2014 Nissan Murano: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2014 Nissan Murano? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 141 complaints, with Uncategorized Issues as the top reported area.
2014 Nissan Murano Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2014 Nissan Murano trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.
2014 Nissan Murano Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2014 Nissan Murano SUV FWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
17.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
17.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2014 Nissan Murano has 141 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Murano
- Model year
- 2014
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 141
- Crash-related complaints
- 6
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 20
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 23
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2014 Nissan Murano Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Transmission / Drivetrain
Steering Defects
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Transmission / Drivetrain, Steering Defects. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2014 Nissan Murano?
The 2014 Nissan Murano shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2014 Nissan Murano
Inspection Focus
- Investigate uncategorized issues by requesting detailed service records.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission, steering, and visibility components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Investigate uncategorized issues by requesting detailed service records.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission, steering, and visibility components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase, focusing on reported components.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2014 Nissan Murano, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Complaints for the 2014 Nissan Murano are concentrated in uncategorized issues, transmission/drivetrain, steering, and visibility/wiper components. There is one recall and six crash-related complaints, but the low confidence level suggests caution in interpretation.
- Uncategorized Issues account for the highest number of complaints at 39.
- Transmission/Drivetrain complaints total 30, indicating a recurring theme.
- Steering Defects have 21 complaints, suggesting a potential area of concern.
- Visibility/Wiper complaints number 20, pointing to possible issues with wipers or visibility.
- Uncategorized Issues with 39 complaints
- Transmission/Drivetrain with 30 complaints
- Steering Defects with 21 complaints
All 2014 Nissan Murano Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Nissan Murano. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 39 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 30 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 21 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 20 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 11 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 5 | 3 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Nissan Murano. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the AC compressor became inoperable. The contact stated that the power steering fluid was making an abnormal sound like the fluid was boiling. The message "Maintenance Other" was…
My Power steering and Serpentine belt needs replaced as well with the pulley.
On multiple occasions now the transmission has failed to switch gears causing the RPM's to stay elevated while no additional power has been created. This happens mostly on the highway at 55 to 60 mph but has also happened on side/back roads especially when changing elevation (up…
Service air bag light on dash is blinking non stop, in addition the "Passenger Airbag" light below the radio controls is always showing "off" regardless of having a passenger in the seat. After getting the Data read via mechanic the issue is pointing towards bad communication fro…
I have done a lot of research on these Nissan Muranos and other Nissan models. There are recalls for this exact same issue on models 2015-2019 and I have a 2014. I have viewed many complaints and reviews that state owners also have problem with the CVT transmission. Mine is givin…
Engine failure.
The contact’s spouse owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while his spouse was driving 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was steered to side of the road and restarted. The vehicle was towed to the resi…
It seems I am facing the same issue as RS19-004C - DTC B00A0-00 STORED
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated. In addition, the contact stated that several days later, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, wher…
The airbag warning indicator lit up on my Nisan Murano dash board. This is safety concern for me and my family. When I took my vehicle to Nissan dealer to have it checked, they said there was a recall on it which expired. I bought this vehicle in 2021. I did not get any recall no…
The safety issue is with a 2014 Nissan Murano. April 22, 2024, the air bag light is on steady, so the vehicle was taken to a Nissan dealer to determine the repairs that are necessary. The Nissan dealer determined the battery charge was low and recharged the battery. The air bag l…
The transmission has given out. There are recalls for the same year (2014) on different Nissan vehicles. There are issues that I have never had. One minute it will go then it'll shudder and not move at all even with the pedal pushed down. It goes into limp mode. There are threa…
The paint on my hood started peeling last spring for no apparent reason, so I brought my car to a local body shop to have it repainted, and the owner there said that he sees this all the time with Nissans that are that color and that were made around that year, but that there wer…
CVT transmission gears slipping. OBD II code states stepper motor malfunction. This has caused the vehicle to go from 75 mph to 45 so quickly it almost caused an accident on the freeway. The most recent incident happened today. The transmission started whining and RPMs went high.…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the passenger’s side occupancy sens…
2014 Nissan Murano with only 43,000 miles had the ABS acuator fail causing the brakes to go all the way to the floor. Nissan had a recall on this part for 2015-2017 Muranos. Mine is a 2014. Cost to repair is $2400 from the dealer. I called Nissan and they wouldn't budge as fa…
Just noticed a loud bang sound from back and got it checked. Finally found out that the rear subframe has all rusted out which is very dangerous.
Cvt issues
I had been hearing a humming noise in the car for some time. I was on the turnpike and the car just simply stopped moving forward. No matter how much gas I gave it, I could not move.
Loud whining , as if tranny will not go into next gear
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Nissan Murano.
2014 Nissan Murano Recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 Nissan Murano. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2014 Nissan Murano Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2014 Nissan Murano reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 141 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2014 Nissan Murano shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Murano?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (39 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (30 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (21 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Nissan Murano?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Nissan Murano?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2014 Nissan Murano, NHTSA complaints include 6 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 141 total complaints. 13 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Nissan Murano have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2014 Nissan Murano. A major recall area is STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2014 Nissan Murano?▾
The 2014 Nissan Murano shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Uncategorized Issues during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
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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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.