Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Nissan Murano. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 80,300. It was later discovered that the mileage on Carvana was 179,690 on November 9, 2025.
2015 Nissan Murano electrical problems
moderate 20 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850 · see electrical across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
20
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$850
1fire
When does it fail?
Of the 20 electrical complaints filed for the 2015 Nissan Murano, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
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150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: A 2015 Murano electrical system shows serious, recurring defects across multiple subsystems including a documented spontaneous fire attributed to the ABS actuator even after recall repairs, plus chronic failures in collision avoidance sensors, infotainment, climate control, and core starting/charging. Reliability is unpredictable; steer clear unless full inspection and test-drive by a trusted independent shop is completed first.
Owners describe widespread electrical failures across the 2015 Murano. Most critical: one owner experienced a catastrophic spontaneous vehicle fire in the driveway, with fire experts attributing the origin to an ABS actuator fault tied to Nissan's 2019 recall—which dealership records show was performed twice. Other severe failures include engine stalling without warning at highway speeds with alternator diagnosis, climate control seat connectors melting with burning plastic odor, sunroof firmware failure allowing water intrusion into the cabin, and a forward collision avoidance system that triggers false braking on the freeway when no obstruction exists.
Routine electrical subsystems are equally problematic: XM radio required 12 dealer visits before replacement; backup cameras fail; steering wheel controls stop responding mid-drive; keyless ignition buttons won't engage; and power liftgates stick repeatedly, forcing owners to disconnect the battery as a workaround. Battery drain from navigation systems remaining powered when the vehicle is off and interior lighting that flickers uncontrollably in humidity round out the pattern. Dealers repeatedly claim components are working as designed or cannot identify causes, while Nissan Consumer Affairs refuses to address water-damage corrosion from taillight seals. Multiple systems exhibit intermittent, weather-dependent, or sensor-related faults that resist diagnosis and repair.
Same Nissan Murano electrical reports on nearby years: 2012 · 2016 · 2017
Failure modes owners describe
ABS actuator electrical short / spontaneous vehicle fire
ABS actuator fault causes electrical short that ignites vehicle fire. Owner reports fire consumed entire vehicle; fire expert attributed origin to ABS actuator issue tied to 2019 Nissan recall. Recall repairs were allegedly performed twice by dealership yet fire still occurred.
When: 40,000+ miles; spontaneous ignition in driveway
Symptoms owners cite: Spontaneous vehicle fire; Airbags deployed; Smoke under hood before ignition
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle destroyed by fire. Owner reports Nissan documentation shows recall completed twice; however, fire still occurred.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: 2019 ABS actuator recall performed twice per Nissan records; fire attributed to ABS issue by fire investigator. Nissan refused to assist with mitigation or rental after fire.
Alternator failure / stalling and no-start conditions
Alternator fails causing vehicle to stall without warning during highway driving and fail to start repeatedly. Dealer and first independent shop found no cause; second independent mechanic diagnosed alternator failure but vehicle was not repaired.
When: 81,480 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of motive power while driving 40 MPH; Vehicle stalled without warning light; Failure to start; delayed restart after waiting; Vehicle stalled upon arrival home
Repairs/costs cited: Alternator failure diagnosed by independent mechanic but not repaired by owner.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer not notified of failure.
XM radio and infotainment module failures
XM satellite radio stops working, requiring 12 dealer visits and replacement in December 2018. Later, backup camera fails, dashboard compass display stops working, and steering wheel controls become inoperative while driving.
When: 17,000 miles; radio failure July 2018 (after ~2.5 years), backup camera/controls June 2019
Symptoms owners cite: XM radio stops working; Backup camera inoperative; Compass display missing from dashboard; Steering wheel controls non-functional while driving
Repairs/costs cited: XM radio replaced December 2018 after 12 service visits. Backup camera and steering controls not yet repaired; owner disputes warranty coverage.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan corporate involved; basic warranty reported as expired. Owner states Nissan expects payment for repairs outside warranty.
Forward collision avoidance system sensor faults
Forward braking/collision warning indicator illuminates incorrectly during normal driving at various speeds with no obstructing objects. System triggers unexpected cruise control shutdown and braking on freeway. After dealer reset, warning persists.
When: 60-64,000 miles; intermittent; one instance at 12,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Forward braking warning indicator illuminates while driving various speeds; Collision warning light on dashboard with no obstruction present; Cruise control shuts off unexpectedly on freeway; Vehicle brakes/slows unexpectedly on freeway due to false sensor detection; Front radar obstruction light on continuously after short drive
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer reset emergency braking system; issue persisted. Independent mechanic unable to diagnose.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer diagnosed as bump-induced false activation; manufacturer not notified in most cases.
Sunroof firmware / sealing failure causing interior water intrusion
Sunroof firmware programming fails to fully close sunroof despite no visible gap. During heavy rain, water leaks into vehicle interior, flooding dashboard and wet components including airbag systems and electronics. No warning lights.
When: Unknown mileage; during weather events
Symptoms owners cite: Sunroof fails to fully close despite no visible gap; Water leaks into interior during rain; Dashboard flooding with water; Interior electronics compromised; No warning lights or messages
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle inspected by dealership and insurance; no repair yet mentioned.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: None documented.
Passenger airbag occupancy sensor / seat switch failure
Passenger seat occupancy detection switch fails to properly illuminate/extinguish airbag off indicator. After recall work, indicator displays 'passenger airbag off with no one in seat' continuously, remaining on even when adult in seat. Condition is opposite of design intent.
When: Post-recall service
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag off indicator illuminates with adult in passenger seat; Indicator stays on permanently after recall; Occupancy sensor malfunctions
Repairs/costs cited: Recall work performed at dealer; owner describes fix as temporary and improper.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall completed; owner disputes adequacy of repair.
Engine knock / engine failure requiring replacement
Engine develops abnormal knocking noise; check engine light and unknown warning indicator illuminate. Dealership diagnosed engine failure requiring full replacement.
When: 40,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Abnormal knocking noise from engine; Check engine light illuminated; Unknown warning indicator illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: Engine replaced at Nissan Serramonte (Colma, CA).
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Engine replaced under warranty/service.
Navigation system battery drain (stays powered when vehicle off)
Navigation system fails to power down when vehicle is turned off, remaining active and draining battery. No warning lights. Causes battery depletion requiring jump start.
When: 64,900 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Navigation system remains powered after vehicle turned off; Battery drained; No warning lights
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle required jump start; unknown dealer unable to replicate or repair issue.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified but offered no assistance. Dealer stated vehicle operating as designed.
Climate control heated seat melted connectors / fire hazard
Driver seat climate control unit develops melted terminals and harness connector, causing burning plastic smell. Seat becomes inoperative. Technician notes melted connectors but cannot explain cause; no fuse blown despite electrical melt.
When: Unknown mileage; detected after work hours drive
Symptoms owners cite: Burning plastic smell from driver seat area; Seat control knob does not illuminate; Seat inoperative; Melted terminals and harness connector in climate control unit; No fuse blown
Repairs/costs cited: Technician inspected; noted melted terminals and harness at Nissan dealer. Repair status unknown.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan contacted March 25 and April 1, 2019; manufacturer reported not concerned.
Cruise control unintended acceleration with forward collision avoidance system
While cruise control active and speed increased via gauge, forward collision avoidance system fails to function. Disengaging collision system results in unintended acceleration. Dealer states vehicle performing as designed.
When: 60 miles (very low mileage)
Symptoms owners cite: Cruise control speed increase fails when forward collision avoidance active; Unintended acceleration after disengaging collision system
Repairs/costs cited: None; dealer ruled normal operation.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified; vehicle deemed operating as designed.
Side body harness corrosion from taillight water leak
Seal around taillight not properly sealed allows rainwater to enter body, corroding side body harness and control module. Results in trunk popping open unexpectedly and random alarm activation.
When: Unknown mileage; water entry event
Symptoms owners cite: Water leaks from taillight area; Body harness corroded; Control module damaged; Trunk pops open on its own; Car alarm goes off randomly
Repairs/costs cited: Corrosion noted; alarm and trunk latch issues result.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan Consumer Affairs refusing to address issue.
Keyless ignition button failure to start
Keyless ignition button fails to start vehicle. Keys not in vehicle at time of failure.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Keyless start button fails to engage engine; Vehicle does not start
Repairs/costs cited: None documented.
Liftgate stuck / repeated electrical resets required
Power liftgate fails to open via key fob or manual release. Owner forced to disconnect battery to reset liftgate electronics repeatedly. Requires opening hood each time.
When: Unknown mileage; chronic issue
Symptoms owners cite: Liftgate will not open with key fob; Liftgate will not open manually; Repeated failures requiring battery disconnect reset
Repairs/costs cited: Owner performing battery disconnects as workaround; no professional repair documented.
ABS warning light / limp mode stalling
ABS warning light illuminates on startup. Vehicle may start and run normally initially then shut down into limp mode and become inoperable.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: ABS warning light on dashboard; Vehicle enters limp mode; Vehicle shuts down while driving
Repairs/costs cited: None documented.
Interior lighting flicker / electrical instability in wet conditions
Interior lights flicker uncontrollably during humid conditions or after rain. Vehicle bucks at low speed when wet.
When: Unknown mileage; weather-dependent
Symptoms owners cite: Interior lights flicker uncontrollably in humidity/rain; Vehicle bucking at low speed when wet
Repairs/costs cited: None documented.
Instrument panel intermittent illumination failure
Instrument cluster fails to illuminate intermittently while driving at low speed (25 MPH).
When: 40,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Instrument panel fails to illuminate while driving; Intermittent blackout of cluster display
Repairs/costs cited: Scheduled at Nissan Serramonte; repair status unknown.
Seatbelt warning light false activation
Seatbelt warning light illuminates falsely even when driver is belted and no passengers present.
When: Unknown mileage; chronic issue
Symptoms owners cite: Seatbelt warning light on with driver belted; No passenger warning with occupant absent
Repairs/costs cited: None documented.
Collision warning system persistent false triggers
Collision warning light comes on repeatedly since vehicle was purchased new, cycles on and off unpredictably.
When: Since new vehicle purchase
Symptoms owners cite: Collision warning light on/off cycle; False activations throughout ownership
Repairs/costs cited: None documented.
Driver side mirror close-vehicle warning sensor failure
Driver and passenger side mirror close-vehicle detection sensors fail to illuminate warning signal when other vehicles are close. Safety feature becomes non-functional.
When: 12,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Mirror blind-spot warning indicator does not illuminate; No warning when close vehicles present
Repairs/costs cited: None documented; independent mechanic unable to diagnose.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer not notified.
Synthesized from 20 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The liftgate won't open either with the key fob or mannualy every time I have to unhook the battery to reset vehicle was not in motion, opening the hood every time this happens to reset the liftgate is not ideal
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Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2015 Nissan Murano?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 20 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?
Across the 10 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most electrical failures cluster between 29,000 and 68,300 miles, with the median around 51,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 29,000; a quarter make it past 68,300. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to electrical?
No active recalls currently cover electrical issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
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