2009 Nissan Armada recalls and problems

3 recalls and 23 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan Armada.

3
recalls
23
owner complaints
3
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 Nissan Armada recalls

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 23V067000 · reported February 10, 2023 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 404,690 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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 driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

Fuel system, other: storage, fuel gauge system

NHTSA campaign 10V074000 · reported March 3, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 340,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages

NHTSA campaign 10V072000 · reported March 2, 2010 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 179,383 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56, and model year 2008-2009 nissan quest vehicles. 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.
The risk
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. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 13, 2024 · Suspension

Unknown, brakes Wheels & suspension

Nov 18, 2021 · Air bags

DRIVERS SEAT WON'T MOVE FORWARD OR BACK. ALL OTHER SEAT FUNCTIONS WORK Plan to have the Nissan dealership fine out what the problem is. . Heated seat will not work. Appeared to me to be a fuse, replaced the fuse. Works for about a minute, then the fuse blow Air bag light blinking. I also plan to have it look at. Could…

Feb 27, 2021 · Seats · 201,000 miles

DRIVERS SEAT WON'T MOVE FORWARD OR BACK. ALL OTHER SEAT FUNCTIONS WORK CORRECTLY.

Dec 15, 2020 · Air bags · 266,135 miles · crash reported · fire reported

I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON THE MORNING OF 11/17/2020, WHEN I HIT A DEER WITH A FRONT OF MY SUV. THE FRONT END OF MY SUV WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED WHICH CAUSED THE AIRBAG TO DEPLOY, WHEN THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED I THOUGHT IT MAY HAVE BURNT ME INSTEAD IT WAS EMBLEM RETAINING RING FROM THE INSIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL THAT HOLDS THE…

Jun 11, 2020 · Unknown or other

OPENED THE CAR AND FOUND MY REAR OVERHEAD CONSOLE HANGING BY THE ELECTRICAL WIRES IN THE BACK SEAT. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY FOR 3 DAYS. 2 MONTHS LATER, WHILE DRIVING, THE FRONT OVERHEAD CONSOLE FELL OFF AND DANGLED INFRONT OF THE WINDSHIELD.

Armada model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2006 32661413
2007 28600
2008 616101
2009 32331
2010 44811
2011 14022
2012 11701

Across all years, the 2004 Armada has the most complaints (464). All Nissan Armada years →

Questions

Does the 2009 Nissan Armada have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2009 Nissan Armada, the most recent reported on February 10, 2023 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Nissan Armada?
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (9 complaints), followed by suspension (4).
How many 2009 Nissan Armada complaints mention a crash or fire?
3 of 23 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 13, 2024.