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2020 Nissan Murano
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2020 Nissan Murano

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Complaints filed

45

Reports to NHTSA, 2020

Safety recalls

2

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

23

EPA estimate

Known issues

Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (22% of 45 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (18%).

Unknown Or Other22% · 10 reports
Forward Collision Avoidance18% · 8 reports
Power Train9% · 4 reports
Service Brakes9% · 4 reports
Steering9% · 4 reports
Suspension7% · 3 reports
Exterior Lighting4% · 2 reports
Seat Belts4% · 2 reports

+ 6 more component categories with fewer reports.

Share of all 45 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11724628, ODI 11553966, ODI 11547459, ODI 11531068, ODI 11470854.

Individual complaint reports(45)

Showing the 45 most recent reports
Power TrainJul 2026 · ODI 11750646Details +

CVT Transmission failed at 82k miles. Diagnosed at Midas, specific Transmission shop and local Nissan dealership as needing full replacement. Notified Nissan Consumer Affairs, they created a case but refused to fully replace it, offered to pay only 50% of approximately $9k.

Reported
Jul 2026
Incident date
Jun 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11750646 at NHTSA →
StructureMay 2026 · ODI 11740538Details +

The sunroof leaks into the car causing a moisture issue. As someone with asthma and allergies this is a potential mold risk.

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
May 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11740538 at NHTSA →
SuspensionMay 2026 · ODI 11740299Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while the vehicle was at Now Auto Care for a service appointment, the contact was informed that the driver's and passenger's side control arms were unusually worn and failing. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall related to the failure. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 85,960.

Reported
May 2026
Incident date
May 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11740299 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceApr 2026 · ODI 11732815Details +

It has occurred on a few occasions where the emergency braking system has enabled with no obstructions nearby most commonly while backing up into a parking spot but the recent situation of it automatically breaking on the highway while doing 60 with no other vehicles nearby, my wife attempted the gas pedal to disengage the system but it did not affect the braking.

Reported
Apr 2026
Incident date
Apr 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11732815 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherMar 2026 · ODI 11724628Details +

On March 4th I was driving my car that I had my daughter and two grand children with me which is a 2020 Nissan Murano. I was driving and as I was driving I heard a loud pop that sounded like a gun shot so i immediately look through the mirror to see if i could see my grandchildren as im looking through the mirror i see two holes in the back window so im scared at this point so i continue to drive until i could get over to make sure that my grandchildren were ok and to take a closer look at the window and to call [XXX] . So i opened the back door to get my grandchildren out the car and their ages are [XXX] old and [XXX] old. My grandson had some glass in his car seat and some glass got on my granddaughter as well so me and my daughter got them both out the car and sat them both in the front seat of the car then i proceeded to walk to the back of the car to look at the window I saw to holes in the window which one hole was on the right side and one hole was on the left side of the window and the middle piece of glass was still in but it had cracked in to small piece so after looking at the window i immediately called the police and the came out and the police said that it looked as if it was some type of defect from the car and what had happened that my back window had exploded and all of the glass was in the back of my car. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Reported
Mar 2026
Incident date
Mar 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11724628 at NHTSA →
Exterior LightingJan 2026 · ODI 11713967Details +

My 2020 Nissan Murano SV driver side headlight failed. This headlight is suppose to be a “sealed for life” unit. This failure created an immediate driving hazard. There was heavy moisture intrusion on with the driver side, the headlight stopped working, creating a visibility hazard. The moisture intrusion / headlight outage triggered a “Headlight System Error “ on the dash. My 2020 Nissan is garage parked, no accident. My Nissan has 28,800 miles. I have taken pictures, to show that the headlight lense is pristine condition. My Nissan is at the repair shop, getting a new OEM original Nissan Headlamp replaced. The cost of this replacement headlamp is $1851. And a labor charge of approximately $380. $2241.00 repair cost. I instructed my mechanic that I wanted the failed unit for future reference if needed.

