2010 Nissan Murano problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
Worth extra scrutiny
The 2010 Nissan Murano sits mid-pack among Murano years: 221 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 161, with no recalls and no defect investigations.
No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (55), transmission (40), and electrical system (25), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.
221
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
11
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
7
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2010 compare to other Murano years?
What are the most common 2010 Nissan Murano problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 55 | 25% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 40 | 18% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 25 | 11% | ▼ down |
| Other | 16 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 15 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 15 | 7% | — flat |
| Airbags | 13 | 6% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 10 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 9 | 4% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 6 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 5 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 4 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Speed Control | 3 | 1% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | — flat |
| Child Seat | 1 | 0% | — flat |
| Latches & Locks | 1 | 0% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TODAY, NOV 26, 2019, A DRY, SUNNY DAY NEAR BOSTON MY BRAKES ON 2010 MURANO FAILED AND CAR REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT AT ABOUT 10MPH. PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR , CAR SLOWED SLIGHTLY BUT WAS UNABLE TO STOP WITH PLENTY OF SPACE TO DO SO IN NORMAL CONDITIONS. UNABLE TO STEER AROUND IT DUE TO…”
“KNOWN PROBLEM WITH NISSAN 2010 MURANO CVT AND TRANSFER CASE FAILURE. CVT / TRANSFER CASE FAILED AT 96,000 AND THEY KNOW ABOUT HIS CONSTANT PROBLEM AND DO NOTHING. TRYING TO DEAL WITH NISSAN HAS BEEN A DISASTER AND NO ONE WILL TALK TO ME ABOUT PAYING FOR THIS KNOWN PROBLEM. BOTH SWAY BARS BROKE…”
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN MURANO LE. THE ON BOARD NAVIGATION SYSTEM DID NOT WORK WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, IT ONLY WORKED WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT FOR SAFETY REASONS YOU CANNOT USE THE SYSTEM WHEN DRIVING AND IT IS A FEDERAL MANDATE TO ENGAGE IT…”
“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…”
“2010 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, THE GLASS OF THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY AND SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED INTO BITS. IT WAS NOT HIT BY ANY OBJECT, AS TRAFFIC WAS CLEAR ON THE HIGHWAY AND THERE WAS NO OVERPASS IN THE AREA. NISSAN SAID THEY FOUND NO MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT, AND MY INSURANCE WOULD NOT…”
2010 Nissan Murano — common questions
Is the 2010 Nissan Murano reliable?
It is close to typical for the Murano: 221 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and no investigations on file.
What are the most common 2010 Murano problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (55 complaints), transmission (40 complaints), electrical system (25 complaints).
Does the 2010 Nissan Murano have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2010 Nissan Murano.
Which Nissan Murano years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Murano years to avoid are 2005, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2004, 2009, 2015. The cleanest record among Murano years belongs to 2026.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.