2013 Nissan Murano recalls and problems

The 2013 Nissan Murano has 1 safety recall and 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2013 Nissan Murano vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Nissan Murano recalls

Recall 17V-184: Steering

Reported Mar 16, 2017 · 56,766 vehicles affected · Nissan North America, Inc.

Problem: Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Murano and Murano Cross Cabriolet vehicles. The power steering hose clamp may not adequately secure the hose, allowing the hose to detach and leak power steering fluid.

Risk: If the power steering fluid leaks onto a heat source such as hot engine or exhaust components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a power steering high pressure hose kit, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

2013 Nissan Murano problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	13
Unknown or Other	13
Electrical System	11
Steering	11
Visibility/Wiper	10
Seat Belts	5
Engine	5
Structure	5
Exterior Lighting	3
Visibility	3
Air Bags	3
Engine and Engine Cooling	2

Most reported parts

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 3
Structure › Body — 3
Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate — 1
Structure › Interior Panels › Sun Visor — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 66,800 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Nissan Murano complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Seat Belts · reported Sep 4, 2026

I am the second owner of a 2013 Nissan Murano, purchased from my friend's estate in 2026. Recently, the drivers seat belt was found to be shredding in two places. I did a search for open recalls on seal belt fabrics but there are none. I do not know what to do about it. I have placed thin shipping tape over the rips and tears. It appears that something in the roll up mechanism is tearing the seat belt. Please help me. Thank you.

Seat Belts · reported Sep 4, 2026

Wheels · reported Feb 26, 2026

While driving, the rear arm connected to the rear driver-side wheel broke off. According to my Nissan dealership diagnosis, this was due to excessive rust/rot of the whole subframe. The 2013 Nissan Murano rear arm cannot re attach the wheel to the sub frame due to so much rust/rot on the sub frame. The whole subframe would need replacement. When doing an estimate on fixing, Nissan called and stopped the estimate when replacement of the subframe, fixing of the arm, and additional rust/replacement exceeded the value of the car. My son and I were driving on the road when the arm broke off the…

Structure · at 103,000 miles · reported Sep 12, 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor had detached and was hanging down, blocking the visibility of the roadway. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Air Bags · at 94,500 miles · reported May 15, 2025

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the air bag warning light was blinking. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V244000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the occupant sensor module had cause the failure and recommended that the seat frame be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 94,500.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Nissan Murano have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Nissan Murano: 17V-184 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Nissan Murano?

Owners report power train problems most often (13 reports), followed by unknown or other (13). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 66,800 miles.

Are Nissan recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.