I had my mom, aunt and 2 small kids in the truck we were on the way to drop my mom off at her home. Once I pulled up in front of her house we noticed the truck smoking. I got out of the vehicle and looked under the hood. I observed wires burning from that point I closed the hood so that the vehicle could cool off. I then walked my mom to her front door as I walked back to my vehicle I observed my truck on fire. I immediately rushed to the vehicle and got my kids and aunt out of the vehicle. The fire department was called and responded within 7 minutes. By the time the fire department responded my truck was in full flames.
2006 Nissan Armada electrical complaints
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While driving had 3 lights come on brake, vdc off, and slip. After parking I turned off the truck and restarted this cleared the lights. This has happened 3x in the last couple weeks.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan armada. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the contact noticed there were several warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel continuously until the engine was turned off. The indicators consisted of the vdc, engine and tire pressure. The other included indicator was the slip warning. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.
Brakes are making a noise and the ABS, vdc and slip lights are coming up on the dashboard. We have tried turning on and off vehicle. This made the lights go off at first. We have checked brake fluid. We have had the brakes inspected. No visible reason for this to occur. I have seen numerous reports on this same problem. Why is my vehicle not covered in the ntb06-040 recall?
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan armada. The contact was driving approximately 45 MPH with the heater activated when a fluctuation of cold air emitted throughout the vents. In addition, the vehicle began to shake. On one occasion while starting the ignition, the temperature gauge needle became stuck. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who informed the contact that the heater coil valve would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired due to the unavailability of the part. The manufacturer had not produced the part for distribution to the dealers. The contact notified numerous dealers and was unsuccessful in locating the part. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage and VIN were unavailable.
I bought my nissan armada brand new in 2007. It is a 2006 model. The vehicle is very stylish but it is like a death trap. When the bumper to bumper warranty ran out @ 36,000 miles, my brakes have been an issue. Every year I have had to get brakes put on the armada and it has to be nissan brakes because I tried other brakes and they squeal and grind. Now I have an rather scary situation. I was driving 25mph and put my brakes on and my SUV started nose diving in the front end and the brake light came on, not to mention, the brakes would not work properly. It was catching and releasing about 4 times, each time I would brake. I almost hit a car. I drove it to a mechanic right then, and they ran scan on the brake code since the light came on during this event. The code is c1179. Apparently this is a dealer issue. I called the nissan dealership I bought the armada from and they told me I needed a software update for the ABS system. Really? This is not a recall issue? I have read several reviews and they are are having ABS issues. Come on nissan, how many lives have to be lost or injured before you recall this ABS problem? Why would they charge consumers $120 for a computer update to the system if it is clearly a manufacturer defect... The other issues are: drivers side seat is ripping, poor material, the drivers side floor mat is sliding under the driver pedal, the blind spot is a severe issue on the left drivers side, paint chips easily, bad gas mileage, radiator leaks, strut is bad on the passenger front side, which is causing it to leak on the pavement when parked.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan armada. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH smoke was emitting out from underneath the hood, and all of the instrument panel lights illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the wire had melted. A mechanic was contacted who advised to contact the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who verified the failure, and although they could not diagnosed what caused the problem they stated that the wiring harness needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offered any assistance. The VIN was not available. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 84,000.
1. While driving on I-285 eastbound, I was told by one of the drivers that my 2006 nissan armada was on fire. 2. Fire started on the front driver side of the car. I am not an expert, therefore, do not know what caused fire. However , I want to file a claim for someone look into. H.e.r.o unit mentioned to me that it could be due to short circuit. I have heard things about nissan armada's electrical issue. I never knew it could cause fire like that. My vehicle is totaled. I have pictures and vehicle available for inspection.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan armada le. While driving approximately 25-30 MPH during a rain storm the parking brake, ABS, vdc and traction control lights illuminated on the dashboard. He heard a loud noise coming from the brakes when they were engaged. He also stated that the speedometer was moving up and down and the vehicle became hesitant while driving. He drove onto the emergency lane and turned the vehicle off. Within a few minutes the vehicle started but the speedometer was not working and some of the warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who performed a diagnostic test. The dealer advised him that the ABS computer had burned. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 51,300 and the current mileage was 51,327.
2006 nissan armada- stalls without warning leaving vehicle stranded in traffic, dash lights flash and no vehicle codes available. Ipdm or controller replaced to fix.
Car stalls while in motion. Restarts after 4-5 cranks. This occurred about ten times before car taken to dealer. When car stalls / engine stops and the loss of steering ability and brake assist is reduced. This occurred once on the interstate in the #1 lane with no emergency lane available. Causing several near misses by other cars in trying to coast to the rightside of the road. The car restarted after several cranks and was driven to the local dealer. The ipdm was replaced under the diagnose of a intermittent open circuit inside the module. Also this issue never gave any trouble codes or even no check engine light.. This stalling would occur anytime without warning.the old part was not returned to me even though I requested it before repairs were made. The service writer apparently did not tell the mechanic. The cost to replace the module was $439.00.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan armada. The contact noticed a lot of smoke inside the passenger compartment of the vehicle a day after it had been parked. He also stated that the roof, plastic, dashboard, and seats were damaged and blackened. The security at the hotel he was at called the fire department. An investigator stated that the fire was caused by a manufacturer's defect in the wires. The insurance company declared that the interior was totally damaged. A security report was filed. The manufacturer stated that someone would come out to inspect the vehicle, but he was never called back. The current and failure mileages were approximately 8,600. Updated 07/31/08. *lj updated 08/05/08
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan armada. The contact noticed that both tail lights were inoperative. The dealer stated that the condenser fan failed and caused the wiring harness to overheat and melt. The dealer will replace the fan and wiring harness. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was out of warranty; therefore, they will not assist with the repair costs. The contact feels that this is a manufacturing defect and nissan should assist with the $1,618 repair cost. The current and failure mileages were 44,100.
Tl* the contact owns the 2006 nissan armada. While driving on a rainy night at 55 MPH she heard a loud noise. She stopped the vehicle and noticed that the bolts broke off from the tie rod that was connected to the axle. The failure mileage was 18,000. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer replaced the axel. Since purchasin, the vehicle there were several failures that occurred, the safety sensor and the heat was not operating properly. There was recal campaign # pb014, according to the manufacturer. The manufacturer tried to contact all the owners of this vehicle. The contact filed a complaint with state attorney general. The current mileage was 21,000.*ak updated 03/30/07.
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