2013 Nissan Murano

▲ Better than typical
2013 Nissan Murano
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:54:12.485Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
74
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2013

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

18% of complaints

Complaints per year

2003: 800 complaints 2003 2004: 678 complaints 2005: 987 complaints 2006: 803 complaints 2006 2007: 676 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2009: 635 complaints 2009 2010: 193 complaints 2011: 148 complaints 2012: 135 complaints 2013: 74 complaints 2013 74 2014: 144 complaints 2015: 204 complaints 2016: 108 complaints 2017: 107 complaints 2018: 114 complaints 2018 2019: 44 complaints 2020: 48 complaints 2021: 17 complaints 2021 2022: 6 complaints 2023: 8 complaints 2024: 5 complaints 2024 2025: 25 complaints 2026: 3 complaints
2003: 800 complaints 2003 2004: 678 complaints 2005: 987 complaints 2005 2006: 803 complaints 2007: 676 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2009: 635 complaints 2009 2010: 193 complaints 2011: 148 complaints 2011 2012: 135 complaints 2013: 74 complaints 2013 74 2014: 144 complaints 2015: 204 complaints 2015 2016: 108 complaints 2017: 107 complaints 2017 2018: 114 complaints 2019: 44 complaints 2019 2020: 48 complaints 2021: 17 complaints 2021 2022: 6 complaints 2023: 8 complaints 2023 2024: 5 complaints 2025: 25 complaints 2025 2026: 3 complaints
2003: 800 complaints 2003 2004: 678 complaints 2004 2005: 987 complaints 2005 2006: 803 complaints 2006 2007: 676 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2008 2009: 635 complaints 2009 2010: 193 complaints 2010 2011: 148 complaints 2011 2012: 135 complaints 2012 2013: 74 complaints 2013 74 2014: 144 complaints 2014 2015: 204 complaints 2015 2016: 108 complaints 2016 2017: 107 complaints 2017 2018: 114 complaints 2018 2019: 44 complaints 2019 2020: 48 complaints 2020 2021: 17 complaints 2021 2022: 6 complaints 2022 2023: 8 complaints 2023 2024: 5 complaints 2024 2025: 25 complaints 2025 2026: 3 complaints 2026

2013: 74 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2003800
2004678
2005987
2006803
2007676
20085
2009635
2010193
2011148
2012135
201374
2014144
2015204
2016108
2017107
2018114
201944
202048
202117
20226
20238
20245
202525
20263

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

18% · 13 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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T boned by a mail truck broke my arm leg tibia dislocated femur shoulder broken pelvis.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-11

Also filed under Seat belts and seats

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-20

Steering

15% · 11 reports

Electrical system

15% · 11 reports

Visibility/wiper

14% · 10 reports
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The driver and passenger window visors are defective. They will not stay up and thus create a safety hazard with visibility.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-14

Seat belts

7% · 5 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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I am the second owner of a 2013 Nissan Murano, purchased from my friend's estate in 2026. Recently, the drivers seat belt was found to be shredding in two places. I did a search for open recalls on seal belt fabrics but there are none.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-04

I am the second owner of a 2013 Nissan Murano, purchased from my friend's estate in 2026. Recently, the drivers seat belt was found to be shredding in two places. I did a search for open recalls on seal belt fabrics but there are none.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-04

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2017-05-10Steering17V184000 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.

Buy-smart checklist

2013 Nissan Murano — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 17V184000 · Steering

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FAQ

Is the 2013 Nissan Murano reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Nissan Murano is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan Murano?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Nissan Murano have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.