2016 Nissan Murano
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 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
13% of complaints: service brakes — 14 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT STATED RESEARCHED ON-LINE AND FOUND NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V807000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200512
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED APPROXIMATELY 50 FEET BEFORE STRIKING ANOTHER VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160718
WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK HER BRAKE PEDAL STARTED DEPRESSING TO THE FLOOR, AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP QUICKLY. WHEN SHE FINALLY MADE IT HOME, I CHECKED THE BRAKES AND THEY ARE STILL ACTING THE SAME WAY IN OUR DRIVEWAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171108
12% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
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On [XXX] I was on my way to the park with my nephew when my car suddenly stalled while turning in a busy intersection I had help moving it into a safe place I took it in to new Rochelle In purchase a car in 2019 in 2020 Nissan had to replaced the...
NHTSA ODI report, 20240127
10% of complaints: structure — 11 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
NISSAN MURANO 2016 AND ON OUR PREVIOUSLY OWNED 2014 PATHFINDER, WHEN STATIONARY, THE POWERED BACK LIFTGATE CAN REVERT DIRECTION WHEN IT'S AUTOMATICALLY OPENING TO AUTOMATICALLY CLOSING WHEN THERE'S ACCUMULATED SNOW OR HEAVY SNOWFALL, WHEN THERE'S...
NHTSA ODI report, 20170207
10% of complaints: seats — 11 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 16V193000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors.
Campaign 16V244000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS Actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Campaign 16V636000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 18V601000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020.
Campaign 19V807000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Nissan Murano — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V193000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V244000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V636000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V601000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V807000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Nissan Murano reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Nissan Murano is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Murano?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Murano have?
5 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.