2010 Nissan Murano problems
The 2010 Nissan Murano has 189 NHTSA owner complaints and no active recalls. Here's where owners say it breaks.
The 2010 Nissan Murano has 189 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is brakes at 53 complaints, typically surfacing around 100,613 miles (~$450 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Murano | 675 | 2 |
| 2009 Murano | 635 | 4 |
| 2010 Murano (this page) | 189 | 0 |
| 2011 Murano | 148 | 0 |
| 2012 Murano | 134 | 1 |
| 2013 Murano | 72 | 1 |
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Brakes: 53 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 71,600–125,000 mi
- Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average
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 2010 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
- brakes — 53 owner reports · tends to show around 100,613 mi · ~$450 to fix
- powertrain — 38 owner reports · tends to show around 94,053 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
- electrical — 17 owner reports · tends to show around 71,302 mi · ~$850 to fix
- suspension — 14 owner reports · tends to show around 122,023 mi · ~$900 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: brakes is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 100,613 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 7.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — 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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Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
Your road ahead on this 2010 Nissan Murano
When owners report each system failing, in actual miles — so you can see what's likely behind you, what's due around now, and what to budget for next. Enter your mileage to mark where you are.
- ~60,000 mielectrical~$850
- ~65,000 miairbags~$1,100
- ~99,200 mipowertrain~$2,500
- ~103,000 mibrakes~$450
"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
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Nissan murano. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, but traveled to the floorboard without properly slowing the vehicle. The contact stated that there were no signs of a brake fluid leak; however, the brake fluid…
My 2010 murano suddenly developed a loose driver's interior sun visor that has became progressively worse. It will not stay in the "up" position and will drop down to the point where it blocks my view out the windshield while driving. From discussions at various Nissan online…
When stepping on the gas after stopping at a stop light or similar situation, the car acts like it's stalling for 2 - 3 seconds before finally going forward. It's intermittent. I've been told by the Nissan dealership that when they did the diagnostic check, that the error code…
While driving under normal conditions, 35-50 MPH, dry, good, smooth, straight road conditions, I applied the brakes and the pedal went almost to the floor before the brakes started being applied. I have since learned of a recall for prior model years (18v916000) and subsequent…
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Common questions
Is the 2010 Nissan Murano reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 189 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Nissan Murano is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2010 Nissan Murano?
The 2010 Nissan Murano is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Brakes: 53 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 71,600–125,000 mi; Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average. 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 2010 Nissan Murano?
Inspect the brakes first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 53 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 100,613 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 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 2010 Nissan Murano a good used car to buy?
It scores 7.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 189 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is brakes. Typical failure occurs around 100,613 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 2010 Nissan Murano?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 53 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 100,613 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 100,613 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 2010 Nissan Murano?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 189 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, 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.