Airbag complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 11% | — |
| 2025 | 2 | 10% | — |
| 2021 | 1 | 8% | — |
| 2020 | 1 | 4% | — |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2018 | 3 | 4% | 80,000 miles |
| 2017 | 12 | 15% | 70,000 miles |
| 2015 | 8 | 38% | 106,000 miles |
| 2014 | 3 | 25% | 98,000 miles |
| 2013 | 3 | 18% | 90,000 miles |
| 2012 | 2 | 12% | 102,000 miles |
| 2011 | 4 | 10% | 84,000 miles |
| 2010 | 6 | 13% | 12,000 miles |
| 2009 | 2 | 9% | 266,000 miles |
| 2008 | 11 | 7% | 90,000 miles |
| 2007 | 5 | 6% | 160,000 miles |
| 2006 | 22 | 8% | 124,000 miles |
| 2005 | 34 | 9% | 72,000 miles |
| 2004 | 23 | 5% | 83,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (front, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflators).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light continually blinked off and on. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously service for the same failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
My wife was forced off the highway after dropping our 5 children at camp. She was forced off the highway and she hit a large tree at 50+MPH. She did have her seatbelt on, but all of her airbags failed to deploy. She has suffered multiple injuries to include whiplash, strained muscles, neurological compromised with burning, tingling into her upper extremities, headaches, and multiple other injuries. The vehicle was inspected and declared a total loss by USAA our insurance provider. The vehicle has also been inspected by Nissan Motor Corporation on 8/25/21. We have not received any feedback or report regarding their inspection to date. This vehicle was purchased new by us in 09/17, it has been serviced by our dealership since it was purchased, it did not have any warning lights or other symptoms of maintenance problems or failures prior to the accident. …
My husband and I were in 2 front end collisions in my 2017 Nissan Armada and were going at least 50+ mph when someone pulled out in front of us and we t-boned a full size pick up truck. The airbags failed to deploy both times which is extremely alarming to me. We both made it out okay but have severe back and leg pain and constant headaches. We were lucky. It could have been much worse but if airbags would have deployed, it wouldn't have been so bad. This needs to be addressed asap.
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the air bag warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the air bag system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V188000 (AIR BAGS); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 106,229.
Air Bag indicator Light on, failed clockspring. Checked and verified by two certified dealers: C&E Tire and Auto on 10/17/25 estimated repair: $2,024.28 Nissan of Clearwater, FL on 10/28/25 estimated repair: $1,842.31 This model has recalls for airbags, but NOT my VIN#. Please answer why the 2015 Nissan Armada has recalls with its airbags, my 2025 Nissan Armada has a failed airbag, and my 2015 Nissan Armada is not covered?
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 97,600.
I have brought this vehicle to glendale Nissan twice for repair of air bag recall. Warning light came back on following day. Upon second occasion service tech said that they had changed air bag component, however there was a deleted code stored previously that somehow re-activated. He said they had cleared it and that I should monitor it. Light continues to be on. I'm concerned about safety of driving it any longer. I'm at a loss at what my options are.
On March 12, 2022 the supplemental air bag warning light came on in my vehicle. Nothing new has happened. When I looked in my manual that came with the vehicle it stated it needed servicing. It is flashing intermittently. If not checked and repaired it may not function properly. I have not received any recall on this issue, however, this appears to be a manufacturer issue.
Related recalls (3)
Air bags › Frontal
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.
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.
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
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.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020.
Air bags › Side/window
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.
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.
NHTSA investigations
Side air bag non-deployment
The subject vehicles are equipped with optional seat-mounted side air bags.all vehicles are equipped with standard frontal air bags and side air curtains.installation of the incorrect SRS diagnosis sensor unit does not impair deployment of the frontal air bag and side air curtain in the event of a crash.no reports of non-deployment of the subject seat-mounted side air bags have been received by the manufacturer or…
Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Armada years have airbag problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2005 (34), 2004 (23), 2006 (22), 2017 (12) and 2008 (11) model years. Airbag complaints make up 9% of all complaints for the 2005.
Is there a recall for Nissan Armada airbag problems?
Yes — 3 recalls, including 23V-067 (frontal, Feb 10, 2023); 20V-188 (inflator module, Mar 30, 2020); 10V-349 (side/window, Jul 22, 2010). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Nissan Armada airbag problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 92,000 miles; 21% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the frontal › sensor/control module (5 mentions), followed by the frontal (5).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.