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ProblemsByVin File / 2015-NISSAN-MURANO NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2015 · Nissan

Nissan Murano problems

201 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
7.2 / 10

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

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Should you avoid this 2015 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
51 reports · fails ~46,156 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
airbags
32 reports · fails ~15,897 mi · avg $1,100
severe
electrical
20 reports · fails ~57,787 mi · avg $850
moderate
brakes
14 reports · fails ~35,184 mi · avg $450
severe
cruise control
13 reports · fails ~48,754 mi · avg $600
moderate
visibility
12 reports · fails ~18,411 mi · avg $350
moderate
body
7 reports · fails ~47,233 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
steering
6 reports · fails ~1,400 mi · avg $700
severe
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2015 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

2015 Murano · visibility
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Nissan murano. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise similar to a gun shot. The contact noticed that the sun roof shattered. The sun shade was closed so no glass entered the vehicle. There were no injuries. The vehicle was…
12/30/2019 · at 37,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11292149.0 · see visibility pattern →
2015 Murano · powertrain
CVT transmission would struggle at low speeds, it would feel like it was jumping or getting caught on something. No check engine light or other error codes would display. Dealership insisted nothing was wrong. After 3rd check in 6 years, they finally got an error code and…
2015 Murano · powertrain
The transfer case and axle seals on my 2015 Nissan murano have been leaking and the dealer has had the vehicle three different times, within the last month and a half, for numerous days. There was 27,091 miles on it when I took it in on 11-08-17. The dealer has provided a rental…
2015 Murano · brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Nissan murano. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v636000 (service brakes); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 15V364000 June 10, 2015

Nissan North America, Inc

Under some driving conditions, when the ABS is activated, the malfunctioning ABS actuator could cause a loss of vehicle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Common questions

Is the 2015 Nissan Murano reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 201 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 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 2015 Nissan Murano?

The 2015 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 7.2/10 — 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 2015 Nissan Murano?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 51 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 46,156 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 46,156 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 2015 Nissan Murano?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 201 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, 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/2015/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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