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
- 108
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Service brakes
Campaigns on file for 2016
None on file
15% of complaints
Complaints per year
2016: 108 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 800 |
| 2004 | 678 |
| 2005 | 987 |
| 2006 | 803 |
| 2007 | 676 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 635 |
| 2010 | 193 |
| 2011 | 148 |
| 2012 | 135 |
| 2013 | 74 |
| 2014 | 144 |
| 2015 | 204 |
| 2016 | 108 |
| 2017 | 107 |
| 2018 | 114 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 48 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 25 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Service brakes
15% · 16 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
On [XXX], at approximately [XXX]., I was involved in a low-speed, front-end collision while making a left turn from [XXX] onto [XXX]. I was following a Toyota Tacoma that stopped suddenly for a pedestrian near the crosswalk.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-22
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, 2020-05-12
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, 2016-07-18
Power train
14% · 15 reportsMost commonly citing torque converter and cvt.
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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, 2024-01-27
Seats
11% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing seat heater/cooler.
Structure
10% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Show 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, 2017-02-07
Engine
10% · 11 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →
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2016-05-16Service brakes, hydraulic16V193000 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.
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2016-06-10Air bags16V244000 Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors.
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2016-12-12Service brakes, hydraulic16V636000 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.
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2018-10-29Service brakes, hydraulic18V601000 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.
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2019-12-16Service brakes, hydraulic19V807000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Nissan Murano — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 15 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 12 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V193000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 16V244000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V636000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 18V601000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 19V807000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
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- 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 15% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Murano have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.