Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2004 Nissan Armada
NHTSA data on file today
The 2004 Nissan Armada has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 463 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #10V517000 ENGINE CONTROL MODULE NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #10E019000 LOWER LINK REPLACEMENT PARTS NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #07E046000 TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL CONNECTION HARNESS NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic 157 complaints
- Service Brakes 145 complaints
- Electrical System 29 complaints
- Suspension 27 complaints
- Air Bags 23 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 20 complaints
Of the 463 complaints on file, 21 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 463 complaints, owners report 15 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,000–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2004 Nissan Armada shows concerns mainly in the brake system, with over 300 related complaints. The three recall campaigns, including engine cooling and suspension issues, highlight potential reliability risks. Electrical problems are also notable, contributing to its below-average rating. Overall, while it provides safety and utility, owners reported significant issues, suggesting costly repairs. Data is moderately comprehensive.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| service brakes | 50,000–100,000 miles | $400–$700 | very common |
| electrical system | 70,000–120,000 miles | $200–$600 | common |
| suspension | 60,000–110,000 miles | $500–$900 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Transmission fluid change
- Coolant system flush
- Tire rotations and alignments
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Brake pedal vibrations
- Electrical failures
- Unusual engine noises
- Suspension clunks
- Airbag warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2004 Nissan Armada at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.