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2007 Nissan Murano Problems

Complaints
676filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
80,000miles, 542 complaints with mileage
Recalls
2campaigns on record
Trend
FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA crash rating
—overall rating starts with 2011 models
EPA fuel economy
20 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl FWD · 18 city / 23 hwy

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2007 Nissan Murano (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error

What owners report

Owners of the 2007 Murano most often describe two long-running problems: a rear subframe that rusts through, and a driver's seat whose mounting bracket or lifter gives way. Reports for the subframe typically come on higher-mileage vehicles, often after many winters of road salt, and complaints describe rear tires tilting inward, rumbling or dragging noises, and mechanics advising the vehicle not to be driven. Seat complaints cluster at lower mileage and describe the seat rocking or lifting on one side.

  1. Body and structure

    Rear subframe rusting and cracking

    • 126 complaints (19%)
    • median 143,500 mi at 12.5 yrs old (76 state mileage)
    • 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
    • owner-quoted repair $3,000 (median of 16 quotes)
    • filed 2009–2025

    Complaints describe corrosion eating through the rear subframe or rear cross member until it cracks, holes through, or separates. Owners commonly notice the rear wheels leaning inward, rumbling or dragging noises from the back, or odd steering and handling, and say a mechanic told them the vehicle was not safe to drive until the subframe was replaced. Several report replacing the subframe at their own cost after the dealer or manufacturer offered no assistance, and some link the rust to poor water drainage underneath. Reported mostly between roughly 85,000 and 210,000 miles, frequently on vehicles driven through snowy, salted winters.

    3 related service bulletins

    What to check: Have the rear subframe and cross member inspected on a lift for rust-through or cracking, especially on a vehicle from a salt-belt state, and ask for any prior subframe or alignment repair records. A wheel alignment that cannot be brought into spec is a clue.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “Was driving 50km/h with my grandson in the car on a side street when we heard a loud bang and then something dragging on the ground, I pulled over and got out to find the control arm had broken the subframe and hit the ground. Thankfully my self and my grandson were ok and the compressed spring for the rear suspension did not come out of its holder.”

    NHTSA complaint #11299229, filed 2020-01, 114,953 miles

    “Ther rear sway bar broke on my way home from work one day on the highway and when I looked under the vehicle to see what it was, the entire underbody is rotted out to include the subframe. This is not an isolated incident with this model vehicle. The vehicle is no longer safe to drive.”

    NHTSA complaint #11375267, filed 2020-11, 106,000 miles
  2. Engine

    Stalling or loss of power while driving

    Mentioned in 12 of 60 sampled complaints

    Owners describe the engine cutting out or the vehicle losing power at speed, at a light, or while accelerating, sometimes with the engine revving without the car moving. Complaints mention repeated dealer visits where only routine maintenance such as transmission fluid, battery, or brake work was suggested, and independent shops finding items like camshaft or crankshaft sensors, a throttle body, or a fuel-related valve. Some also describe the intake air duct coming off the resonator and the engine losing power immediately. Mostly reported between about 100,000 and 180,000 miles.

    Recall 09V1690003 related service bulletins

    What to check: Ask whether the intake air duct recall work was done and whether any camshaft, crankshaft, or throttle-related repairs were made. During a test drive, note any hesitation, backfiring, or warning lights, and have stored codes read.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I have been having problems with my car smoking once I start driving. I have to consistently add motor oil and it smokes more. My mechanic tells me he ran two diagnostic tests and nothings coming up. Then my daughter and granddaughter were on rt 130 in pennsauken nj my SUV just stalled and wouldn't let me give it gas. Then it just jumped into gear. It did it twice while cars were speeding by trying to avoid rear ending me. My heart felt like it fell into my seat. …”

    NHTSA complaint #11375672, filed 2020-11, 112,850 miles

    “My Murano has been stalling to pick up speed have replaced over $1500 in parts. But still cant locate the problem, at the mechanic shop they said it could be the solenoid sensor but they dont know if it could be it.when driving on highway sometimes it will not pick up speed and will only drive 30 to 40 MPH. Other times while driving on highway it will stay at 60mph and will not go over. The engine looks a bit shifted as well I don't know what could have caused it. …”

    NHTSA complaint #11349703, filed 2020-08, 172,827 miles
  3. Seats

    Driver's seat bracket or lifter breaks

    Mentioned in 5 of 60 sampled complaints

    Owners describe the driver's seat rocking side to side or lifting on the left side, and in some cases the seat separating from its floor attachment. Complaints say the dealer diagnosed a broken lifter assembly or bracket and quoted a repair cost, while owners questioned whether a seat that is no longer secure should be covered. Some complaints note the seat moving while driving or when raised for a shorter driver. Reported from around 45,000 to 120,000 miles, with several well under 70,000 miles.

