Does the 2021 Nissan Armada have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Nissan Armada, the most recent reported on July 15, 2026 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Armada?

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (4 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).

How many 2021 Nissan Armada complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 13 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2021 Nissan Armada recalls and problems

2 recalls and 13 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan Armada.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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.

2021 Nissan Armada recalls

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 26V455000 · reported July 15, 2026 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 168,149 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
The risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated Fall 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R26B1 and P6A13/4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump, control/drive module

NHTSA campaign 21V373000 · reported May 20, 2021 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 24,140 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Nissan Armada and 2020-2021 INFINITI QX80 vehicles equipped with V8 engines. The impeller can swell and bind within the fuel pump module, causing it to fail.
The risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R21A2. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's number for this recall is R21A3.

Most reported problems

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

Fuel/propulsion system4
Electrical system3
Engine3
Forward collision avoidance3
Power train2
Unknown or other2
Air bags1
Back over prevention1
Service brakes1

What owners report

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

Jul 27, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
Stalling out in traffic, and have to keep restarting. Very dangerous

Apr 28, 2026 · Electrical system · 34,000 miles
The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving, the engine overheated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was jump-started. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a low-voltage battery. The battery was replaced. After the battery was replaced, there was battery…

Mar 30, 2026 · Forward collision avoidance
My emergency breaking will come on and almost stop my vehicle driving down the road with no one near me. It’s very scary and it happens frequently. I will put my most recent incident below

Dec 18, 2025 · Engine
My family and I traveled to Ohio to visit family. After stopping for fuel, 6hrs into our drive, our 2021 nissan Armada started bucking, skipping, and eventually stalled 50 yards from the fuel station. Several attempts at restarting the vehicle resulted in a sputtering idle and stall. This put my family is grave danger…

Sep 15, 2025 · Power train
On April 5, 2023, I purchased a used 2021 Nissan Armada SL with 74,429 miles on it. On August 29, 2025, I took the vehicle in for front & rear differential and transmission fluid services. On August 31, 2025, I drove the SUV to Boston MA. The vehicle began a jerking motion and slow acceleration. I assumed it was due…

Armada model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2018	1	76	2	0
2019	1	79	4	0
2020	2	27	2	1
2021	2	13	1	0
2022	1	9	1	0
2023	1	5	1	0
2024	1	4	0	0

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

Questions

Does the 2021 Nissan Armada have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Nissan Armada, the most recent reported on July 15, 2026 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Armada?: Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (4 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2021 Nissan Armada complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 13 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 27, 2026.