Radiator Problems of Nissan Armada

Nissan Armada owners have reported 12 problems related to radiator (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Nissan Armada based on all problems reported for the Armada.

1 Radiator problem of the 2004 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 07/13/2018

The radiator released transmission fluid all over my driveway, it was mixed with the coolant and now my gears are stripped. There were recalls about this on the 2005-2010 Armadas but when I even went to key in the type of vehicle I have, it isnt recognized. There are no recalls on my car, please research.

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2 Radiator problem of the 2011 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 12/08/2017

Ac motor blower failing. Transmission failure on highway 35n radiator leak to transmission. Smell transmission oils engine light on rpm high/35 to 40 mph Nissan Armada 2011 /79000 mile.

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3 Radiator problem of the 2010 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 09/05/2014

Radiator failed and lost all coolant. Engine overheated causing major engine damage.

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4 Radiator problem of the 2005 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 05/12/2014

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle went in to limp mode. In addition, the contact stated that the coolant from the radiator leaked in to the transmission and the transmission failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,000.

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5 Radiator problem of the 2008 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 11/02/2013

I have 109,000+ miles on my 2008 Nissan Armada. While driving home I noticed my rear window had clouded and within a few seconds I saw my rpms rev to over 4000. I disengaged the cruise control to prevent it from trying to maintain my speed of 70 mph. At that point I lost the drive from the transmission. Luckily I was able to coast to a stop on the shoulder of an exit without an accident. Once stopped I checked to see if the transmission would engage enough for me to drive it into a service station parking lot; it did. I looked at the vehicle and had transmission fluid from the driver's side front wheel to the rear end of the vehicle. I found fluid accumulated in the front skid pan. Being out of warranty I contacted the Nissan dealer I purchased the vehicle from and a transmission specialist company to discuss. Nissan dealer told me they know of no problems Nissan is having like this, but I would have to replace the transmission, oil cooler, and radiator. . . . Approximately $7,000. 00+. The transmission specialist I called immediately told me the problem with my vehicle as soon as I mentioned I lost drive power. He told me I have the same problem with the transmission oil cooler cracking allowing water to enter the transmission causing damage the two Nissan Armadas he had recently repaired. He told me to check with Nissan before doing anything because Nissan had to extend transmission warranties on several models. They use the VIN # for legibility. I contacted Nissan (1-800-Nissan 1). They said my VIN # wasn't in the program so it is not covered even though I have the same problem that their other vehicles are having. How is this possible? other problems from the beginning. . . 4 fuel sending units - still inaccurate, several attempts to repair back camera system including replacing it - still blanking out or scrolling out of control, and roof console just dropping off.

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6 Radiator problem of the 2004 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 10/19/2013

My 2004 Nissan pathfinder Armada, radiator had an internal leak witch made my transmission fluid mix with my coolant fluid an now I need a new transmission and a radiator . Nissan fails to help me with my issue. When there was a earlier lawsuit on a very similar if not the same problem with the Nissan trucks from 2005 to 2010 . I have now spoke with different mechanic's and they say that this is a very known issue with all their trucks. My truck only has 76,646 miles on it I was informed that my radiator had a warrant of only 36,000 miles witch I was not informed of when I bought this truck in 2008 because had I known about this I would have had them give me a new one right away. Please contact me at [xxx]. [xxx] thank you. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

7 Radiator problem of the 2004 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 05/08/2013

Transmission has water damage due to faulty radiator. It appears coolant and transmission fluid chambers have been breached. After web research this is clearly a problem Nissan is aware of and should be addressing.

8 Radiator problem of the 2005 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 02/03/2013

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the transmission failed to shift out of third gear. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostics. The dealer noticed radiator fluid mixing with transmission fluid which caused the transmission to stall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 127,500. Updated 04/30/lj the consumer stated her husband noticed the gears were not shifting properly and soon the check engine light illuminated. The next day, the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer. The inspection revealed the valve body was bad and the radiator was leaking fluid into the transmission. Updated 05/08/13.

9 Radiator problem of the 2005 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 12/12/2012

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, he heard a loud bang and the rear of the vehicle became unstable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated that the radiator and transmission would need to be replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that anti-freeze was leaking into the transmission. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

10 Radiator problem of the 2005 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 11/25/2011

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Armada. While parked the contact attempted to place the vehicle into drive but the gear shifter would not move. The vehicle was towed to a transmission shop. The technician stated there were pieces of metal in the transmission line. The technician attempted to un-clog the transmission line but was unable to do so. The technician stated the transmission would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000. . . . . Updated 12/03/12 the consume stated when she made a turn, the vehicle felt as though it was going to stop. When she stopped and looked under the vehicle, she saw a reddish color fluid leaking from the vehicle, the consumer went to the nearest repair shop where she was informed three was a transmission problem. The vehicle was then towed to a transmission shop where they replaced the radiator line which was leaking. When they attempted to replace the transmission fluid, they noticed several holes between the radiator and transmission were clogged. Updated 01/10/12.

11 Radiator problem of the 2006 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 09/13/2011

I bought my Nissan Armada brand new in 2007. It is a 2006 model. The vehicle is very stylish but it is like a death trap. When the bumper to bumper warranty ran out @ 36,000 miles, my brakes have been an issue. Every year I have had to get brakes put on the Armada and it has to be Nissan brakes because I tried other brakes and they squeal and grind. Now I have an rather scary situation. I was driving 25mph and put my brakes on and my SUV started nose diving in the front end and the brake light came on, not to mention, the brakes would not work properly. It was catching and releasing about 4 times, each time I would brake. I almost hit a car. I drove it to a mechanic right then, and they ran scan on the brake code since the light came on during this event. The code is c1179. Apparently this is a dealer issue. I called the Nissan dealership I bought the Armada from and they told me I needed a software update for the abs system. Really? this is not a recall issue? I have read several reviews and they are are having abs issues. Come on Nissan, how many lives have to be lost or injured before you recall this abs problem? why would they charge consumers $120 for a computer update to the system if it is clearly a manufacturer defect. . . The other issues are: drivers side seat is ripping, poor material, the drivers side floor mat is sliding under the driver pedal, the blind spot is a severe issue on the left drivers side, paint chips easily, bad gas mileage, radiator leaks, strut is bad on the passenger front side, which is causing it to leak on the pavement when parked.

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12 Radiator problem of the 2005 Nissan Armada

Failure Date: 07/20/2010

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Armada. The vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance when the contact was informed that the radiator exhibited a hole and would need to be replaced. In addition, the catalytic converter has also failed and would need to be replaced. The dealer informed him there were no recalls and he would have to pay for the repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was 107,000. Updated 10/13/bf updated 10/19/jb.



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