The Lemon Index2016 Nissan Murano.
The 2016 Nissan Murano is better than average by owner complaints: 52 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 60, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 5 recalls, and it gets 24 to 29 mpg combined. The best Nissan Murano year is 2022.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 107 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Nissan Murano year. 2016 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 5K to 49K miles on the car (69 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 5
- brakes 2019
These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601.
- brakes 2018
The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
- brakes 2016
The affected vehicles have Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps that may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal electrical circuit board.
Show all 5 recalls
- airbags 2016
In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied.
- brakes 2016
The ABS actuator may have a damaged O-ring that may result in a lack of brake fluid pressure.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Nissan told dealers about
Nissan sent dealers 246 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- "2016 murano, rogue and pathfinder; around view monitor mirror camera inoperative if you…
- Pathfinder, murano, and rogue; fluid leak caused by transfer assembly right side drive shaft…
- IF YOU CONFIRM A refrigerant leak at a refrigerant pipe/hose joint location
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Murano SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Murano SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2200–2700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2016 Nissan Murano reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.7× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 60; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Nissan Murano year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2016 Nissan Murano problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (17%), body structure (15%) and airbags (12%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Murano have?
5 safety recalls (latest: brakes). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Nissan Murano get?
24 to 29 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2016 Nissan Murano safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2016 Nissan Murano problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 5,000 and 49,000 miles. The middle report was at 32,000 miles, from 69 complaints.
Does the 2016 Nissan Murano have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 10% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2016 Nissan Murano cost in fuel a year?
About $2200 to $2700 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2016 Nissan Murano have?
2.5L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl.
What Nissan Murano year is better than the 2016?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2021 and 2011.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works