Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2018 Nissan Murano owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the rear driver's side carpet was significantly wet. The contact noticed that there was mildew on the rear driver's side carpet, in the cargo area, and on the seat belts. The contact also stated that there was condensation on the interior side of the windshield and in the interior side of the rear window. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the roof was taken apart, but the water entry point could not be determined. Additionally, the contact stated that upon opening the driver's side door, the speakers made an abnormal popping sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the door regulator was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the AV auto control unit had failed and needed to be replaced. …
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH around a curve, the four doors of the vehicle unlocked independently. The message "Door Open" was displayed and an alarm sounded while the contact continued driving. The contact stated that the failure mainly occurred while making right turns; however, the failure had been recurring increasingly, while making turns, and while driving straightforward. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, and the dealer diagnosed the vehicle, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered the contact a monetary compensation in exchange of not trading the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 4,500.
Car was parked for two hours in a private parking space. Onlooker reported seeing it on fire and called 911. Car was completely destroyed by fire. Insurance company reported it was related to this recall.
The seal around the panoramic sunroof is faulty. It allows for water intrusion down the inner lining of the "A" frame. Water is filling up along the floorboard. The wiring harness is exposed to water. I've spoken with numerous dealership and they state this is a known problem; caused by backup of the drainage system; however I've own the vehicle for several years and the problem never existed until recently. I've taken it to the dealer twice within the past month for cleaning and the problem continues to exist. The vehicle has no known reported accidents. There is no physical evidence of frame damage and I am the second owner of the vehicle. There was no warnings and this just started occurring this year.
My car several times while driving randomly had the traction control loss light pop up randomly (dry conditions) several times through a 45 minute drive. Around the 35 minute mark it popped up again, and my car completely stalled out. My VIN is allegedly not apart of one of their recalls but it appears as if it's the exact same issue many others had and that it should have been included with said recall.
NHTSA Vehicle Safety Complaint - 2018 Nissan Murano Submitted by: [redacted] Vehicle: 2018 Nissan Murano VIN: [redacted] Mileage at time of issue: Approx. 93,500 miles Location: Albuquerque, NM Date of issue onset: [redacted] Summary of the Problem: Shortly after my vehicle was serviced at a Nissan dealership, it began exhibiting serious mechanical and electrical issues. These include: - Transmission jerking and slipping between gears - Uncommanded RPM surging while accelerating - Occasional loss of power, particularly at highway speeds - Dashboard flickering, resetting, and other electrical irregularities - Brake caliper drag and significantly reduced gas mileage Third-Party Diagnosis: A certified independent repair shop reported the following: - Transmission malfunction (needs full replacement) - Dragging brake caliper - Engine overfilled with oil - Erratic RPM behavior Despite these …
Submitted by: [redacted] Vehicle: 2018 Nissan Murano VIN: [redacted] Mileage at time of issue: Approx. 93,500 miles Location: Albuquerque, NM Date of incident onset: [redacted] Complaint Summary: My vehicle was in the custody of a local Nissan dealership for approximately 7 to 8 weeks total across multiple visits. When it was returned to me, I noticed signs of unauthorized access and tampering. Specifically: Dashboard components were visibly loosened or unsealed Door panels had been opened without any repair documentation The center console had signs of disassembly Vehicle returned with mechanical and electrical problems not present before service No official invoice or explanation was provided for these changes, and the dealership denied any responsibility. Safety Relevance: The unauthorized access raises serious safety concerns. …
Smoke was noticed inside the car while I was driving on a rural freeway in the blue mountains of oregon. The source of the smoke appeared to be the rear passenger set, right side. I pulled over. When I opened the door on the right side of the car, a large plum of smoke erupted from the rear seat. I then noticed a black, burned hole in the seat measuring about 10in x 10in. As quickly as it began, the combustion stopped. After a 20-minute wait the seat cooled off and I was able to proceed. Note that the rear seats were in the down position, and pillows were placed on the floor boards where passenger feet would normally be.photo shows damage to the pillows. I suspect the origin of the fire was an electrical failure related to heated seats.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving and attempting a right turn, the doors unlocked. The door ajar light illuminated. The contact also stated that with another vehicle in the passenger's side lane, the forward collision automatic braking feature activated with an audible alarm. The failures recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to two separate dealers including the headquarter Nissan dealer located at 1725 whittlesey rd, columbus, ga 31904, where the technicians from both dealers replaced all the sensors. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure three times and stated that the vehicle would be bought back however, the service manager at the headquarter Nissan dealer intervened, stating that the vehicle was repaired and that there was no need for a buy back. …
I have a 2018 Nissan Murano platinum AWD. I will be driving on cruise control and it will turn off and the collision light lights up and car will come to a stop. The warning system gives a clue as to what is going on, it says radar obstruction. This happens at any speed, at random, with or without cruise control and has been happening many times a day for months, sometimes with the car behind me almost hitting my car because of the fault of the system. I took it to hgreg delray Nissan and they basically blew me off as if it wasn't an issue. The service manager actually told me to drive it and when the light comes on bring it back to him. They didn't even do a test drive! Well, I left that dealer since they are unwilling to help out with what I think is a severe motor vehicle safety issue. I will continue my quest to get this fixed at another Nissan dealer. …
Electrical complaints in other Murano years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 2018 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA has 21 complaints about the electrical system of the 2018 Nissan Murano, 19% of the model year's 113 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2018 Nissan Murano electrical problems?
No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for the 2018 Nissan Murano, though it has 2 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2018 Nissan Murano electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 16,000 miles, and 71% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 2 fires and 0 injuries to electrical system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.