Body complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 13% | — |
| 2022 | 1 | 17% | 0 miles |
| 2021 | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2020 | 2 | 4% | 0 miles |
| 2019 | 2 | 5% | — |
| 2018 | 3 | 3% | 95,000 miles |
| 2017 | 5 | 5% | 39,000 miles |
| 2016 | 11 | 10% | 4,000 miles |
| 2015 | 7 | 3% | 21,000 miles |
| 2014 | 10 | 7% | 41,000 miles |
| 2013 | 5 | 7% | 103,000 miles |
| 2012 | 6 | 4% | 48,000 miles |
| 2011 | 13 | 9% | 60,000 miles |
| 2010 | 16 | 8% | 95,000 miles |
| 2009 | 29 | 5% | 100,000 miles |
| 2008 | 1 | 20% | 2,000 miles |
| 2007 | 69 | 10% | 130,000 miles |
| 2006 | 21 | 3% | 100,000 miles |
| 2005 | 35 | 4% | 69,000 miles |
| 2004 | 29 | 4% | 60,000 miles |
| 2003 | 21 | 3% | 77,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (doors, hood, frame, rust, paint and trim).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
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 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.
We had an accident on January 4. We were rear ended and pushed it to the vehicle in front of us. The truck that hit us was going about 65 miles an hour. Our vehicle is totaled. No air bags deployed and my seat did not engage.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the glass moon roof exploded without impact. The moon roof was closed when the failure occurred. The vehicle was not taken to be inspected or diagnosed. The vehicle was taken to the local glass repair facility to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 26,000.
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that water was leaking into the front driver's side of the vehicle. Additionally, the engine was making a grinding sound and vibrating while attempting to accelerate. The vehicle also had an oil leak from the transfer case. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer who replaced the transfer case however, the leak recurred approximately a month later. The repair was completed again however, the vehicle was still emitting an abnormal sound. The contact was also informed that the torque converter needed to be repaired. The contact was informed that the torque converter was not damaged enough to be replaced. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the transaxle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
Car hood design reflects sunlight directly into drivers eyes impairing vision frequently while driving posing a safety risk including collision with another vehicle or pedestrian etc. The area in question is a three or 4 inch strip running from left to right on the car hood close says to the driver
My drivers side door is locked. I started my car, drive off and it auto locks at a certain speed. When I stopped I was unable to unlock the door. I was forced to climb out the passenger side. The car had a manual key lock, this also failed, it will lock the other doors but will not unlock any of them. It failed and there is no manual way to open the door. This is a major safety issue, if I was involved in an accident I would have been trapped in the car. I approached Nissan. They laughed it off and say my car is out of warranty so I must pay to repair this. I understand that, but this is not a broken light or a leaking fuel tank, this failure is a major fail in keeping me safe in my vehicle. When I took it to the dealer for repair they gave me an estimate based on a similar case they had a few weeks before, and I read numerous reports from others owners of vehicles on the internet.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the sun produced a strong glare when it reflected off the hood of the vehicle. The glare tempory blinded the contact. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200.
Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Murano years have body problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2007 (69), 2005 (35), 2004 (29), 2009 (29) and 2003 (21) model years. Body complaints make up 10% of all complaints for the 2007.
Is there a recall for Nissan Murano body problems?
No. NHTSA lists no body & structure recall for any Nissan Murano model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Nissan Murano body problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 85,000 miles; 28% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the body (175 mentions), followed by the frame and members (38).
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.