Reported
Jan 2026
Incident date
Jan 2026
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11713967 at NHTSA →
SteeringAug 2025 · ODI 11683631Details +

Claim #11682497 follow up I’ll be attaching documents below

Reported
Aug 2025
Incident date
Aug 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11683631 at NHTSA →
SteeringAug 2025 · ODI 11682497Details +

Subject: Vehicle Safety Complaint – 2020 Nissan Murano, VIN [XXX] Dear NHTSA, I am submitting a formal Vehicle Safety Complaint regarding my 2020 Nissan Murano (VIN: [XXX] ) due to unresolved safety defects that match existing recalls. I have been notified of two recall campaigns affecting my vehicle model: 1. NHTSA Campaign 21V402000 (Steering knuckle/rear axle housing defect). 2. NHTSA Campaign 21V170000 (Transverse link/ball joint defect). Despite these active recalls being published in NHTSA’s database, Nissan Consumer Affairs has denied that my VIN is included, even though my vehicle is exhibiting the exact safety defects described: [insert brief description of your issues, e.g., steering instability, noises, or loss of control symptoms]. I have already provided Nissan with: - NHTSA campaign numbers - Recall notifications received through the Kelley Blue Book app - Documentation of my safety concerns Nissan has failed to provide a resolution. I request that NHTSA investigate whether additional VINs should be included in these recalls and ensure Nissan fulfills its obligations to correct these safety defects. I am prepared to supply copies of all recall notifications, correspondence with Nissan and, documentation of my vehicles defects upon request. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Reported
Aug 2025
Incident date
Aug 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11682497 at NHTSA →
Seat BeltsJul 2025 · ODI 11671350Details +

The seatbelts are starting to stick so it makes it hard to try and pull it to latch.

Reported
Jul 2025
Incident date
Jul 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11671350 at NHTSA →
SuspensionMar 2025 · ODI 11646576Details +

My 2020 Nissan Murano sl has 35k miles and the rear shocks are defective. The defect has already ruin a new set of tires with humps. This should be a manufactured recall.

Reported
Mar 2025
Incident date
Feb 2025
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11646576 at NHTSA →
SteeringNov 2024 · ODI 11628043Details +

Slowly over time it is becoming harder to turn the wheel, making a loud clumping voice when I turn the wheel a certain direction.

Reported
Nov 2024
Incident date
Aug 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11628043 at NHTSA →
Seat BeltsOct 2024 · ODI 11621436Details +

Driver seat belt latch starting to stick and not latch properly

Reported
Oct 2024
Incident date
Oct 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11621436 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperOct 2024 · ODI 11620490Details +

My sunroof exploded but I don't know why. There was no warning. Might have been a rock but I didn't see one. I had the sunroof closed but the fabric cover was open for light. I heard an explosive noise and then glass started raining in. I closed the fabric cover to keep the glass out of the passenger compartment. No real injuries other than a couple of glass shards being sharp. Mostly just got some skin irritation. Some areas on my car have scratched paint and plastic parts. I had my Nissan dealer look at it. They will clean up the glass and replace the sunroof for about $2000. I feel like it should be replaced for free as a warranty item. I also got an estimate from a collision shop for about $7500. There is scratched paint and plastic as well as the headliner certainly has glass in it. Their estimate was much more detailed. Filed an insurance claim today, so hope to have it all fixed up soon.

Reported
Oct 2024
Incident date
Oct 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11620490 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceFeb 2024 · ODI 11574062Details +

The car keeps braking like I've been in an accident when I travel under an overpass. It doesn't do it every time, just sometimes. I've had it at the dealer, Don Moore in Owensboro, Ky. and since it doesn't show any codes they can't/won't do anything about it. I don't feel safe driving this car for fear it will slam on the brakes at any time. It has happened 3 times so far. It also did it almost, once, when driving down the main street in town. It all of the sudden showed the cameras and the lights came up on the dash but luckily it didn't brake. Thank you. [XXX] . [XXX] or [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Reported
Feb 2024
Incident date
Feb 2024
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11574062 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherNov 2023 · ODI 11553966Details +

I was driving my vehicle on the freeway at a speed of 60 mph when all of a sudden the sun roof part of my panoramic roof shattered all over my interior of my car and myself. It blew up all over me and was quite disturbing let alone could of caused an accident or glass could of cut my eyes. I was quite shaken up. I contacted my insurance and working a claim to have it replaced. Then I find out this has been common in Nissan vehicles for a long time and law suits because of it, too. These sunroofs allegedly exploded because of their design. Instead of laminating the glass in the sunroofs, the lawsuits claimed, Nissan used thin pieces of tempered glass instead of thicker pieces. The reason why Nissan allegedly did this, according to the suits, is so that the sunroof could be lighter and, thus, the vehicle could get better fuel economy. The lawsuits also alleged the Japanese automaker applied ceramic enamel around the edges of the sunroofs, weakening the strength of the glass. I also sent an email to Nissan but doubt if I will hear from them. What is being done by the Safety Commission in regard to this matter so this doesn't happen to other customers of these vehicles?

