2014 Nissan Armada Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
7/100
#15 most-complained of 16 Armada years
The 2014 Nissan Armada ranks 15th out of 16 model years for reported problems, with a complaint index of 7 and only 12 complaints and 1 recall. It's rated "Best" among Armada years, with the airbag inflator recall being the main safety issue.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 14.5
- 12.5 city / 18.5 hwy
Top 2014 Nissan Armada problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Airbags3 (25%)
- Other3 (25%)
- Brakes2 (17%)
- Steering2 (17%)
- Structure & Body2 (17%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (17%)
- Electrical System1 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (8%)
What owners report
- Parking brake fails to hold on steep driveways, letting the vehicle roll until it suddenly catches.
- Power steering fluid leaks from the pressure hose, reported at 55,000 and 70,000 miles.
- Internal transmission coolant line leak requiring dealer replacement.
- Rear liftgate opens unexpectedly while driving, sometimes triggering dashboard chimes without warning lights.
- Corroded rear door handle motor causes the rear hatch to open on its own while driving or parked.
- Airbag warning light stays on or reactivates repeatedly even after dealer repairs, including after the airbag inflator recall.
2014 Nissan Armada recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 20V188000Mar 30, 2020Airbags216,678 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
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.
Risk: 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.
2014 Nissan Armada fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 12.5 MPG
- Highway
- 18.5 MPG
- Combined
- 14.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,475
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other Armada years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Nissan Armada reliable?
- Among Armada model years, 2014 ranks 15th out of 16 for reported problems, with a complaint index of 7, the lowest of all years listed. NHTSA data gives it a "Best" verdict relative to other Armada years.
- What problems does the 2014 Nissan Armada have?
- NHTSA lists 12 complaints, led by airbags (3 complaints), followed by brakes, steering, structure/body, and transmission/powertrain issues (2 each). Median mileage at failure for brakes, steering, and structure/body complaints was around 62,500 to 63,000 miles.
- Does the 2014 Nissan Armada have a recall?
- Yes, one recall (campaign 20V188000) covers a manufacturing issue with the front driver airbag inflator, which Nissan replaces free of charge.
- How does the 2014 Armada compare to other years?
- With a complaint index of 7, 2014 scores far better than 2017 (93), 2018 (80), and 2019 (87), all rated "Avoid." It also beats 2010 and 2011, which were rated "Caution."
- What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Nissan Armada?
- EPA rates it at 14.5 mpg combined (12.5 city / 18.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,475.