5]. Electrical, air bag and engine complaints follow[6][7][8].
- Does the 2010 Nissan Armada have any recalls?
- Yes. The by-year data shows 4 recalls for this model year[2]. The Recalls section on this page lists them.
- How many complaints has the 2010 Nissan Armada had?
- NHTSA has 48 owner complaints on file[1]. They are unverified reports, and one complaint can name more than one part.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2010 Nissan Armada?
- See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures and yearly fuel cost.
- Is the 2010 Nissan Armada a good year to buy?
- The by-year comparison section on this page shows how this year stacks up against its neighbors. The complaint record here covers brakes, electrical, air bags and engine reports[1].
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 48 owner complaints on file for the 2010 Nissan Armada (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Armada model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Armada 2WD FFV, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive: 12 city / 18 highway / 15 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,450. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 10 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 100,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 7 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 44,800). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the air bags component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 108,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 5 complaints name the structure component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 44,100). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 23V067, filed February 10, 2023: Air Bags › Frontal. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 10V371, filed August 9, 2010: Seats. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 10V208, filed May 14, 2010: Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 10V072, filed March 2, 2010: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals And Linkages. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Armada 2WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 12 city / 18 highway / 14 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Armada 4WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 12 city / 18 highway / 14 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Armada 4WD FFV, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive: 12 city / 18 highway / 14 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR RWD/4WD: rollover 3 stars; rollover risk 21.9%. NHTSA vehicle records