    1 related service bulletin

    What to check: Grab the driver's seat and rock it firmly side to side and front to back, and check that all floor-mount bolts are tight. A service bulletin addresses driver's seat noise and rocking.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I got into my car to drive somewhere, and noticed that my seat was loose and shifting back and forth - from side to side. I thought that there was a loose bolt, and so I took the car to the dealership on 2/21, and I was told that it was a broken lifter assembly - and that the repair would be $625. I immediately asked if there was a recall because the definitely appeared to be a safety issue , and I was told that there was not. …”

    NHTSA complaint #10566050, filed 2014-02, 121,000 miles

    “The driver's seat has somehow separated from its attachment on the floor. When the seat is raised for a short driver it is becomes clear that the left side of the side isn't attached to anything! One can rock it from side to side.”

    NHTSA complaint #10366534, filed 2010-11, 65,000 miles
  4. Transmission and drivetrain

    Transmission vibration and loss of drive

    • 88 complaints (13%)
    • median 100,340 mi at 9.5 yrs old (77 state mileage)
    • 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
    • owner-quoted repair $1,500 (median of 10 quotes)
    • filed 2007–2026

    Complaints describe vibration from the drivetrain that dealers sometimes attributed to an over-serviced CVT and reset fluid levels for, with the vibration returning. Some owners report the vehicle losing all power to the transmission while driving, revving without moving, or refusing to pick up speed on the highway. Others mention stalling that clears after restarting or being told nothing was wrong. Reported broadly from about 60,000 to 200,000 miles.

    2 related service bulletins

    What to check: Check CVT fluid level and service history, and look for records of fluid exchanges or resets. Drive at steady highway speed and during low-speed turns to feel for vibration or judder.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “I felt a vibration coming from my 2007 Nissan Murano and I took it to the dealer and they said they didn't feel it. Took it back a second time and they said that they had overserviced the CVT(transmission) at a prior service interval. They said they reset the fluid level. Took the car and it still vibrated... A week later I was pondering how to file a complaint. Today I was heading to the airport when the car completely lost all power to the CVT. …”

    NHTSA complaint #10382822, filed 2011-02, 62,048 miles

    “From time to time the vehicle unexpectedly stalls. Engine does not die but power to transmission is lost. Vehicle will not rev unless it is put into park or neuteral. When transmission is engaged stepping on the accelerator produces no rpms. Vehicle costs to side of road and problem is sometimes remidied with shutting off the engine and restarting other times I have had to have it towed to a repair shop where I have been told there is nothing wrong with the vehicle.”

    NHTSA complaint #11298352, filed 2020-01, 111,000 miles
  5. Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)

    Sun visor drops into the driver's view

    • 59 complaints (9%)
    • median 60,000 mi at 4.9 yrs old (51 state mileage)
    • owner-quoted repair $368 (median of 10 quotes)
    • filed 2009–2019

    Complaints describe the driver's side sun visor no longer holding its up position and falling down on its own, including over bumps, blocking part of the driver's view. Owners say the dealer treated it as not covered under warranty and some mention being quoted a few hundred dollars to replace it. Several note the same complaint appearing on other vehicles of this model. Reported from about 40,000 miles up to around 130,000 miles.

    What to check: Flip both visors up and down a few times and check whether the driver's side stays put; look for a replacement visor in the service records.

    2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records

    “The drivers side sun visor broke and will not stay in the up position. It falls down unexpectingly and causes the view of the driver to be blocked. This has happened on two occassions that almost caused a wreck. Nissan claims this is not covered under the warranty. There have been numerous complaints on the Nissan webiste because they will not recall this item. To replace the sun visor is $350-500.”

    NHTSA complaint #10411909, filed 2011-07, 40,750 miles

    “Faulty sun visor drops easily when going over minor bump. It can easily cause an accident or crash when distracted to raise the sun visor to the normal position. This is a problem in Nissan Murano's everywhere. I am not sure how this has not been a recall yet.”

    NHTSA complaint #10498387, filed 2013-02, 60,000 miles

Buying note. A pre-purchase inspection on a lift matters most on this model year: rust in the rear subframe and a loose driver's seat are the two things owners report most, and both are costly if ignored. Ask for service records covering subframe and alignment work, CVT fluid service, and the intake air duct recall.

Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.

