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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-NISSAN-MURANO NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2014 · Nissan

Nissan Murano problems

143 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2014 Murano?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

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.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
30 reports · fails ~85,219 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
21 reports · fails ~54,476 mi · avg $700
moderate
visibility
12 reports · fails ~50,647 mi · avg $350
moderate
airbags
11 reports · fails ~53,359 mi · avg $1,100
severe
body
8 reports · fails ~46,558 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
brakes
6 reports · fails ~49,720 mi · avg $450
severe
electrical
6 reports · fails ~38,600 mi · avg $850
moderate
engine
6 reports · fails ~80,560 mi · avg $3,100
critical
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2014 Murano?
We pulled the math: risk-weighted exposure, typical contract cost, and our verdict on whether coverage pencils out for this specific vehicle.
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Murano · powertrain
The transmission has given out. There are recalls for the same year (2014) on different Nissan vehicles. There are issues that I have never had. One minute it will go then it'll shudder and not move at all even with the pedal pushed down. It goes into limp mode. There are…
2014 Murano · airbags Crash
Fractured sternum as air bag failed to protect occupant in a crash. Vehicle was moving and hit a vehicle that failed to stop at stop sign
12/23/2017 · at 25,296 mi · NHTSA ODI #11056214.0 · see airbags pattern →
2014 Murano · powertrain
Driving home on hwy in motion and transmission quit working, had it towed. It works for 5 minutes cold, stops when warmed up.
12/16/2018 · at 70,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11161847.0 · see powertrain pattern →
2014 Murano · powertrain
Transmission slipping and dropping gears at 30,000 miles. I want to make a complaint so they have to replace these
12/12/2018 · at 30,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11161053.0 · see powertrain pattern →
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 17V184000 March 16, 2017

Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Murano and Murano Cross Cabriolet vehicles

If the power steering fluid leaks onto a heat source such as hot engine or exhaust components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a power steering high pressure hose kit, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Nissan Murano reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 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 2014 Nissan Murano?

The 2014 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 7.4/10 — around the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Nissan Murano?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 30 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 85,219 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 80,560 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 2014 Nissan Murano?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 143 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, 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.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Nissan/Murano. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Nissan. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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