2014 Nissan Murano Problems & Complaints

Average16% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Murano at the same age

Owners have filed 145 complaints about the 2014 Nissan Murano with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the Murano at the same age. The most reported problem area is the transmission & drivetrain (31 complaints, typically around 96,000 miles). One recall covers this model year.

145complaints
1recalls
6crashes
0fires
13injuries
1deaths

Most common 2014 Nissan Murano problems

  • Other / not specified~56,000 miles
    3927%
  • 3121%
  • Steering~52,000 miles
    2316%
  • 2114%
  • Air bags~30,000 miles
    118%
  • Body & structure~41,000 miles
    107%
  • Electrical system~70,000 miles
    86%
  • Engine & cooling~126,000 miles
    86%
  • Brakes~44,000 miles
    64%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~11,000 miles
    43%
  • Speed control & acceleration~112,000 miles
    43%
  • Driver assistance~1,000 miles
    32%
  • Wheels & tires~61,000 miles
    21%
  • Seats~119,000 miles
    11%
  • Locks & latches~35,000 miles
    11%
  • Suspension
    11%

Share of the 145 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Nissan Murano complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Nissan Murano. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Murano years: 2022, 2023, 2021. Years to avoid: 2015, 2025, 2005, 2003, 2006. Compare all years →

2014 Nissan Murano recalls (1)

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

NHTSA recall 17V-184 · Mar 16, 2017 · 56,766 vehicles

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 2014 Nissan Murano owners say

Transmission & drivetrain all 31 →

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that multiple issues were experienced with the vehicle while driving, including the following: the transmission has odd noises, is not changing gears properly, and emits a burning smell; the vehicle randomly overheats; the brake fluid bubbles when the vehicle is turned on; the AC compressor has failed three times; and the serpentine belt and power steering fluid randomly fail. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a pressure test was performed indicating issues with the Continuously Variable Transmission, engine, and brakes. Only the AC compressor was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 125,600.

Automatic transmission › Internal › CVT › Belt · 126,000 miles · Mar 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that there was a delay in response while the vehicle was shifting gears. The check engine warning light was illuminated indicating that the engine was overheating. The contact stated that whenever the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle would fail to respond. The failure would occur after driving the vehicle for approximately an hour. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission failed. The mechanic replaced the battery. There was no repair performed on the transmission. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.

55,000 miles · Jun 2021

Steering all 23 →

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the AC compressor became inoperable. The contact stated that the power steering fluid was making an abnormal sound like the fluid was boiling. The message "Maintenance Other" was displayed, and the front air bags warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed, and determined that the AC compressor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, where it was determined that the AC compressor and the serpentine belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, there was no repair performed on the steering system. The contact researched and was made aware of an undisclosed recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. …

Hydraulic power assist › Power steering fluid · 180,000 miles · Apr 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while parking or making right turns, a clicking noise was heard coming from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the power steering hose was leaking and needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V184000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 165,000.

165,000 miles · Aug 2026

Windows, wipers & sunroof all 21 →

My driver side sun visor has failed. It will not stay up in the home position nor will it stay against the windshield. It has simply flopped down and is blocking my view through the windshield. The only way I can operate my Murano is to move the visor to the left against the window of the driver's door. From the research I have done I have gleaned that this is an intrinsic design flaw common on all Murano and Rouge vehicles. And replacing it with an OEM sun visor at the dealership will not remedy the problem since the one they install will also fail eventually. Nissan has turned a deaf ear and blind eye to this critical safety hazard that obstructs the driver's forward view. There should be a recall on these visors. But don't hold your breath waiting for that to happen. …

Sep 2021

Car won't start. Taken to dealership four times in one month and continues to have issues. Originally told it was the ipdm module which was replaced. About a week and half later the engine wouldn't start again but the dashboard lights, radio and heat/air wouldn't shut off. Was told this time that it was a faulty battery which was replaced. After picking it up and driving less than 10 miles and sitting for a few hours it wouldn't start again. Every single light on the dashboard is on and again the engine won't start or cut off the lights. Had it towed back to the dealership and 4 days later was told that it was due to a rusty bolt of some sort that was loose and needed to be replaced. 2 days later it wouldn't start again. A few hours later the car starts but the check engine light is on. Car was towed to dealership again and it has now been four days with no updates from the dealership. …

63,000 miles · Jan 2019

2014 Nissan Murano engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.5L 6-cylCVTAWD18 / 23 / 20
3.5L 6-cylCVTFWD18 / 24 / 20

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Nissan Murano a good car?

Based on 145 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Murano rates average: 16% 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 2014 Nissan Murano?

The transmission & drivetrain — 31 complaints, 21% of all complaints for this model year, most often about automatic transmission › internal › cvt › belt. Next are the steering (23) and windows, wipers & sunroof (21).

How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Murano have?

There is 1 recall for the 2014 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 2014 Nissan Murano problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 60,000 miles; 43% 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.