Reported
Nov 2023
Incident date
Nov 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11553966 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherSep 2023 · ODI 11547459Details +

The hood of my car flew open while driving.

Reported
Sep 2023
Incident date
Sep 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11547459 at NHTSA →
Electrical SystemSep 2023 · ODI 11543216Details +

Suv failed to start, nothing happened when pts button pushed. Googled it found brake pedal swithch problems on nissan, some recalls on other models. Snapped switch couple of times, vehicle started. Called dealer, explained what happened, working now, they said they will order part and made appt for 1 week later. At dealer waited for 1 1/2, then they said could not replace part because it was working now and if failed again would have to have towed in. All this for a part that is around 20 dollars

Reported
Sep 2023
Incident date
Aug 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11543216 at NHTSA →
Exterior LightingAug 2023 · ODI 11539309Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while having a routine service check on the vehicle at the dealer, the mechanic became aware that the front passenger’s side headlight assembly was moist, and that water was entering the headlight assembly. The contact was informed that the headlight assembly needed to be replaced. The contact was referred to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the warranty had expired. No further assistance was provided. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 84,000.

Reported
Aug 2023
Incident date
Jun 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11539309 at NHTSA →
Vehicle Speed ControlAug 2023 · ODI 11536283Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving with adaptive cruise control mode engaged and set at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle accelerated independently as he was approaching a hill. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened; however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000.

Reported
Aug 2023
Incident date
May 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11536283 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJul 2023 · ODI 11531068 · 1 injuriesDetails +

I've only had the car 3 months and an error code for the forward collision worning light is on. The dealership said it should go off. It never did. It is malfunctioning and it automatically and without notice applied the emergency brake system when it's not needed. It gave me sort of whiplash. It does this often out of no where. This could cause a severe accident.

Reported
Jul 2023
Incident date
Jul 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
1 injuries
Open ODI 11531068 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceJun 2023 · ODI 11527246Details +

The forward collision warning is stuck on saying malfunction. Sometimes the car brakes without warning, activating the automatic emergency braking and stopping suddenly. This is dangerous.

Reported
Jun 2023
Incident date
May 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11527246 at NHTSA →
Power TrainApr 2023 · ODI 11516958Details +

It has happened twice since we purchased our Murano 8 months ago. When pulling onto a divided highway you have to slow down then you accelerate to get into the lane....the transmission hesitates around 2 or 3 seconds then grabs the gear and you take off. This is very worrysome for us, both being retired and it could cause an accident.

Reported
Apr 2023
Incident date
Feb 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11516958 at NHTSA →
Service BrakesFeb 2023 · ODI 11507190Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 18,000.

Reported
Feb 2023
Incident date
Dec 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11507190 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceFeb 2023 · ODI 11505114Details +

While driving down interstate the car's automatic collision breaking system activated and brought the car to an immediate stop. While breaking the information screen in the steering wheel area flashed red with an explanation point symbol but as soon as the breaking was done it went away and no other lights appeared on the dash indicating an issue. There was nothing that should have triggered the automatic collision braking system to have engaged. Had someone been directly behind me this could have easily caused an accident by them slamming into the back of my car as nothing would have caused them to expect sudden breaking by me. The unexpected sudden breaking happened twice within a 10 minute window while driving on interstate. I have driven it minimally since so I could have it looked at by the dealer to review the issue as it is under warranty and I felt it unsafe to drive. The car has been inspected by a Nissan dealer and they are unable to reproduce the issue and are not taking any repair action at this time.

