2017 Nissan Armada problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 131 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.5 times the median Armada year — the 2017 model ranks #5 of 23 Armada years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.
Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 35 reports (27% of the total).
131
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
3
Crash-involved
2
Fires reported
5
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2017 compare to other Armada years?
What are the most common 2017 Nissan Armada problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 35 | 27% | ▲ up |
| Transmission | 17 | 13% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 16 | 12% | ▲ up |
| Driver Assistance | 15 | 11% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 13 | 10% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 12 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Other | 8 | 6% | ▲ up |
| Lighting | 4 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Seats | 3 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Speed Control | 3 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 2 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 1% | — flat |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I DRIVE A 2017 NISSAN ARMADA THAT CAUGHT FIRE!!! WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE MARCH OF THIS YEAR. MY HEATED SEAT MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUGHT MY PANTS AND MY SEAT ON FIRE WHILE I WAS DRIVING WITH TWO-2- SMALL CHILDREN!!! TUESDAY MORNING NOVEMBER 12TH, 2019 I WAS DRIVING MY 7 YEAR OLD TO SCHOOL WITH MY 3…”
“THE TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING INCORRECTLY AT LOW RPMS. I CAN CLEARLY SEE THE RPM FLUCTUATING ESPECIALLY GOING UPHILL. THIS HAPPENS 30-50 MPH.LACK OF POWER/ACCELERATION. FEELS LIKE TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING IN LOWER GEARS TOO SOONER AND AND WON'T ACCELERATE UNTIL DRIVER PUSHES SIGNIFICANTLY. THIS IS…”
“THE TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING INCORRECTLY AT LOW RPMS. I CAN CLEARLY SEE THE RPM FLUCTUATING ESPECIALLY GOING UPHILL. THIS HAPPENS 30-50 MPH.LACK OF POWER/ACCELERATION. FEELS LIKE TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING IN LOWER GEARS TOO SOONER AND AND WON'T ACCELERATE UNTIL DRIVER PUSHES SIGNIFICANTLY. THIS IS…”
“The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the stop lamp switch warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the switch was related to Back Over Prevention feature. The vehicle was taken the local dealer and was…”
“The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the stop lamp switch warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the switch was related to Back Over Prevention feature. The vehicle was taken the local dealer and was…”
2017 Nissan Armada — common questions
Is the 2017 Nissan Armada reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 131 complaints put the 2017 model at #5 of 23 Armada years. It is one of the Armada years to avoid.
What are the most common 2017 Armada problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (35 complaints), transmission (17 complaints), engine (16 complaints).
Does the 2017 Nissan Armada have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2017 Nissan Armada.
Which Nissan Armada years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Armada years to avoid are 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2007, 2010, 2011. The cleanest record among Armada years belongs to 2016.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.