Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 82/100 (EXCELLENT)

2022 Nissan Murano Reliability Report

The 2022 Nissan Murano rates excellent for reliability, with no federal recalls and only 5 owner complaints on file.

Full Breakdown Compare Models

Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$507

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,600–$2,700

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs70/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Buy

Excellent standing with no recalls and only 5 owner complaints, well below 2021's 14, plus a 5-star federal crash rating.

Top Issues to Watch

VISIBILITY (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)
STRUCTURE (1)

Generation & Refresh (US)

Post-Refresh

2022 is 2 years after the minor updates refresh.

Year 8 in the Third generation (Z52) (2015–2024).
Well-established in its generation — most early issues should be resolved.
3rd generation Murano (US).

What this means for buyers

Post-refresh years tend to be among the most refined — updates have been applied and early kinks worked out.

2015: Third generation (Z52) Launch

Generation start — new platform.

2020: Mid-Cycle Refresh

Updated features and styling tweaks.

2022: This Model Year

2022 is 2 years after the minor updates refresh.

Should You Buy the 2022 Nissan Murano?

This model year holds up well. Reliability standing is excellent, well above average among 2022 SUVs, and among the stronger of the eight scored Murano years. The 2021 and 2023 model years rate about the same, so no neighbor clearly beats this one.

Owners filed only 5 complaints, and 2 of them involved crashes. The data does not say what failed or happened in those cases, so it points to no single weak part. Federal recall records list no recalls for this year, and it earned 5 of 5 stars in the federal crash test. Independent repair-cost data puts yearly repairs for the Murano at $507, a bit under the $521 typical for its class.

Since 2021 and 2023 also rate excellent, price and condition can decide between years. Ask the seller for repair and service records, and read any history of crash damage closely.

Compared to the 2023 Nissan Murano, which scored the same. See also the 2021 Nissan Murano for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Strong reliability score
+$14 cheaper to maintain than avg compact SUVs
+Low major repair risk (14%)
+No recalls issued
+Low complaint frequency

Cons

−UNKNOWN OR OTHER issues reported (2 complaints)

Compare 2022 Nissan Murano With

2022 Mazda CX-5

Reliability: 87/100

Excellent

2022 Honda CR-V

Reliability: 76/100

Good

2022 Toyota RAV4

Reliability: 80/100

Excellent

2022 Hyundai Tucson

Reliability: 66/100

Good

2022 Chevrolet Equinox

Reliability: 71/100

Good

Common Problem Categories

Other

HIGH RISK

UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2)
VISIBILITY (1)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2022 Nissan Murano — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2022 Nissan Murano? Check its history first

Visibility problems lead owner complaints about the 2022 Nissan Murano, and 0 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2022 Nissan Murano NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 15.9%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, Rear Seat)Advanced Belt Feature (Standard)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Curtain (Driver, Front Passenger, Rear Seat)Torso/Pelvis (Driver, Front Passenger, Rear Seat)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (None)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)LATCH Locations (Rear Seat)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Not Available)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Not Available)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Nissan MuranoRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3.5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$507

vs $521 avg for compact SUVs

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

0.5

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

14%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Murano

$507

Category Avg

$521

All Vehicles

$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

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.

This benchmark covers the Nissan Murano model overall and is not specific to the 2022 model year.

Value Retained: 56.8%
Depreciation: 43.2%
Listings Analyzed: 121

Listings observed in May 2021. This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Nissan Murano depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Gas

22–23 MPG

Running cost: $3,100–$3,200/yr

Fuel + repair

19–20 city / 27–28 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2022 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Murano FWD 3.5L 6-cyl	Front-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AV-S7)	20	28	23	$2,600
Murano AWD 3.5L 6-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AV-S7)	19	27	22	$2,700

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2022 Nissan Murano.

Press the SOS button during the test drive and confirm it connects to a live response.
Ask the seller for any dealer records of SOS or collision notification system repairs.
Inspect the full bottom edge of the windshield for cracks, especially near the defroster vents.
Run the front defroster for several minutes, then check the lower windshield again for new cracks.