Reported
Feb 2023
Incident date
Jan 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11505114 at NHTSA →
SteeringJan 2023 · ODI 11501886Details +

This is a 2020 Nissan Murano S. The vehicle has been well maintained and taken to the dealership for maintenance periodically. I usually take my vehicle to either Antwerpen Nissan Clarksville or Antwerpen Nissan Security. I took my vehicle to Antwerpen Nissan Security for a transmission flush and change. Shortly after that service I started to notice an oil smell coming into the cabin. I took it back to them twice and they did not see any leakage or anything to cause the smell. I later took my car to Antwerpen Clarksville. They didn't notice the smell but said I needed to replace both front lower control arms for $1655.88. Front lower control arms splitting, dry rotting. This car was purchased brand new and only had 62K miles. This appears to be premature wear and of course the warranty as passed, which would have been 5 years or 60,000 miles. Out of all the visits I had, no one seen this premature wear on the control arm until this visit. This doesn't happen overnight, and I think Nissan should cover this. My vehicle was seen at Antwerpen Nissan at 56k and inspected and the dealer never mentioned this issue.

Reported
Jan 2023
Incident date
Jan 2023
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11501886 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceSep 2022 · ODI 11485520Details +

Vehicle routinely triggers the automatic emergency braking system when approaching a certain overpass. Speeds are usually around 40 to 50 MPH. Occasionally triggers at other locations where no obstacle should be triggering it. Local Nissan dealer has inspected the system several times, including sending to a specialist, and found no defect.

Reported
Sep 2022
Incident date
Aug 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11485520 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherJun 2022 · ODI 11470854Details +

Unknown - (a)vehicle was recalled for suspension issue/repair was made (b)vibrations while accelerating (>35mph)/tires rotated and balanced - did not correct issue (c)swapped wheels and tires - still vibration - removed drive shaft and test drove with no vibration - replaced shaft (d)vibrations again less than 2 months after fix - back in shop - is this a driveline or suspension problem

Reported
Jun 2022
Incident date
May 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11470854 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceMay 2022 · ODI 11463513Details +

Yesterday, my wife and I were on I94 eastbound in heavy afternoon traffic, in the left of three lanes, and crossed from Minnesota into Wisconsin. The car was on interactive cruise control. The freeway entry to Wisconsin is a long, uphill grade and I needed to get out of the left lane in preparation to exit about 3 miles ahead. I turned off the interactive cruise control and pressed the accelerator in order to safely merge into the faster moving center lane. I instantly lost control of the engine. Not only did the engine not respond to pressing the accelerator, it actually bogged down and slowed. Having effectively lost power because I had no control over the engine, I tried to shelter on the left shoulder but is was not wide enough to get the car out of the left lane. Worse, the narrow shoulder between the left lane and the concrete barrier wall was full of debris, and I immediately had a terrible fear of puncturing a tire in which case I would really be in trouble. The car came to a stop and I still had no control over the engine, sitting there with high speed traffic swerving around us. I put the transmission in neutral and it still didn’t respond to the throttle, and the same with park. Finally, I stopped the engine and restarted, and I then had control of the car. When a gap in traffic came, I got back on the freeway and continued home with no further incident. I could easily have been hit by a high speed vehicle, or caused a severe accident involving others due to vehicles unexpectedly finding us stopped, and still partially in the left lane. The car will go to the dealer next week. I was so terrified that I do not know if there were warning lights lit on the dash, but I didn't see any.

Reported
May 2022
Incident date
May 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11463513 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherMar 2022 · ODI 11456422Details +

