2010 Nissan Murano Problems
Compared with other Nissan Murano years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
34/100 0.7× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.7× that of a typical Nissan Murano year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 17 of its 193 complaints were filed by the end of 2012.
- Most reported problem: Brake pedal goes soft or to the floor (49 complaints, median 99,500 mi).
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 193filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 88,000miles, 142 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns 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 2010 Nissan Murano (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of the 2010 Murano most often write about the brake pedal sinking toward the floor after ABS engagement, usually at higher mileage, and about CVT transmission problems that leave the vehicle without power. Electrical complaints cluster around sudden battery drain, warning lights and radio/climate control behavior, and several owners in cold-weather or rust-belt areas describe corroded rear subframes and crossmembers.
- Brakes
Brake pedal goes soft or to the floor
- 49 complaints (25%)
- median 99,500 mi at 9.6 yrs old (40 state mileage)
- 5 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2016–2026
Owners describe the brake pedal sinking to the floorboard, sometimes intermittently and sometimes after ABS activation over bumps, rain or slippery pavement, with normal feel returning after pumping or restarting. Several report that the master cylinder was replaced and the symptom returned, and that dealers or mechanics could not reproduce it. Some complaints state a diagnosis of the ABS actuator and describe the repair as expensive. Mostly reported between roughly 55,000 and 150,000 miles, often after ABS engagement on rough or wet roads.
What to check: Ask whether the brake fluid flush/ABS actuator inspection campaign was performed, and have the brake pedal feel checked after an ABS event on a rough or wet road. Review service records for master cylinder or ABS actuator replacement.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“This is continuously happening, if I need to hit my brakes quickly, my break pedal become soft and I need to push the pedal all the way to the floor. This has now occurred in many instances and I drive with two toddlers in my car. I've had the dealer take a look at my breaks with a whole break rehaul, this is still occurring.”
NHTSA complaint #11317817, filed 2020-03, 1 miles“Driving the other day, I had to make a fast stop and my brake petal went all the way to the floor. I barely missed hitting the vehicle in front of me. I swerved to the left and fortunately there was not a vehicle in the left lane. The brakes continued to go all the way to the floor for 24 hours. When I took it to my mechanic they returned to normal and they could not find anything wrong.”
NHTSA complaint #11123983, filed 2018-09, 145,000 miles - Transmission and drivetrain
Loss of power or no acceleration (CVT / drivetrain)
- 49 complaints (25%)
- median 86,500 mi at 6.8 yrs old (42 state mileage)
- 2 mention a crash, fire or injury
- owner-quoted repair $3,200 (median of 12 quotes)
- filed 2010–2026
Complaints describe the vehicle losing acceleration at speed or when pulling away, sometimes with the engine revving without the car moving, and restarting to restore drive temporarily. Several owners report a dealer diagnosis of a failed CVT transmission or transfer case, and one mentions a failed stepper motor inside the transmission. A few describe slipping, fluctuating RPM and check engine lights before the failure. Reported from low mileage up to about 200,000 miles, with many around 90,000 to 150,000 miles; several cases occurred under load such as hills or highway driving.
What to check: Ask for transmission fluid service records and whether the CVT or transfer case has been replaced. During a test drive, watch for hesitation, slipping or delayed engagement on hills and during brisk acceleration, and check for stored transmission codes.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I was on a trip from salinas ca. To shasta ca my cars rpms began to fluctuate for no reason while in the highway. The check engine light appeared. Code 1778 was one of the few codes that came up. The transmission was failing me. Took into shop and transmission is definitely the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11350439, filed 2020-08, 132,560 miles“My vehicle intermittently loses power when going uphill or accelerating. For example, two days ago I was driving up steep hills in the tn mountains at less than 20 MPH. While accelerating the vehicle lost power. I smashed the accelerator to the floor and nothing happened. I stopped the vehicle and put it into park, and then back to drive. The vehicle was able to accelerate as normal. Sometimes this same issue happens while accelerating from a stop.”
