Most common 2008 Nissan Murano problems
Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Nissan Murano complaints by model year
Best Murano years: 2022, 2023, 2021. Years to avoid: 2015, 2025, 2005, 2003, 2006. Compare all years →
2008 Nissan Murano recalls (1)
Electrical system › Software
Nissan is recalling 204,361 my 2007-2008 altima, altima hybrid, 350z, 350z roadster, my 2008 altima coupe, rogue, my 2009 murano, and Infiniti my 2007-2008 g35 sedan, my 2008 g37 coupe and ex35 passenger vehicles equipped with continental automotive systems' occupant classification system (ocs) control units.
Remedy: Dealers will test the signal between the ocs and acu systems using a special tool to check that it is functioning as designed.
What 2008 Nissan Murano owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Nissan Murano. While the vehicle was idling, it failed to accelerate and all the instrument panel lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission failed. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also stated that the air bag warning light flashed intermittently. The vehicle was diagnosed, but not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
Takata recall, "I bought a used Murano 2008and I think I have the problem CVT transmission issue. I press the gas pedal and the car doesn't move until the RPM is over 2000 and then it just kinda surges forward a bit. I didn't notice it during the test drive and it just showed up after being stuck in traffic about 1 hrs. I'm a little disappointed, a little mad, a little confused, and everything else! "
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2008 Nissan Murano a good car?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Murano rates better than average: 96% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Murano at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Nissan Murano?
The transmission & drivetrain — 3 complaints, 60% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the body & structure (1) and lights (1).
How many recalls does the 2008 Nissan Murano have?
There is 1 recall for the 2008 Nissan Murano, the most recent from October 7, 2008 (software). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Nissan Murano?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2022, 2023 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2015, 2025, 2005, 2003 and 2006. See the full Nissan Murano years comparison.
At what mileage do 2008 Nissan Murano problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 65,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.