Research · Midsize Station Wagons

2022 Nissan MuranoRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 6 owner complaints for the 2022 Nissan Murano. Most complaints involve exterior lighting (1) and visibility (1). The EPA rates it 22–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
22–23mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
6
Top: exterior lighting
Fuel cost / yr
$2,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2022 Nissan Murano as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

6 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2022 – Jul 2026
  1. Exterior lighting1
  2. Visibility1
  3. Electrical system1
  4. Structure1
  5. Other / unknown2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Murano model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2003799
2004678
2005987
2006803
2007675
2009635
2010193
2011148
2012135
201374
2014145
2015204
2016108
2017107
201815
201944
202048
202117
20226
20238
20245
202525
20264
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Exterior lighting

1 report
“The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was condensation inside the front passenger’s side headlight assembly housing. The contact stated that the protective layer had deteriorated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was informed that the repair was previously performed. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under any special programs or recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 52,647.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 31, 2026Exterior lightingODI 11753985

Visibility

1 report
“The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, she noticed a puddle of water on the front and rear floorboards of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that water had entered around the windshield enclosure. The windshield was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that she was concerned that the water damage could cause future issues. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed to take the vehicle back to the dealer. The contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 6, 2023VisibilityODI 11505875

Electrical system

1 report1 crash
“The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while his wife was at a complete stop, another vehicle which was driving approximately 25 MPH, crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The contact’s wife veered to the side of the road. The Automatic Collision Notification (ACN) safety feature designed to connect a driver to a live Response Specialist who can request emergency services on the driver’s behalf in the event of a collision, failed to engage. The contact’s wife then pressed the SOS button connected to the automatic collision notification (ACN) safety feature but the ACN failed to respond. The contact’s wife was able to drive to her residence. The contact contacted NissanConnect and tested the SOS button functionality; however, NissanConnect confirmed that they were not receiving any communication from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that they could not duplicate the failure. The contact’s wife, who has hypertension, was transported to the hospital with the assistance of her husband. A police report was filed. There were no injuries sustained. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 5, 2023Electrical systemCrash reportedODI 11500344
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Midsize Station Wagons
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (AV-S7)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Murano FWD
Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
202823$2,800387
Murano AWD
Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
192722$2,900392
  • Murano FWD
    Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    20 city · 28 hwy · $2,800/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Murano AWD
    Auto (AV-S7), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    19 city · 27 hwy · $2,900/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Nissan Murano SUV AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.1%
Overall
5 / 5
Nissan Murano SUV FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 16827Vehicle 16814
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2022 Murano questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Nissan Murano have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 28, 2026.

What are the most common 2022 Nissan Murano problems?

Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are exterior lighting (1), visibility (1), electrical system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2022 Nissan Murano get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Nissan Murano at 22–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2022 Nissan Murano?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Nissan Murano 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026