2018 Nissan Murano

The 2018 Nissan Murano is a midsize SUV that offers a choice of two engine options: a 3.5-liter V6 and a 2.5-liter inline-four. Both engines are paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The V6 produces 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, while the inline-four produces 182 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. The Murano is praised for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and user-friendly infotainment system. However, some owners have reported various issues with the vehicle, including engine, transmission, electrical, and interior problems.

Engine

• 3.5-liter V6
  • Intake manifold runner control actuator failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold runner control actuator may fail, causing a loss of power and a Check Engine light.
    • Solution: Replace the intake manifold runner control actuator.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.5-liter inline-four
  • No issues found

Transmission

• Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
  • Premature failure
    • Description/Symptoms: The CVT may fail prematurely, causing a loss of power and a Check Transmission light.
    • Solution: Replace the CVT.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $3,000 - $5,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front lower control arms
  • Premature wear
    • Description/Symptoms: The front lower control arms may wear prematurely, causing a clunking noise and alignment issues.
    • Solution: Replace the front lower control arms.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
    • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Tail light assembly failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The tail light assembly may fail, causing the tail lights and turn signals to malfunction.
  • Solution: Replace the tail light assembly.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
    • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rear bumper cover cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: The rear bumper cover may crack, especially in cold climates.
  • Solution: Replace the rear bumper cover.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Headliner sagging
  • Description/Symptoms: The headliner may sag, especially in vehicles with a sunroof.
  • Solution: Replace the headliner.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Climate control system failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The climate control system may fail, causing the air conditioning or heating to malfunction.
  • Solution: Replace the climate control system.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2018 Nissan Murano is a midsize SUV that offers a spacious interior, comfortable ride, and user-friendly infotainment system. However, some owners have reported various issues with the vehicle, including engine, transmission, electrical, and interior problems. The severity of these issues ranges from minor to major, and the cost to fix them can vary significantly.