2018 Nissan Murano Problems: All 6 Known Failures | Milo
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2018 Nissan Murano problems: every known failure

All 6 documented failure points for this exact year — what goes wrong, when, what it costs, and how to spot it on a test drive. Free, from Milo's research on this model.

6known failure points
15NHTSA owner complaints
2safety recalls
$5,500worst-case single repair

A comfy, stylish CVT-powered couch — great if you never plan to keep it past 100k miles without budgeting for a transmission.

Every documented failure, earliest first

Ordered by the mileage the problem typically appears. VERY HIGH confidence means it's tied to a documented NHTSA recall, and 1 of these are rated Critical.

0k–25k mi● Watch$0–$1,800VERY HIGH
Panoramic sunroof glass separation/shattering (known issue across Nissan/Infiniti panoramic roofs)
How to catch it: Check NHTSA campaign history for your VIN and push for goodwill replacement if it happens even slightly out of warranty — document any stress-crack noises immediately.
Source: documented (NHTSA recall)
20k–50k mi● Plan$150–$1,500MODERATE
Sunroof/moonroof drain tube clogs causing interior water leaks (headliner, footwell, electronics)
How to catch it: Blow out the four sunroof drain channels with compressed air or a shop-vac twice a year, especially before/after winter.
Source: multi-source pattern (AI synthesis)
40k–80k mi● Critical$3,500–$5,500MODERATE
CVT shudder, hesitation, and early wear (Jatco JF017E variant) — the model's signature weak point
How to catch it: Get the CVT fluid changed every 30k miles with genuine Nissan NS-3 fluid regardless of what the 'lifetime fluid' sticker says — this is the single biggest thing that extends CVT life.
Source: multi-source pattern (AI synthesis)
50k–90k mi● Plan$0–$900VERY HIGH
ABS/traction control module faults triggering warning lights and intermittent brake sensor issues (tied to recall 19V-807)
How to catch it: Run your VIN on NHTSA.gov before buying — this exact recall covers many 2015-2018 Muranos and is a free fix if unclaimed.
Source: documented (NHTSA recall)
60k–100k mi● Watch$200–$700MODERATE
Forward collision warning / lane departure sensor false triggers and intermittent disabling
How to catch it: Keep the front camera/windshield area clean and get any ADAS fault codes read at a dealer — often it's a simple recalibration, not a part failure.
Source: owner-reported (2 NHTSA complaints)
70k–110k mi● Watch$600–$1,400MODERATE
Power steering rack and front suspension bushing wear leading to clunks and vague steering
How to catch it: Have a shop check front-end bushings and steering rack play during any pre-purchase inspection at this mileage range.
Source: owner-reported (1 NHTSA complaints)

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Findings blend documented NHTSA recalls and complaints with patterns synthesized from owner communities. Confidence is labeled on every item; an inference is never presented as documented fact. Always inspect the specific vehicle and verify open recalls by VIN before buying.

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