How common are transmission problems in the 2010 Nissan Murano?

NHTSA lists 40 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2010 Murano, which is 21% of all 192 complaints filed for that model year.

At what mileage do 2010 Murano transmission problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 88,000 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Nissan Murano transmission?

No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for transmission & powertrain issues on the 2010 Murano, though at least one owner mentioned believing a recall existed.

Did the 2010 Murano transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries associated with the 40 transmission & powertrain complaints for this model year.

How does 2010 compare to other Murano years for transmission complaints?

The 2010 Murano's 21% share is similar to several other years, but lower than 2015, which had a 26% share with 52 complaints.

2010 Nissan Murano Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 40 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2010 Nissan Murano, 21% of all 192 complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 88,000 miles. No related recalls are listed for this component on this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 40; 21% of 192
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 88,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle hesitating or stalling for a couple of seconds when accelerating from a stop, sometimes with an error code logged by the dealer.
Several complaints describe sudden loss of acceleration or a drop from highway speed to a much lower speed with no warning, occasionally after long highway drives.
Multiple owners describe the transfer case leaking or failing, which they say led to transmission damage, gear sludge, or a rattling noise underneath the vehicle.
Some owners report the CVT transmission being destroyed outright, with the vehicle unable to move despite multiple fluid services.
A few complaints mention entering a 'limp mode' after full stops, with reduced torque and difficulty accelerating in traffic.
One owner referenced a recall on the CVT transmission when seeking repair, though no related recall is listed in the data for this year.

When 2010 Nissan Murano transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 5, 2010, latest Jul 3, 2025.

40 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2010 to Jul 2025; peak Nov 2013 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2010 Nissan Murano

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Murano model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201040 (21%)
201137 (25%)
201230 (22%)
201313 (18%)
201431 (21%)
201552 (26%)
201615 (14%)
201714 (13%)
20185 (4%)
20190 (0%)
20203 (7%)
20210 (0%)
20220 (0%)
20230 (0%)
20241 (20%)
20255 (23%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2010 Nissan Murano?: NHTSA lists 40 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2010 Murano, which is 21% of all 192 complaints filed for that model year.
At what mileage do 2010 Murano transmission problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component is 88,000 miles.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Nissan Murano transmission?: No related recalls are listed in the NHTSA data for transmission & powertrain issues on the 2010 Murano, though at least one owner mentioned believing a recall existed.
Did the 2010 Murano transmission issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries associated with the 40 transmission & powertrain complaints for this model year.
How does 2010 compare to other Murano years for transmission complaints?: The 2010 Murano's 21% share is similar to several other years, but lower than 2015, which had a 26% share with 52 complaints.