2012 NISSAN ARMADA Complaints and Recall Information
The 2012 NISSAN ARMADA has 4 complaints and 1 recall filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report subframe fractures causing vehicle instability after driving over bumps. There are also reports of oxygen sensor failures in multiple vehicles.
Common Issues
- Subframe fracture. The rear subframe fractures and sits on top of the fuel tank after hitting bumps, causing the vehicle to fishtail and swerve at speeds over 35 MPH. The vehicle becomes undrivable and requires costly repairs.
- Oxygen sensor failure. Multiple owners report the O2 sensors failing on both 2012 and 2013 models, creating financial burdens for repairs on already expensive vehicles.
There is one recall affecting the 2012 Nissan Armada related to vehicle labeling. The recall addresses safety concerns regarding certain equipment information missing from certification labels.
Recalls
- Certification label defect. (NHTSA Recall 12V143000) Affects 26,626 vehicles manufactured from August 12, 2011, through March 13, 2012. The certification label lacks rim size information, which may lead to incorrect tire and wheel combinations, increasing the risk of crashes. Nissan provides new labels for owners to install or offers free installation at dealers. The recall began May 28, 2012.
Owners with repeated subframe failures or unresolved recall issues may have rights under state lemon laws and should consider consulting with a legal professional specializing in consumer protection.
2012 NISSAN ARMADA Summary
2012
Model Year
4
Total Complaints
1
Total Recalls
26626
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2012 NISSAN ARMADA
26626 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 TITAN AND ARMADA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 12, 2011, THROUGH MARCH 13, 2012. THE PART 567 CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THE VEHICLES DO NOT CONTAIN RIM SIZE INFORMATION. THUS, THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, “TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS.”
Risk: THE OMISSION OF THE RIM SIZE MAY LEAD TO AN INCORRECT TIRE/WHEEL COMBINATION WHICH MAY INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF A CRASH.
Complaints
2012 NISSAN ARMADA
ID: 2099609FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving, he drove over a bump in the road, and the back end swayed and it fishtailed. The contact pulled over and was unable to locate the cause of the failure. The contact continued to drive while driving over 35 MPH; the vehicle swerved. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, a suspension shop, and the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the subframe had fractured and was on top of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was not repaired due to the intense repairs and price. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
2012 NISSAN ARMADA
ID: 2099608SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving, he drove over a bump in the road, and the back end swayed and it fishtailed. The contact pulled over and was unable to locate the cause of the failure. The contact continued to drive while driving over 35 MPH; the vehicle swerved. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, a suspension shop, and the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the subframe had fractured and was on top of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was not repaired due to the intense repairs and price. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
2012 NISSAN ARMADA
ID: 2099607STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving, he drove over a bump in the road, and the back end swayed and it fishtailed. The contact pulled over and was unable to locate the cause of the failure. The contact continued to drive while driving over 35 MPH; the vehicle swerved. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, a suspension shop, and the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the subframe had fractured and was on top of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was not repaired due to the intense repairs and price. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
2012 NISSAN ARMADA
ID: 2081728FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:HOSES/VALVES/SENSORS
I have a 2012 Nissan armada and a 2013 Nissan armada and both cars o2 sensors have went out on each of them. This must be a common problem and the financial strain shouldn’t be left for the customers buying an already expensive vehicles. Very odd that both my armadas are having the same issues with that particular sensor