2013 Nissan Armada
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 8 of 17 complaints (47%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed held steady at 17 in both 2012 and 2013.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | vs. 2013 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,150–4,450 | 4,150–4,450 | 4,150–4,450 | 4,150–4,450 | 4,150–4,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 14–15 | 14–15 | 14–15 | 14–15 | 14–15 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 12–13 / 18–19 | 12–13 / 18–19 | 12–13 / 18–19 | 12–13 / 18–19 | 12–13 / 18–19 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 592–635 | 592–635 | 601–623 | 601–623 | 601–623 | |
| Complaints filed | 40 | 17 | 17 | 12 | 21 | |
| Recalls issued | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Nissan Armada have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Nissan Armada?
Brakes: 8 of 17 NHTSA complaints (47%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Nissan Armada get?
EPA rates it 14–15 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Nissan Armada?
EPA estimates $4,150–$4,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 5.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 13 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | 15 mpg (high) | $4,150 (low) | 601 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 5.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 13 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | 15 mpg (high) | $4,150 (low) | 605 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 5.6L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 12 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $4,450 (high) | 623 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 5-spd | 8 | 5.6L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 12 mpg (low) | 18 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $4,450 (high) | 622 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 20V188000 · Mar 31, 2020
Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 NV Cargo and NV Passenger Van, 2013-2015 Titan and Armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti QX56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator may not function properly or may rupture during deployment.
Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER · Campaign 13V451000 · Oct 21, 2013
Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 Titan and Armada vehicles manufactured February 22, 2013, through May 3, 2013. The affected vehicles have a brake master cylinder which may intermittently reduce the pressure supplied to the front brakes.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Nissan has notified owners, and dealers will replace the master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.