2023 Nissan Armada Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2023 Nissan Armada has a complaint index of 15, the second-lowest of the 21 model years with data, and earns a Best verdict. It has just 5 complaints and 1 recall on file, with sunroof shattering and an electrical/brake failure among the reports.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 15/100
- #18 of 21 Armada years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 5
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 1
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Visibility & Wipers
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 15
- 13 city / 18 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2023 Nissan Armada problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Visibility & Wipers3 (60%)
- Electrical System2 (40%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (40%)
- Brakes1 (20%)
- Fuel System1 (20%)
- Other1 (20%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Sunroof or moonroof glass shatters suddenly while the vehicle is parked, with owners describing a loud bang before finding the glass broken.
- Rear hatch window has been reported to crack or shatter on its own without any impact or vandalism.
- One owner reported a complete electrical and brake failure while pulling into a driveway, with the dash and infotainment screen going black and the vehicle rolling in Park.
- A used Armada reportedly lost transmission function after highway driving in extreme heat, prompting a dealer repair.
2023 Nissan Armada recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V455000Jul 15, 2026Other168,149 vehicles
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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."
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
2023 Nissan Armada fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 13 MPG
- Highway
- 18 MPG
- Combined
- 15 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $5,300
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- 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.
2023 compared with other Armada years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Nissan Armada reliable?
- Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 Armada has a complaint index of 15, the second-best score among the 21 model years tracked, and carries a Best verdict relative to other Armada years.
- What problems does the 2023 Nissan Armada have?
- NHTSA lists 5 complaints for the 2023 Armada, with Visibility & Wipers as the top problem area at 60% of complaints, mainly involving sunroof and rear window glass shattering. Electrical System and Transmission & Powertrain issues each account for 40% of complaints.
- Does the 2023 Nissan Armada have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Armada, covering incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating labels on vehicles with 22-inch wheels; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2023 Armada compare to other model years?
- The 2023 Armada ranks 18th worst out of 21 model years, meaning only two years score lower, and its complaint index of 15 is far below high-complaint years like 2005 (100) and 2025 (85).
- Were there any crashes reported for the 2023 Armada?
- NHTSA lists 1 crash among the 2023 Armada's 5 complaints, tied to a reported electrical and brake failure, with no fires, injuries, or deaths reported.