Last updated: 2026-10-10
Nissan Murano Reliability by Year
Nissan Murano reliability rates good, and 2023 is the year to buy. Skip 2020 and 2025, where braking and throttle complaints cluster.
Nissan Murano Reliability Overview
Reliability is good for a compact SUV, and yearly repair costs run slightly under the class average. Favor 2023, and watch 2020 and 2025, which fall well below the rest of the lineup. The complaint that matters most is the forward collision system, which can shut itself off or brake hard with nothing ahead.
Current generation: 4th gen (2025–present).
Best & Worst Nissan Murano Years
Best Nissan Murano Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreThe 2023 has no recalls on file and only 6 owner complaints, and its standing is excellent while 2020 and 2025 sit well below the model's own average. Its main filings are two brake complaints, both crash-related, so have the brakes checked before buying. It has also been on the road long enough for its record to mean something.
Nissan Murano Years to Avoid
Trouble starts early. A "Key system error" left one car unable to start, and a climate control panel died while its replacement sat on backorder. Throttle complaints worry more: one car kept accelerating after the brakes were applied, then would not restart, with an injury reported. All power train reports come from low-mileage cars.
Nissan Murano Reliability Score Trend
Nissan Murano reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 79/100.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 82/100 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2026 | 82/100 | Excellent |
Year-by-Year Reliability
2026 Nissan Murano
0 recalls · 1 complaints
Excellent standing with one complaint and no recalls so far, though its short time on the road means the record is still thin.
2025 Nissan Murano
2 recalls · 14 complaints
First year of the fourth generation and the weakest of eight scored Murano years, with early electrical and throttle complaints plus two recalls.
2023 Nissan Murano
0 recalls · 6 complaints
Middle of the pack among Murano years, with no recalls and a small cluster of brake complaints about the pedal sinking in hard stops.
2022 Nissan Murano
0 recalls · 5 complaints
Excellent standing with no recalls and only 5 owner complaints, well below 2021's 14, plus a 5-star federal crash rating.
2021 Nissan Murano
0 recalls · 14 complaints
Excellent standing with no recalls and far fewer complaints than 2020, though owners report cruise control and automatic braking faults.
2020 Nissan Murano
2 recalls · 41 complaints
Rates good and above its class, but trails the 2019 and 2021 years, with owner reports of emergency braking that triggers for no reason.
2019 Nissan Murano
1 recalls · 39 complaints
Good reliability and a middle standing among Murano years, with false emergency braking complaints and one back over prevention recall.
2018 Nissan Murano
0 recalls · 14 complaints
Best of the eight scored Murano years, with no recalls and few complaints, though owners report electrical and collision-warning faults.
Found Your Nissan Murano? Check Its History
Electrical system (4) problems come up most in Nissan Murano owner complaints, and 5 recalls cover the years we track. A VIN check shows whether the car you found had its recall work done, plus accident and title history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
Nissan Murano Repair Costs
Reliability Rating
3.5/5
Annual Repair Cost
$507
Repair Frequency
0.5/yr
Major Repair Risk
14%
$14 below the compact SUVs average of $521/yr.
Ranked #20 of 26 among compact SUVs.
Nissan Murano Resale Value
The Nissan Murano is estimated to retain about 56.8% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
- Value Retained
- 56.8%
- Depreciation
- 43.2%
- Listings Analyzed
- 121
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best year for the Nissan Murano?
- The 2023 is the site's pick. It has an excellent standing, no recalls on file, and a small number of owner complaints after enough time on the road. The 2018 and 2021 model years rate highest, so they are also worth a look. Avoid 2020 and 2025.
- Is the Nissan Murano reliable?
- Yes. Its standing is good, and it ranks well above average among SUVs on this site. Most model years rate good or excellent. The weak spots are 2020 and 2025, plus a recurring forward collision system fault that shows up across many years.
- What are the most common problems with the Nissan Murano?
- The forward collision system is the top complaint. The warning light comes on, the system shuts itself off, and adaptive cruise control stops working until the car is restarted. Owners also report brake failures, electrical faults including one parked-car fire, and power train problems such as lurching after shifting into Drive.
- How much does it cost to repair a Nissan Murano?
- Independent repair-cost data puts the estimated annual cost at $507. That is a little below the $521 average for compact SUVs. Costs can run higher for specific faults. One 2020 owner was quoted $1655.88 to replace both front lower control arms.
- Do Nissan Murano models have serious safety complaints?
- Some do. Owners report brake pedals sinking to the floor, sudden hard stops with nothing ahead, and cars lurching forward after being shifted into Drive. Service brake complaints include 2 crash-linked reports, and the power train category includes 1. Most filings describe an ongoing fault, not a single event.
How we score the Nissan Murano
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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