NHTSA recorded 676 consumer complaints for the 2007 Nissan Murano. 542 of the complaints include a mileage, and 21% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 80,000 miles. Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 3 a fire, 6 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 80 technical service bulletins for this model year.

Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Also reported: Fuel system (23), Brakes (21), Wheels (20), Vehicle speed control (13), Latches, locks and linkages (12), Engine cooling (10), Equipment (5), Seat belts (5), Tires (5), Electronic stability control (4), Exterior lighting (3), Forward collision avoidance (3).

Example complaints

Seats: “Last year my drivers side front seat anchor/bracket broke. Poor design. Rear sub frame rusted out resulting in the rear left wheel to nearly fall off while driving. This year my wife was advised by a person in a vehicle behind her that the rear wheel was ready to launch. Road salt caused rusting to sub frame body mount. Again poor design and material.”

NHTSA complaint #10937426, filed 2016-12, 62,310 miles

Suspension: “The rear wheels looked like they were pointing in the rear and it was driving weird. I took it to a mechanic and he looked it over and told me my rear subframe was rusted out and he advised me not to drive it was a un safety to drive. He said it could fall apart on me”

NHTSA complaint #11359848, filed 2020-09, 160,000 miles

Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “The sun visor on the driver's side flaps down unexpectedly and will not stay up, causing an impairment in visibility and distraction in driving. I contacted Nissan who was of no assistance. I am the only owner of the vehicle and purchased it new. There is only 70,000 miles on it. In speaking to other Nissan owners, they confirmed this problem in Nissan vehicles. Please research this issue.”

NHTSA complaint #10525237, filed 2013-07, 67,000 miles

Body and structure: “I have a 2007 Nissan Murano se, garage kept in southern pa. While the vehicle was being driven the rear frame of the vehicle rusted completely through resulting in a life threatening condition. The car is not derivable, was towed to a mechanic who informed us that the repair estimate would be over $3,000. I see many such reports but can find no evidence of a recall by Nissan.”

NHTSA complaint #11289367, filed 2019-12, 150,000 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

21% of the 542 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 52,000 and 117,125 miles.

4%0–104%10–2514%25–5025%50–7517%75–10025%100–15012%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (542 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 80,000 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

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Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2007 Nissan Murano. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

VersionOverallFrontalSideSide poleRollover
Murano · sedan FWD/AWDnot rated5 / 5——4 · 15.1% risk

Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Fuel economy and running cost

EPA ratings for each 2007 Nissan Murano version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).

VersionEngineTransmissionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Murano AWD3.5L 6-cylCVT172319$4,350
Murano FWD3.5L 6-cylCVT182320$4,100

Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2007 Nissan Murano → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

NHTSA investigations

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 80 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 80 bulletins →

Other model years of the Nissan Murano

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
2025253,1302523Too new to compareToo new
202454,4571523—Too new
20238—0523—Too new
2022620,3000523—Not enough data
20211723,0000523—Rising
2020489,500252355 · TypicalStable
20194410,300152332 · FewerStable
201811317,40024–52484 · MoreStable
201710719,8003—2487 · MoreStable
201610832,00054–52488 · MoreFalling
201520423,1505424100 · MoreFalling
201414558,000142029 · FewerFalling
20137466,00014208 · FewerStable
201213565,000142044 · TypicalFalling
201114885,000042014 · FewerFalling
201019388,0000—2034 · FewerFalling
200963580,3054—20100 · MoreFalling
2008533,5001———Not enough data
200767680,0002—20Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200680365,5264—20Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200598766,0006—20Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200467872,1344—20Not compared (before 2008)Falling
200380072,0006—20Not compared (before 2008)Falling

All Nissan Murano model years · Best and worst years by complaints

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Nissan Murano?

Owners of the 2007 Murano most often describe two long-running problems: a rear subframe that rusts through, and a driver's seat whose mounting bracket or lifter gives way. The issues reported most often: Rear subframe rusting and cracking; Stalling or loss of power while driving; Driver's seat bracket or lifter breaks.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007 Nissan Murano have?

NHTSA recorded 676 consumer complaints for the 2007 Nissan Murano as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2007 Nissan Murano is reported most often?

Seats is named most often, in 221 complaints (33% of the total), followed by suspension with 94.

Has the 2007 Nissan Murano been recalled?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Nissan Murano get?

The EPA rates the 2007 Nissan Murano (Murano FWD, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 18 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.

At what mileage are problems with the 2007 Nissan Murano reported?

Among the 542 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 80,000 miles and the middle half falls between 52,000 and 117,125 miles; 21% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.