On Feb 26, 2022; my wife and I were driving down a Hwy in SW Georgia at approximately 60 mph and our 2020 Nissan Murano Sunroof literally exploded. The roof was fully closed at the time and the sun shade was also closed. It was like a shot gun blast. Was a good thing I was driving, had my wife been driving I suspect she would have reacted in a manner that would have wrecked us. We were both shook up. Hearing wind blowing into car, I slightly opened the sun shade and could tell the center portion of the sun roof had blown out and shivers of glass came down onto us, I closed the shade and pulled over at next available opportunity. At the time the sun roof exploded, there were no other vehicles within approx 1/4 mile in front of us, we had not just passed any vehicle, there were no overpasses, and nothing we recall to have hit the roof. At the time, We were traveling out of our home town, a significant way from home; as soon as I stopped, I took Photos of the roof from the exterior above the shattered sunroof with the center section blown out. I was able to purchase a heavy duct tape and tapped the shattered sunroof from the top, with several layers of tap to secure the remaining shattered glass/sun roof. We were able to travel on home. I immediately contacted the dealership (Greenway Nissan Brunswick Ga) were we had purchased the 2020 Nissan Murano vehicle and explained what happened. I was told they had never heard of that happening. We had purchased the Platnum Extended warranty with our New Murano. I scheduled an appointment and took my vehicle to the Greenway dealership on Mar 8, 2022; and the sun roof was replaced under warranted, and my vehicle was returned to me on Mar 10, 2022 with a new Sun Roof (ref: Greenway Invoice 48890). The sun shade had a scratch approximately 18”, but was not replaced because the adjuster could not determine it was caused by the roof explosion, which I don’t see how it could not have been.

Reported
Mar 2022
Incident date
Feb 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11456422 at NHTSA →
SuspensionMar 2022 · ODI 11455859Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at 64 MPH, the vehicle became wobbly. The contact stated that after driving over a pothole in the roadway while she was driving on a bridge, the failure almost caused the vehicle to crash into the side of the bridge. The contact veered to the side of the road and inspected the vehicle but could not determine the cause of the failure. The contact continued to drive the vehicle at a slower speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the tires and informed the contact that the tires were properly inflated. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving and the vehicle was wobbly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.

Reported
Mar 2022
Incident date
Feb 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11455859 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceFeb 2022 · ODI 11454164Details +

WE'VE HAD THE VEHICLE OVER A YEAR AND HAVE NEVER BEEN ABLE TO GET USED TO THE FORWARD AND BACKWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE EMERGENCY BRAKING, AS IT SEEMS TO ACTIVATE FOR NO REASON AT ALL. MULTIPLE TIMES THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MY WIFE, THE PRIMARY DRIVER. SHE'S TOO ANXIOUS TO DRIVE IT ON DAYS WITH INCLEMENT WEATHER WHEN IT'S THE WORST. WE HAVE THE CAR BEING EVALUATED BY THE DEALER, IF THEY CAN'T REPAIR OR DISABLE, SENSORS AND AUTO BRAKING THEN I'M GOING TO GET THEM TO BUY IT BACK FROM ME.

Reported
Feb 2022
Incident date
Feb 2022
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11454164 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherFeb 2022 · ODI 11450630Details +

I-95 NISSAN, a Dealership in Riviera Beach Florida received a stop sale order on this car on March 10, 2021. I went to the Dealership on 4/13/2021 to get the oil changed and tires rotated on my 2015 Nissan Murano Platinum. My existing vehicle was in perfect mechanical condition, and while I was awaiting the completion of my oil change, a Sales Person came up and began to chat with me, and told me I needed to buy a new car, and said my car would be junk in no time, and I needed to get rid of it before it was literally worth nothing. This Man did not relent all day long. I finally caved and bought the 2020 Murano against my better judgement, and I had no idea it had a recall issued on it, but they did! About 2 months later, I get a call from the Dealership inviting me in for a free oil change and Tire rotation on the new purchase. I declined, because I was ultimately not satisfied with the Salespersons behavior post-purchase. He continued to text me and ask me out to dinner, dancing, etc. until I finally blocked his phone number. So, I had no intention on getting anything further from THAT Nissan Dealership. The Person on the phone mentioned that they really needed to get the car in there because they really should not have sold it to me with an open recall, and they needed to get that fixed. I still declined, and did some research, only to find that it's a pretty major SAFETY recall, that could affect the steering loss. I also discovered that Federal Law 49 U.S. Code § 30116 – Defects and noncompliance found before sale to purchaser, prohibits the sale of a new vehicle with an open safety recall!!! I contacted Nissan, and they opened case# 45574832, about the sales experience, but stated the Dealership is independent of them, and I would need to remedy the situation directly with them. I attempted to do so numerous times, to no avail. They have continually publicly denying my requests, blocking my reviews about the Dealership and I am now at this point.

