2005 Nissan Armada problems
The Nissan Armada (retrospectively referred to unofficially as the Nissan Pathfinder Armada) is a full-size SUV manufactured by Nissan for the North American market. From 2003 to 2015, the first-generation Armada was assembled in Canton, Mississippi based on the Nissan Titan. From mid-2016 onwards, the second-generation Armada has been built in Yukuhashi, Kyushu, Japan and shares the same platform as the Nissan Patrol, with American-specific modifications, and went on sale in late mid-2016 as a 2017 model. A luxury version of the Armada has been sold as the Infiniti QX80 (originally QX56).
First generation (TA60; 2004)
The 2004 model Pathfinder Armada was unveiled on April 17, 2003, at the New York International Auto Show. Developed under Carlos Ghosn's NRP (Nissan Revival Plan), development was done in September 1999 to 2003 under lead designers Shiro Nakamura and Diane Allen and chief engineers Yuzo Sakita and Larry Dominique. In January 2001, a final exterior design by Giovanny Arroba had been approved by Sakita, Allen, Nakamura, and Nissan executive management, with the final design freeze being completed in July 2001. It is assigned the platform code TA60.
Prototypes based on the Y61 Patrol were hand-assembled as mules from 2001, with the first TA60-specific prototypes being completed and sent to testing in early 2002. Design patents were filed in 2003, with production starting on August 14, 2003, and going on sale on October 1, 2003.
The Armada had a 5.6 L VK56DE V8 engine that made 305 hp (227 kW) and 385 lb⋅ft (522 N⋅m) of torque. This was mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission, and the Armada had a choice of either rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. There are some Armadas that are capable of using E85. It has a towing capacity of up to 9,000 lb (4,000 kg).
The rear door handles are installed on the "C" pillar as part of a Nissan design tradition that started with the 1986 Nissan Pathfinder. When the four-door Pathfinder was introduced, Nissan chose to conceal the door handles as a part of the "C" pillar trim to visually make it appear like a two-door truck with a camper shell, with conventional door handles on the front doors.
The switch to the Armada name occurred in September 2004 for the 2005 model year, where it received new badges without "Pathfinder." The 2005 model year also included a backup camera.
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Common 2005 Nissan Armada problems
Based on the information from the sources provided, here are common problems reported by owners of the 2005 Nissan Armada:
- Brake Problems: The 2005 Armada has been associated with brake-related complaints, including the ABS light coming on, brakes grinding, and issues with brake functionality. These problems can compromise the vehicle's braking system, posing a significant safety hazard for drivers.
- Transmission Concerns: There have been reports of transmission issues in the 2005 Armada, with owners questioning whether the transmission is failing. Some owners have had to replace the transmission, indicating potential reliability issues with this component.
- Interior Component Failures: Complaints have been raised about interior accessories such as knobs and window switches failing in the 2005 Armada. While not directly impacting safety, these issues can affect the overall usability and comfort of the vehicle.
- Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Malfunctions: The 2005 Armada, part of the 1st generation models (2004-2016), has been linked to problems with the AEB system. Malfunctions in the AEB have caused sudden braking even when there are no obstructions ahead, leading to safety concerns and potential collisions.
These reported problems highlight various issues that owners have faced with the 2005 Nissan Armada, ranging from safety-related concerns like acceleration and brake issues to functional problems with the transmission and interior components. Addressing these issues promptly and ensuring proper maintenance can help mitigate risks and maintain the vehicle's performance and safety standards.
What is the most common problem with the Nissan Armada?
Nissan Armada Reliability and Common Problems
- The Nissan Armada is a reliable full-size SUV with a 3.5 out of 5.0 reliability rating from RepairPal.
- Some of the top Nissan Armada problems include brake problems, the overhead console falling down, and catalytic converter failure.
How long does a 2005 Nissan Armada last?
On average, you can expect Armadas to survive around 300,000-400,000 miles.
Is Nissan Armada expensive to maintain?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Nissan Armada is $550, compared to an average of $784 for fullsize SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
Is Nissan Armada a reliable car?
Reports say that the Nissan Armada has average reliability. This vehicle still utilizes a V8 engine paired to 7-speed automatic transmission, therefore it is thirsty. One of its appeals is that is a low-cost alternative to the similar Infiniti QX80.
2005 Nissan Armada car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Armada problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Fuel system problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Nissan Armada vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2005 Nissan Armada
The NHTSA has received 373 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Nissan Armada. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2005 Nissan Armada vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-13
- VIN: 5N1AA08A15N
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Unknown the light for air bags is on
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-01
- VIN: 5N1AA08A75N
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: For several years now since I received this car from a family member gas gauge has been not working I contacted Nissan they said my year or VIN number was it affected but that's not accurate because it is so what can I do
SEAT BELTS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-09
- VIN: 5N1AA08B25N
- Components: SEAT BELTS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: My breaking system has a malfunction that comes on and off. Sometimes the brakes automatically stop working and start grinding as if I have no brakes, but when I brought it to be looked at they couldn't find the problem. I notice that when you turn the car off and turn it back on the problems of sides for a little while will eventually come back later. For someone to detect it, they cannot shut the car off at the time that is presenting itself.
STEERING,WHEELS,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-10
- VIN: 5N1AA08B85N
- Components: STEERING,WHEELS,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I got this vehicle from a buy here pay here with 355,xxx miles the motor runs and drives great but when I went to go down the interstate after a month having the vehicle it was shaking really bad so I called auto parts and autozone and even took it to a mechanic they all told me alignment and if that doesn't work them put new rotors and breaks and we'll it's still there and if you go 35 you can hear something rubbing and when you hit 60 it starts shaking really bad and the steering wheel is very hard to hold when this happens so still don't know what it is!
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-05
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5N1AA08A35N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Engine brake transmission speed failure
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-01
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 5N1AA08A35N
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: The brakes light comes on frequently and brakes stop working properly when going over a bump in the road decrease speed then engine fails. Has to be turned off then on to start engine.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-27
- VIN: 5N1AA08B75N
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I have a 2005 Nissan Armada that has a known problem with its brakes. It has a faulty Delta Brake Sensor and Brake Booster. What happens is that the brake light comeson, the vehicle losses its braking ability and sounds like metal scraping when you apply the brakes. The issue will reset if you turn off the car. Nissan knows about this issue but has failed to send 2004-2006 Armada owners of information on how to get this fixed at a local dealer. Here is a link to the class action settlement: https://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/closed-settlements/nissan-brake-defect-class-action-settlement/ My complaint is this, there were 350,000 affected vehicles and mine was one of them. I was never notified by Nissan of this faulty part and did not know that Nissan would reimburse me for the repair. The settlement date is now closed but the problem still exists in many Nissan affected vehicles. I called Nissan USA and they said Nissan could do nothing for me. I called my local Nissan dealer and described the problem and they said they could do nothing for me but that I could pay out of pocket to have the brake booster replaced at qa cost of $1500f or parts and labor. The error code associated with this problem is C1179. This issue is a safety issue and it affects the vehicles ability to stop. If you do not see the brake warning light on you do not know that the issue is happening. This could result in a dangerous situation at highway speeds. I would like the NHTSA to get involved and to demand that Nissan repair this known problem free of charge. [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-01
- VIN: 5N1AA08B05N
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that the fuel gauge inaccurately displayed the fuel level in the tank while the fuel tank was empty; causing the vehicle to stall. The contact refueled the vehicle and was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V074000 (Fuel System, Other) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 192,000.
