2016 Nissan Murano problems
The Nissan Murano (Japanese: 日産・ムラーノ, Hepburn: Nissan Murāno) is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Nissan since May 2002 for the 2003 model year, and currently in its third generation.
As Nissan's first crossover SUV for the United States and Canada, the Murano was designed at Nissan America in La Jolla, California, and was based on the Nissan FF-L platform shared with the third generation Altima. The European version of the Murano began sales in 2004.
The Murano was Nissan's only crossover SUV in the United States until September 2007, when the Rogue went on sale. In Canada, the X-Trail had been on sale as Nissan's second car based SUV since 2004 as a model for 2005; it was replaced by the 2008 Rogue at the end of 2007. The Murano is sized between the Pathfinder and the now defunct Xterra (which was replaced by the Rogue as a compact SUV). A convertible variant, the Murano CrossCabriolet, was available for the second-generation model for the model years of 2011 to 2014.
The nameplate Murano derives from the Italian islands of Murano and the namesake Murano art glass for which the islands are widely known.
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Common 2016 Nissan Murano problems
The 2016 Nissan Murano has been praised for its attractive design, spacious interior, and comfortable ride. However, there are some common problems that have been reported by owners of this vehicle.
One of the most significant issues reported by owners is related to the transmission. Some owners have experienced issues with the transmission not properly picking up from reverse (R) to drive (D). This problem occurs when the driver does not come to a full stop in reverse and gives it 1-2 seconds before shifting to drive. This can result in a rough or delayed transition, which can be concerning for drivers.
Another common problem reported by owners of the 2016 Nissan Murano is related to the infotainment system. Some owners have reported issues with the infotainment system going blank and rebooting while driving, which can be particularly concerning if the driver is on a phone call or using the GPS.
Other issues reported by owners of the 2016 Nissan Murano include noises and leaks, brakes, steering and suspension, climate system, engine electrical, and electrical accessories. Some owners have reported issues with noises coming from the suspension or steering system, as well as leaks from various parts of the vehicle.
Overall, while the 2016 Nissan Murano has many positive attributes, it is important for potential buyers to be aware of these common problems and to consider the potential costs of repairs and maintenance when purchasing this vehicle.
Is there any recalls on a 2016 Nissan Murano?
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Murano vehicles manufactured December 17, 2015, to February 11, 2016, and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to February 12, 2016 and equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).
What year was a bad Murano?
Quick Answer: The Nissan Murano years to avoid include 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, and 2015. While that might seem like a long and daunting list, it's not as bad as it sounds. The biggest issue with Muranos is a faulty door handle. As such, it's a relatively easy and inexpensive repair.
Is Nissan Murano a good reliable car?
The Nissan Murano has scored well on all major reliability ratings over the years. RepairPal gave it a 3.5 out of 5, ranking it 20th out of the 26 vehicles in its segment.
How many miles can a 2016 Nissan Murano last?
While the Murano isn't a total standout of a crossover, it's more than a decent family cruiser. Fortunately, the Murano is also a likely candidate for the 200k miles club. With proper care and maintenance, the Murano can reach between 180,000 to 200,000 miles and up to 13 years of service.
