Nissan Murano problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 927 owner complaints and 15 recalls on file for the Nissan Murano (2005–2026). The 2017 Murano has the most serious complaints, most often about electrical system.
- Complaints
- 927
- Recalls
- 15
- Model years
- 21
- Worst year
- 2017
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Nissan Murano years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2017 Nissan Murano — 56 complaints, 6 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Electrical System
- 2015 Nissan Murano — 94 complaints, 4 crashes, 2 fires; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain
- 2007 Nissan Murano — 118 complaints, 1 crash, 1 fire; top problem: Suspension
- 2009 Nissan Murano — 97 complaints, 3 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Brakes
- 2018 Nissan Murano — 65 complaints, 3 crashes, 4 fires; top problem: Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2022 (6 complaints).
Every Nissan Murano model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Murano | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Engine |
| 2025 Murano | 22 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2024 Murano | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Brakes |
| 2023 Murano | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Brakes |
| 2022 Murano | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Body & Structure |
| 2021 Murano | 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2020 Murano | 44 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2019 Murano | 34 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2018 Murano | 65 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2017 Murano | 56 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 3 | Electrical System |
| 2016 Murano | 55 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2015 Murano | 94 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2014 Murano | 62 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2013 Murano | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2012 Murano | 44 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Airbags |
| 2011 Murano | 54 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | Brakes |
| 2010 Murano | 62 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | Brakes |
| 2009 Murano | 97 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | Brakes |
| 2007 Murano | 118 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Suspension |
| 2006 Murano | 34 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Suspension |
| 2005 Murano | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Seats & Seat Belts |
Most common Nissan Murano problem areas (all years)
- Transmission & Drivetrain145 complaints
- Brakes127 complaints
- Suspension126 complaints
- Electrical System107 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech93 complaints
- Body & Structure89 complaints
- Airbags86 complaints
- Engine77 complaints
- Seats & Seat Belts56 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control50 complaints
Complaint trend
Nissan Murano recalls
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A broken front brake caliper can cause a loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Detached glass panels can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Ball joint separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: If the power steering fluid leaks onto a heat source such as hot engine or exhaust components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Risk: A brake fluid leak onto the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Risk: Insufficient brake fluid pressure may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Under some driving conditions, when the ABS is activated, the malfunctioning ABS actuator could cause a loss of vehicle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A non-active tpms cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.
Other Nissan models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology