2017 Nissan Murano Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2017 Nissan Murano has 107 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 65, and 3 recalls, earning a Caution verdict. It ranks 8th worst out of 21 model years, with engine, brakes, and electrical issues topping owner reports.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 65/100
- #8 of 21 Murano years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 107
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- 2 Park Outside
- Crashes
- 8
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 11
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21 city / 28 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 11 / 0
Top 2017 Nissan Murano problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other27 (25%)
- Engine19 (18%)
- Brakes18 (17%)
- Electrical System18 (17%)
- Transmission & Powertrain14 (13%)
- Structure & Body10 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers10 (9%)
- Airbags7 (7%)
- Seat Belts7 (7%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras5 (5%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in low-to-moderate speed crashes around 30-35 mph, including one where the vehicle was later declared a total loss.
- Owners describe the brake pedal being depressed but the vehicle failing to stop, leading to rear-end or side-impact collisions.
- The ABS actuator pump is reported to leak brake fluid onto a circuit board, creating an electrical short and a fire risk, prompting Nissan to recommend parking outside.
- Some owners report the steering wheel failing to turn at low speed (around 12 mph) with the power steering warning light illuminated.
- A driver reported that traction control shut off unexpectedly on an icy incline, causing the vehicle to slide backward off a gravel driveway.
- One owner noted uneven heated seat performance, with one side of the front seat heating much less than the other.
2017 Nissan Murano recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 19V807000Nov 8, 2019Brakes391,479 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 18V601000Sep 7, 2018Brakes215,124 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
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.
Risk: 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.
- NHTSA 16V636000Sep 2, 2016Brakes120,329 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
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.
Risk: 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.
2017 Nissan Murano fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2017 compared with other Murano years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Nissan Murano reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2017 Murano a complaint index of 65 and a Caution verdict, ranking 8th worst among 21 model years of the Murano. It has fewer complaints than the worst years like 2009 (complaint index 100) but more than newer years like 2021-2024.
- What problems does the 2017 Nissan Murano have?
- Owners most commonly reported engine issues (19 complaints, 18% share), followed closely by brake and electrical system problems (18 complaints each, 17% share). Median mileage at failure for engine complaints was 31,789 miles.
- Does the 2017 Nissan Murano have a brake recall?
- Yes. NHTSA lists three brake-related recalls for the 2017 Murano (campaigns 16V636000, 18V601000, and 19V807000), all involving inspection or replacement of the ABS actuator, with some requiring owners to park outside.
- How does the 2017 Murano compare to other model years?
- The 2017 Murano's complaint index of 65 is worse than 2016 (40), 2018 (45), and 2019 (25), but better than older years like 2005-2010, which carry Avoid verdicts with complaint indexes from 80 to 100.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Nissan Murano?
- The EPA rates the 2017 Murano at 24 mpg combined (21 city / 28 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,700.