Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2018 Nissan Murano
NHTSA data on file today
The 2018 Nissan Murano has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 16 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #19V807000 Brake Fluid Can Leak Into ABS Pump and Ignite NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V654000 No Back-Up Camera Display Image/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Unknown or Other 5 complaints
- Electrical System 4 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 4 complaints
- Service Brakes 3 complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Lane Departure 2 complaints
Of the 16 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$6,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2018 Nissan Murano exhibits average reliability, with notable issues related to the ABS and camera systems, as indicated by recalls. Owner complaints predominantly concern the electrical system, service brakes, and forward collision avoidance, suggesting areas of vulnerability in regular operation.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS system | 30,000–50,000 miles | $400–$600 | common |
| Camera system | 20,000–40,000 miles | $300–$500 | common |
| Electrical system | 40,000–60,000 miles | $200–$400 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil changes every 5,000 miles
- Brake system inspection annually
- Replace spark plugs at 60,000 miles
- Transmission fluid change at 40,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 50,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- ABS warning light
- Camera malfunction alerts
- Battery or electrical issues
- Brake pedal feel changes
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2018 Nissan Murano at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.