2015 Nissan Murano — Should You Buy One?
Typical asking price: $9,000–$14,000. There are 2 high-severity known issues you need to know before handing over a check.
Kestrel Take
One of the most comfortable seats in any mainstream crossover, attached to Nissan's CVT. The interior genuinely punches above the price. Whether that's a bargain depends entirely on how much transmission life is left.
Known Issues for the 2015 Nissan Murano
Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.
The recurring Nissan story. Shudder, whine, and loss of drive, typically between 90k and 130k miles.
Repair cost range: $4,000-$5,500
Reduced-power mode on grades and in summer traffic. A sign the fluid is finished.
Repair cost range: $150 service to $5,500
Compressors fail and send debris through the system, requiring a full flush and condenser.
Repair cost range: $900-$2,000
Intermittent faults that prevent shifting out of Park.
Repair cost range: $300-$800
Walk-Away Red Flags
- ✗Shudder from a stop
- ✗Whine that rises with speed independent of engine RPM
- ✗Burnt smell from the CVT fluid
- ✗No transmission service records
Good Signs
- ✓NS-3 fluid changes at 30k intervals
- ✓CVT replaced under warranty with paperwork
- ✓Under 80k miles, mostly highway
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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.
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