2022 Nissan Murano Common Problems by Component

5 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2)VISIBILITY (1)ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)STRUCTURE (1)

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 complaintsSafety-related

After a collision, the automatic collision notification system fails to activate, and repeated presses of the SOS button do not connect. The driver has to call 911 without help from the car. No warning appears beforehand to show the system is down. That is the one crash-related report among only 2 complaints in this category. The other complaint describes the front windshield cracking along its whole bottom edge after the defroster runs. There are too few filings to show a clear pattern or a typical mileage for either problem.

2 complaints total1 crash

VISIBILITY

1 complaint

2023-01-11

The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, she noticed a puddle of water on the front and rear floorboards of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that water had entered around the windshield enclosure. The windshield was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that she was concerned that the water damage could cause future issues. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed to take the vehicle back to the dealer. The contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaintSafety-related

2022-12-30Crash reported

The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while his wife was at a complete stop, another vehicle which was driving approximately 25 MPH, crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The contact’s wife veered to the side of the road. The Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) safety feature designed to connect a driver to a live Response Specialist who can request emergency services on the driver’s behalf in the event of a collision, failed to engage. The contact’s wife then pressed the SOS button connected to the automatic collision notification (ACN) safety feature but the ACN failed to respond. The contact’s wife was able to drive to her residence. The contact contacted NissanConnect and tested the SOS button functionality; however, NissanConnect confirmed that they were not receiving any communication from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that they could not duplicate the failure. The contact’s wife, who has hypertension, was transported to the hospital with the assistance of her husband. A police report was filed. There were no injuries sustained. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the case was escalated to Nissan's regional specialist. The manufacturer informed the contact that they would follow up with him. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 16,600.

STRUCTURE (1 complaints)

STRUCTURE

1 complaint

2022-04-16

The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH in the rain with all windows rolled up, there was leakage that occurred. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated four days later she noticed the driver and passenger's side rear floorboard were soaked. The contact vacuumed up the water and drove the vehicle into her garage. There was more rain a few days afterward and the failure occurred again, while parked outside the garage. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer which diagnosed no failure. The contact then took the vehicle back to the dealer numerous times; and they replaced the carpet, headliners, and drains due to leakage and mildew. The failure reoccurred and was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200.

Best & Worst Nissan Murano Years

Best Nissan Murano Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Excellent

2023

0Recalls

6Complaints

Excellent

2022

(Current Model)

0Recalls

5Complaints

Excellent

Nissan Murano Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Nissan Murano reliability scores by year
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

Nissan Murano Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026	82/100	+8	Excellent	0	1
2025	74/100	-8	Good	2	14
2023	82/100	0	Excellent	0	6
2022(selected)	82/100	0	Excellent	0	5
2021	82/100	+8	Excellent	0	14
2020	74/100	-3	Good	2	41
2019	77/100	-5	Good	1	39
2018	82/100	—	Excellent	0	14

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2022 Nissan Murano reliable?

Yes. Its reliability standing is excellent and well above average against other 2022 SUVs. It is also among the stronger of the eight scored Murano years. Owners filed few complaints, and federal recall records show none for this year.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Murano?

No single problem dominates. Owners filed just 5 complaints, and 2 of them involved crashes. The data does not name a failing part or repeating symptom, so there is no known weak spot to check for beyond a normal inspection.

Does the 2022 Nissan Murano have any recalls?

No. Federal recall records list 0 recalls for this model year. The 2021 and 2023 Muranos also show none. A clean recall record is a good sign, though you should still ask for the car's repair history.

How much does the 2022 Nissan Murano cost to maintain?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $507 a year for the Murano across model years. That is slightly below the $521 typical for its class. Actual costs depend on the individual car's age, condition, and how it was maintained.

Is the 2022 Nissan Murano better than the 2021 or 2023?

Not clearly. All three rate excellent and about the same. The 2022 has 5 complaints, against 14 for 2021 and 6 for 2023, and none has recalls. Choose by price, condition, and service records.

Don’t buy a 2022 Nissan Murano without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2022 Nissan Murano

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2022 Nissan Murano does best on recall impact (100/100) and worst on repair costs (70/100). 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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