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2020 Nissan Murano

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Owner complaints for the 2020 Nissan Murano do not stand out strongly from the model-year median of 110.

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Mileage at the reported incident

Limited mileage data: 13 of 45 reports include usable mileage. There isn’t enough coverage to show a useful chart.

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Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Forward Collision Avoidance. Review the 14 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Suspension. Review the 7 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Power Train. Review the 4 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

1 crash reports0 fire reports2 injury reports

Visibility/wiper complaints

3 reports
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Mileage unknown · Oct 17, 2024
Visibility/wiper

My sunroof exploded but I don't know why. There was no warning. Might have been a rock but I didn't see one. I had the sunroof closed but the fabric cover was open for light. I heard an explosive noise and then glass started raining in. I closed the fabric cover to keep the glass out of the passenger compartment. No real inju…

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My sunroof exploded but I don't know why. There was no warning. Might have been a rock but I didn't see one. I had the sunroof closed but the fabric cover was open for light. I heard an explosive noise and then glass started raining in. I closed the fabric cover to keep the glass out of the passenger compartment. No real injuries other than a couple of glass shards being sharp. Mostly just got some skin irritation. Some areas on my car have scratched paint and plastic parts. I had my Nissan dealer look at it. They will clean up the glass and replace the sunroof for about $2000. I feel like it should be replaced for free as a warranty item. I also got an estimate from a collision shop for about $7500. There is scratched paint and plastic as well as the headliner certainly has glass in it. Their estimate was much more detailed. Filed an insurance claim today, so hope to have it all fixed up soon.

NHTSA ODI #11620490

Mileage unknown · Sep 30, 2023
Unknown Or OtherVisibility/wiper

The hood of my car flew open while driving.

NHTSA ODI #11547459

100 miles · Jan 24, 2021
Visibility/wiper

I WENT FROM A WHITE 2019 NISSAN MURANO TO A BLACK 2020 MURANO. THE WEEK AFTER I GOT IT, I TOOK A TRIP TO THE GULF COAST. ON MY WAY DOWN, WHEN THE SUN WAS OVERHEAD, THE REAR "LIP" OF THE HOOD ACTED JUST LIKE A MIRROR AND REFLECTED THE SUN RIGHT IN THE DRIVERS EYES. IF YOU LOOK AT THE HOOD, IT SLANTS UP LIKE A NORMAL HOOD, THEN…

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I WENT FROM A WHITE 2019 NISSAN MURANO TO A BLACK 2020 MURANO. THE WEEK AFTER I GOT IT, I TOOK A TRIP TO THE GULF COAST. ON MY WAY DOWN, WHEN THE SUN WAS OVERHEAD, THE REAR "LIP" OF THE HOOD ACTED JUST LIKE A MIRROR AND REFLECTED THE SUN RIGHT IN THE DRIVERS EYES. IF YOU LOOK AT THE HOOD, IT SLANTS UP LIKE A NORMAL HOOD, THEN THE LAST 3 INCHES ARE TILTED DOWN TOWARD THE COWL/WINDSHIELD WIPER AREA. I AM ATTACHING A PICTURE, HOWEVER IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY SHOW HOW BRIGHT THIS REFLECTION IS. IT IS EXACTLY LIKE SOMEBODY TAKING A MIRROR AND SHINING IT IN YOUR EYES. I PARTICIPATE IN THE NISSAN EMPLOYEE LEASE PROGRAM AND TOOK IT BACK TO THE ADMINISTRATOR AND THEY SAID THAT THEY CANNOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT; THAT IT WAS A DESIGN ISSUE. THIS SITUATION ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE SUN IS HIGH IN THE SKY BUT IT IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WHEN IT REFLECTS IN YOUR EYES. BELOW ASKS FOR A SPECIFIC DATE BUT IT HAPPENS ANY TIME THE CONDITIONS ARE RIGHT.

NHTSA ODI #11389690

Official recalls

2

21V402000 · Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm; Suspension:rear:axle:spindle

May 27, 2021

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021. Nissan owners may contact customer service at 1-800-867-7669. INFINITI owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

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Suspension:rear:axle:spindle

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.

Consequence: The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021. Nissan owners may contact customer service at 1-800-867-7669. INFINITI owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

Steering:linkages:knuckle:spindle:arm

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano, INFINITI QX60, 2021 Nissan GT-R, INFINITI QX50, and Q50 vehicles. The front steering knuckle or rear axle housing may have insufficient strength due to improper heat-treatment.

Consequence: The steering knuckle or rear axle could deform upon impact, such as from hitting a curb, resulting in a loss of steering control, or possible wheel separation. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front steering knuckle and rear axle housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2021. Nissan owners may contact customer service at 1-800-867-7669. INFINITI owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

21V170000 · Steering:linkages

Mar 11, 2021

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Nissan Murano vehicles. The left and/or right-hand transverse link may not have been manufactured correctly, which could result in it separating from the ball joint.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: Ball joint separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transverse link's lot codes, and if necessary, replace them and perform a vehicle alignment, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 6, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC797.

Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗

NHTSA investigations

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