2013 Nissan Murano Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Nissan Murano.

20122014
Complaints
90
per 10K Sold
20.1
US Sales
44,684
Crashes
3
Fires
3
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2013 Nissan Murano Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#113 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:85,580 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#211 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:60,701 mi
#311 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:67,539 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Nissan Murano.

Transmission / Drivetrain
13
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
85,580
Electrical Faults
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
60,701
Steering Defects
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
67,539
Wipers & Visibility
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
72,600
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
107,595
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Interior Panels:Sun Visor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Nissan Murano

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~56,766 vehicles.

17V184000Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections
~56,766 affected

Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Murano and Murano Cross Cabriolet vehicles. The power steering hose clamp may not adequately secure the hose, allowing the hose to detach and leak power steering fluid.

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2013 Nissan Murano — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2013 Nissan Murano reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2013 Nissan Murano has 90 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 13 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Nissan Murano?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (13 complaints, avg 85,580 mi); Electrical Faults (11 complaints, avg 60,701 mi); Steering Defects (11 complaints, avg 67,539 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Nissan Murano?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 75,743 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Nissan Murano include 3 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2013 Nissan Murano have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 56,766 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2013 Nissan Murano?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Murano reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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