STEERING,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-07
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5n1aa08b35n
- Components: STEERING,AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owned a 2005 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, his steering wheel was locked without warning. Due to the failure, the contact veered off the road and hit two parked vehicles. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact stated that a little girl was standing near one of the parked vehicles and was knocked into a tree and was airlifted to a child trauma center. The contact stated that from his knowledge, the girl was only treated for cuts and bruises. The contact stated that he was knocked out for a few minutes after impact but refused medical attention at the scene. He later went to the hospital and was treated for a concussion and whiplash. The contact stated that he believed that a police report was filed but was not certain. The vehicle was towed from the scene to an independent tow yard where it was deemed a total loss. The dealer nor the manufacturer have been notified of the failure. The vehicle had been destroyed. The failure mileage was approximately 215,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-07
- VIN: 5N1AA08A15N
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Summary: The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was incorrectly reporting the amount of fuel in the vehicle. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with, NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V074000 (Fuel System, Other) however, the Vin was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and confirmed that the Vin was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 172,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-01
- VIN: 5N1AA08B35N
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MUFFLER HAD BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES DUE TO IT CRACKING AROUND THE HEADER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MUFFLER DAMAGED WIRING HARNESS AND THE COMPUTER SYSTEM, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. HUMMEL'S NISSAN (4770 MERLE HAY RD, DES MOINES, IA 50322) WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MUFFLER WAS REPLACED TWICE BY THE DEALER HOWEVER, THE MUFFLER FAILURE RECURRED. THE MUFFLER WAS REPLACED A THIRD TIME BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 68,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-08-10
- VIN: 5N1AA08B45N
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WE BOUGHT THIS CAR USED. THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT WORK ONCE IT GETS DOWN TO 1/4 OF THE TANK LEFT. I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON A CITY STREET WHEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY CAR JUST TURNED OFF. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO SLOWLY STEER OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I HAD NO IDEA WHAT WAS GOING ON BECAUSE MY FUEL GAUGE SAID I STILL HAD 1/4 TANK LEFT OF GAS. THIS COULD'VE BEEN FAR MORE DANGEROUS IF I WOULD'VE RUN OUT OF GAS ON A FREEWAY OR HIGHWAY. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS YEAR AND MODEL FOR THE FUEL GAUGE INACCURACY, BUT WHEN I CALLED THEY SAID MY VIN DIDN'T MATCH THE RECALL.
STEERING,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-28
- VIN: 5N1AA08A05N
- Components: STEERING,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I'M DRIVING THE CAR STRAIGHT 5 TO 10 MINUTES, AFTER THAT THE CAR START SHAKING THE VDCOFF AND SLIP LIGHT TURN ON AND THE STIRRING WHEEL STAY TURN SLIGHTLY SIDEWAY TO DRIVE THE CAR STRAIGHT I TURN OFF THE CAR FOR 1 OR 2 MINUTE AND EVERYTHING ON THE CAR BECOME NORMAL FOR 5 TO 10 MORE MINUTE I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IS WRONG WITH MY CAR IS BEEN PARK IN MY GARAGE FOR TWO YEARS I DONT DRIVE IT AND CAN SELL IT WITH THAT PROBLEM
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-11
- VIN: 5N1AA08B25N
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND THE CONTACT FELT THE VEHICLE SLIDE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MAKING TURNS, THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND MADE THE STEERING WHEEL DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS, THE AIR BAGS, AND THE VDC OFF WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 100,151.
