2023 Nissan Murano Problems

Severe Issues

Shopping for a used 2023 Nissan Murano? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 6 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Brake System the most reported area.

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Before you buy

This 2023 Nissan Murano has 6 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Brake System.

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6
Complaints
2
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
Recalls

2023 Nissan Murano Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2023 Nissan Murano trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

20
MPG City
1920 range
28
MPG Hwy
2728 range
23
MPG Combined
2223 range
387
g CO₂/mile
Regular Gasoline
⚠️Costs $2,250 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.

2023 Nissan Murano Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2023 Nissan Murano SUV AWD

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

5/5

15.1% rollover risk

Frontal Crash

5/5

Side Crash

5/5

Rollover

4/5

15.1% probability

Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Nissan Murano has 6 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Brake System. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.

2023 Nissan Murano — key reliability facts
Make
Nissan
Model
Murano
Model year
2023
NHTSA owner complaints
6
Crash-related complaints
2
Safety recall campaigns
0
Top reported component
Brake System
Reliability signal
Severe Issues
EPA MPG combined
23
EPA MPG city / highway
20 / 28
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
NHTSA overall safety rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA frontal crash rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA side crash rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA rollover rating
4/5 stars
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2023 Nissan Murano problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
3
complaints

Brake System

Crash-related:2
#2
2
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

#3
1
complaints

Structural Problems

Complaint patterns center on Brake System, Uncategorized Issues, Structural Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2023 Nissan Murano?

The 2023 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.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2023 Nissan Murano

Inspection Focus

  • Have a mechanic inspect the brake system before purchase.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for brake-related repairs.
  • Test drive the vehicle to check for any brake or AEB anomalies.

Before You Close the Deal

  • Have a mechanic inspect the brake system before purchase.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Request service records for brake-related repairs.
  • Test drive the vehicle to check for any brake or AEB anomalies.

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AI verdict

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 6 NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Nissan Murano, the data suggests potential issues with the brake system, which accounts for half of the reports. Two complaints mention crashes, but the small sample size limits confidence. No recalls have been issued for this model year.

Key Findings
  • Brake System is the most frequently reported component with 3 complaints.
  • Two complaints are crash-related, though the total number of complaints is low.
  • No recalls have been issued for the 2023 model year.
Top Concerns
  • Brake System issues appear in half of the complaints.
  • Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB is mentioned in one complaint.
  • Structural Problems and Wheel Issues each have one complaint.
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. With only 6 complaints, the data may not represent the broader owner experience. Confidence level is Low due to the small sample size.

Full breakdown

All 2023 Nissan Murano complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Nissan Murano. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Brake System32
Uncategorized Issues2
Structural Problems1
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB1
Wheel Issues1

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Nissan Murano. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 6 most recent complaints

Brake System CrashFeb 18, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, as he was slowing down for a traffic signal, the vehicle in front of him made a sudden stop. The contact stated that he was about 2 car lengths behind the rear of the other vehic…

Structural ProblemsFeb 15, 2026

My lift gate window shattered while the car was sitting in my driveway with no one near it.

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBSep 15, 2025

I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 20 MILES AN HOUR NO CARS INFRONT OF ME AND NONE BEHIND ME, THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE FORWARD COLLISION WARNING WENT ON FLASHING RED ON MY DASH AND MY CAR WAS AUTOMATICALLY BRAKING FOR NO REASON. YES, ITS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION, MY SAFETY WAS PUT AT RISK IF T…

Uncategorized IssuesJul 28, 2025

I purchased a 2023 Nissan Murano from Sunset Kia in Auburn, Washington. The vehicle was listed online with 37,334 miles and this was the mileage discussed throughout the sales process. However, after finalizing the paperwork and taking possession of the vehicle, I noticed that th…

Wheel IssuesNov 15, 2024

On [XXX] I was driving back down [XXX] , stopped at red light and when light changed to green, I proceeded to take off and as I got under the interstate overpass my vehicle abruptly started slowing down as if it was going to shut completely down and the panel in the dash turned r…

Brake System CrashMar 7, 2024

noticed a small oil puddle near the front passenger side of the car in the garage before leaving for work on 2/24/24 at approximately 530am. Checked all reservoirs and found nothing outstanding and left for work. At approximately 540am I was driving to work and noticed 2 deer avo…

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Nissan Murano.

Safety recalls

2023 Nissan Murano recalls

0 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Nissan Murano. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

No recall campaigns on record

No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Across model years

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Questions

2023 Nissan Murano buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2023 Nissan Murano reliable?

Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 6 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2023 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 2023 Nissan Murano?

#1: Brake System (3 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (2 complaints). #3: Structural Problems (1 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Nissan Murano?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2023 Nissan Murano?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Nissan Murano, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 6 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2023 Nissan Murano have any recalls?

No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2023 Nissan Murano in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.

Should I buy a 2023 Nissan Murano?

The 2023 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 Brake System 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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