10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
7 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
81,570 miles

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problem #34

Aug 192019

Murano

  • 106,000 miles
Hit a bump while braking and ABS kicked off, then the brakes went to the floor. Tried to pump brakes but brakes are still soft and on the floor. Turned off ignition and pumped brakes to see if that would reset, but brakes are not returning back to normal.

- Staten Island, NY, USA

problem #33

Nov 222018

Murano

  • miles
Brakes all the way to the floor! almost caused accident! same problem that all of the 09's have been recalled for yet Nissan will not recall. (spongy brakes)

- Porter, TX, USA

problem #32

Jul 252019

Murano

  • 122,000 miles
This complaint is to report the incident that happened yesterday July 25 2019 with 2010 Nissan Murano. Traveling at 45 miles per hour traffic was stopped suddenly in front of me. I slammed on the brakes, which the pedal went to the floor but barely engaged. I had to pull onto the shoulder to avoid a collision. This issue is persistent, even after replacing the brake pads and master cylinder. NHTSA please help with this defect with the 2010 Murano. The 2009 has a recall, so should the 2010.

- Yulee, FL, USA

problem #31

May 132019

Murano

  • 120,000 miles
2010 Nissan Murano, in may I was traveling at approximately 35 mph in town driving as I approached a street light I applied the brakes. The pedal was soft and went to the floor. Standing hard on the breaks I was able to stop, narrowly avoiding a rear end collision. Brake fluid was at a safe level. Changed brake pads. I still have soft brake pedal. I have to drive extra careful and ensure I give myself four times normal stopping distance. I have been researching to determine possible cause. I see many issues that Nissan Muranos have had with brake issues. Brakes are a major safety issue jeopardizing public safety. Respectfully request that the NHTSA demand an inspection and correction recall for this known, widespread issue.

- Yulee, FL, USA

problem #30

May 222019

Murano

  • miles
The first time my brakes went out I almost went to the front of a building. I took it to the mechanic and they drove my car and said nothing was wrong with it. A few weeks later my brakes went out while I was driving on the highway again. I took it back to the mechanic and they decided the master cylinder needed to be replaced. A few weeks later I was driving my car again & it would not stop. The brakes went all the way to the floor. I took my car back to the mechanic and they changed out the new master cylinder with a another Nissan master cylinder. All was fine. A few weeks later and my brakes stopped working again.

- Athens, TX, USA

problem #29

Jul 082019

Murano

  • 146,000 miles
Extended braking distance. After ABS deployment pedal travelled all the way to the floor and braking compromised. Same issue as 2009 Murano voluntary recall by Nissan. Master cylinder has been replaced on this vehicle twice.

- Chehalis, WA, USA

problem #28

Jun 092019

Murano

  • 125,000 miles
I depressed the brake pedal normally and felt the braking action start, again normally, but when I applied more pressure, the pedal went almost to the floor before the brakes stopped the vehicle. The mechanic indicated I need new brake pads and master cylinder. After the repairs the brakes still did not work. They found a problem with the 2009 Muranos but will do nothing for the 2010 with the same problems. I called Nissan and they said too bad. Case number 36007466

- Clarksville, TN, USA

problem #27

May 202019

Murano

  • 71,600 miles
Without warning, while in motion the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. After analysis, the mechanic thought that it might be the master cylinder. It was not, and he indicated that it was the ABS actuator or an ABS braking issue. I took it to the Nissan dealer and they said there were no brake recalls and that any service or investigation would be at my expense. This vehicle only has 71,600 miles on it and the braking system certainly should not be compromised at this point. It is a safety issue, that has been haunting Nissan in the past, is my opinion. I feel that Nissan needs to take care of seriousness of this safety.

- Paducah, KY, USA

problem #26

May 102019

Murano

  • 125,000 miles
'takata recall' when trying to stop on roads that are highway or city and it is raining, snowing, or I hit a pot hole and the ABS system turns on the brakes stop working and the pedal goes to the floor.

- New Baltimore, MI, USA

problem #25

Apr 042019

Murano

  • 96,000 miles
Brakes failed and replaced master cylinder twice brakes failed again. Pedal went to the floor while driving.

- Palm Coast, FL, USA

problem #24

Apr 262019

Murano

  • miles
The ABS brake warning light went on 2 days ago. The brakes seemed to work fine for stopping, but I did feel some resistance with acceleration. My vehicle has 77,000 miles. Dropped it off with the dealer today. They just phoned stating that the brake actuator motor failed to the tune of $3400 and it is a huge safety issue. After a little online investigation, quickly discovered that this is the same problem Nissan had in the 2009 Murano for which they did a voluntary recall. The rep at orange coast Nissan said she phoned Nissan corporate to see if they would help and she said they refused. At the very least, they should provide the part for free.

