2019 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 | 190 |
| 2011 | 148 |
| 2012 | 135 |
| 2013 | 74 |
| 2014 | 144 |
| 2015 | 203 |
| 2016 | 107 |
| 2017 | 107 |
| 2018 | 113 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 21 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
30% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
14% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cruise control.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 NISSAN MURANO. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE AND DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD REMAIN STATIONARY FOR THREE SECONDS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190625
14% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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My car wouldn't start one morning. All lights lit up on dash, headlights continually started flashing and fan running under hood. I had to get to work so took a Lyft. I knew older son would be home from firestation around 830.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260714
I lost brake pressure at a red light today. I ended up pressing the brake all the way to the floor and kept rolling. The light turned green and I pressed the gas and the brake started working after that and has worked since.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240307
12% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2019 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH downhill around a bend, a deer was on the road and the vehicle struck the deer.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250324
Also filed under SEAT BELTS
DEPLOYED UNDER DASH AIRBAG BROKE RIGHT KNEE TIBIA BONE. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY PREPARING TO TURN LEFT ON THE INTERSECTION WHEN THE VEHICLE GOING IN OPPOSITE DIRECTION COLLIDED WITH WITH STATIONARY MURANO.
NHTSA ODI report, 20191231
5% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 2 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY, MY PANORAMIC SUN ROOF ON MY BRAND NEW NISSAN MURANO EXPLODED. SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT INSIDE MY CAR. IT WAS NOT A ROCK OR DEBRIS, IT JUST SHATTERED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190417
SAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated.
Campaign 19V654000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Nissan Murano — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Nissan Murano reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Nissan Murano is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Nissan Murano?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Nissan Murano have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.