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-02
- VIN: 5N1AA08B75N
- Components: TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) AND SLIP WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE USING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE CONTACT GUIDED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT STATED SHE TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE AND AFTER RESTARTING, THE VEHICLE FUNCTIONED AS DESIGNED. THE CONTACT STATED SHE CONTINUED TO EXPERIENCE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT CALLED ZEIGLER NISSAN OF ORLAND PARK LOCATED AT 8550 W 159TH ST, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462, (708) 403-1300, AND MADE THE DEALER AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 07E046000 (EQUIPMENT) HOWEVER THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 147,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-06
- VIN: 5N1AA08B35N
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE! THE BRAKE LIGHT ON THE CONTROL PANEL COMES ON AND WHEN STEPPING ON THE BRAKES, THE CAR HARDLY BRAKES. IT FEELS LIKE THE BRAKES ARE GRINDING AND SKIDDING. I HAVE TO CAREFULLY PULL THE CAR OVER AND TURN THE CAR OFF AND BACK ON. LATELY THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING AROUND ONCE A WEEK.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-11
- VIN: 5N1AA08A15N
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE FUEL GAGE GETS TO ONE QUARTER AND IT STARTS TO BE INACCURATE AND WILL RUN OUT OF GAS SHOWING ONE QUARTER TANK. THE FUEL GAGE WILL NOT WORK RIGHT UNTIL YOU HAVE OVER THREE QUARTERS IN. I GOT SO LOW ON FUEL THE LIGHT WAS ON THREE DAYS AGO. I PUT A FEW GALLONS IN WHEN I GOT TO TOWN IT SHOWER THERE WAS 1/8 OF A TANK BY THE TIME I GOT HOME IT WAS SHOWING A LITTLE OVER 1/4 WERE IT WAS WHEN IT RAN OUT OF GAS 1 1/2 YEARS AGO. THE NEXT MORNING I HAD TO GO TO TOWN AND IT SHOWED I HAD ALMOST HALF A TANK BY THE TIME I GOT THERE. I'VE PUT ABOUT 7 GALLONS IN IT AND THE FUEL GAGE IS AT THE SAME PLACE. WHEN I FILLED THE TANK UP THE FUEL GAGE STARTED WORKING PROBABLY. I'VE LOOKED AND THERE IS A RECALL ON THE FUEL SENDING UNIT ON SOME NISSAN ARMADA ALREADY BUT THIS ONE ISN'T ON THE LIST
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-28
- VIN: 5N1AA08B35N
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: VDC OFF
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-30
- VIN: 5N1AA08A95N
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL READS AT AROUND 1/4 EVEN WHEN EMPTY. NOT KNOWING IT NEEDED FUEL, THE CAR RAN OUT OF GAS, STRANDING THE CAR IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. VEHICLE WAS GOING N MOTION AT 35 MPH, VEHICLE WAS GUIDED TO LESS CROWDED SIDE STREET AND STALLED. VEHICLE WAS PUSHED TO AN OPEN SPACE.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-01
- VIN: 5N1AA08B25N
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHILE I WAS DRIVING I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND DIDN'T HAVE ANY AND IT MADE A LOUD SOUND I COASTED TO A STOP TURNED CAR OFF. CALLED MECHANIC THEY CAME OUT AND I HAD A BLOWN FUSE FOR MY ABS SYSTEM THEY REPLACED IT BUT NOW I AM WONDERING IF THIS WILL HAPPEN AGAIN?
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-27
- VIN: 5N1AA08B15N
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: DRIVING IN TRAFFIC CAUSES BRAKES TO LOCK AS IF THE PARKING BRAKES WERE SET. I HAVE TO PULL OVER SAFELY TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND PLACE THE VEHICLE IN PARK, PRESS ON THE PARKING FOOT BRAKE TO ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE THE BRAKES, TURN OFF AND ON THE VEHICLE TO "RESET" THE BRAKES. IT HAPPENED A FEW TIMES ESPECIALLY ON THE FREEWAY. IN ALL MULTIPLE OCCASIONS NEARLY REAR ENDING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME ESPECIALLY WHEN I HAVE MY FAMILY WITH ME IN THE VEHICLE. WHEN THIS OCCURS THE BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON, ON THE DASH. HAPPENS ON BOTH THE FREEWAY AND THE CITY STREETS IN MOTION AND ONCE WHEN THE BRAKES WAS PRESS IN TRAFFIC.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-05
- VIN: 5N1AA08A45N
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: IS GIVING A DELTA STROKE SENSOR C1179 AND ALSO SUDDENLY THE BRAKE LIGHTS TURNS ON AND CAN'T USE THE BRAKES AND I HAVE TO TURN IT OFF AND ON AGAIN AND IT WILL GO AWAY BUT IT HAPPENS EVEN IF I AM ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT WORRIES ME. PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT IS THIS CODE BECAUSE NOBODY SEEMS TO KNOW. THIS HAS HAPPENED A COUPLE OF TIMES
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-25
- VIN: 5N1AA08BX5N
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: BADLY RUSTED REAR CROSS MEMBER AND CONTROL ARMS
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-22
- VIN: 5N1AA08A35N
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 NISSAN ARMADA. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND MAKING A TURN, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. ALSO, WHILE TRAVERSING A HILL ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. FURTHERMORE, WHILE IN TOW MODE AND ACCELERATING ABOVE 2,000 RPMS, THE VEHICLE STALLED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V517000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-07
- VIN: 5N1AA08A35N
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT INDICATE ACTUAL FUEL LEVEL. THE FUEL GAUGE STOPS AROUND 1/4 TANK ... AND THE TANK COULD BE EMPTY.
