NHTSA has 8 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Nissan Murano[1]. 2 of them mention a crash[1].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups, biggest first.
- Brakes. 3 complaints[4]. In the stories we read, owners describe the car slowing down on its own, a hard stop that did not go as hoped, and a collision with an animal on the road.
- Unknown or other. 3 complaints[5]. These reports do not point to one clear part of the car.
- Wheels. 1 complaint[6]. The owner describes the car losing speed suddenly at a green light, with a warning showing on the dash.
- Forward collision avoidance. 1 complaint[7]. The owner describes a warning flashing and the car braking by itself with nothing ahead.
- Structure. 1 complaint[8]. The owner describes a rear window breaking while the car sat parked.
- Exterior lighting. 1 complaint[9].
- Electrical system. 1 complaint[10].
Recalls
NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2023 Murano[11].
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2023 Nissan Murano with 3.5L 6-cylinder[14] | 260 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2023 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 800 | 6 |
| 2004 | 678 | 4 |
| 2005 | 987 | 6 |
| 2006 | 803 | 4 |
| 2007 | 676 | 2 |
| 2009 | 635 | 4 |
| 2010 | 193 | 0 |
| 2011 | 148 | 0 |
| 2012 | 135 | 1 |
| 2013 | 74 | 1 |
| 2014 | 145 | 1 |
| 2015 | 204 | 6 |
| 2016 | 108 | 6 |
| 2017 | 107 | 3 |
| 2018 | 113 | 2 |
| 2019 | 43 | 1 |
| 2020 | 45 | 2 |
| 2021 | 17 | 0 |
| 2022 | 6 | 0 |
| 2023 | 8 | 0 |
| 2024 | 5 | 1 |
| 2025 | 25 | 2 |
| 2026 | 4 | 0 |
NHTSA's counts for the Murano show 8 complaints and 0 recalls for 2023[11]. Among the 24 model years listed, 4 have fewer complaints than 2023 and 19 have more[11]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 2005 (987)[11]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2023 Murano?
The 2023 Murano has a small pile of complaints on file[1]. Brakes and the unknown group lead the list, with the same count each[4][5]. Two reports mention a crash, and none mention a fire, an injury or a death[1]. These are unverified owner reports and the counts are not adjusted for sales. Check the recalls and the year comparison on this page before you decide.
Frequently asked questions
- What problems does the 2023 Nissan Murano have?
- Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA[1]. Brakes and the unknown group are the biggest groups[4][5].
- Does the 2023 Nissan Murano have recalls?
- See the Recalls section on this page. The by-year fact lists the recall count[11].
- Is the 2023 Nissan Murano reliable?
- Complaints on file are few[1]. They are unverified, so read the problem groups above and check the recalls.
- Is the 2023 Nissan Murano good on gas?
- The fuel section on this page has the EPA figures.
- What is the best year for the Nissan Murano?
- The by-year comparison on this page lines up the model years. The 2023 row shows its complaints and recalls[11].
Keep exploring
Other model years of the Nissan Murano
Compare all model years of the Nissan Murano
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 8 owner complaints on file for the 2023 Nissan Murano (2 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA rating for Murano FWD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 28 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the brakes component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the wheels component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the structure component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the exterior lighting component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 1 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Murano model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Murano AWD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 27 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2023 Nissan Murano with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 260 hp. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, MURANO 4DR SUV AWD: length 193 in, width 76 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 111 in, curb weight 3,940 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, MURANO 4DR SUV FWD: length 193 in, width 76 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 111 in, curb weight 3,794 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov