There are no safety recalls for the 2021 Nissan Murano, but owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA.
2021 Nissan Murano problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
- Visibility › Windshield — 1
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 35,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2021 Nissan Murano complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Suspension · reported Oct 7, 2026
âComponent: Suspension: Front: Control Arm âIncident Description: State that both front upper control arm bushings suffered severe structural tearing at ~53,800 miles. This was identified when tires were being replaced on August 25th or 26th 2026 I reported the issue to Nissan Consumers and it was inspected by Nissan dealer on August 27th 2026.
Electrical System · reported Jul 6, 2026
The fuel gauge no longer works and the speedometer is inconsistent. The 2021 Murano has a digital spped read out that can be used. The main speedometer can jump around show 45 while running at 73 mph. Or showing 23 when at 33 - so it is clearly a safety issue. This is a low mileage vehicle - with about 18000 miles on it.
Vehicle Speed Control · reported Jun 21, 2026
While accelerating to merge into traffic and make a left turn, the vehicle briefly hesitated, which has occurred previously. After completing the turn and straightening the vehicle, I fully released the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle continued accelerating and maintaining speed without accelerator input from me. The vehicle appeared to maintain approximately 54 mph in a 45-mph zone while I was not pressing the accelerator pedal. I applied the brakes, but the vehicle did not immediately decelerate. To regain control, I shifted the transmission into Neutral. Once the transmission was in…
Unknown or Other · reported Mar 20, 2026
I am reporting a safety concern involving a 2021 Nissan Murano Platinum with approximately 45,000 miles. The vehicle experienced water intrusion into the cabin due to a failure in the panoramic sunroof drainage system. A Nissan dealership diagnosed that water was leaking from the sunroof channels and that the drain hoses were contaminated and not functioning properly. As a result, water entered the interior of the vehicle, soaking the A-pillars and floorboards. There was also a musty odor, indicating that moisture remained trapped inside the vehicle for a period of time. In addition to the…
Unknown or Other · reported Jun 3, 2025
Iâm not sure what this problem may be but I was at the traffic light with my foot on the brake and the car just accelerated by itself which was very frightening to my and my grandkids I had to pump the brakes twice before it almost ran into the car in front of me. So the engine rises also when this happens
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Nissan Murano have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2021 Nissan Murano as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Nissan Murano?
Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (8 reports), followed by unknown or other (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 35,000 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.