2021 Nissan Murano
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
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
Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 16 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
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On Jan 15, 2025, my vehicle exhibited an unintended sudden acceleration event while applying the brakes to slow the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250121
Also filed under STRUCTURE and ENGINE
As I was driving up a parking garage ramp, about 1/2 way up the ramp, the vehicle slammed on the breaks like a front end collision was imminent. There were no cars in front of me, and I wasn't close to any required turns in the parking garage.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210604
2 of 16 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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A specific cruise control feature of the 2021 Nissan Murano, in my opinion, is dangerous to operate and may or may have already caused a serious injury/accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210825
2 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.
1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.
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The contact rented a 2021 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, the rear windshield suddenly shattered. The contact indicated that during the failure, no object had struck the windshield to cause it to shatter.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220408
1 of 16 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Nissan Murano — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2021 Nissan Murano reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Murano?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan Murano have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.