Recall 14V803 affects 194 2015 Nissan Armada vehicles because the parking pawl can fail to engage. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 194 2015 Armada vehicles because interference between the parking rod and transmission housing can keep the parking pawl from fully engaging. The vehicle can move with the shifter in Park, increasing crash risk, and Nissan dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The automatic transmission in the 2015 Nissan Armada uses a parking rod and parking pawl to hold the vehicle when the shifter is placed in Park. The parking pawl is a metal locking piece inside the transmission. When it seats correctly, it locks into the transmission gear set and helps keep the SUV from moving while parked.
On affected Armadas, the hole for the parking rod in the transmission housing was machined too shallow after a loose fixing bolt changed a supplier die setup. That shallow hole creates interference between the parking rod and the transmission housing. The rod cannot move through its full travel, so the parking pawl does not fully seat in the Park position.
There is no warning sign before failure. The shifter can appear to be in Park even when the pawl is not fully engaged, so owners should treat the defect as internal to the transmission rather than something they can hear or feel first.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Nissan Armada | automatic transmission |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 194 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015 Nissan Armada is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
The defect can let the Armada move even when the shifter is in Park, increasing crash risk. Use the parking brake every time you park and schedule the recall repair soon. No warning sign is listed before the vehicle moves. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Nissan Armada is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free transmission inspection and replacement if needed; this fixes the parking pawl engagement problem that lets the Armada move while in Park.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V803 when you call.
- Set the parking brake every time you park until the dealer completes the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician inspects the casting date stamp on the transmission housing. If the stamp shows an affected transmission, the technician replaces the transmission. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Nissan. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the subject vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies to prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 16, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| December 16, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 19, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
| January 19, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V803?
Recall 14V803 covers 194 2015 Nissan Armada vehicles with a transmission parking-pawl issue. Interference between the parking rod and transmission housing can stop Park from fully engaging, which can let the vehicle move while the shifter is in Park and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2015 Nissan Armada is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Armada is included in recall 14V803. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the transmission inspection. The dealer will inspect the casting date stamp on the transmission housing and replace the affected transmission for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Nissan dealers will inspect the transmission housing and replace the affected transmission free of charge if your 2015 Armada is included in recall 14V803.
Is it safe to park my Nissan Armada in Park?
Use extra care until the dealer checks your vehicle. Recall 14V803 involves a parking-pawl condition that can let the Armada move even when the shifter is in Park. Set the parking brake, avoid parking on steep grades, and schedule the free dealer inspection if your VIN is included.
What if I bought my Nissan Armada used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2015 Armada is included, then reference recall 14V803 when you call a franchised Nissan dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V803000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V803 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V803000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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