2005 Nissan Armada recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2005 Nissan Armada.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 ARMADA, TITAN, INFINITI QX56 AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 FRONTIER, PATHFINDER AND XTERRA VEHICLES. THE INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE (IPDM) ASSEMBLY CONTAINS AN ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) RELAY THAT HAS A DIODE FOR ELECTRICAL CURRENT NOISE REDUCTION. THE ECM RELAY MAY ALLOW SILICON VAPOR TO FORM AND, OVER TIME, THE SILICON EVAPORATES FROM THE DIODE MOLDING WHICH CAUSES SILICON OXIDE TO DEVELOP ON THE ECM RELAY CONTACT DUE TO ARCING.
- Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE ENGINE STALLING INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ECM RELAY INSIDE THE IPDM ASSEMBLY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25, 2009 AND MAY 14, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND QX56, AND MODEL YEARS 2005 THROUGH 2010 FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES. 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.
- Consequence: IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56 VEHICLES. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE MAY INACCURATELY DISPLAY THAT THE VEHICLE STILL HAS SOME FUEL, TYPICALLY ABOUT ONE QUARTER TANK, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS EMPTY.
- Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF GAS AND STALL ON THE HIGHWAY, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL SENDER UNIT INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WITH A NEW IMPROVED SENDER CARD. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING 180,664 MY 2005-2006 TITAN, ARMADA AND INFINITY QX56 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED AFTER MARCH 17, 2005, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A VISTEON AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER FAN MOTOR. THE FAN MOTOR MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEALED ALLOWING EXCESSIVE WATER INTRUSION AND INADEQUATE DRAINAGE OF MOISTURE.
- Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE CORROSION IN THE MOTOR LEADING POSSIBLY TO OVERHEATING AND A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A 'THERMAL PROTECTOR KIT' AND TEST THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER FAN MOTOR AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: HOPKINS MANUFACTURING CORP.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HOPKINS AFTERMARKET TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL CONNECTION HARNESSES SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MODELS OF NISSAN VEHICLES WHICH ARE LISTED ABOVE. THE INTERNAL PART NUMBERS WITHIN HOPKINS ARE: 1010476025, 1040376025, 1110476025, 1170376025, 1290376025, 1010476035, 1040376035, 1110476035, 1170376035, AND 1290376035. A WIRE MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED IN AN INCORRECT POSITION IN THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR HOUSING. THIS RESULTS IN AN INCORRECT ROUTING OF WIRES BETWEEN THE TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER AND THE TOWING VEHICLE WIRING SYSTEM.
- Consequence: THIS HARNESS WOULD RESULT IN POWER FROM THE TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER GOING TO THE TOWING VEHICLE DASH LIGHT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN THE TRAILER BRAKES. THIS RESULT WOULD BE THE LACK OF TRAILER BRAKING WHEN THE TOWING VEHICLE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. IT WOULD ALSO RESULT IN THE TOWING VEHICLES DASH LIGHTS BEING ACTIVATED WHEN THE VEHICLE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE FAILURE OF THE APPLICATION OF THE TRAILER BRAKE COULD RESULT IN REDUCED ABILITY TO STOP AND CONTRIBUTE TO A POSSIBLE CRASH.
- Remedy: HOPKINS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ORIGINAL HARNESS WITH A REVISED HARNESS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 17, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT HOPKINS AT 800-835-0129.
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Positive 2005 Nissan Armada car reviews
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Congratulations on your recent purchase of a used Armada! It's great to hear that you've been impressed with the solidness of the vehicle and that you've had no problems with it so far, except for a minor wear mark on the driver's armrest. It's also wonderful to hear that the navigation, homelink, DVD, transmission, and engine have all functioned seamlessly. Despite being 6'-10
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I've been a loyal Nissan customer since 1981, and this is my first large SUV. Overall, I really love everything about it, but I have noticed a few rattles and the leather quality is not as good as some of my previous Nissan vehicles. However, I must say that the power of this SUV is far superior to any other SUV I have driven.
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The SUV is a solid choice with ample room for a large family. The navigation system is great and the power liftgate is very convenient. Despite some noise in the back, which is to be expected from an SUV, the SVT feature keeps the truck on the ground. Although the fuel economy could be better, it is reasonable for a big V8. Despite having to take it for service twice due to brake problems, I am confident in the overall quality of this SUV. I have had it since February and it handles snow with ease.
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I noticed that there are some vibrations in the wheels and the ride is not as smooth as I would expect from a vehicle over $40K. Additionally, I have noticed some clicking noises coming from both front doors that I have not been able to resolve. It can be quite annoying, especially considering that the car only has 2000 miles on it. I plan to make a list of these issues during the first service to have them corrected. I have also found that the car is a bit difficult to wash, even Embassy Car Wash has had some trouble due to the many edges around the bumpers.
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We purchased this vehicle after researching several other options, including the Tahoe/Yukon, Escalade and Sequoia. I'm so glad we chose this one! The automatic lifting back hatch is a lifesaver with a 3-year-old and newborn. Plus, the 3rd row seating is incredibly spacious and comfortable. I highly recommend this vehicle to anyone in need of a large SUV.
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Moses Ondricka 2024-11-09
Driving this new vehicle is great, but unfortunately, the noise from the ceiling panel has been driving our whole family crazy. We've had to take it to the Service Department multiple times, but they haven't been able to fix the problem. It's been a bit of a nightmare having to spend so much time in the service department, but I'm hopeful that we can find a solution soon.
Matteo Dickens 2024-08-26
The Armada is a powerful and stylish vehicle that caught my attention during a test drive. However, I found that the lack of split third-row seating and limited cargo space when the third row is up to be a drawback. Additionally, I was disappointed to discover that the crossbars on the roof were too far apart to fit a cargo box from Thule or Yakima, and that the center roof console was not compatible with any DVD system other than the factory-installed one.
Reid Lind 2024-07-29
I purchased this vehicle despite being advised against it, but unfortunately it has required six trips to the dealership for repairs. The brakes, both front windows, door latches, a defective tire, and numerous rattles have all been issues. It appears to struggle in cold weather. I am disappointed in Nissan's lack of support for their product. However, the vehicle does have an attractive appearance and spacious interior.
Kaden Kemmer 2024-07-06
I really like the size of my Armada. However, I think that it could be improved with better quality materials in the interior. It's disappointing that it's already starting to squeak and rattle at only 9100 miles.
Austin Luettgen 2024-03-28
A Nissan Failure. The quality is very poor, and the braking system is subpar. The rotors are too small and tend to warp between 3k-4k. Additionally, the sunroof leaks and rattles, and there are rattling sounds throughout the entire truck. The radio reception is poor, and the navigation system will not work in cold weather until the vehicle reaches warm temperatures. Although your wheel alignment may be fine, the steering wheel itself becomes off-centered. Unfortunately, my Armada has been in the shop for all of the above problems 16 times in the first full year. It's not where a new vehicle $40K+ belongs unless it's a Lemon, and the Armada is a lemon. The truck has already lost $20K in trade-in value. That's a big hit just to get out of this and into something more reliable.