NHTSA (USA)Critical
This page covers 10 recalls, 201 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2015 Nissan Murano.
24 mpg combined
9.8 L/100km
Midsize Station Wagons
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2015 Nissan Murano draws its heaviest complaint volume from the powertrain, where owners most commonly describe transmission failures, including complete loss of drive, rough shifting, and in some cases the transmission giving out while underway. A smaller but notable share of owners report sudden, total vehicle shutdowns at highway speeds, with the dash going dark and steering locking up without any prior warning lights. The airbag system is the second most-reported area, with owners describing warning lights, unexpected deactivation of the passenger airbag, and concerns about whether the system would deploy correctly. Vehicle speed control complaints round out the top three, with owners reporting unintended acceleration, hesitation, or the cruise control behaving erratically.
201
Total Complaints
10
Crash-Related
5
Fire-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2015 Nissan Murano has 10 recalls, the most serious being a brake system fire risk: the anti-lock brake actuator pump can leak fluid onto an internal circuit board, causing an electrical short and a fire even while the vehicle is parked.
This ABS actuator issue is the subject of multiple filings, including an expansion covering vehicles that were previously inspected or repaired under an earlier campaign but may not have had the problem fully resolved. In all cases, the ABS warning light typically illuminates before the situation worsens, but continued driving can allow damage to progress to the point of ignition. A separate but related ABS concern covers a different failure mode: a defective actuator can delay brake pressure when anti-lock braking activates, causing the vehicle to lose stability and become harder to control during a stop. Vehicles equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control may be affected by one or both ABS issues.
Hybrid Murano models face an additional powertrain concern: software in the hybrid powertrain control module can shut down both the hybrid system and the engine under certain driving conditions, cutting drive power entirely and leaving the driver with no forward thrust in traffic.
Rounding out the list, certain vehicles have a passenger seat occupant classification sensor recall. That sensor tells the airbag system whether the front passenger seat is occupied by an adult, a child, or is empty. If it misreads the occupant, the front passenger airbag may not deploy correctly in a crash, reducing protection for whoever is sitting there.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The hybrid powertrain control module software may shut down the hybrid system and engine under certain conditions, cutting off drive power.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the hybrid powertrain control module software at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The antilock brake system pump may leak brake fluid and stop working properly, turning on the ABS warning light. If unfixed, internal damage could cause an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
The ABS actuator pump will be replaced at a dealer once repair parts become available. You will receive a second notice with instructions to schedule the replacement.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-lock Brake System actuator pump may leak brake fluid onto an internal circuit board.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the ABS actuator at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The ABS actuator pump can leak brake fluid onto a circuit board inside the ABS module, causing it to malfunction and turn on the ABS warning light. Continued driving risks further damage and fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the ABS actuator and replace it if needed to stop the leak.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The anti-lock brake actuator pump may leak brake fluid onto an internal circuit board, causing the ABS system to malfunction.
What the fix does
Dealers will check the actuator serial number and replace the actuator if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The ABS actuator pump may leak brake fluid onto an internal electrical circuit board, causing the ABS system to malfunction.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
ABS actuators may have been made incorrectly, causing the pump seal to leak brake fluid. This triggers the ABS warning light and can create an electrical short in the actuator circuit, risking fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the ABS actuator and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat's occupant detection system may incorrectly identify an adult as a child or miss an occupied seat. This can cause the passenger airbag to stay off during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram or replace the occupant detection and airbag control units to ensure proper airbag operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The ABS actuator solenoid valves may contain contamination, preventing them from fully closing or opening. This can cause brake pressure to build up unexpectedly or drop completely.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Anti-Lock Braking System actuator may be defective, causing delayed pressure control when anti-lock brakes activate. This can reduce vehicle stability and increase crash risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the ABS actuator and replace it if defective.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
