Nissan Murano 2009–2014
2nd generation (Z51) · Nissan D / Z51
NHTSA data through 12 August 20261,647 complaints, 1,233 with mileageMethod
On this generation, failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 50,000 and 107,000 miles.
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 11 complaints (0.9%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 20,500
- 25%
- 50,000
- Median
- 75,000
- 75%
- 107,000
- 90%
- 140,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5,000 | 75 | 6.1% |
| 5,000–10,000 | 16 | 1.3% |
| 10,000–15,000 | 16 | 1.3% |
| 15,000–20,000 | 11 | 0.9% |
| 20,000–25,000 | 27 | 2.2% |
| 25,000–30,000 | 31 | 2.5% |
| 30,000–35,000 | 33 | 2.7% |
| 35,000–40,000 | 29 | 2.4% |
| 40,000–45,000 | 30 | 2.4% |
| 45,000–50,000 | 35 | 2.8% |
| 50,000–55,000 | 55 | 4.5% |
| 55,000–60,000 | 47 | 3.8% |
| 60,000–65,000 | 68 | 5.5% |
| 65,000–70,000 | 78 | 6.3% |
| 70,000–75,000 | 59 | 4.8% |
| 75,000–80,000 | 54 | 4.4% |
| 80,000–85,000 | 50 | 4.1% |
| 85,000–90,000 | 45 | 3.6% |
| 90,000–95,000 | 47 | 3.8% |
| 95,000–100,000 | 45 | 3.6% |
| 100,000–105,000 | 53 | 4.3% |
| 105,000–110,000 | 27 | 2.2% |
| 110,000–115,000 | 36 | 2.9% |
| 115,000–120,000 | 33 | 2.7% |
| 120,000–125,000 | 30 | 2.4% |
| 125,000–130,000 | 34 | 2.8% |
| 130,000–135,000 | 22 | 1.8% |
| 135,000–140,000 | 21 | 1.7% |
| 140,000–145,000 | 20 | 1.6% |
| 145,000–150,000 | 13 | 1.1% |
| 150,000–155,000 | 15 | 1.2% |
| 155,000–160,000 | 9 | 0.7% |
| 160,000–165,000 | 21 | 1.7% |
| 165,000–170,000 | 10 | 0.8% |
| 170,000–175,000 | 4 | 0.3% |
| 175,000–180,000 | 11 | 0.9% |
| 180,000–185,000 | 3 | 0.2% |
| 185,000–190,000 | 2 | 0.2% |
| 190,000–195,000 | 2 | 0.2% |
| 195,000–200,000 | 5 | 0.4% |
| 200,000+ | 11 | 0.9% |
What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.
Owners filed 1,647 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009–2014 Nissan Murano, and 1,233 of them record the mileage at which the failure happened. That is enough to show not just what fails, but when.
Failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 50,000 and 107,000 miles. The median is 75,000 miles.
The most-reported areas are the brakes (22.2% of complaints, typically around 88,000 miles), the transmission and driveline (13.4% of complaints, typically around 85,000 miles), the airbag system (9.7% of complaints, typically around 70,000 miles).
3 recall campaigns cover this generation.
What fails, and when
- Brakes88,000median 88,000 miles, middle half 65,000 to 116,000
- Transmission and driveline85,000median 85,000 miles, middle half 60,000 to 116,000
- Airbag system70,000median 70,000 miles, middle half 47,000 to 94,000
- Problems owners could not categorise74,000median 73,800 miles, middle half 41,000 to 106,000
- Electrical system70,000median 69,560 miles, middle half 45,000 to 100,000
- Steering66,000median 66,000 miles, middle half 46,000 to 78,000
- Body structure78,000median 78,000 miles, middle half 48,000 to 111,000
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 365 | 22.2% | 88,000 | 65,000–116,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 221 | 13.4% | 85,000 | 60,000–116,000 |
| Airbag system | 160 | 9.7% | 70,000 | 47,000–94,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 154 | 9.4% | 74,000 | 41,000–106,000 |
| Electrical system | 149 | 9.0% | 70,000 | 45,000–100,000 |
| Steering | 80 | 4.9% | 66,000 | 46,000–78,000 |
| Body structure | 79 | 4.8% | 78,000 | 48,000–111,000 |
| Engine | 73 | 4.4% | 74,000 | 29,000–117,000 |
| Visibility/wiper | 53 | 3.2% | 52,000 | 34,000–75,000 |
| Suspension | 45 | 2.7% | 121,000 | 110,000–150,000 |
Which systems, and when
Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 75,000 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.
