2005 Nissan Murano
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 800 |
| 2004 | 678 |
| 2005 | 986 |
| 2006 | 803 |
| 2007 | 676 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 635 |
| 2010 | 188 |
| 2011 | 148 |
| 2012 | 134 |
| 2013 | 72 |
| 2014 | 143 |
| 2015 | 201 |
| 2016 | 107 |
| 2017 | 107 |
| 2018 | 113 |
| 2019 | 41 |
| 2020 | 44 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 20 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
46% of complaints: seats — 451 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
THIS IS PREVIOUSLY ADDRESSED IN AN INVESTIGATION CLOSED IN 2009. MY SEAT BRACKET ON DRIVERS SIDE DID HOWEVER BREAK DURING VEHICLE OPERATION WHILE TURNING A CORNER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130320
WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAYI45 NORTH I WANTED TO MOVE MY SEAT BACK THAT WAS WHEN MY SEAT BROKE; I HIT MY HEAD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW AND ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT TOOK IT THE DEALER AND THEY KNEW EXACTLY WHAT HAD HAPPEN THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY...
NHTSA ODI report, 20071217
12% of complaints: visibility — 121 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 117 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: electrical system — 91 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE AS I PROCEEDED TO PULL AWAY FROM A CURBSIDE PARKING SPACE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130726
Not sure when it started bc I just purchased this vehicle a month ago. While driving one evening the head lights went off and I had to turn them off and back on.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231214
5% of complaints: air bags — 46 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A WIRE BREAKING INSIDE THE ALTERNATOR COULD STOP THE BATTERY FROM CHARGING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR WITH A NEW VERSION WHICH HAS BEEN MODIFIED TO PREVENT MOVEMENT OF THE COIL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647
Campaign 05V319000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL TANK PUNCTURES FROM ROAD DEBRIS
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DUE TO THE LOCATION OF THE FORWARD EDGE OF THE FUEL TANK, IN THE EVENT THAT A VEHICLE FRONT TIRE RUNS OVER A SMALL, SHARP OBJECT IN THE ROAD, CATCHES IT AND PROPELS
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTORS IN FRONT OF THE TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 06V003000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, A FITTING FOR VAPOR RECIRCULATION, WHICH IS WELDED ON THE FUEL TANK, MAY COME OFF THE FUEL TANK BECAUSE INCORRECT MATERIAL WAS USED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK WITH A NEW ONE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 06V054000 — check if this car was fixed
ON SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IN CERTAIN HIGH SPEED FRONTAL CRASHES, THE WEBBING OF A REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELT MAY CONTACT THE REAR SEAT BACK HINGE WHERE IT CAN BE CUT BY THE SHARP EDGE OF THE METAL
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTORS OVER THE WEBBING OF THE REAR SEAT BELTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 06V048000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." DURING AN INSPECTION OF SOME VEHICLES AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT, IT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 06V401000 — check if this car was fixed
DRIVER SEAT ANCHOR FAILURE
NISSAN IS RECALLING 362,891 MY 2003-2007 MURANO VEHICLES. THE INTAKE AIR DUCTS, WHICH ARE CONNECTED TO THE INTERMEDIATE RESONATOR IN THE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM OF THE ENGINE, MAY SEPARATE FROM THE RESONAT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE/REPAIR THE APPROPRIATE COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 09V169000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Nissan Murano — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (451 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (121 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (117 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V319000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V003000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V054000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V048000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V401000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V169000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2005 Nissan Murano reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Nissan Murano is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Nissan Murano?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Nissan Murano have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.