KnownCarProblems2010 Nissan Armada Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 48 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Nissan Armada, most often about the other or unspecified (21% of complaints, typically around 100,000 miles). It is 9th of 23 Armada model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2010 Nissan Armada problems
Other or unspecified
10 complaints · 21%Half of these problems showed up before 100,000 miles.
Extremely loud knocking when HVAC door opens and closes to accommodate the interior temperature changes. While moving or while parked. Whenever the engine is running.
Rear console fell while driving, on freeway. Completely fell from ceiling only being attached by wiring. Very dangerous, just fortunate that no one was in the rear seats second and third row.
Brakes
7 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 45,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Armada. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact noticed smoke emitting from the rear of the vehicle. Immediately the vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the contact detected the smoke originated from the rear driver's side brake caliper. The vehicle was towed to…
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Armada. The contact was driving 5 MPH and making a turn while exiting a residential drive way. The vehicle then exhibited a popping noise from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that both front brake lines needed to be replaced. The…
Fuel system
6 complaints · 13%The vehicle dynamic control (vdc; aka stability control system), ABS, brake, and 4x4 lights intermittently illuminate. At times, this is accompanied by failure of the speedometer. When illuminated, the vdc is switched off for certain, the 4x4 will not engage, and most likely the ABS will not function properly. A…
Electrical
6 complaints · 13%Air bags
6 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: side/window.
Side airbags deployed after hitting large pothole. I was taking my daughter and her friend home from a dance class and fortunately nobody was injured. There is no this airbags should have deployed.
Engine
6 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 108,500 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving, the contact could hear a loud sound coming from the rear of the vehicle when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic whom diagnosed the failure as the exhaust manifold needing replacement. The dealer…
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, he heard abnormal startling and ticking sounds coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle would delay responding while depressing the accelerator pedal. The…
Body and structure
5 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 44,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan amarda. The contact attempted to access the rear liftgate; however, it failed to open due to the faulty rear door lock actuator. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 44,100.
I attempted to access the rear liftgate however, it failed to open after pushing unlock on the fob as well as unlocking manually on the interior door. Also attempted opening the glass hatch and that too does not unlock. Searching online shows this is a very common problem dating as far back as 2004. Club Armada forum…
Transmission
3 complaints · 6%The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked the vehicle was on and the transmission shifted out of gear independently. The vehicle then crashed into another parked vehicle while the gear shift lever was stuck in the park position. When the passenger exit the front passenger's…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 Nissan Armada recalls
Air bags: frontal
Risk: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driverâs airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed december 8, 2023. Owners may contact nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are pc944, pc945, and pc946.
Full defect summary
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.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, the second row center seat may not function properly increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the second row center seat hinges/lock for proper function. If the seat does not lock as designed, the second row center seat hinge assembly will be replaced with a new one free of charge. The safety recall began on august 30, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Full defect summary
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 nissan armada vehicles manufactured from june 7, 2010 through june 11, 2010. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems." the second row center seat hinge assembly was manufactured out of specification. This may prevent the rear center seatback from fully locking in the in-use (upright) position.
Suspension: lower arm
Risk: If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on may 20, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Full defect summary
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 titan, armada, qx56, frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles manufactured from november 19, 2009 through march 3, 2010. The lower control link assembly has two cylindrical collars forming the inboard attachment points to the chassis. Due to an improper welding process some collars may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications.
Brakes: pedals and linkages
Risk: The driver will experience unusual and noticeable looseness in the pedal and a reduction in braking force increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect to see if the pivot pin had been formed properly and will replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Full defect summary
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56, and model year 2008-2009 nissan quest vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin end was not spin-formed to specification during the manufacturing process of the brake pedal assembly. The pivot pin could slide and cause the brake pedal to partially disengage from the brake pedal bracket.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2010 Nissan Armada
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Armada?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (10 complaints, typically around 100,000 miles); brakes (7 complaints, typically around 45,000 miles); fuel system (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2010 Nissan Armada have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from February 10, 2023 (air bags). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the Nissan Armada?
- It is 9th of 23 Armada model years by number of complaints, with 48 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.