2012 Nissan Murano Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 4%of 135 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 48,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2012 Nissan Murano, 4% of the 135 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 48,000 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.
“I was driving approximately 70 miles per hour on the highway when we heard an explosion and then saw pieces of the sunroof flying back behind us. After stopping the car, we looked at the sunroof to determine it had shattered and blown off. After contacting Nissan consumer affairs, we were told since the car was out of warranty, they had no intention of doing anything about it.”
NHTSA complaint #10972198, filed 2017-04, 52,000 miles“While driving, my Murano 2012 sunroof exploded without any reason. It was a loud noise and did not knew what happened. After pulling over I saw that sunroof exploded upwards. Thank god that my sunroof was closed. So all the shards did not entered the vehicle and was safe but scared of this type of explosion.”
NHTSA complaint #10945536, filed 2017-01, 48,000 miles“The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that he had attempted to enter the vehicle and a sharp edge punctured his head near the top right portion of the front driver's side door. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who was not able to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 8,700.”
NHTSA complaint #10588066, filed 2014-05, 8,700 miles“The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the rear subframe was rusted. The contact was advised to contact the local dealer for assistance. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the subframe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 130,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11527939, filed 2023-06, 130,000 miles“The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the hydraulic motor for the roof failed to operate during hotter weather. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 23,000. The VIN was not available.”
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Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 13% |
| 2022 | 1 | 17% |
| 2021 | 1 | 6% |
| 2020 | 2 | 4% |
| 2019 | 2 | 5% |
| 2018 | 3 | 3% |
| 2017 | 5 | 5% |
| 2016 | 11 | 10% |
| 2015 | 7 | 3% |
| 2014 | 10 | 7% |
| 2013 | 5 | 7% |
| 2012 | 6 | 4% |
| 2011 | 13 | 9% |
| 2010 | 16 | 8% |
| 2009 | 29 | 5% |
| 2008 | 1 | 20% |
| 2007 | 69 | 10% |
| 2006 | 21 | 3% |
| 2005 | 35 | 4% |
| 2004 | 29 | 4% |
| 2003 | 21 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2012 Nissan Murano
30 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsOther or unknown
23 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
19 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsEngine
13 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Nissan Murano
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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