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2012 Nissan Armada recalls & problems

The 2012 Nissan Armada has 1 safety recall and 17 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is structure (4 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints17filed by owners
Crashes · fires0 · 1reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths1 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

EquipmentApr 4, 2012

Other › Labels

Recall 12V14300026,626 vehicles

Problem
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 TITAN AND ARMADA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 12, 2011, THROUGH MARCH 13, 2012. THE PART 567 CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THE VEHICLES DO NOT CONTAIN RIM SIZE INFORMATION. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, “TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.”
Risk
THE OMISSION OF THE RIM SIZE MAY LEAD TO AN INCORRECT TIRE/WHEEL COMBINATION WHICH MAY INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF A CRASH.
Fix
NISSAN WILL SUPPLY OWNERS WITH A NEW LABEL AND INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW INSTALL THE LABEL OR THE OWNER WILL HAVE THE OPTION OF TAKING THEIR VEHICLE TO A NISSAN DEALER TO HAVE THE NEW LABEL INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 28, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-615-725-1000.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2012 Nissan Armada SUV 4WD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk21.9%

2012 Nissan Armada SUV RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk21.2%

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Armada 2WD

15mpg combined
City / highway13 / 19 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5.6 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,450/year to fuel

Armada 2WD FFV

15mpg combined
City / highway13 / 19 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5.6 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,450/year to fuel

Armada 4WD

14mpg combined
City / highway12 / 18 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5.6 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $4,800/year to fuel

Armada 4WD FFV

14mpg combined
City / highway12 / 18 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

5.6 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $4,800/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
StructureBody › Hatchback/liftgate; Body400164,500 mi
Service brakes400068,000 mi
Electrical system301037,000 mi
Fuel system, gasolineStorage › Evaporative emissions › Hoses/valves/sensors3000—
Unknown or other2000—
Air bags2000—
Equipment adaptive/mobility1000—
VisibilitySun/moon roof assembly1000—
Fuel/propulsion system1000—
Power train1000—
Electronic stability control (esc)1000—
Suspension1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.