The brakes account for 22.2% of complaints (365 reports, 313 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 88,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 65,000 and 116,000 miles.
The transmission and driveline accounts for 13.4% of complaints (221 reports, 171 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 85,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 60,000 and 116,500 miles.
The airbag system accounts for 9.7% of complaints (160 reports, 107 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 70,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 46,518 and 94,000 miles.
Problems owners could not categorise accounts for 9.4% of complaints (154 reports, 91 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 73,800 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 41,000 and 105,738 miles.
The electrical system accounts for 9.0% of complaints (149 reports, 120 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 69,560 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 45,000 and 100,000 miles.
The steering accounts for 4.9% of complaints (80 reports, 56 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 66,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 46,500 and 77,900 miles.
Differences between model years
Within this generation, complaint volume is not constant across model years. The 2009 model year drew the most — 805 complaints — while 2013 drew the fewest at 90. The median year sits at 181.
That makes 2009 an outlier: roughly 4.4 times the median year of this generation. A single year standing that far apart usually reflects either a first-year issue that was later corrected, or a component change introduced for that year. Anyone shopping this generation has a straightforward reason to prefer a different year, all else being equal.
Recalls and what they cover
NHTSA records 3 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.
Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.
Reported severity
Of the 1,647 complaints filed against this generation, 75 reported a crash; 12 reported a fire; 76 reported an injury; 2 reported a fatality. Crash-involved reports represent 4.6% of the total.
These are owner-reported outcomes, not verified investigations, and they are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. They are included because the distinction between a fault that strands a car and a fault that causes a collision is the one that matters most, and it is not visible in a complaint count alone.
What this means if you are buying one
For a buyer, failures on this generation are spread rather than concentrated: the middle half falls between 50,000 and 107,000 miles, with a median of 75,000. There is no single mileage threshold to watch, which means condition and maintenance records are more informative than the odometer.
On inspection, the brakes and the transmission and driveline are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. The transmission and driveline in particular shows a median failure mileage of 85,000, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.
None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.
Documented problems
Transmission — Xtronic CVT 2009–2014
Continued CVT failures. On the 2nd-generation JATCO unit the most commonly cited single root cause is failure of the flow control valve in the front pump — one estimate attributes up to 90% of failures to that part. Downstream, overheated fluid lets the steel belt slip against the pulleys, shedding metal debris through the unit. Symptoms: judder, delayed acceleration, sudden loss of power.
Glass — Panoramic Sunroof 2009–2014
Reports of spontaneous shattering of the panoramic sunroof glass, a complaint pattern shared across several Nissan models of this era.
By model year
| Year | Complaints | With mileage |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 805 | 647 |
| 2010 | 222 | 163 |
| 2011 | 190 | 130 |
| 2012 | 167 | 119 |
| 2013 | 90 | 64 |
| 2014 | 173 | 110 |
Recalls (3)
| Campaign | Date | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 18V916000 | 2019-02-07 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/Module |
| 17V184000 | 2017-05-10 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, and Connections |
| 12V068000 | 2012-02-15 | Tires:pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems |
What owners reported
Vehicle has developed a soft brake pedal that requires the pedal be depressed completely to the floor to initiate braking. Brake pads, brake fluid, and brake lines have been checked with no apparent issues. Numerous owners of this vehicle make/model are reporting this same issue with no apparent resolution. I'm…
2009 · 3 miles · Brakes
2009 Nissan Murano, the brakes goes soft and all the way to the floor but does not stop at all! We had multiple close calls. The brake pads were replaced twice, bled few times; got the master cylinder checked; multiple times by different mechanics. The dealership said that there was nothing wrong first time. Last…
2009 · 10 miles · Brakes
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Nissan Murano. Immediately after purchasing the vehicle, the contact noticed that it vibrated while driving 40-50 MPH. The dealer changed the tires three times, but the failure continues. The failure mileage was 30 and current mileage was 250. Updated 03/18/08. *Lj the consumer stated…
2009 · 30 miles · Tyres
Recently had to replace the anti-lock brake (ABS) actuator pump on my 2009 Nissan Murano. The vehicle started up fine with no problems and was able to make it to the highway with no issue at all. It was late at night so there was no traffic at all and we were traveling for about 30 minutes on cruise control (no need…
2009 · 30 miles · Brakes
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