KnownCarProblems2010 Nissan Murano Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 193 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Nissan Murano, most often about the brakes (29% of complaints, typically around 99,500 miles). It is 8th of 24 Murano model years by number of complaints.
Complaints193
Recalls0
Crashes reported11
Fires reported1
Injuries reported7
Most common 2010 Nissan Murano problems
Brakes
56 complaints · 29%Half of these problems showed up before 99,500 miles.
This symptom occurs at all speeds. When brakes are depressed, the pedal goes all the way to the floor. Brakes do not function properly causing increased stopping distance. This issue is a hazard for occupants of the vehicle and others on the road around the vehicle. The symptoms the vehicle is exhibiting are identical…
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while her husband was driving and attempting to slow down, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to slow the vehicle. The brake pedal was pumped several times and the brakes operated as designed. The vehicle was driven back to the residence without…
Transmission
40 complaints · 21%Half of these problems showed up before 88,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, transfer case (4-wheel drive).
Multiple times, over past few years, after 1 0r more hours at highway speed ( 70 - 80 MPH ) vehicle loses all acceleration. Occurs with cruise on or off. Will maintain speed on level road. Will lose speed on any incline.after pulling off highway, turning off car and restarting has always solved problem; until today on…
I was driving in rush hour traffic and was driving approximately 45 MPH. A truck moved over into my lane forcing me on the shoulder of the road. As I drove home after the incident I noticed the transmission was making a high winding sound and was not shifting gear. The next day as I was driving to have it looked at…
Electrical
22 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 57,000 miles. Parts named most often: software, instrument cluster/panel, alternator/generator/regulator.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact noticed an electrical burning odor and there was white smoke coming out of the hood. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart and was…
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the smart key became inoperable and locked up the ignition while the key light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transponder and computer system failed and needed to be updated and…
Other or unspecified
17 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 89,000 miles.
Dashboard is splitting in 6 places across the entire surface and is very sticky and pliable with a residue leaching out from the material which is wet and shinny. Everything sticks and it puts a glare on the windshield obstructing your vision at times. Vehicle has 105,738 miles and is garaged. My research has found…
This complaint pertains to the driver side vehicle support post between the front window and driver side window. This post is very thick and obstructive and is a major blind spot. My wife and I really have to almost look around this post to see if there is a car coming. We have on several occasions didn't see a car…
Body and structure
16 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 95,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members, interior panels.
When my husband pulled the driver's side handle to open the door, the handle came off in his hand. The repair cost $297.50 ( quoted price was $350 and we had a 15% discount coupon) interestingly they had the handle in stock. Attached picture of handle shows a hallow area that seems like it could be a defective part.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact heard an abnormally loud sound. The contact drove the vehicle to a nearby local independent mechanic, and the vehicle was diagnosed with a corroded subframe. The contact was informed that the subframe needed to be replaced. The…
Suspension
15 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 115,000 miles.
My friend's daughter was driving my car on a side street and suddenly was unable to control the car nearly going into a ditch. She said the car was was swerving uncontrollably. She did what she could to control the vehicle, and nearly spun in a circle, and went into a ditch. Pulled herself out of the ditch, the…
I purchased my car, used, from Nissan of canton (michigan), on sept. 23, 2016 where there were no disclosures of any safety concerns due to structural or other concerns. On march 15, 2018, the right rear of car made a metal snapping sound and began driving poorly so I took the car to an ase certified mechanic who…
Air bags
13 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 63,000 miles.
I was in acc an my driver side air bag poped as I was driven on the street an a car turn in front of me hit on passage side front an my air bag did not fill
I took my 2010 Nissan Murano le AWD to maus Nissan of new port richey, fl because the passenger side airbag warning light was flashing. This well maintained, garage kept vehicle with 74500 miles, 95% of service/maintenance done by Nissan, was in pristine condition, single driver,no accidents, and rarely even a…
Engine
10 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 72,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
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…
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Murano. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2010 Nissan Murano recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2010 Nissan Murano
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Murano?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: brakes (56 complaints, typically around 99,500 miles); transmission (40 complaints, typically around 88,000 miles); electrical (22 complaints, typically around 57,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2010 Nissan Murano have?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2010 Nissan Murano. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls in case one is issued later.
- Is the 2010 a bad year for the Nissan Murano?
- It is 8th of 24 Murano model years by number of complaints, with 193 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.