2017 Buick Enclave vs 2017 Nissan Armada
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Buick Enclave | 2017 Nissan Armada |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 178 | 81 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,003 | 110 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 15–16 |
| Median reported mileage | 48,000 mi | 45,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Nissan Armada |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 145 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 33 |
| Engine | 5 | 16 |
| Power Train | 4 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 13 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 |
| Seats | 3 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2017 Buick Enclave
2017 Nissan Armada
Compare all Buick Enclave vs Nissan Armada years →
Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.