Reported
Feb 2022
Incident date
Apr 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11450630 at NHTSA →
Power TrainDec 2021 · ODI 11444676 · crash · 1 injuriesDetails +

While parallel parking, we backed into the space and when we put the car into Drive, it lurched forward at an incredible speed. We hit and pushed the car parked in front of us, hopped up onto the sidewalk, knocked down a street light, and moved a huge concrete planter. The airbags over the windshield and under the dashboard deployed. The bags under the dash exploded with such force that they injured my husband's legs, and he has been seeing a wound doctor for the past five weeks. The car was towed to a repair shop. I reported the incident to Nissan NA; they sent a representative to retrieve information from the EDR. Nissan has advised that no mechanical problems were recorded but we are absolutely certain the car malfunctioned. We think it might have been a problem with the CVT.

Reported
Dec 2021
Incident date
Nov 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
Crash 1 injuries
Open ODI 11444676 at NHTSA →
Air BagsNov 2021 · ODI 11441328Details +

WHEN MY WIFE SITS DOWN IN THE PASSENGER SEAT THE LIGHT IN THE DASH THAT SAYS THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS ENGAGED DOESN'T GO OUT AND YOU HAVE TO PLAY WITH THE SEAT BELT CLIP TO GET IT TO GO OUT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE WITHIN THE LAST TWO DAYS AND i HAVE NOT YET BROUGHT IT TO THE ATTENTION OF THE DEALER NOR NISSAN.

Reported
Nov 2021
Incident date
Nov 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11441328 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherSep 2021 · ODI 11432244Details +

I CALLED MY DEALERSHIP UP AND THEY DO NOT HAVE THE KNUCKLE PART AS OF YET SO THEY WONT LOOK AT MY CAR DUE TO TAKING IT APART TO CHECK ON IT . CATCH 22 , NEED THE PART IN THEIR DEALERSHIP THEN SCHEDULE THE CAR TO BE LOOKED AT WILL GIVE ME A LOANER FOR MAYBE A WEEK THEN DO THE RECALL . UNTIL THEN HAVE TO WAIT [XXX] CELLS D [XXX] F [XXX] EMAILS [XXX] NO INCIDENT AS OF YET BUT THERE IS A CONCERN IF THERE IS AN ACCIDENT OR INCIDENT THAT CAUSES SOMETHING AND WE CANT GET THIS FIXED . WE MAKE PAYMENTS ON A CAR THAT CAN HAVE OR DOES HAVE A DEFECT . INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

Reported
Sep 2021
Incident date
Sep 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11432244 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherSep 2021 · ODI 11432048Details +

Sunroof exploded while driving.

Reported
Sep 2021
Incident date
Aug 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11432048 at NHTSA →
Power TrainJun 2021 · ODI 11420111Details +

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that when the vehicle was shifted into park, the vehicle continued rolling forward. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic was unable to identify the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.

Reported
Jun 2021
Incident date
Oct 2020
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11420111 at NHTSA →
Service BrakesMay 2021 · ODI 11414868Details +

I WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AND MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES WITHOUT WARNING. A RED WARNING SCREEN LIT UP ON MY DASH. THERE WERE NO PEDESTRIANS OR OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OF ME. LUCKILY, THE CAR BEHIND ME WAS ABLE TO STOP WITHOUT HITTING ME.

Reported
May 2021
Incident date
May 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11414868 at NHTSA →
Forward Collision AvoidanceApr 2021 · ODI 11406535Details +

I HAVE A 2020 NISSAN MURANO THAT HAD 3 OCCURRENCES IN A 48 HOUR PERIOD WHERE THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP IMMEDIATELY WITH NO WARNING OR OBSTRUCTION IN THE ROAD. THE 1ST INCIDENT OCCURRED WHEN I WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES PER HOUR ON A CITY STREET. MY CAR WENT FROM 30 TO 0 WITH NO WARNING. THE MOTOR DIDN'T STALL OUT, THE CAR WAS STILL IDLING BUT THE CAR JUST STOPPED ON THE ROAD. I WAS NOT BRAKING AT THE TIME. I'M THANKFUL NO VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING BEHIND ME AT THE TIME. THE NEXT 2 OCCURRENCES HAPPENED WHILE BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVE WAY. AGAIN THERE WAS NOTHING IN THE WAY TO OBSTRUCT THE VEHICLE FROM BACKING OUT. NO MAINTENANCE LIGHTS OR WARNING LIGHTS SHOWED UP. WHEN I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG. THE COMPUTER DIDN'T SHOW ANYTHING WAS IN NEED OF REPAIR. I TOLD THEM THERE WAS NO MAINTENANCE OR WARNING LIGHT THAT SHOWED ON ANY OF THE 3 OCCURRENCES.

