Is the Nissan Murano Reliable?
2003–2024 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Nissan Murano Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 4 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 9 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 26 | — | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 34 | 3 | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 90 | 2 | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 1 | 69 | 9 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 1 | 79 | 1 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2015 | 1 | 142 | 4 | — | 82 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Murano Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Murano scores 20 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Nissan Murano Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 459 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nissan Murano reliable?+
The Nissan Murano scores 88/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 3 recall campaigns and 459 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Murano is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2020 Murano achieved the highest reliability score of 94/100 with 0 recalls and 26 complaints.
How many miles does a Murano last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Nissan Murano owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Murano will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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