2008 Nissan Armada: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2008 Nissan Armada: 6 recalls, 161 owner complaints and up to 14 mpg combined.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #07V449000 · 2007 · 3,564 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 210, 'seat belt assembly anchorages.' the driver's side third row seat belt upper anchor bracket May be cracked.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, a seat occupant May not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt bracket free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2007.
Seats Vehicle recall #08V187000 · 2008 · 1,126 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 207, "seating systems." the seat track assembly May have been manufactured out of specification.
Why it matters: This May result in the manual seat pawl not fully engaging increasing the risk of personal injuries in the event of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the seat track assembly on the driver's and front passenger seats and replace the entire seat assembly free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2008.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #10V072000 · 2010 · 179,383 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: The driver will experience unusual and noticeable looseness in the pedal and a reduction in braking force increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Fuel system (other) Vehicle recall #10V074000 · 2010 · 340,000 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall on the highway, which could cause a crash.
The fix: 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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #10V349000 · 2010 · 21 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "protection in interior impact." an out-of-specification a-pillar finisher might impede the correct inflation of the side curtain air bag near the upper portion of the b-pillar.
Why it matters: Incorrect inflation of the side curtain air bag May increase the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant in the event of a crash requiring deployment of that air bag.
The fix: Dealers will replace both right and left front pillar finishers free of charge. The safety recall began on August 16, 2010.
Airbags Vehicle recall #23V067000 · 2023 · 404,690 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driverâs airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Suspension Equipment recall #10E019000 · 2010 · 1,873 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected lower link free of charge. The safety recall began on July 12, 2010.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 7 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (57): the most common themes are noise or vibration (42), warning light on (18), brake failure / soft pedal (16).
- Body & structure (39): the most common themes are noise or vibration (4), door / lock issues (3).
- Electrical (23): the most common themes are electrical failure (7), door / lock issues (6), noise or vibration (5).
- Other / unknown (18): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
The 2008 Nissan Armada has 161 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 23 Armada model years for complaints (2.0× the average Armada year). Complaints peaked in 2014 (26 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 79,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2007 (86 complaints, 2 recalls), 2009 (23 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 14 | Regular |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 17 | 14 | Regular |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 14 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 17 | 14 | Gasoline or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2008 Nissan Armada have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2008 Nissan Armada, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2008 Nissan Armada problems?
Owners have filed 161 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (57), body & structure (39), electrical (23).
What gas mileage does the 2008 Nissan Armada get?
EPA ratings run up to 14 mpg combined (5.6 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2008 Nissan Armada repair manual?
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