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2008 Nissan Armada airbags problems

11 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 90,000.

owner complaints
11
of this car's complaints
7%
typical mileage
90,000
crashes
0
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • Frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Nissan Armada airbags problems in other years

20042010201520202026

Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 Nissan Armada airbags

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

Airbag light 5

Related recalls

Air bags: frontalReported February 10, 2023 · 404,690 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.
Risk
A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1‑800‑867‑7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

Recall number 23V067000 · Recall details

Air bags: side/windowReported July 22, 2010 · 21 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Nissan is recalling model year 2008 nissan armada and infiniti qx56 vehicles manufactured from february 7, 2007 through february 14, 2007. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "protection in interior impact." an out-of-specification a-pillar finisher might impede the correct inflation of the side curtain air bag near the upper portion of the b-pillar.
Risk
Incorrect inflation of the side curtain air bag may increase the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant in the event of a crash requiring deployment of that air bag.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both right and left front pillar finishers free of charge. The safety recall began on august 16, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 10V349000 · Recall details

What 2008 Nissan Armada owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 16, 2026 · Airbags, Electrical · GA

It just stop shifting and won't come out of park and won't go into reverse or drive

Filed Apr 18, 2026 · Airbags · AZ

I made an appointment with the dealership peoria nissan for 8:15am on the morning of 4/18/26. I confirmed the recall and brought the vehicle in early they received it told me it should be done by lunch. At 3:45 pm they messaged me it was all done and ready to go. I called and questioned them as to whether or not the airbag needed to be replaced, where they admitted they actually didnt do anything. They started to work on it, realized they wouldnt have time and put it back together. The keys would be at the front desk at sales they were going home. I went down and asked about a rental as the vehicle had a dangerous recall (I had just purchased the vehicle used) they said service is closed go ahead and drive it home and set another appointment and try again. Not only did they lie originally by stating it was all done and ready to go in hopes I wouldnt ask about the airbag. They then insisted I drive it home knowing it was a danger to my family and myself.

Filed Oct 5, 2022 · Airbags, Fuel system · 144,000 miles · DE

The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, she heard a knocking sound coming from the vehicle and the air bag warning light was blinking. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed and the spiral cable and horn were replaced. The mechanic also stated that the fuel tank and fuel sensor needed to be replaced however, the vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to file a complaint. The failure mileage was 144,000.

Filed Jan 26, 2021 · Airbags · 90,000 miles · WV

The airbag light is staying on. No codes read this problem. If the vehicle is running the airbag dash light remains on. The check engine light is not on.

Filed Jan 3, 2019 · Airbags, Brakes · 165,000 miles · NV

Seat belt missing for rear back seat, delta sensor went out on me in a parking lot and I almost had an accident because my brakes wouldn't engage, and now my airbag spiral cable are now not working.

Filed Jan 8, 2018 · Airbags · 15,000 miles · MD

Takata recall I am thinking my truck may be part of the reecall. For no reaon at all my airbag light came on. We have not had any accidents to trigger this. This is on all the time.

Filed Nov 4, 2017 · Airbags, Brakes · CA

I have a 2008 nissan armada, bought it new and my wife use to tell me that the brakes would grind and the brake light would go on, I use to think she was crazy, now that I drive the car my self I knew she was right, when we step on the brake petal the brakes start grinding and the brake comes on we have 3 children and is pretty scary when we try to stop and completely loose brake power, when my wife first told me I took it to the dealer and they couldn't check for the problem since it had to be doing it when I took it well then it didn't do it often, then I took it one time while it was doing it and the dealer told me that they new exactly what it was but couldn't do anything about it since I was out off warranty. I think is ridiculous that the manufacturer knows exactly what the problem is but they won't do nothing about it since their is no recall, I think the federal safety agency needs to step in and issue a recall as we know their is a lot of people who have the same problem, I have 3 children and a wife and don't us to be the next victim of an accident. Is not like we paid pennies for this car, hope you guys can do something about it before someone gets hurt or worse loose a love one

Filed May 1, 2016 · Airbags, Fuel system · LA

I purchased a used nissan 2008 armada le from royal nissan on 07/11/2015 and the tire pressure light was on and they told me the tires were low and the sensors are gone and they want me to pay for it had the truck for 3 days and truck would not start paid for fuel pump and wrecker and they said it was computer 400.00 out of pocket when it was a recall on fuel system before I had truck and when driving truck around curve it is like the truck is about to loose control from the front and rear you have to hold steering wheel tight.but I need my 400and something dollars back they made me pay for a recall part shame on them.now in april my battery went out and I changed it and the airbag seat belt light is on blinking and they want to charge me for this and it is making a clicking noise under the dashboard and rear back door now when you start it up.

Filed May 21, 2015 · Airbags, Brakes · 100,000 miles · CA

Multiple occurrences - while driving, the brakes begin to grind, stutter, and stop working. I had to downshift in order to slow the vehicle, and pull over. The brake light will illuminate as this occurs. After stopping the vehicle, it must be completely turned off for a few moments, and then it will go back to "normal." this has also occurred while exiting the freeway - not safe! Airbag light is constantly on. Many of the electrical parts are not working. We thought nissan would be the best vehicle to buy. But have had nothing but major problems. Please send recall for brakes and airbags

Filed Nov 6, 2014 · Airbags · 35,993 miles · VA

9/22/09 - airbag light staying on - dealer found code b1034 "crash zone unit fail", found short circuit inside crash zone sensor, replaced crash zone sensor, cleared code. 9/29/09 - airbag light on again - dealer found code b1034 again - crash zone sensor failed. Found short circuit in air bag diagnostic unit - removed center console and replaced air bag diagnosis control unit, cleared codes. 10/23/09 - airbag light on again - dealer once again found code b1034 - called nissan tech support, spoke with someone named mike. Was advised to replace both the engine harness and the main harness, removed steering wheel and steering shaft, removed center console, removed glove box, removed dash, and removed crossbar, installed new main harness, installed new engine harness, performed front end alignment because steering wheel and column were removed. Found open circuit in wire of the main harness, cleared code. Not sure if related but at the same time the sunroof switches starting working backwards and not opening automatically so reinitialized sunroof. 1/23/10 - airbag light on again - replaced bulb sept 2014 - airbag light on again - dealer found code b1034 again!!! Short in crash zone sensor - replaced sensor - cost $487.72 at what point does nissan accept responsibility for the defect??? In addition to above, have had issues with the battery not lasting more than 2.5 years. I just replaced it for the 3rd or 4th time in 2012 and am told that it is drained and I need another one?? Related? I think so. Brakes - I've seen numerous complaints about people pressing down the brakes and having them not work and they make a grinding sound and vibrate. I've experienced this twice but the dealer says they can't find anything wrong??

Questions about the 2008 Nissan Armada airbags

Does the 2008 Nissan Armada have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the airbags of the 2008 Nissan Armada, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2008 Nissan Armada airbags problems start?

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

Was there a recall on the 2008 Nissan Armada airbags?

Yes, 2 recalls: 23V067000, 10V349000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Nissan Armada have bad airbags?

The Nissan Armada model years with the most airbags complaints are 2005 (34 complaints), 2004 (23 complaints) and 2006 (22 complaints).

Other 2008 Nissan Armada problems

Brakes 68Body 39Electrical 23Fuel system 16Suspension 11Engine 5Visibility 4Lights 2Seat belts 2Steering 2Wheels 2Acceleration 1Locks 1Seats 1Tires 1Transmission 1

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