repaired · 2022 Q1
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2013 Nissan ArmadaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 17 owner complaints about the 2013 Nissan Armada, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 20V-188 the manufacturer reports only 43% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 12, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Nissan Armada has problems
17 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
3Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
3Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Seat belts
2Electronic stability control (ESC)
2Power train1 crash/fire/injury
1Parking brake
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Structure
33 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 7 | 1 |
| Air bags | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 1 |
| Parking brake | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2013 Nissan Armada recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Foundation components: master cylinder
Risk. If the front brake pressure is reduced there would be less braking power, requiring a longer distance to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Nissan.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Armada year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Armada median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Nissan Armada safety ratings
2013 Nissan Armada SUV RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 3 stars (21.2% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Armada owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
AS I WAS LEAVING WITH PASSENGERS FROM STORE WAS GETTING ON STREET HEARD A LOUD NOISE LIKE HIT SOMETHING FROM UNDERNETH VEHICLE. WENT AWAY AS TRAVELING WAS HEARING A SCRAPPING NOISE FROM PASSENGER SIDE REAR. THEN GOT LOUDER LIKE SOMETHING WAS ABOUT TO BUST LIKE METAL TO METAL GRINDING, SCRATCHING,…
WHEN I APPLY PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES IT WILL NOT ENGAGE. I HAVE TO LET MY FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKE AND PUSH DOWN AGAIN FOR THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A STOP. THIS PROBLEM HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. IT HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES IN THE PAST 6 MONTHS AND IS COMPLETELY AT RANDOM.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THERE WAS REDUCED BRAKING POWER. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V451000 (SERVICE BRAKES). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN…
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