Reported
Apr 2021
Incident date
Apr 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11406535 at NHTSA →
EngineMar 2021 · ODI 11402771Details +

UPON INITIAL STATE SAFETY INSPECTION FOR BRAND NEW CAR, NISSAN SERVICE REPORTED METAL SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN OIL PAN AND OIL WAS SHINY. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND OIL LIGHT WERE NOT ON WHEN CAR WAS PRESENTED FOR INSPECTION, AND WOULD NOT GO OFF. SERVICER REPORTED THAT THE LONG BLOCK ENGINE WAS REPLACED (DID NOT OBTAIN CONSENT OR INFORM ME OF WHAT THE DEFECT WAS) AND WORK SUMMARY STATED PROBLEM WITH OIL PUMP. FOR THE WEEK I DROVE THE CAR, I COULD SOMETIMES SMELL FUNNY SMELL WHEN EXITING VEHICLE AFTER TURNING OFF THE ENGINE, BUT ATTRIBUTED IT TO NEW CAR SMELLS.

Reported
Mar 2021
Incident date
Feb 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11402771 at NHTSA →
Service BrakesMar 2021 · ODI 11398975Details +

I WAS DRIVING 25 MPH WHEN THE CAR AUTOMATIC STOPPED AND APPLIED THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKE (AEB) WAS APPLIED WITH NO OBSTACLES AROUND ON A CLEAR SUNNY DAY. PURCHASED THE CAR NEW WITH ONLY 3 MILES ON IT. CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. I AM AFRAID FOR MY SAFETY.TOOK THE CAR IN TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE CAR WITHIN 1 WEEK IT HAPPEND AGAIN AND I WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THERE'S NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR.

Reported
Mar 2021
Incident date
Nov 2020
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11398975 at NHTSA →
Visibility/WiperJan 2021 · ODI 11389690Details +

I WENT FROM A WHITE 2019 NISSAN MURANO TO A BLACK 2020 MURANO. THE WEEK AFTER I GOT IT, I TOOK A TRIP TO THE GULF COAST. ON MY WAY DOWN, WHEN THE SUN WAS OVERHEAD, THE REAR "LIP" OF THE HOOD ACTED JUST LIKE A MIRROR AND REFLECTED THE SUN RIGHT IN THE DRIVERS EYES. IF YOU LOOK AT THE HOOD, IT SLANTS UP LIKE A NORMAL HOOD, THEN THE LAST 3 INCHES ARE TILTED DOWN TOWARD THE COWL/WINDSHIELD WIPER AREA. I AM ATTACHING A PICTURE, HOWEVER IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY SHOW HOW BRIGHT THIS REFLECTION IS. IT IS EXACTLY LIKE SOMEBODY TAKING A MIRROR AND SHINING IT IN YOUR EYES. I PARTICIPATE IN THE NISSAN EMPLOYEE LEASE PROGRAM AND TOOK IT BACK TO THE ADMINISTRATOR AND THEY SAID THAT THEY CANNOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT; THAT IT WAS A DESIGN ISSUE. THIS SITUATION ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE SUN IS HIGH IN THE SKY BUT IT IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WHEN IT REFLECTS IN YOUR EYES. BELOW ASKS FOR A SPECIFIC DATE BUT IT HAPPENS ANY TIME THE CONDITIONS ARE RIGHT.

Reported
Jan 2021
Incident date
Jan 2021
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11389690 at NHTSA →
Unknown Or OtherOct 2020 · ODI 11372487Details +

I WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN THE CAR AUTOMATIC STOPPED AND APPLIED THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKE (AEB) WAS APPLIED WITH NO OBSTACLES AROUND ON A CLEAR SUNNY DAY. THE CAR IS BRAND NEW WITH ONLY 1100 MILES ON IT. CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. I AM AFRAID FOR MY SAFETY AND WILL CONTACT THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED THE CAR FIRST THING MONDAY MORNING (11/2).

