2016 NISSAN MURANO Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Nissan Murano. This model year has 106 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Uncategorized Issues.
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Worst 2016 Nissan Murano Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
Brake System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Nissan Murano. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 15 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 11 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Nissan Murano. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 106 most recent complaints
It show in the panel the check engine symbol & sometimes when I turn off the car the windows come down and the radio doesn’t want to work I can’t change stations even turn off the radio I need to shutdown the car and started again and then works the radio
CVT- transmission,Pulley, Tearing of belt The safety of myself as well as others was put at risk do to the vehicle loosing power while driving on the freeway,yes the dealership ran a diagnostic which produce a report of a failing CVT-transmission ,Pulley and tearing of belt. No,…
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while her son was driving at approximately 55 MPH at 12:30 AM with no other vehicles on the road, he observed aloud bang and the sunroof shattered. The contact stated that she was sure nothing came into contact with t…
I am having issues with the the paint peeling off my car. I've noticed that some other Nissan's have had a recall due to defective - defective paint primer.
Was told by coggin nissan that my front control arms are cracked and need to be replaced. Car only has 64k miles on it I bought it new. Found cracks when car was serviced. 9,12,2025
I am reporting a serious intermittent safety issue with my 2016 Nissan Murano, which I recently purchased from a private seller. On multiple occasions, the vehicle suddenly stops accelerating after driving for approximately 20–30 minutes, including multiple local stops. When this…
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and started to coast. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer, and the dealer determined there was corrosion on the battery terminals. The battery…
I have been experiencing complete driving failure with my 2016 Nissan Murano. It shutdowns randomly without any warning well driving in traffic. I have already experienced being put in a crash risk three times. I have been trying to work with the dealer for almost 2 months now,…
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the navigation system and battery warning lights illuminated. The vehicle then stalled. AAA arrived on the scene and determined that the alternator needed to be replaced. The veh…
My car smells like something is burning, when I drive it for a distance. I had my oil changed back in December and I took it back to the Dealership and advised of the smell and I was advised that my transmission was leaking. When I purchased my car used in August of 2023, I took …
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while making a right turn from a complete stop, the vehicle lost motive power and the steering wheel became difficult to steer. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the road. No further information was available…
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH on the highway, the vehicle started to shake and vibrate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the body of the vehicle thumped ten times in a row and constantly seized. The ch…
july 2024 traction warning kept appearing on a daily basis. I have pushed Traction off button which both remain on then when car is off (for about 15min or so) then both disappear. However soon afterwards if I keep driving it will appear again - My fear, twice the Traction warn…
The Nissan Murano’s were recalled back in 2020 stating their CVT was causing stalling issues mid driving and overheating in extreme weather (heat). I complained to Nissan prior to this recall and was told it was filter issue then a battery issue. Of course if was neither. The r…
The FEB system is braking when not necessary, causing potential serious damage/injury. The sensor is also affecting my ICC/cruise control. An orange light comes on while using cruise control and the cruise control stops/fails and will not reengage until I stop the vehicle and tur…
Passenger airbags didn't deploy during a head on collision. Passenger also was hit in her breast by something that came out of driver airbag. No prior airbag warnings. ThP and insurance have inspected the car.
On [XXX] I was on my way to the park with my nephew when my car suddenly stalled while turning in a busy intersection I had help moving it into a safe place I took it in to new Rochelle In purchase a car in 2019 in 2020 Nissan had to replaced the cvt transmission in 3 years same …
Both driver and passenger airbag lights have been on for about a year. This vehicle has never been involved in a car accident. I recently had the service dept at the dealership take a look as my mechanic was unable to troubleshoot the issue. The code the dealer found was B00A0-00…
After opening my hood to check the engine oil, the main hood latch would not engage, to keep the hood down, the only thing holding the hood is secondary latch. I was over at my uncle's house when this happened and could not take the freeway home fearing that the hood might pop up…
On multiple occasions the engine has cut off. once a few seconds after starting the engine cut out. another time while waiting in a turn lane to turn left the engine cut out. Another time while driving in the center lane the engine cut off and additional times. It has cut while i…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Nissan Murano.
Recalls for 2016 Nissan Murano
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 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.
2016 Nissan Murano — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Nissan Murano reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2016 Nissan Murano has 106 NHTSA owner complaints, 3 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Uncategorized Issues (19 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Murano?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (19 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (15 complaints). #3: Brake System (15 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Nissan Murano?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Nissan Murano?▾
The 2016 Nissan Murano has 3 crash-related complaints and 1 fire reports out of 106 total NHTSA complaints. 3 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Nissan Murano have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Nissan Murano. The largest issue: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 Nissan Murano?▾
The 2016 Nissan Murano has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Uncategorized Issues 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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