2012 NISSAN MURANO Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2012 Nissan Murano. This model year has 133 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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Worst 2012 Nissan Murano Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Airbag Malfunctions
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Nissan Murano. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 30 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 26 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 23 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 14 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Vehicles of previous model years, this model year, and future model years have all experienced this issue. Issue was reported on thru a youTube channel in order to let the public know and understand the issue and how to fix/repair the issue. It was then discovered thru view tim…
While driving, vehicle just quits and all dashboard lights flash quickly and then the car stalls out and won't restart. This has happened 4 times now. Had battery replaced, alternator replaced for a 2nd time, sensor replaced. Now, I had the car towed to dealer who wanted to k…
When accelerating from a stop vehicle does not move, with gas pedal to the floor will slowly advance or stall. Has a battery drain somewhere also.
The installation of Intoxalock for safety has caused the car to completely lose power while driving and it is safety device. The device drains the battery and causes complete interruption of an operable vehicle. This puts my safety at risk and other motorists. The component has h…
The rear subframe has rusted through due to road salt and made the vehicle unsafe to drive
Paint continues to chip and peel. It looks awful and Nissan won't do anything about it. It should be under the same recall as the Nissan Rogue and Infinity. It has overly devalued my car.
I purchased 2012 Nissan Murano in Jul 2012. Recently the Airbag light is on and keeps flashing when start the car. It happened since 6 months ago. I sent my car to the local Nissan Dealer, they charged me $149 diagnostic fee + $1500 to replace the Airbag DIAG unit under the cente…
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the air bag control module was faulty and needed to be replaced. The …
Airbags have malfunctioned. I was told the whole passenger seat needed to be replaced which costs more than the car is worth. No safety recall for this year. I know I’m not the only one with this issue.
This car I purchased two months ago has the Cvt transmission in it and has proven unsafe for regular traffic let alone highway driving. It randomly “lurches” , has a loss of power and hesitates when accelerating or lane changing .
The tire light stay on even after I put air in it. I don’t think my tire air pressure is being monitored correctly; this is not due to an accident. This light come on all the time… before and after I put air in my tires
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the rear subframe was rusted. The c…
2012 Nissan Murano. Airbag red light always blinking plus passenger seat airbag says it’s “off”. Loads of similar complaints on web sites. Took to Annapolis Nilsson on Riva Road today. They were very aware of issue but said there is no recall. So both airbags will not inflate, n…
Driver sunroof exploded while driving. Nothing impacted the glass to my knowledge. Occurred on 1/21/23, 54xxx miles on the vehicle, no previous accidents. Gloomy day approx 30F, heat on and drivers window opened about an inch. No injuries.
The progressive rattling/ shaking from the steering wheel has led to some close calls driving on multi lane roads the curve to the left at all. I've never had a single service light turn on even though steering and wheel issues were apparent. Every bump and cranny on the road is …
I have a 95 yrs. old Mother who I transport to appointments etc. and I am not feeling safe in our 2012 Nissan Murano due to the airbag malfunctioning. I have read numerous reports that state if there was ever an accident with these airbags that they would not potentially work or…
The driver side sun visor suddenly broke and is floppy, hanging down and will not stay up. This is hindering my line of vision restricting my view of the road.
2012 NISSAN MURANO PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATING. RECEIVING DIAGNOSTIC CODE B10818. SEAT IS NOT RECONIZING WHEN A PASSENGER IS IN SEAT AND POSES A SAFTEY HAZARD TO PASSENGER. WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED ON 08/15/2022.
Supplemental Air Bags Flashing on dashboard. Brought to Nissan dealership. Was able to stop blinking for five days. Brought back to dealership. Still there. Air bags may not expand during an accident or may activate without warning with no accident. My wife has osteoarthritis and…
Sun visor on driver and passenger sides do not stay up
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2012 Nissan Murano.
Recalls for 2012 Nissan Murano
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2012 Nissan Murano. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2012 Nissan Murano — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2012 Nissan Murano reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2012 Nissan Murano has 133 NHTSA owner complaints, 4 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Transmission / Drivetrain (30 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Nissan Murano?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (30 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (26 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (23 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2012 Nissan Murano?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2012 Nissan Murano?▾
The 2012 Nissan Murano has 4 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 133 total NHTSA complaints. 4 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2012 Nissan Murano have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2012 Nissan Murano. The largest issue: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2012 Nissan Murano?▾
The 2012 Nissan Murano has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Transmission / Drivetrain issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Murano reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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