2013 Nissan Murano: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 72 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is steering (18% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Mar 2017
1
recalls
72
owner complaints
1
fire reports
71,000
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
NHTSA crash testOverall ★★★★★Front ★★★★★Side ★★★★★Rollover ★★★★★
Among the quietest Murano years (#18 of 18 by complaints, age-adjusted)4-star NHTSA overall safety rating1 fire report
Common problems
Computed from 72 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Steering (steering wheel, rack, power assist)18% · 11 complaints
Visibility/Wiper (windshield, wipers, defroster, mirrors)16% · 10 complaints
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)15% · 9 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)11% · 7 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)8% · 5 complaints
Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)7% · 4 complaints
“The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the air bag warning light was blinking. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V244000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the occupant sensor module had cause the failure and recommended that the seat frame be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 94,500.”Owner report · Air Bags · Apr 2025
“The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor had detached and was hanging down, blocking the visibility of the roadway. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2024
“The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano SL. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who would not perform the work due to recalls on the transmission. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but has not been repaired. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired under a previous manufacturer recall that replaced the transmission, however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 166,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Feb 2024
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“The air bag light started blinking. We took the car to our local Nisan dealership. We had to pay $220.77 just to have them look at it. They said there was an occupant sensor unit malfunction and it needed the bottom seat pad replaced. We were then told "that it is discontinued "! We are left with an air bag that doesn't work, and a blinking air bag warning sign that constantly reminds us of the danger we are in. I am frightened to death to drive the car and angry that it cost $220.77 for nothing. When I asked what I could do - they said "You can trade it in and buy a new Nisan"! We will never buy another Nisan!! Can you help?”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2024
“2013 Nissan Murano CVT Transmission known issue with CVT low pressure no fix only option is to replace transmission for more than the vehicle. Transmission will fail without any warning.”Owner report · Power Train · May 2023
“2013 Nissan Murano (81,000 miles): Engine warning light came on, code check revealed "Mass Airflow Senser" while waiting for dealer appointment car was running fine with no issues other than warning light. I was driving the car at 40 MPH and the car came to a complete stop "as if engine was turned off". there was no warning. no breaks, no steering. Car was almost in ditch but I managed to force steering back onto road (I was the only one at risk). Car restarted as though no problem had occurred. Research revealed same issue with other model years.”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2022
“The contact's girlfriend owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the driver's side door would fail to unlock or lock from the outside. The dealer was called about the failure and informed the contact that the failure may be an electrical failure. The vehicle had yet to be inspected or diagnosed for the failure. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.”Owner report · Electrical System · Nov 2021
“Tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan murano. The contact stated that while driving, the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering hose clamp had malfunctioned causing a power steering fluid leak. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer cochran nissan located at 3355 william penn hwy, pittsburgh, pa 15235 and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA campaign number: 17v184000 (steering). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 120,000.”Owner report · Steering · Dec 2020
“Tl* the contact owns a nissan murano. The contact stated while driving 10 mph, the vehicle overheated and lost power. The contact noticed coolant leaking. The contact added water to vehicle however, the water also leaked from the vehicle. Additionally, water was leaking from the exhaust tip. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to autonation nissan tempe (7755 s autoplex loop, tempe, az 85284, (480) 630-2829) but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 95,135.*dt*jb consumer stated water was leaking from the passenger side when car was lifted onto the tow truck. *jb”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2020
“I needed to replace the transmission of murano 13, twice in '17 and again in '18. Now in late 2019, I again started to hear cranking sound while pushing gas. Then in 2020, vehicle seized at the middle of the road, but after 5 mins it got started to drive about .3 mile. After that vehicle is unable to start, after sending to nissan dealership, it was diagnosed as transfer seal leaking problem. My murano seems to have a generic powertrain problem. After contacting nissan murano consumer affair, no help this time. They help to replace the transimission 2 times though. Not sure if the transfer case problem was caused during transmission replacement or it is a manufacturing fault.”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2020
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS17V184000 · Mar 2017
Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Murano and Murano Cross Cabriolet vehicles. The power steering hose clamp may not adequately secure the hose, allowing the hose to detach and leak power steering fluid.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a power steering high pressure hose kit, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2013 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
Drive type4x2
Body stylesCrossover Utility Vehicle [CUV]
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Is the 2013 Nissan Murano reliable?
NHTSA has 72 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2013 Nissan Murano. The most complained-about area is steering (18% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2013 Nissan Murano problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 71,000 miles or less.
Does the 2013 Nissan Murano have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.