KnownCarProblems2014 Nissan Murano Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 145 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Nissan Murano, most often about the other or unspecified (27% of complaints, typically around 53,000 miles). It is 10th of 24 Murano model years by number of complaints and has 1 recall.
Most common 2014 Nissan Murano problems
Other or unspecified
39 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 53,000 miles.
The sun visor on the driver's side (left side) no longer stays in the up position. It hangs down and blocks the view if the rearview mirror and blocks the view if street signs and street lights.
The sun visor has made a popping noise when closing it from the first day I purchased the vehicle. Yesterday the sun visor completely broke and now it will not stay up in the closed position. This issue is causing a safety issue since it obscures my vision while driving.
Transmission
31 complaints · 21%Half of these problems showed up before 95,500 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
Driving mountain terrain on hwy 87 north in the desert heat near phoenix the vehicle lost power and would not accelerate properly. When taken to the dealership we were told that it was something that they see frequently when driving long distances, up mountains or in extreme heat. Also told by Nissan consumer affairs…
My Nissan Murano's CVT transmission suddenly failed while driving in the passing lane on interstate highway 84. This placed me and my physically disabled wife in an extremely dangerous situation.
Steering
23 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 52,000 miles. Parts named most often: electric power assist system, hydraulic power assist.
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. While driving approximately 5 MPH, the power steering failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to deery brother Nissan of dubuque (located at 600 century dr, dubuque, ia 52002, ([phone]) where it was diagnosed that the power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was…
Power steering does not work at low speeds (parallel parking, low speed turns, 3 point turns) in both forward and reverse. Power steering "whines" while acccelerating from a complete stop. Vehicle had approximately 65,500 miles on it when it started. Was told by the Nissan technician that did a diagnostic that it is…
Visibility and wipers
21 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 50,000 miles. Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly.
The driver's side sun visor will not stay up. It hangs in the down position and obstructs the view of the driver. It initially would only fall down when the vehicle hit a bump in the roadway.now the visor will not stay up at all and is constantly blocking the driver's view.
The sun visor on the driver's side (left side) no longer stays in the up position. It hangs down and blocks the view if the rearview mirror and blocks the view if street signs and street lights.
Air bags
11 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 30,000 miles. Parts named most often: sensor.
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passengerâs side air bag warning light illuminated the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the passengerâs side occupancy sensor. The vehicle was not repaired.…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front passengerâs seat air bag warning light continuously blinked which indicated that the passengerâs side air bag system was malfunctioning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the air bag…
Body and structure
10 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 40,500 miles. Parts named most often: body.
While traveling at approximately 70 MPH westbound on highway I-72/US 36 near hannibal, missouri, we heard a loud and sudden explosion resulting in a catastrophic loss of the sunroof on our SUV. At the time of the incident, the sunroof and sunshade were closed. The highway was lightly traveled and there were no…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the convertible hood failed to close securely. The contact stated that the several functions failed to operate with the convertible top unlatched. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who confirmed that the convertible hood failed and needed to be…
Electrical
8 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 57,500 miles. Parts named most often: instrument panel.
An electrical fault in the alternator causes the car to enter "forced idle", immediately losing all accelerator power. There is no indicator warning.
Odometer fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Nissan Murano. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 7,071; however, after the purchase, it was discovered via the national motor vehicle title information system that the mileage…
Engine
8 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 125,500 miles. Parts named most often: cooling system.
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that multiple issues were experienced with the vehicle while driving, including the following: the transmission has odd noises, is not changing gears properly, and emits a burning smell; the vehicle randomly overheats; the brake fluid bubbles when the vehicle…
The contactâs spouse owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while his spouse was driving 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was steered to side of the road and restarted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2014 Nissan Murano recalls
Steering: hose, piping, and connections
Risk: If the power steering fluid leaks onto a heat source such as hot engine or exhaust components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
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 2014 Nissan Murano
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Murano?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (39 complaints, typically around 53,000 miles); transmission (31 complaints, typically around 95,500 miles); steering (23 complaints, typically around 52,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Murano have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from March 16, 2017 (steering). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2014 a bad year for the Nissan Murano?
- It is 10th of 24 Murano model years by number of complaints, with 145 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.