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2005 Nissan Armada engine problems

40 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 90,000.

owner complaints
40
of this car's complaints
11%
typical mileage
90,000
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Engine
    4
  • Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
    3
  • Exhaust system
    3
  • Cooling system: radiator assembly
    2
  • Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor
    1
  • Cooling system
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Nissan Armada engine problems in other years

2004201020202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Nissan Armada engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Stalling 40Loss of power 9Check engine light 8Won't start 6

Related recalls

Engine and engine coolingReported October 28, 2010 · 747,480 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 armada, titan, infiniti qx56 and model year 2005-2006 frontier, pathfinder and xterra vehicles. The intelligent power distribution module (ipdm) assembly contains an engine control module (ECM) relay that has a diode for electrical current noise reduction. The ECM relay may allow silicon vapor to form and, over time, the silicon evaporates from the diode molding which causes silicon oxide to develop on the ECM relay contact due to arcing.
Risk
This could cause engine stalling increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ECM relay inside the ipdm assembly. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on december 6, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 10V517000 · Recall details

What 2005 Nissan Armada owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 8, 2022 · Driver assistance, Electrical · AZ · fire

Engine brake transmission speed failure

Filed Oct 8, 2022 · Brakes, Electrical · AZ · fire

The brakes light comes on frequently and brakes stop working properly when going over a bump in the road decrease speed then engine fails. Has to be turned off then on to start engine.

Filed May 6, 2021 · Engine · 68,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan armada. The contact stated that the muffler had been replaced 3 times due to it cracking around the header. The contact stated that the muffler damaged wiring harness and the computer system, which caused the vehicle to stall. Hummel's nissan (4770 merle hay rd, des moines, ia 50322) was made aware of the failure. The muffler was replaced twice by the dealer however, the muffler failure recurred. The muffler was replaced a third time by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,000.

Filed Apr 25, 2019 · Engine · 140,000 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan armada. On several occasions, while driving approximately 40 MPH and making a turn, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle stalled. Also, while traversing a hill on more than one occasion, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to respond. Furthermore, while in tow mode and accelerating above 2,000 rpms, the vehicle stalled on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v517000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Sep 12, 2018 · Airbags, Engine · 120,000 miles · MA

The fuel shows that I have a quarter of a tank or a bit more left and the number mileage on the screen shows the same. My vehicle randomly stops without warning. This has happened 3 times. I had the vehicle repaired last year for the same reason and here I am again. I see there is a recall and my car was not included. I called nissan and the representative told me told contact the federal safety agency to be more effective.....he acknowledged the problem with the trucks. I feel as though it is a definite safety hazard. We were lucky this time. My air bag light will not shut off either and he mentioned this was another recall.. Why did this VIN miss the recalls. It clearly has those issues. They want me to go to a dealer and I cannot afford to do that. The dealers are more expensive. Hopefully there is assistance. There is a rattle with the A/C fan. I don't know what is going on with that however I have an odor from it as well. Again I am bringing it back to the mechanic however the tow company gave me the recall info and I don't understand how this truck was missed. Can you help with the recall for us. Recall #'s 10v51700,10v074000,10v349000. Our thanks

Filed Mar 22, 2017 · Engine · 112,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan armada. While driving various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal noise and there was an exhaust odor in the vehicle. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Several years prior to the failure, both exhaust manifolds were replaced on the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000 the VIN was not provided. Updated 06/13/17*lj

Filed Feb 24, 2017 · Airbags, Engine · 160,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan armada. While driving 70 MPH, smoke appeared from the engine compartment and the vehicle stalled. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that a pipe burst. The pipe was replaced. Several days later, while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle lost power and the service engine and other warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the fuel gauge displayed between 1/4 to empty. The vehicle restarted once the contact placed fuel in the tank. The contact also stated that the front passenger seat air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired for the air bag warning indicator or the fuel gauge misreading. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

Filed Feb 23, 2017 · Airbags, Engine · 160,000 miles · NV

Nissan states there are no recalls open for this VIN although nets states this make model and year has a recall out for the the fuel gauge. My gas tank incorrectly reads the gas which caused me to stall on the highway! I can drive around all day and will still show its full. Engine is also very loud during acceleration and overheats the car. Passenger airbag light will also not turn off, not sure if this is a recall, but car indicates no passenger is sitting when there is and shows the airbag will not deploy of a crash happens.

Filed Aug 30, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · 132,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan armada. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle went in to limp mode. In addition, the contact stated that the coolant from the radiator leaked in to the transmission and the transmission failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.

Filed Aug 16, 2016 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 20 miles · TX

I've called sterling mccall nissan of houston in fort bend county (281)243-8989. I have been waiting for two weeks for the recall parts to come in. Why does it take so long for parts to come in. I'm told that there is no estimated time of arrive which is ridiculous. Thanks, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Questions about the 2005 Nissan Armada engine

Does the 2005 Nissan Armada have engine problems?

Owners have filed 40 complaints about the engine of the 2005 Nissan Armada, 11% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2005 Nissan Armada engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 90,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Nissan Armada engine?

Yes, 1 recall: 10V517000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Nissan Armada have bad engine?

The Nissan Armada model years with the most engine complaints are 2005 (40 complaints), 2004 (34 complaints) and 2006 (18 complaints).

Other 2005 Nissan Armada problems

Brakes 220Fuel system 77Airbags 34Electrical 24Transmission 16Driver assistance 11Seat belts 10Suspension 7Body 6Acceleration 5Steering 5Locks 4Visibility 4Tires 3Wheels 2Lights 1Seats 1

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