Reported
Oct 2020
Incident date
Oct 2020
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11372487 at NHTSA →
Service BrakesOct 2020 · ODI 11365196Details +

WE PURCHASED THIS MURANO 3/4/2020. IT WAS A DEMO DRIVEN BY THE SALES MANAGER.WE NOTICED THAT WHEN STEPPING ON THE BRAKES THERE IS A GRINDING SOUND. AN SECURE ODOMETER READING WAS NOT ATTACHED TO THE CONTRACT SO WE DO NOT KNOW HOW MANY MILES THE SALES MANAGER DROVE THE CAR.THIS IS A FEDERAL OFFENSE WITH A FINE UP TO $10,000 FOR PINNACLE NISSAN TO NOT SUPPLY US WITH A SECURE ODOMETER READING. WE ARE SENIOR CITIZENS, I AM 73 AND MY HUSBAND IS 86. WE LIVE APPROXIMATELY 120 MILES FROM THE DEALERSHIP. WE WILL NOT DRIVE THE CAR BECAUSE IT COULD BE FATAL TO OUR LIVES. WE HAVE TRIED CONTACTING THE GENERAL MANAGER AND HE DOES NOT RETURN OUR CALLS. WE FINALLY DECIDED TO HIRE AND ATTORNEY. THEY ALSO BAITED AND SWITCHED THE PRICE OF THE CAR. PACKED THE INVOICE, AND TREATED US WITH DISRESPECT. ING ON THE BRAKES THERE WAS A GRINDING NOISE. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION. WE DO NOT KNOW HO10,000 BY PINW MANY MILES THE SALES MANAGER DROVE THE CAR BECAUSE A SECURE ODOM

Reported
Oct 2020
Incident date
Mar 2020
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11365196 at NHTSA →
StructureFeb 2020 · ODI 11308562Details +

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HOOD REFLECTS THE SUNLIGHT RIGHT INTO THE DRIVER'S EYES IMPAIRING THEIR VISION. THE SUNLIGHT REFLECTION IMPAIRS THE CONTACT'S VISION WHILE DRIVING. THIS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT SINCE THE CONTACT CAN NOT SEE THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING THE DEALER ROCK HILL NISSAN 550 GALLERIA BLVD, ROCK HILL, SC 29730 (803) 818-2713 STATED THAT THERE WAS NO ASSISTANCE THAT COULD BE PROVIDED REGARDING THE ISSUE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED DUE TO THE CONCERN. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS DESIGNED. NO ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 300.

Reported
Feb 2020
Incident date
Feb 2020
Mileage
Not provided
Outcome flags
None reported
Open ODI 11308562 at NHTSA →

Recalls(2)

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SteeringNov 2021 · 21V170000Details +

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano vehicles. The left and/or right-hand transverse link may not have been manufactured correctly, which could result in it separating from the ball joint.

Risk: Ball joint separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transverse link's lot codes, and if necessary, replace them and perform a vehicle alignment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 6, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC797.

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Suspension · 21V402000Details +

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.

Risk: The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021. Nissan owners may contact customer service at 1-800-867-7669. INFINITI owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

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Investigations

0 NHTSA investigations on record

No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.

Crash-test ratings

2020 Nissan Murano SUV FWD NHTSA source

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Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

TrimEngineDrivetrainCityHwyCombined
Murano FWD3.5L 6-cylFront-Wheel Drive202823
Murano AWD3.5L 6-cylAll-Wheel Drive202823

EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.

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2020 Nissan Murano: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2020 Nissan Murano?

Owners filed 45 NHTSA complaints about the 2020 Nissan Murano. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.

What are the most common problems on the 2020 Nissan Murano?

The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (22% of complaints) and forward collision avoidance (18%).

How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Murano have?

2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2020 Nissan Murano, covering components such as steering. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Nissan Murano get?

The EPA rates the 2020 Nissan Murano at 23 mpg combined.