NHTSA complaint #11377083, filed 2020-11, 145,000 miles - Electrical system
Battery drain, stalling and warning lights
- 15 complaints (8%)
- median 78,385 mi at 9.7 yrs old (11 state mileage)
- filed 2012–2025
Owners report the vehicle losing all power, stalling in motion or failing to restart, with a jump start sometimes needed, and several mention repeated battery replacement or alternator replacement without resolving the drain. Some complaints describe multiple warning lights staying on, inoperative speedometer or navigation, and an electrical burning odor with smoke from the hood. Others describe radio volume jumping on its own and climate fan speed not following the knob. Spread from very low mileage to over 200,000 miles, with several reports in the 50,000 to 120,000 mile range.
What to check: Ask about battery and alternator history and whether any key-not-detected or no-start incidents were diagnosed. Have the charging system and stored codes checked, and confirm all warning lamps go out after start-up.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“My car stalled on me when in motion and wont go past 7mph, and eventually lose power and drain my battery. I took it for repair bought a new alternator,replaced the alternator it still drain and damage the battery. I have to go buy another battery, a brand new battery and in no time drained the battery again. This happens when the car is running regardless if anything is turned on or not.”
NHTSA complaint #11278125, filed 2019-11, 117,000 miles“The 2010 Nissan Murano is dieing in the middle of driving down the road. It has happened on city streets, and highways without warning. It requires a jump to start back up then it will start running again. This is getting more frequent and has been happening since the last couple of months. Replaced the battery already with no improvement.”
NHTSA complaint #11150397, filed 2018-11, 205,567 miles - Suspension
Corroded rear subframe / crossmember
- 13 complaints (7%)
- median 118,579 mi at 10.8 yrs old (6 state mileage, few)
- filed 2018–2023
Complaints describe the rear subframe or crossmember rusting through and breaking, in some cases causing the rear of the vehicle to feel unstable, swerve or the rear tires to drop into the wheel well. Owners report that the corrosion was found at a repair shop or independent mechanic, often in an area not visible during routine service, and that the vehicle was not repaired afterward. One owner links the symptom to a broken lateral link mount. Mostly reported between about 100,000 and 160,000 miles, typically on older vehicles in areas where road salt is used.
What to check: Have the rear subframe and crossmember inspected on a lift, especially around the lateral link mounts, and ask whether the car has spent its life in a salt-using region. Look for flaking or perforated metal rather than surface rust.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Rear suspension subframe broke while driving on eb i275. Applied brakes while driving in heavy traffic. Car rotated hard in counterclockwise direction crossing into another lane. Avoided accident. Exited next exit and went to auto repair shop. Subframe was severely corroded.”
NHTSA complaint #11413005, filed 2021-04, 145,000 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that rear tires had collapsed into the wheel well. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the crossmember had failed due to severe corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11511056, filed 2023-03, 160,000 miles
Buying note. A pre-purchase inspection that includes brake pedal feel after an ABS event, stored transmission codes, a lift check of the rear subframe for corrosion, and a scan for air bag and charging-system faults is worthwhile on this model year. Service records showing transmission fluid changes and any brake fluid flush or ABS actuator work are useful to review.
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 193 consumer complaints for the 2010 Nissan Murano. 142 of the complaints include a mileage, and 23% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 88,000 miles. Of all complaints, 11 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 7 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 102 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 11 Nissan Murano model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 34 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
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.
- Brakes56 29%
- Electrical system22 11%
- Other or unknown18 9.3%
- Body and structure16 8.3%
- Suspension15 7.8%
- Air bags13 6.7%
- Engine8 4.2%
- Steering6 3.1%
Also reported: Seats (4), Wheels (4), Vehicle speed control (3), Engine cooling (2), Equipment (2), Seat belts (2), Tires (2), Fuel system (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Brakes going all the way to the floor ABS light coming on and vehicle would not stop. Almost involved in huge accident! 2009 being recalled but Nissan has denied offering us help because states no open recalls on 2010 same exact problem as 09's our mechanic will not touch because states it is a defect with muranos and does not want to be held liable in case someone is killed in my vehicle as I drive my children daily”
NHTSA complaint #11157191, filed 2018-12, 175,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “I was driving at 30 MPH to go home when my car lost all power with no warning. Thank goodness I didn't have my young children with me. The shop fixed my car after nine days and all was covered except the alternator. Total damage was 6,000.00. Two days later my car started to hesitate while driving. I quickly got rid of the car. Too bad I loved it for the first 44,000 miles. Beware.”
