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2015 Nissan Murano: recalls and problems

5 recalls and 203 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train.

5recalls
203complaints
10crashes reported
5fires reported
6injuries reported
2 recalls with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Power Train51 · 25%
  • Unknown Or Other32 · 16%
  • Air Bags32 · 16%
  • Service Brakes25 · 12%
  • Vehicle Speed Control20 · 10%
  • Electrical System19 · 9%
  • Engine18 · 9%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System9 · 4%
  • Forward Collision Avoidance7 · 3%
  • Visibility/Wiper7 · 3%

What owners report

Unknown Or Other

Beginning 4/2025 undercarriage parts of the splash guard began breaking loose and flying off my vehicle while driving. 6/2025 the passenger wheel surround flew off while driving 60 mph over a bridge, thank god there was no oncoming traffic. it caused damage to my tires however that i replaced. over the last year more parts, including the drivers side wheel surround have come off while driving. i was able to go back t

Unknown Or Other

The transfer case on my nissan murano developed an oil leak. a leaking transfer case that is low or complete loss can cause overheating, internal damage or sudden failure of the transfer case while driving, resulting in a loss of power to the wheels, unexpected vehicle deceleration, loss of all-wheel drive capability increasing the risk of crash creating a safety hazard. no warnings from the car are giving that this

Steering,Electrical System,Engine

While driving down the highway 5/10/26, the vehicle completely shut down at 75 mph. the dash went black, everything shut down, and the steering wheel locked. no warning lights came on. i immediately hit the brakes and tried to veer to the right. luckily, i was in the right lane and was able to get to the edge of the shoulder. my son and i sat there in shock. a few seconds later, i hit the ignition button, and the ve

Power Train

This statement is to the best of my knowledge. i was driving my 2015 nissan murano and when i was almost back to mine [xxx] house the transmission stopped working. i took it and had it towed over gilman nissan in rosenberg. i have a warranty on it through endurance warranty company. they came and inspect the transmission. they indicated that the transmission fell, but also i know that nissan recall these transmissio

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2015 Nissan Murano SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2015 Nissan Murano SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Murano. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.