Nissan · Murano · 2013
2013 Nissan Murano
1
Recall
72
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2013 Nissan Murano has 1 recall and 72 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: unknown or other (10 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2013 Nissan Murano page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is unknown or other with 10 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2013 Nissan Murano currently shows 1 NHTSA recall listed on this page and 72 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are unknown or other (10), steering (9), power train (8).
- Vehicle
- 2013 Nissan Murano
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 72
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
18.5% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 17V184000March 16, 2017
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Murano and Murano Cross Cabriolet vehicles. The power steering hose clamp may not adequately secure the hose, allowing the hose to detach and leak power steering fluid.
Remedy Status
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a power steering high pressure hose kit, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Owner Complaints
72 totalWHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 3, 2026
While driving, the rear arm connected to the rear driver-side wheel broke off. According to my Nissan dealership diagnosis, this was due to excessive rust/rot of the whole subframe. The 2013 Nissan Murano rear arm cannot re attach the wheel to the sub frame due to so much rust/...
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STRUCTURE
Aug 4, 2025
Paint peeling off in spots all over vehicle. Vehicle was never in a collision or adulterated in anyway.
POWER TRAIN
Jul 6, 2025
PLLEASE PROVIDE ME INFORMATION ABOUT TRANSMISSION RECALL
AIR BAGS
Apr 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the air bag warning light was blinking. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V244000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diag...
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STRUCTURE
Sep 12, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor had detached and was hanging down, blocking the visibility of the roadway. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not notif...
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POWER TRAIN
Feb 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano SL. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who would not perform the work due to recalls on the transmission. The vehicl...
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AIR BAGS
Jan 31, 2024
The air bag light started blinking. We took the car to our local Nisan dealership. We had to pay $220.77 just to have them look at it. They said there was an occupant sensor unit malfunction and it needed the bottom seat pad replaced. We were then told “that it is discontinued “...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 25, 2023
AT RUNNING TIME THE CAR STOP LIKE IF TRANSMISSION DISCONECTED
POWER TRAIN
May 23, 2023
2013 Nissan Murano CVT Transmission known issue with CVT low pressure no fix only option is to replace transmission for more than the vehicle. Transmission will fail without any warning.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Jul 18, 2022
2013 Nissan Murano (81,000 miles): Engine warning light came on, code check revealed "Mass Airflow Senser" while waiting for dealer appointment car was running fine with no issues other than warning light. I was driving the car at 40 MPH and the car came to a complete stop "as if...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Nissan Murano have?
The 2013 Nissan Murano has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2013 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA has received 72 owner-reported complaints for the 2013 Nissan Murano.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2013 Nissan Murano?
The 2013 Nissan Murano received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan Murano?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2013 Nissan Murano are unknown or other (10 reports), steering (9 reports), power train (8 reports).
Does the 2013 Nissan Murano have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2013 Nissan Murano. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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