2015 Nissan Murano Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Nissan Murano.

20142016
Complaints
263
per 10K Sold
41.8
US Sales
62,907
Crashes
13
Fires
6
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2015 Nissan Murano Problems

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

#150 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:43,572 mi
#236 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:13,059 mi
Crash-related:4
#325 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:40,867 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:4
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Nissan Murano.

Transmission / Drivetrain
50
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
43,572
Airbags
36
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
13,059
Brakes
25
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
4
Avg Miles
40,867
Electrical Faults
20
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
39,824
Unintended Acceleration
20
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
36,609
Engine Problems
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
48,765
Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
28,694
Wipers & Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
5,262
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
1,400
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Interior Lighting
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Internal:Cvt
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hood
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Nissan Murano

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,033,493 vehicles.

19V807000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip
~391,479 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

18V601000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip
~215,124 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

16V636000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip
~120,329 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, 2015-2017 Murano vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, and 2015-2016 Murano Hybrid vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to July 19, 2016. The affected vehicles have Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps that may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal electrical circuit board.

16V244000Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
~3,296,947 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.

15V364000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
~9,614 affected

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Murano vehicles manufactured December 4, 2014, to March 17, 2015. These vehicles are equipped with Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) actuators which may have contamination in the solenoid valves, potentially affecting the valves' ability to completely close and allow a build up of hydraulic brake pressure, or fully open and allow the hydraulic brake pressure to completely drop.

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2015 Nissan Murano — FAQ

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

Is the 2015 Nissan Murano reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2015 Nissan Murano has 263 NHTSA complaints, 13 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 50 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Nissan Murano?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (50 complaints, avg 43,572 mi); Airbags (36 complaints, avg 13,059 mi); Brakes (25 complaints, avg 40,867 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 2015 Nissan Murano?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 33,493 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Nissan Murano include 13 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 8 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 2015 Nissan Murano have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 4,033,493 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 2015 Nissan Murano?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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