Most common 2017 Nissan Murano problems
Share of the 107 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 →
2017 Nissan Murano recalls (3)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, 2015-2017 Murano vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, and…
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS Actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
What 2017 Nissan Murano owners say
Electrical system
Technical Incident Report: Electrical Component Failure Reference: Technical Service Bulletin NTB19-004 Part Number: 873D6-5AA6A (Control Unit/Actuator) Incident Overview On 2/16/26, the vehicle was being operated by the primary driver when a suspected electrical failure occurred. Upon subsequent inspection, the 873D6-5AA6A control unit and its associated wiring harness were found to be severely compromised by thermal damage. Detailed Observations: Thermal Damage: The control unit housing showed significant melting. Residual smoke was present during the inspection, indicating a high-temperature event caused by a short circuit or component failure. Harness Integrity: The wiring harness insulation was melted and charred. Due to the extreme heat, the plastic connector had become brittle and lost all structural integrity. …
I bought the car used from a used dealership on February 28. On May 12th, I brought it to the shop for a few things but mainly due to the battery being corroded along with a battery light that comes and goes, but also for there being a slight skip in the transmission. The car would buckle when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. The shop called me back on May 23rd and said the car was ready and they found nothing wrong with the transmission. They claimed they found no codes or could not recreate the issue. I brought the car back a week or two later due to the battery light still flashing randomly. While taking the car for a test drive with the mechanic, it buckled pretty hard and I told the mechanic that's what I had been talking about and he just brushed it off. On July 23, while driving home, my car bucked REALLY hard 5 times and then stopped accelerating past 20 miles per hour. …
Transmission & drivetrain
The contact's mother owns a 2017 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that after a few hours, the vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure could not be duplicated; however, the contact was informed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where the catalytic converter was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.
I bought the car used from a used dealership on February 28. On May 12th, I brought it to the shop for a few things but mainly due to the battery being corroded along with a battery light that comes and goes, but also for there being a slight skip in the transmission. The car would buckle when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. The shop called me back on May 23rd and said the car was ready and they found nothing wrong with the transmission. They claimed they found no codes or could not recreate the issue. I brought the car back a week or two later due to the battery light still flashing randomly. While taking the car for a test drive with the mechanic, it buckled pretty hard and I told the mechanic that's what I had been talking about and he just brushed it off. On July 23, while driving home, my car bucked REALLY hard 5 times and then stopped accelerating past 20 miles per hour. …
Speed control & acceleration
The cruise control system fails - it is turns off automatically. The error message on the dashboard display say's the front radar system stopped working. This happens arbitrarily and without prior warning regardless of day or night or weather conditions. The system will be operable again in 10 or 15 minutes. My car is still under warranty. I reported the problem to Nissan. They said it is a known problem and they are researching the cause. However Nissan didn't alert me to the problem. I have no evidence Nissan is really working on a solution. This is a safety issue because when the radar system stops the cruise control system shuts down and the car begins to decellerate. Under certain conditions this May startle or confuse the driver and lead to panic or abrupt manuvers.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Nissan Murano. While the vehicle was accelerating, the wheels spun a little and the electronic stability control malfunctioned. The failure caused the vehicle to not accelerate for an extended period of time. The contact mentioned that the brake pedal needed to be depressed in order for the vehicle to operate. The vehicle was taken to dave smith Nissan (6901 e sprague ave, spokane valley, wa 99212, [phone]) where they informed the contact that the vehicle was designed to operate in that manner. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provide case number: 37021429. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000. Consumer stated stability control kills throttle for too long.
2017 Nissan Murano engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | FWD | 21 / 28 / 24 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | AWD | 21 / 28 / 24 |
EPA ratings. Class: Wagon.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Nissan Murano a good car?
Based on 107 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Murano rates average: 29% 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 2017 Nissan Murano?
The electrical system — 16 complaints, 15% of all complaints for this model year, most often about alternator/generator/regulator. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (14) and speed control & acceleration (14).
How many recalls does the 2017 Nissan Murano have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2017 Nissan Murano, the most recent from November 8, 2019 (antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip). 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 2017 Nissan Murano problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 20,000 miles; 80% 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.