2016 Nissan Murano car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Murano problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Unknown or other problems
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
- Seats problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2016 Nissan Murano vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2016 Nissan Murano
The NHTSA has received 94 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2016 Nissan Murano. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2016 Nissan Murano vehicles.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-02
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MG6GN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: july 2024 traction warning kept appearing on a daily basis. I have pushed Traction off button which both remain on then when car is off (for about 15min or so) then both disappear. However soon afterwards if I keep driving it will appear again - My fear, twice the Traction warning appeared and without putting on Traction off my Vehicle stalled - it was in a frozen state - couldn't move steering wheel -then slowly began moving at 5mph until Traction off was pushed and slowly began running again - but my car does not drive past 65mph on freeway? These are normal streets I'm driving, no pot holes etc. Finally able to get appt with my local mechanic Klipper Automotive for August 30th.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-08
- VIN: 5N1CZ2MG8GN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: The Nissan Murano’s were recalled back in 2020 stating their CVT was causing stalling issues mid driving and overheating in extreme weather (heat). I complained to Nissan prior to this recall and was told it was filter issue then a battery issue. Of course if was neither. The recall was completed, however for the past year and half my Nissan Murano Hybrid stalls when the air condition is on during the summer. The car drives fine in the winter and late fall. I have taken my vehicle to 2 Nissan dealerships Owings Mills and Ellicott City wanted to ensure of the issue. Both came back with the same answer, for the Consumer rep Ali suggested getting a second opinion and I informed him I did. The Hybrid CVT is overheating mechanical failure due to a part inside the transmission. Nissan refuses to fix stating I need to pay $11,000 for a new transmission to fix the issue. The service rep John stated no other Murano has ever had this happen and of course they no longer make my year (2016). I have contacted Nissan Consumer line twice and was informed they will not be doing a good will either. The cost is so high was told because they have to build a new one. I believe NIssan knew of this problem and ignored and was hoping the recall would fix the shudder and shut off of the vehicle. Another recall needs to be done on CVT’s for the brand Nissan and should be responsible for fixing this.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-24
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH9GN
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The FEB system is braking when not necessary, causing potential serious damage/injury. The sensor is also affecting my ICC/cruise control. An orange light comes on while using cruise control and the cruise control stops/fails and will not reengage until I stop the vehicle and turn it off, then on again.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MG5GN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Passenger airbags didn't deploy during a head on collision. Passenger also was hit in her breast by something that came out of driver airbag. No prior airbag warnings. ThP and insurance have inspected the car.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-20
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH6GN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: On [XXX] I was on my way to the park with my nephew when my car suddenly stalled while turning in a busy intersection I had help moving it into a safe place I took it in to new Rochelle In purchase a car in 2019 in 2020 Nissan had to replaced the cvt transmission in 3 years same transmission is no longer working. Nissan cvt transmission has been known to have major problem and refused to repair the transmission INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-28
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MHXGN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Both driver and passenger airbag lights have been on for about a year. This vehicle has never been involved in a car accident. I recently had the service dept at the dealership take a look as my mechanic was unable to troubleshoot the issue. The code the dealer found was B00A0-00, occupant sensor unit, abnormal voltage. The dealer is stating that the occupant sensor unit needs to be replaced as well as both sensors.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-11
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MG7GN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: After opening my hood to check the engine oil, the main hood latch would not engage, to keep the hood down, the only thing holding the hood is secondary latch. I was over at my uncle's house when this happened and could not take the freeway home fearing that the hood might pop up while driving at a higher speed than on the city streets. When I got home, I got on my computer, and found that NIssan has a recall on other models for defective latches for the same year as my 2016 Nissan Murano. I plan on taking it to the Nissan dealership to get it fixed this weekend.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-21
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MG1GN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: On multiple occasions the engine has cut off. once a few seconds after starting the engine cut out. another time while waiting in a turn lane to turn left the engine cut out. Another time while driving in the center lane the engine cut off and additional times. It has cut while in Park, it has cut off while in Drive. This is very unsafe especially when driving and there are other drivers. There is no warning it is going to happen. This is my teen's designated vehicle and we have another teen who will be driving this car soon. We took the car back to the dealer just a few days after purchasing to have it checked out. THey kept it for several days but couldn't find any issue. We picked up the the car back but after a few weeks the engine cut out twice and we took it back in. This time, there also happens to be a small oil leak. They said something about replacing the bank2/banking cellunoid and it might be a timing issue.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-31
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH4GN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The vehicle lurches while driving slowly in low gears. While accelerating from low speed, there is a sudden loss of propulsion causing a safety risk. Merging into traffic when the vehicle loses power is an example.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-25
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH5GN
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. The failure resulted in another vehicle rear-ending his vehicle in a collision. The air bags did not deploy. The contact’s wife did not sustain any injuries and medical attention was not received. No police report was filed. The contact’s wife was able to drive away from the collision site. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer informed the contact that they would reset the error code and clean the camera. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,607.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-16
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH8GN
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Forward Collision Warning lamp in dashboard lights up and cruise control is disabled. This consistently happens at 10.8 miles in the morning when the vehicle is driven for the first time of the day. If you shut the vehicle off then restart the vehicle it only goes a few miles before the Forward Collision Warning lamp lights up again and cruise control is disabled. This happens regardless of whether cruise control is in use, or if cruise control is not in use. The following Service Bulletin describes the issue with my vehicle perfectly and replacing the ICC distance sensor at the end of the flow chart, https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10179568-0001.pdf. I do not understand why Nissan has recognized the defect, issued a service bulletin, and chosen not to issue a recall for this safety related issue.
STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-04
- VIN: 5n1cz2mh2gn
- Components: STRUCTURE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Car hood design reflects sunlight directly into drivers eyes impairing vision frequently while driving posing a safety risk including collision with another vehicle or pedestrian etc. The area in question is a three or 4 inch strip running from left to right on the car hood close says to the driver
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-16
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH2GN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The heated drivers seat Control Module is bad and I researched and people are saying that it’s a fire hazard.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-23
- VIN: 5n1az2mhxgn
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that an antifreeze-like odor could be smelled upon exiting the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transfer case fluid had leaked onto his manifold; he was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and was given an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained in the possession of the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-12
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH0GN
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: The driver seat heater is not working.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-19
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH5GN
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: I recently brought my 2016 Nissan Murano to the Nissan service department and asked them to check the driver's side heated seat as it was not working. I was notified by the Nissan service department that the heated seat module had melted and that they needed to disconnect the component because it was a safety concern. It was very concerning to learn that the heated seat component could have possibly caused personal harm to anyone driving my vehicle. I reached out to Nissan in an effort to have them fix the defect and they refused to fix the vehicle free of charge. I have also researched this defect online and there seems to be a pattern of this defect happening in other vehicles of this model and year. I believe that this is a serious safety issue and that Nissan should be investigating the heated seat components on these vehicles and fix the component, so they are safe and in working order.
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-02
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH3GN
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: I am having transmission issues. The car vibrates when I am driving and accelerating between 15-50MPH. I also have water coming in my vehicle and causing mold from the passenger side. I have taken the car to 3 dealers and I have contacted Nissan. There has not been a resolution yet. I had the transfer case repaired twice within less than a month at a Nissan dealer. The vibrating/growling noise is still present. I simply want my car to be fixed
POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-01
- VIN: 5n1az2mh3gn
- Components: POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that water was leaking into the front driver’s side of the vehicle. Additionally, the engine was making a grinding sound and vibrating while attempting to accelerate. The vehicle also had an oil leak from the transfer case. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer who replaced the transfer case however, the leak recurred approximately a month later. The repair was completed again however, the vehicle was still emitting an abnormal sound. The contact was also informed that the torque converter needed to be repaired. The contact was informed that the torque converter was not damaged enough to be replaced. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the transaxle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-25
- VIN: 5N1CZ2MG8GN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: ABS actuator failed. In case of a sudden stop the anti lock brakes would not work The problem was confirmed after my brake and ABS light stayed on after suddenly coming on while I was driving. I took it to the Nissan dealer Dick Smith Nissan Columbia, SC 3670 Ferandina RD. phone 803-213-3802. Dwayne Brown service mgr. will confirm. Prior to this there was no confirmation of this part being inspected or replaced on my vehicle despite a recall on all muranos 2015-2017 including my model 2016 murano hybrids. See Nissan recall NTB 16-0886 Nissan memo PC482 Jan 12,2017. When contacted Nissan consumer affairs refused to cover my vehicle despite having the problem they had recalled prior.CASE # 44822189 costing me $1417.32 despite saying would replace free of charge in bulletin. incident occurred Sept 25,2021 and repaired Oct !2,2021.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-21
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MG0GN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I was driving down the road, state highway 78 in Alabama, while going roughly 55 mph, when I heard what sounded like a gunshot or explosion. I stopped to assess the situation, thinking I hit something or a tire exploded. Upon further investigation I discovered that the sunroof had actually exploded. As you can see from the pictures the glass pushed upward and out instead of in and down.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-07-06
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MG1GN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle randomly quits running while driving. Once stopped, it will typically restart after being put in park and usual parking, stopping, end running operations are performed. There are no warning lights of any kind prior to engine stopping. There are no codes and check engine light has not come on. My daughters safety is of primary concern, as well as other motorists. This happens at speed randomly with no warning. I have searched online and find numerous reports of this on forums and the usual dealer response is it couldn't be replicated. It has occurred between 5-10 times over the past 6-12 months. No accidents yet, but it is not a question of 'if' it is a question of 'when'.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-21
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH0GN
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: FAILURE OF TRANSFER CASE: WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ON STREET GOING AT POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 45 MPH, SUV MADE GRINDING NOISE WHEN COMING TO A STOP LIGHT. UPON START OF ACCELERATION NOISE HEARD AGAIN. AT SPEED LIMIT OF 45 MPH CAR SUDDENLY FELT AS IF WHEELS LOCKED UP AND CAR WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE. SHIFT TO PARK, SHIFTED BACK TO DRIVE AND REVERSE, NO MOVEMENT OF CAR IN GEAR. NEEDED SPECIALIZED DOLLY LIFT TOWING TO DEALERSHIP IN AREA. UPON MULTIPLE INSPECTIONS AND DELIBERATIONS WITH DEALERSHIP MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT AND NISSAN WARRANTY REPRESENTATIVES PART DEEMED RESPONSIBLE WAS THE TRANSFER CASE. THIS WAS SUPPOSEDLY REPAIRED WHEN INCIDENTALLY FOUND AT PRIOR CAR INSPECTION AT USUAL DEALER. REPAIR HAS NOW BEEN DEEMED TO BE COMPLETED WITH USED TRANSFER CASE AS A SAFE OPTIONS. CONCERN REMAINS ON MY MIND FOR FAULTY PART AND REPAIR. CONCERN FOR OTHERS TRAVELING ON ROAD THAT CAR WILL COME TO IMMEDIATE ABRUPT STOP AND ACCIDENT POSSIBLE. LUCKILY CAR BEHIND ME WAS ABLE TO AVOID COLLISION.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-18
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH4GN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS
- Summary: 2015-2019 NISSAN MURANOS HAVE AN ON-GOING ELECTRICAL HAZARD WITH THE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS. THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS CONNECTOR DIRECTLY UNDER THE SEAT WILL FAIL AND ACTUALLY GET SO HOT IT WILL MELT THE PLASTIC PIECES! IN FACT, NISSAN HAS ISSUED IT'S OWN 15 PAGE SERVICE BULLETIN WARNING TO ITS DEALERS ON THE FIRE DANGER (EL18-035, REFERENCE NTB19-004, DATED 17 JANUARY 2019). THIS BULLETIN GRAPHICALLY SHOWS PICTURES OF HOW THE HARNESS CONNECTOR AND THE SEAT CONTROL UNIT WILL GET SO HOT THEY WILL MELT AND FAIL. IT ALSO DETAILS HOW LOCAL DEALERS SHOULD REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE CONNECTOR AND EVEN HOW THEY SHOULD CHARGE NISSAN BACK FOR THE REPAIR (PAGE 15 - PRIMARY PART LINE CLAIM). MY 2016 NISSAN MURANO SUFFERED THE SAME DRIVERS SEAT ELECTRICAL FAILURE RECENTLY. I VISUALLY VERIFIED THE DAMAGED (MELTED) CONNECTOR UNDER THE SEAT AND CONTACTED MY LOCAL NISSAN DEALER (YOUNGBLOOD NISSAN, SPRINGFIELD MO.). I PROVIDED THEM THE NISSAN ALERT INFORMATION. THE DEALER IS REFUSING TO FIX THE KNOWN FAILURE UNLESS THEY ARE PAID FOR THE SERVICE WORK (ESTIMATED IS OVER $300.00)! GIVEN THAT THIS FIRE HAZARD COVERS FOUR YEARS WORTH OF NISSAN MURANO PRODUCTION AND THE 2016-2019 TITANS, NISSAN SHOULD FIX THE DEFECTIVE PARTS FOR FREE. WHILE IN MY CASE THERE WAS NO ACTUAL FIRE OR DAMAGE BEYOND THE MELTED ELECTRICAL PARTS AND LOSS OF THE SEAT CLIMATE CONTROL FEATURE..I HAVE LEFT THE DEFECTIVE PLUG DISCONNECTED, STILL LEAVES ME VERY CONCERNED ABOUT THEY SAFETY OF MYSELF AND MY FAMILY. I HAVE ATTACHED IMAGES OF BOTH THE INTERNAL NISSAN SERVICE BULLETIN AND AN IMAGE OF MY MELTED AND DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL PLUG. THANK YOU.
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-19
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH7GN
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: VEHICLE HAS A CONSTANT RINGING OR BUZZING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR BUMPER WHETHER CAR IS ON OR OFF CONSTANT RINGING SEEM TO APPEAR WHEN I'M WASHING THE VEHICLE AND THE TEMPERATURE IS LOW
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-16
- VIN: 5N1AZ2MH2GN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS
- Summary: AS WE WERE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET OUR 2016 NISSAN MURANO WE COULD SMELL PLASTIC MELTING OR BURNING WHILE HAVING OUR DRIVER SEAT HEATING SYSTEM TURNED ON. WE TURNED OFF THE HEATING SYSTEM. NOW, OUR DRIVER SEAT HEATER DOES NOT TURN ON AT ALL. WE PLAN TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A NISSAN DEALERSHIP TO GET IT DIAGNOSED, BUT AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH ONLINE, WE COULD READ THAT MANY OTHERS DEALT WITH THIS ISSUE PREVIOUSLY. THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS UNDER THE DRIVERS SEAT GETS TOO HOT AND BEGINS TO MELT. IT SEEMS THAT THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO A FAILURE OF THE ELETRICAL HARNESS. I WILL HAVE A SPECIFIC DIAGNOSIS SOON.*DT CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY DID NOT HAVE A SOLUTION.
2016 Nissan Murano recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2016 Nissan Murano.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
- Consequence: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
- Consequence: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, 2015-2017 Murano vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, and 2015-2016 Murano Hybrid vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to July 19, 2016. The affected vehicles have Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps that may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal electrical circuit board.
- Consequence: A brake fluid leak onto the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS Actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Murano vehicles manufactured December 17, 2015, to February 11, 2016, and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to February 12, 2016 and equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC). The ABS actuator may have a damaged O-ring that may result in a lack of brake fluid pressure.
- Consequence: Insufficient brake fluid pressure may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Negative 2016 Nissan Murano car reviews
Positive 2016 Nissan Murano car reviews
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I've been driving my Nissan Murano 2016 for over 7 months now and overall, it's been great. However, I recently noticed that during heating, the AC (heat air) only diffuses on the right side of the driver. I feel cold on my left leg when I'm driving because the air only diffuses on the left side. I plan to get some plastic flex pipe and extend it towards the left leg to fix this issue. Other than this, I absolutely love this SUV!
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Congratulations on your recent purchase of the Murano Hybrid! It's great to hear that you haven't had any problems with it so far. You made a smart choice by going for a brand new car with minimal miles for more than half off the MSRP. It's understandable that you haven't been able to find many reviews on the hybrid model, as it's quite rare. It sounds like the car is perfect for your family of four, especially since you needed something comfortable due to your recent back surgery. The seats, designed by NASA, are a great feature and it's good to hear that your kids find them comfortable too. While the brakes may be a little touchy, it's reassuring to know that the car is top of its class in safety. The motors sound impressive, with around 250 hpwr and the CVT tranny makes for a smooth ride. It's great that you're still discovering all the features of the car, but so far it seems to have everything you need. The styling is modern and classy, and the aerodynamics are impressive. It's no surprise that other cars have taken inspiration from the Murano body style. It's definitely a great value for the money, especially since you can fill up for only $35.00 and go around 600 miles depending on how you drive. The dash cluster is also helpful in explaining this. It's clear that you're enjoying your new car and I'm sure it will continue to serve you well. Best wishes!
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I chose to go with a Nissan because I had an Infiniti for 7 years/155,000 miles which I loved and was incredibly reliable, but I needed to upgrade in size and couldn't afford the same size in an Infiniti. I ended up purchasing a 2016 Murano Platinum with 9600 miles at a great price and with the full extended warranty. I have been so pleased with the car in the month or so that I've owned it. I drive all over the state for work, so comfort, reliability, and a quiet interior were very important to me, and this car meets all of those expectations. I also needed more cargo space for work, and it fits everything I need to carry with room for even more. The Platinum version has all the bells and whistles, which I wasn't seeking out but enjoy having. The gas mileage is a little less than advertised, but it's better than my previous car, which was smaller. The controls are very easy to use, similar to my previous car, and the display is easy to read. Overall, I'm thrilled with the car and I'm glad I took the plunge to purchase it when I did.
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Excellent ride! Everything still looks and performs as if you just purchased the car. I highly recommend the Murano! This SUV is holding up very well in terms of both function and style!
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Still exceeds all our expectations! After over 3 years, I still think this has been one of the best vehicles that I have ever owned. It seems to be bulletproof!
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Juvenal Von 2024-11-05
This car has the nicest interior of all the mid-size luxury SUVs we looked at. It also has great fuel economy for its size and an extremely smooth ride. Unfortunately, we did experience some issues with the car. The tailgate stopped working, and although the dealer was able to reset it and it worked for a few more months, they later informed us that it would cost over 2k to fix. Additionally, the exhaust became very loud, and it turned out that the catalytic converter had come loose and needed to be removed and re-welded. Finally, the CVT transmission started malfunctioning at about 90k miles, and the dealer quoted us 7k to fix it. Unfortunately, we won't be purchasing this car again.
Guiseppe Torp 2024-10-25
The car is comfortable, fun to drive, and has good technology. It's unfortunate that the sound system cannot be upgraded with a software update to include Apple/Samsung functions in the new model. I have experienced two issues with the car. Firstly, the fuel economy for the hybrid model is not as good as I expected. Secondly, I have had issues with the rear power hatch. The hatch issue is a known problem for this model, and there isn't an easy way to override the system for manual use without climbing into the trunk and manually releasing the latch every time you need to open it. Although it is poorly designed, I was able to have mine repaired under the manufacturer's warranty. However, it is likely to fail again, as noted by others who have had the auto hatch fail multiple times. If not covered, the repair was going to cost over $1100.
Karson Dietrich 2024-09-14
I recently purchased a 2016 Nissan Murano Platinum. Unfortunately, there is a noise that comes from behind the dashboard that can be quite bothersome. Despite my efforts, I have not been able to identify the source of the noise. At times, it seems like it may be the dash itself, while at other times it sounds like a cable wrapping around something. Despite this issue, I have found the car's technology to be impressive. The cameras work great and are especially handy in my small garage. Although the noise is still present, my family and I have learned to ignore it.
Torrance Crist 2024-08-22
This vehicle has poor gas mileage and a loud engine noise for a V6, which sounds more like a 4-cylinder boxer. However, the seat comfort is a definite pro. Despite the low resale value, I decided to keep the vehicle as trading it in would have resulted in a significant loss due to being upside down. The headlights could be improved, especially in rainy conditions.
Demond Kessler 2024-06-07
The car provides a smooth ride and is fairly quiet. Unfortunately, I found out the hard way that it is known for transmission issues, which can cost up to $8000 to fix.