2010 Nissan Murano Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 4%of 193 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine of the 2010 Nissan Murano, 4% of the 193 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,250 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Was driving on the highway in a 55 MPH zone and as we were driving the car lost acceleration, all dash lights were on as normal. We were lucky to coast off without being hit and we had our 10 months old with us. Had the car towed to local dealer and now 5 days later dealer called to let us know that they diagnosed alternator and battery failure, which is no longer covered.. We were not willing to pay the $1100 that the dealer quoted us so we had the same tow truck driver pick our car back up from the dealer and bring the car to our home. …”
NHTSA complaint #10608703, filed 2014-07, 38,873 miles“Vehicle has had to have motor in the engine replace. The CVT transmission completely stopped working causing the vehicle to stall and break down while driving on the highway. The electrical in the car went out and the car is no longer able to operate.”
NHTSA complaint #11342439, filed 2020-07, 99,200 miles“Nissan Murano transfer case design flaw: I purchased a new 2010 Murano sl in june 2010. Vehicle was great until warranty expired. Just found out that the transfer case is leaking and could cause transmission failure and an accident if not fixed. According to 2 different Nissan mechanics (both from different dealerships), this transfer case has a 'tab' that pushes against the engine block creating this issue and leaks. Nissan designed new replacement transfer cases ($1600 - $2000 to the consumer) that don't have this tab! …”
NHTSA complaint #10550593, filed 2013-11, 74,500 miles“Purchased car feb. 11, 2014 as a certified pre-owned vehicle and purchased an extended warranty. On or about june 24, 2014 the check engine light come on, called dealer and made an appointment for june 25, 2014. Took car in and was told it was the gears in the transfer case were damaged and had sludge build up. Was told this was covered under Nissan's original drive train warranty (5 year/50k miles), or the certified pre-owned warranty (7 year/100k miles) or the (third-party) extended warranty (5 year/50k miles) which started on 2/11/14. …”
NHTSA complaint #10609852, filed 2014-07, 45,000 miles“Vehicle will not accelerate. I will drive it a few miles, and it will be just fine. I drive it more, and it will stall and not accelerate. In fact, on 6/30/25, I was getting on the highway and it wouldn't accelerate and 8 warning lights came on. It has a brand new battery, alternator, idle sensor, and throttle position sensor. My dad and grandpa both know a lot about cars, and they are at a loss.”
NHTSA complaint #11671067, filed 2025-07Related service bulletins
- 10152515Nov 28, 2018OBD II EVAP Tube Warranty Enhancement The update below was sent out to Regions and Dealers in August of this year. We are re-circulating this update to make regional and dealer…
- 10192478Nov 25, 2014SERVICE INFORMATION Starting with 2010 Model Year, Nissan vehicles have been gradually incorporating a new type of DTC known as Permanent DTC or P-DTC. If a vehicle is equipped…
- 10192293Jan 13, 2014SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement Engine Control Modules (ECMs) for many newer Nissan vehicles are now "Blank" ECMs. Blank ECMs come without software and must be programmed (not…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 20% |
| 2024 | 1 | 20% |
| 2021 | 1 | 6% |
| 2020 | 1 | 2% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 5 | 4% |
| 2017 | 5 | 5% |
| 2016 | 11 | 10% |
| 2015 | 18 | 9% |
| 2014 | 7 | 5% |
| 2013 | 5 | 7% |
| 2012 | 13 | 10% |
| 2011 | 7 | 5% |
| 2010 | 8 | 4% |
| 2009 | 33 | 5% |
| 2007 | 63 | 9% |
| 2006 | 24 | 3% |
| 2005 | 27 | 3% |
| 2004 | 44 | 6% |
| 2003 | 45 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2010 Nissan Murano
56 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
40 complaintsElectrical system
22 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsBody and structure
16 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Nissan Murano
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.
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