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2010 Nissan Armada

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.

Nissan Armada
Pictured: 2023 Nissan Armada SL in Aspen White TriCoat, front left. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Body styles
4dr SUV 4WD Le
Engines
5.6L 8-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
FFV, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
15 combined · 12 city / 18 hwy
Length
206.7 in
Curb weight
5,847 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 15 MPG combined, 28% below the 2010 SUV - average of 20.7 MPG.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2010 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2010 Nissan Armada is a SUV - offered with a 5.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 207 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 123-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,847 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (12 city / 18 highway), 28% worse than the 2010 SUV - average of 20.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,450 a year in fuel.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.

What changed for 2010

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2009 Armada — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2009; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2009 Armada →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV 4WD Le206.7 in78.7 in78.7 in123.2 in67.7 / 68.1 in5,847 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Armada 2WD FFV FFV5.6L 8-cylAutomatic 5-spdRear-Wheel Drive12 / 18 / 15-28%$4,450592
Armada 2WD5.6L 8-cylAutomatic 5-spdRear-Wheel Drive12 / 18 / 14-32%$4,800635
Armada 4WD5.6L 8-cylAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel Drive12 / 18 / 14-23%$4,800635
Armada 4WD FFV FFV5.6L 8-cylAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel Drive12 / 18 / 14-23%$4,800635
Spend $10,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20.7 MPG2010 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 Nissan Armada under the current (2011+) test program.

Similar 2010 SUV -s

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2010 Nissan Armada (this car)15 MPGNot rated4
2010 Toyota Land Cruiser15 MPGNot rated6
2010 Chevrolet Tahoe22 MPGNot rated4
2010 Ford Expedition16 MPGNot rated0
2010 Toyota Sequoia16 MPGNot rated9
2010 GMC Acadia19 MPGNot rated4
2010 Chevrolet Traverse19 MPGNot rated5

Recalls (4)

Air Bags › Frontal · Feb 10, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V067000 · 404,690 vehicles

Problem
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.
Fix
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.
Seats · Aug 9, 2010

NHTSA campaign 10V371000 · 174 vehicles

Problem
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 NISSAN ARMADA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 7, 2010 THROUGH JUNE 11, 2010. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 207, "SEATING SYSTEMS." THE SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT HINGE ASSEMBLY WAS MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. THIS MAY PREVENT THE REAR CENTER SEATBACK FROM FULLY LOCKING IN THE IN-USE (UPRIGHT) POSITION.
Risk
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Fix
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT HINGES/LOCK FOR PROPER FUNCTION. IF THE SEAT DOES NOT LOCK AS DESIGNED, THE SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT HINGE ASSEMBLY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm · May 14, 2010

NHTSA campaign 10V208000 · 41,649 vehicles

Problem
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, QX56, FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 19, 2009 THROUGH MARCH 3, 2010. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY HAS TWO CYLINDRICAL COLLARS FORMING THE INBOARD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO THE CHASSIS. DUE TO AN IMPROPER WELDING PROCESS SOME COLLARS MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS.
Risk
IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Fix
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals And Linkages · Mar 2, 2010

NHTSA campaign 10V072000 · 179,383 vehicles

Problem
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 NISSAN QUEST VEHICLES. THE BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN END WAS NOT SPIN-FORMED TO SPECIFICATION DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY. THE PIVOT PIN COULD SLIDE AND CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PARTIALLY DISENGAGE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET.
Risk
THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE UNUSUAL AND NOTICEABLE LOOSENESS IN THE PEDAL AND A REDUCTION IN BRAKING FORCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix
DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE PIVOT PIN HAD BEEN FORMED PROPERLY AND WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2010 Nissan Armada is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

30Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
127,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Unknown Or Other10
Air Bags5
Engine4
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Power Train2
Service Brakes2
Suspension2
Electrical System2
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
15/07: 116/04: 116/06: 116/08: 117/09: 117/10: 117/12: 118/03: 318/05: 119/01: 119/02: 119/07: 119/08: 119/09: 220/03: 220/06: 121/01: 122/02: 222/07: 122/09: 123/08: 124/08: 225/04: 125/10: 115/0716/0817/1219/0119/0820/0622/0724/08max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2010 Nissan Armada buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Air Bags — 5 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  3. Engine — 4 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Fuel/Propulsion System — 3 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 127,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Nissan Armada. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Armada years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Armada18209.8 inNot rated29
2025 Armada18209.8 inNot rated221
2024 Armada16209.1 in★★★★★14
2023 Armada16209.1 in★★★★★15
2022 Armada16209.1 inNot rated19
2021 Armada16209.1 inNot rated213
2020 Armada16209.1 in★★★★★227
2019 Armada16209.1 in★★★★★179
2018 Armada16209.1 in★★★★★176
2017 Armada16209.1 inNot rated081
2015 Armada15206.7 inNot rated321
2014 Armada15206.7 inNot rated113

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →