Is the 2016 Nissan MURANO reliable?

The 2016 Nissan MURANO has 141 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: average. Most common issue: OTHER problems.

What are common problems with the 2016 Nissan MURANO?

Top problems: OTHER (19 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (15 complaints, avg repair $500); BRAKES (15 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Nissan MURANO?

The 2016 Nissan MURANO gets 24 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2000. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2016 Nissan MURANO?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2016 Nissan MURANO is approximately $1,463/year (wagon class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2016 Nissan MURANO

Q: Are there any recalls on the 2016 Nissan MURANO?

Yes, there are 5 recall(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP, AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP. Contact any Nissan dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

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Quick Summary

The 2016 Nissan MURANO has 141 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 141. The most common issue is other problems (13% of all complaints), specifically: nissan murano complaint, i purchased a 2016 nissan murano in may of 2016 and since i have owned it i have been having problems with the traction control system bogging down acceleration if i am coming off a curb cut or going over a pot hole or irregularities in the road. i live off a 55 mph road. There are 5 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 2 crash reports 2 injuries

141

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

OTHER

19 complaints

13%

• NISSAN MURANO COMPLAINT, I PURCHASED A 2016 NISSAN MURANO IN MAY OF 2016 AND SINCE I HAVE OWNED IT I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM BOGGING DOWN ACCELERATION IF I AM COMING OFF A CURB CUT OR GOING OVER A POT HOLE OR IRREGULARITIES IN THE ROAD. I LIVE OFF A 55 MPH ROAD
• MY SIX-MONTH OLD 2016 NISSAN MURANO PLATINUM HAD SPONTANEOUS COMBUSTION OF MOON ROOF WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY IN GOOD WEATHER. THERE WERE NO CARS AROUND ME AND NO OVERHEAD PASS. THERE WERE NO BUMPS IN THE ROAD. I SAW NO ROCKS OR ANYTHING COMING TOWARD THE CAR. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS DAMAGE. I HEARD A
• WARM DAY, DRIVING WITH THE SUNROOF OPEN ON THE HWY IN STOP IN GO TRAFFIC. ALL OF SUDDEN HEAR THIS LOUD BOOM AND THE PANORAMIC ROOF SHATTERS. TRAFFIC WAS GOING ABOUT FIVE TO TEN MILES AN HOUR SO I KNOW IT WASN'T A ROCK THAT HIT IT. PLUS MY LOCATION WAS NOT UNDER ANYTHING THING, NO TREES, NO BYPASSES.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“NISSAN MURANO COMPLAINT, I PURCHASED A 2016 NISSAN MURANO IN MAY OF 2016 AND SINCE I HAVE OWNED IT I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM BOGGING DOWN ACCELERATION IF I AM COMING OFF A CURB CUT OR GOING OVER A POT HOLE OR IRREGULARITIES IN THE ROAD. I LIVE OFF A 55 MPH ROAD”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2016 Nissan MURANO

Based on 91 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 32K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

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150-200K

200K+

BODY/STRUCTURE

In line with typicalmedian 4K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BRAKES

In line with typicalmedian 15K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

In line with typicalmedian 37K mi · 9 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 55K mi · 8 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SPEED CONTROL

In line with typicalmedian 27K mi · 8 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

AIR BAGS

In line with typicalmedian 11K mi · 7 reports

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30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (5)

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP07/09/2018

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.

Fix: 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.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2016 Nissan MURANO

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,001

Per month

$167

Per mile

16.7¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,286/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,715/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2016 Nissan MURANO

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,463

Full coverage / month

$122

Liability only / year

$607

vs US avg

-13%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (wagon)0.95x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1463

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Nissan MURANO Service Intervals

Oil change

5K mi / 6 mo

Tire rotation

5K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

105K mi

Spark plugs

105K mi

Cabin air filter

15K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

60K mi

CVT-equipped models (Altima, Sentra, Rogue, Pathfinder) MUST use Nissan NS-3 CVT fluid, not conventional ATF. Frequent CVT service extends life significantly.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Nissan New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

3 yr / 36K mi

These are the terms for a new Nissan. If you're buying a used 2016 MURANO, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Nissan dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 141 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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OTHER: NISSAN MURANO COMPLAINT, I PURCHASED A 2016 NISSAN MURANO IN MAY OF 2016 AND SINCE I HAVE OWNED IT I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM BOGGING DOWN ACCELERATION IF I AM COMING OFF A CURB CUT OR GOING OVER A POT HOLE OR IRREGULARITIES IN THE ROAD. I LIVE OFF A 55 MPH ROAD
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: I WAS PARK IN A SUPERMARKET PARKING LOT AND TURN MY CAR I REVERSE AND WHEN I CHANGE GEAR TO DRIVE MY CAR DIDN'T MOVE TURN OFF CAR TO TRY AGAIN AND THIS TIME NOTHING HAPPEN NOT EVEN REVERSE OR NEUTRAL I DIDN'T KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS ISSUES WITH THIS TYPE OF VEHICLES I CALL NISSAN AND I WAS TOLD THA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BRAKES: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED APPROXIMATELY 50 FEET BEFORE STRIKING ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE "PLEASE PUT FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND PRESS THE START BUTTON" WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED. A POLICE REPORT
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR 5.5 MONTHS NOW .IT HAS A RAMDAM PROBLEM WHEN I TRY TO PULL OUT.WHEN I PUSH THE GAS PEDAL DOWN IT MAY OR MAY NOT PULL OUT BUT IF IT HESITATES [FROM 3 TO 20 SECONDS] IT WILL FINALY PULL OUT BUT IF YOU HAVE THE PEDAL PUSHED DOWN IT WILL TAKE OFF REAL FAST WHEN IT GETS READ
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 5 recalls have been completed — free at any Nissan dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)