2013 Nissan Armada: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Nissan Armada: 2 recalls, 17 owner complaints and up to 15 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #13V451000 · 2013 · 3,247 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 titan and armada vehicles manufactured February 22, 2013, through May 3, 2013. The affected vehicles have a brake master cylinder which May intermittently reduce the pressure supplied to the front brakes.
Why it matters: If the front brake pressure is reduced there would be less braking power, requiring a longer distance to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan has notified owners, and dealers will replace the master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013.
Airbags Vehicle recall #20V188000 · 2020 · 216,678 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 nv cargo and nv passenger van, 2013-2015 titan and armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti qx56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator May not function properly or May rupture during deployment.
Why it matters: An inflator rupture May result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (3): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Electrical (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seat belts (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2013 Nissan Armada has 17 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 23 Armada model years for complaints (well below the 80 average). Complaints peaked in 2013 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 36,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (17 complaints, 1 recalls), 2014 (12 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | Regular |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 19 | 15 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 14 | Regular |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 14 | Gasoline or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Nissan Armada have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2013 Nissan Armada. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Nissan Armada problems?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (7), airbags (3), electrical (3).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Nissan Armada get?
EPA ratings run up to 15 mpg combined (5.6 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Nissan Armada repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.