NHTSA complaint #10481276, filed 2012-10, 45,000 milesElectrical system: “I have a 2010 Murano and for the second time in 3 years my battery and alternator have to be replaced. Sounds identical to the recall on the 2005. I shouldn't have to pay for this twice in 3 years. Nissan recall this!”
NHTSA complaint #11079723, filed 2018-03, 175,000 milesOther or unknown: “While driving down the freeway, the sunroof exploded. It sounded like a gunshot causing me to swerve and almost lose control of the truck. I had to swerve so I wouldn't hit the rail. There were no other cars around me. No evidence of a rock, wood, etc. The thing just popped, and the glass fell all over my seat around the kids. It was the middle of the night . The kids were screaming. It was a horrible experience.”
NHTSA complaint #10790760, filed 2015-11, 56,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
23% of the 142 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 55,000 and 122,000 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.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2010 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.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murano · sedan FWD/AWD | not rated | 4 / 4 | — | — | 4 · 18.5% 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 2010 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).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murano AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | 18 | 23 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Murano FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | CVT | 18 | 23 | 20 | $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
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2010 Nissan Murano in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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. 102 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11031705Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11031704Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11004962May 21, 2024Electrical system. VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004961May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004960May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001201Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001194Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001191Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023Steering. DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10239062Jun 16, 2023Electrical system. SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid…
Other model years of the Nissan Murano
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 25 | 3,130 | 2 | 5 | 23 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 5 | 4,457 | 1 | 5 | 23 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 8 | — | 0 | 5 | 23 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 6 | 20,300 | 0 | 5 | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 2021 | 17 | 23,000 | 0 | 5 | 23 | — | Rising |
| 2020 | 48 | 9,500 | 2 | 5 | 23 | 55 · Typical | Stable |
| 2019 | 44 | 10,300 | 1 | 5 | 23 | 32 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2018 | 114 | 17,400 | 2 | 4–5 | 24 | 84 · More | Stable |
| 2017 | 107 | 19,800 | 3 | — | 24 | 87 · More | Stable |
| 2016 | 108 | 32,000 | 5 | 4–5 | 24 | 88 · More | Falling |
| 2015 | 204 | 23,150 | 5 | 4 | 24 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 145 | 58,000 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 29 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2013 | 74 | 66,000 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 8 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2012 | 135 | 65,000 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 44 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 148 | 85,000 | 0 | 4 | 20 | 14 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 193 | 88,000 | 0 | — | 20 | 34 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 635 | 80,305 | 4 | — | 20 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2008 | 5 | 33,500 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 676 | 80,000 | 2 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 803 | 65,526 | 4 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 987 | 66,000 | 6 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 678 | 72,134 | 4 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 800 | 72,000 | 6 | — | 20 | Not 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 2010 Nissan Murano?
Owners of the 2010 Murano most often write about the brake pedal sinking toward the floor after ABS engagement, usually at higher mileage, and about CVT transmission problems that leave the vehicle without power. The issues reported most often: Brake pedal goes soft or to the floor; Loss of power or no acceleration (CVT / drivetrain); Battery drain, stalling and warning lights.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2010 Nissan Murano have?
NHTSA recorded 193 consumer complaints for the 2010 Nissan Murano as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2010 Nissan Murano is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 56 complaints (29% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 40.
Has the 2010 Nissan Murano been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Nissan Murano get?
The EPA rates the 2010 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 2010 Nissan Murano reported?
Among the 142 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 88,000 miles and the middle half falls between 55,000 and 122,000 miles; 23% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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.