Model year guide

2018 Nissan Armada

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Nissan Armada is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2018 Nissan Armada — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Nissan Armada at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints73
Combined16 mpg
Typical price$32,433

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2018 Nissan Armada recalls 1

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera NHTSA Campaign #19V654000 · 12/09/2019

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and displ…

Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-620…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2018 Nissan Armada common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2018 Nissan Armada MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,975

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Nissan Armada worth?

Low
$22,476
Typical price
$32,433
High
$46,799

From 7 comparable 2018 Nissan Armada listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Nissan Armada costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,875
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,200
Total$28,075
Per mile$0.37

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($32,433) with the same model 5 model-years older ($24,245), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Nissan Armada trims & engines on record

Engines
5.6L 8-cyl 390 hp

2018 Nissan Armada vehicles on record

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2018 Nissan Armada — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Nissan Armada have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2018 Nissan Armada. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Nissan Armada?

Based on 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Armada get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Nissan Armada at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 19 highway).

How much is a 2018 Nissan Armada worth?

Comparable 2018 Nissan Armada listings run roughly $22,476–$46,799, typically around $32,433 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.