2014 Nissan Murano: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
One of the better second-gen years with a more sorted CVT, but the transmission is still a long-term risk; comfortable and good value otherwise. 2 known issue patterns are documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2014 Nissan Murano ranged from $28,530 to $40,320 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).
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One of the better second-gen years with a more sorted CVT, but the transmission is still a long-term risk; comfortable and good value otherwise.
Sources (2)
- cargurus.comhttps://www.cargurus.com/research/articles/nissan-murano-buying-guide
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/nissan/murano
Known issues
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CVT transmission shudder and eventual failure, improved over the 2009-2010 build years but still a known long-term reliability risk.
occasional · 37 NHTSA complaints · transmission
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Passenger-airbag occupant-classification sensor faults, the passenger-airbag warning light stays on or the airbag deactivates with an adult seated.
occasional · 24 NHTSA complaints · other
Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.
Sources (5)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=nissan&model=murano…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=nissan&model=murano…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=nissan&model=murano…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=nissan&model=murano…
- cargurus.comhttps://www.cargurus.com/research/articles/nissan-murano-buying-guide
Recalls & safety
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Pros & cons
Pros
- Refined 3.5L V6 power with a comfortable, well-equipped cabin.
- CVT reliability improved over the first generation, especially on the 2011-2014 build years.
- Strong value as a used upscale crossover.
Cons
- Thirsty V6 with no fuel-efficient alternative.
- The CVT remains a long-term failure risk worth budgeting for.
- The 2009-2010 ABS/brake-actuator fault makes the earliest build years the riskiest to buy.
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | $28,530 | discontinued | — | — |
| SV | $31,620 | $41,670 | — | — |
| SL | $35,480 | $46,760 | — | — |
| LE | $37,970 | discontinued | — | — |
| Platinum Edition | $40,320 | discontinued | — | — |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Sources (2)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2014-nissan-murano-price
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/nissan-murano-price
Depreciation
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This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($28,530). Higher trims started higher (up to $40,320), and options added more.
The curve's data ends 10 years in, so the line levels off after that. Treat the tail as a floor, not a forecast: asking prices for older cars depend mostly on condition, mileage, and the current market, and often sit well above it.
Sources (1)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/nissan-murano/resale-value
Cost to own
| Repairs (rises with mileage) | ≈ $500–550/yr |
| Expected lifespan | ~200k miles |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (1)
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/nissan/murano
Frequently asked questions
What problems does the 2014 Nissan Murano have?
Documented issue patterns include: CVT transmission shudder and eventual failure, improved over the 2009-2010 build years but still a known long-term reliability risk; Passenger-airbag occupant-classification sensor faults, the passenger-airbag warning light stays on or the airbag deactivates with an adult seated. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.
Is the 2014 Nissan Murano reliable?
One of the better second-gen years with a more sorted CVT, but the transmission is still a long-term risk; comfortable and good value otherwise.
How much did the 2014 Nissan Murano cost new?
Between $28,530 and $40,320 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Is the Nissan Murano expensive to maintain?
Estimated repairs run roughly $500–550/year as mileage climbs.
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