The 2006 Nissan Murano has 803 NHTSA owner complaints and 4 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). The most-reported system is visibility at 175 complaints, typically surfacing around 59,324 miles (~$350 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2006 Murano?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average
4 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2006 Nissan Murano? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
visibility — 175 owner reports
· tends to show around 59,324 mi · ~$350 to fix
powertrain — 39 owner reports
· tends to show around 93,902 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
steering — 38 owner reports
· tends to show around 62,360 mi · ~$700 to fix
suspension — 25 owner reports
· tends to show around 114,646 mi · ~$900 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: engine is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 99,366 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 4 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 6.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact
year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.
What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2006 Murano· electrical
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Nissan murano. The contact was driving approximately 30 MPH when the brake and battery sensor warning lights suddenly illuminated. The vehicle also would not accelerate. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the contact was informed that the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Nissan murano. While driving various speeds, the vehicle rapidly jerked while switching gears. Also, while driving various speeds, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact stated that the temperature gauge ran hot prior to experiencing the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Nissan murano. A spring broke in the sun visor, which caused the visor to repeatedly fall into his face. No repairs were made to date. The failure mileage was 66,000. The current mileage was 66,423.
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Nissan is recalling 362,891 my 2003-2007 murano vehicles
Engine may stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the appropriate components free of charge. The recall began on september 24, 2009. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
On some sport utility vehicles, in certain high speed frontal crashes, the webbing of a rear outboard seat belt may contact the rear seat back hinge where it can be cut by the sharp edge of the metal portion of the hinge
If the webbing is completely separated, it can increase the risk of injury to an occupant in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install protectors over the webbing of the rear seat belts. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
On certain sport utility vehicles, due to the location of the forward edge of the fuel tank, in the event that a vehicle front tire runs over a small, sharp object in the road, catches it and propels it towards the rear of the vehicle, it may strike and puncture the fuel tank
A punctured tank could increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install protectors in front of the tank free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 803 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Nissan Murano has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2006 Nissan Murano?
The 2006 Nissan Murano is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average; 4 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2006 Nissan Murano?
Inspect the visibility first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 175 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 59,324 miles. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2006 Nissan Murano a good used car to buy?
It scores 6.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 803 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is visibility. Typical failure occurs around 59,324 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2006 Nissan Murano?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is visibility, with 175 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 59,324 miles. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The visibility is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $350 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 59,324 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Nissan Murano has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Nissan Murano?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 803 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $350, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 21 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Nissan/Murano.
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