Most common 2013 Nissan Murano problems
Share of the 74 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 →
2013 Nissan Murano recalls (1)
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Murano and Murano Cross Cabriolet vehicles. The power steering hose clamp may not adequately secure the hose, allowing the hose to detach and leak power steering fluid.
Remedy: 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.
What 2013 Nissan Murano owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano SL. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who would not perform the work due to recalls on the transmission. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but has not been repaired. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired under a previous manufacturer recall that replaced the transmission, however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 166,000.
2013 Nissan Murano (81,000 miles): Engine warning light came on, code check revealed "Mass Airflow Senser" while waiting for dealer appointment car was running fine with no issues other than warning light. I was driving the car at 40 MPH and the car came to a complete stop "as if engine was turned off". there was no warning. no breaks, no steering. Car was almost in ditch but I managed to force steering back onto road (I was the only one at risk). Car restarted as though no problem had occurred. Research revealed same issue with other model years.
Windows, wipers & sunroof
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the contact heard a really loud sound and noticed that the sun roof exploded. There were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to o'brien Nissan of bloomington (2029 ireland grove rd, bloomington, il 61704), but the cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor did not stay up, which caused visibility issues for the driver. The dealer was contacted at [phone] and informed the contact to bring the vehicle in for a check-up. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000. Updated 10/24/17
Electrical system
2013 Nissan Murano (81,000 miles): Engine warning light came on, code check revealed "Mass Airflow Senser" while waiting for dealer appointment car was running fine with no issues other than warning light. I was driving the car at 40 MPH and the car came to a complete stop "as if engine was turned off". there was no warning. no breaks, no steering. Car was almost in ditch but I managed to force steering back onto road (I was the only one at risk). Car restarted as though no problem had occurred. Research revealed same issue with other model years.
The contact's girlfriend owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the driver's side door would fail to unlock or lock from the outside. The dealer was called about the failure and informed the contact that the failure may be an electrical failure. The vehicle had yet to be inspected or diagnosed for the failure. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
2013 Nissan Murano engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | FWD | 18 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | AWD | 18 / 23 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Nissan Murano a good car?
Based on 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Murano rates better than average: 59% 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 2013 Nissan Murano?
The transmission & drivetrain — 13 complaints, 18% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the windows, wipers & sunroof (13) and electrical system (11).
How many recalls does the 2013 Nissan Murano have?
There is 1 recall for the 2013 Nissan Murano, the most recent from March 16, 2017 (hose, piping, and connections). 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 2013 Nissan Murano problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 67,000 miles; 31% 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.