2018 Nissan Murano: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2018 Nissan Murano? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 14 complaints, with Uncategorized Issues as the top reported area.
2018 Nissan Murano Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2018 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. 2 trims analysed.
2018 Nissan Murano Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2018 Nissan Murano SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
15.1% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
15.1% 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 2018 Nissan Murano has 14 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Uncategorized Issues. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Nissan
- Model
- Murano
- Model year
- 2018
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 14
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Uncategorized Issues
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 24
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 21 / 28
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 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 2018 Nissan Murano Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Uncategorized Issues
Electrical Faults
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Uncategorized Issues, Electrical Faults, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2018 Nissan Murano?
The 2018 Nissan Murano looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
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 2018 Nissan Murano
Inspection Focus
- Investigate uncategorized issues by requesting detailed service records.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical, brake, and AEB systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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 electrical, brake, and AEB systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2018 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
Based on 14 complaints for the 2018 Nissan Murano, issues are concentrated in uncategorized problems and electrical faults, with brake system and forward collision avoidance also reported. No crash incidents were linked to these complaints, but the low sample size limits confidence.
- Uncategorized Issues and Electrical Faults each account for 4 complaints, the highest counts.
- Brake System and Forward Collision Avoidance (AEB) each have 3 complaints.
- No crash-related complaints were reported.
- Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints)
- Electrical Faults (4 complaints)
- Brake System (3 complaints)
All 2018 Nissan Murano Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Nissan Murano. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 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 2018 Nissan Murano. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
When my car gets to about 20mph the abs light comes on and stays on until I restart the car and drive it again then at 20 mph it come on again I know there are recalls on other Nissan Murano midnight edition for there abs system issues the nhtsa number is 19v807000 other numbers …
Forward collision warning light comes on and off while driving. When the light comes on the cruise control will not work and when the light goes off I need to reset the cruise control. This started about two months ago.
The panoramic sunroof front glass on my 2018 Nissan Murano shattered unexpectedly while I was driving on the highway. Fortunately, I had the interior sliding sunshade closed, which prevented the shattered glass from falling directly onto me. The explosion sound was extremely loud…
My car several times while driving randomly had the traction control loss light pop up randomly (dry conditions) several times through a 45 minute drive. Around the 35 minute mark it popped up again, and my car completely stalled out. My VIN is allegedly not apart of one of their…
The FCW turns off within 10 miles of driving. The FCW light clears up if the vehicle is shut off and restarted. However FCW warning comes back up and the FCW system is disabled.
During acceleration, vehicle has a jerkiness/shutter feeling throughout compartment.
The transmission shutters at low speeds and doesn’t not engage Driving in the freeway is scary
AEB light was on so we took it into the St. Augustine Nissan dealership. They told us the ABS actuator needed replaced and there are now more lights including the ABS on the dash after they were in the car. They said the part was on back order since February and that there were a…
Car was parked for two hours in a private parking space. Onlooker reported seeing it on fire and called 911. Car was completely destroyed by fire. Insurance company reported it was related to this recall.
NHTSA Vehicle Safety Complaint – 2018 Nissan Murano Submitted by: [XXX] Vehicle: 2018 Nissan Murano VIN: [XXX] Mileage at time of issue: Approx. 93,500 miles Location: Albuquerque, NM Date of issue onset: [XXX] Summary of the Problem: Shortly after my vehicle was serviced at …
Submitted by: [XXX] Vehicle: 2018 Nissan Murano VIN: [XXX] Mileage at time of issue: Approx. 93,500 miles Location: Albuquerque, NM Date of incident onset: [XXX] ⸻ Complaint Summary: My vehicle was in the custody of a local Nissan dealership for approximately 7 to 8 weeks tot…
System: Exterior Lighting / Visibility / Unknown or Other VIN: [XXX] Mileage: Approx. 93,500 Date: October 2024 Issue: After a service visit, my headlights became excessively bright and misaligned. The windshield also began reflecting light in distorted ways, especially at nigh…
System: Electrical System / Exterior Lighting / Visibility / Unknown or Other VIN: [XXX] Mileage: Approx. 93,500 Date: October 2024 Issue: My vehicle displays abnormal light and energy-based behavior after a service visit. These include daytime lighting under the door, plasma-l…
Wanted to know if this car has been in an accident before I buy it
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Nissan Murano.
2018 Nissan Murano Recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 Nissan Murano. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2018 Nissan Murano Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2018 Nissan Murano reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 14 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2018 Nissan Murano looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. 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 2018 Nissan Murano?▾
#1: Uncategorized Issues (4 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (4 complaints). #3: Brake System (3 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Nissan Murano?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2018 Nissan Murano?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2018 Nissan Murano, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 14 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2018 Nissan Murano have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2018 Nissan Murano. A major recall area is BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2018 Nissan Murano?▾
The 2018 Nissan Murano looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. 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.