- Huntington Beach, CA, USA

problem #23

Apr 052019

Murano

  • 55,000 miles
I was pulling in to my parking space at work (in motion) when I pressed the brake, but it went to the floor and the vehicle did not stop. I tried the brake again, same thing. I was able to maneuver away from poles and other cars, so nothing was damaged. I had it towed to an auto repair shop where they found the brakes were fine. Fluke? no. Thousands of similar issues have been reported, but nothing's being done. This happened with a 2010 Nissan Murano.

- Columbus, IN, USA

problem #22

Jul 012018

Murano

  • miles
When I would drive and go to break, I could feel the brakes move down quickly and have my foot all the way to the floor before my car would actually slow down or stop. I went to a Nissan dealership, where they diagnosed my car and they said that the ABS needs to be replaced. I went to get a second opinion from a mechanic and he told me that my ABS does need to be replaced and he looked on-line and said that Nissan was having problems with the ABS brakes. When I looked on-line and read the recall information (#18V916), I noticed I was having the exact problem with my ABS brakes but my car was a year shy of the recall year models. I called Nissan customer service and they said there is nothing they can do but they did document my call and gave me a case number (34912594).

- Saint Augustine, FL, USA

problem #21

Jan 012019

Murano

  • 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Murano. While driving various speeds, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard when depressed. Also, the vehicle was slow to decelerate. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Murfreesboro Nissan (814 memorial blvd, murfreesboro, tn 37129, (615) 893-0252) diagnosed that the ABS actuator needed to be repaired. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. The VIN was unknown.

- Murfreesboro, TN, USA

problem #20

Jan 222019

Murano

  • 32,000 miles
In October 2018, driving in a moderate rain shower, I depressed the brake pedal normally and felt the braking action start, again normally, but when I applied more pressure, the pedal went almost to the floor before the brakes stopped the vehicle. This problem continued until I arrived home. I took the vehicle to a service facility a few days later, the brakes were working normally now. The mechanic indicated I need new brake pads on the rear wheels (the front brakes had been reworked a year prior). After the repairs the brakes worked normally for a few weeks then started getting soft again, especially during rain; this continued for 2 months. In January, 2019 I took the vehicle to a Nissan dealer to have them troubleshoot the issue. They found a problem with the previous rear wheel brake repair. I had Nissan repair the rear brakes and bleed the system. Everything was good for 3 weeks then while making a turn the front wheels slipped and the brake pedal had to be pushed to the floor to stop the vehicle. I later tested the brakes (in a safe location) by "slamming" on the brakes while moving 30 mph. The brakes did hold but my foot felt like it was on the floor. The softness lasted 2 days but seemed to get better when I pushed the brake pedal numerous times while the engine was off. This problem has not been resolved as of this date. I am very concerned but how do you fix an intermittent problem without throwing money at it? the brake problem has only occurred on city streets. The 2010 only has 32K miles on it.

- Carrollton, TX, USA

problem #19

Jan 172019

Murano

  • 60,000 miles
Brakes went to the floor lost control of vehicle. Went on lawn to avoid hitting a pedestrian. Vehicle has been in the Nissan dealership in the past for this exact problem that randomly appears. 2009 had a vol recall and the affected parts involved are in this model year as well. The date codes show it to be a 2009 part. Nissan would not assist us. Brake returned to normal operation. Vehicle has under 60K miles on it. Over $3000 for repair

- Clarence Center, NY, USA

problem #18

Dec 102018

Murano

  • 115,000 miles
For the past several weeks the car has had very soft brakes, depressing to the floor before weakly braking. It seemed to come on abruptly with no clear precipitant. Pumping the brakes temporarily improves the issue, but only for a number of seconds. The issue has not prevented us from driving the car, but extra care has been needed in maintaining distance from the vehicle in front and we know it needs to be addressed. Today, I took the vehicle to my mechanic who says the issue seems to be with the ABS unit, but requested we get a second opinion due to the high cost of replacement ($2500). I did some investigating and see that your administration conducted an investigation on 2009 Murano's for the exact same issue. On this complaint database there are over 20 reports of this same problem with 2010 models, not to mention the multitude of issues reported elsewhere; however, there has been no recall or investigation. The ABS unit itself, when shopping for a replacement, is apparently the same as that in the 2009. Why has there not been a recall on the 2010" are we waiting for someone to die in an accident"

- Murray, UT, USA

problem #17

Sep 042018

Murano

  • 190,000 miles
The brake system compleley failed and a rear axel came loose and almost lost atire driving before the brakes stopped and failed ijust had brake fluid put in the resivior too and they still failed on the vehicle.

- Lexington, TN, USA

problem #16

Dec 082018

Murano

  • 64,000 miles
The vdc, brake, traction control and ABS light came on on the dash. I had the vehicle diagnosed by Nissan and they said there is no recall and the car is out of warranty. I filed a complaint with there Consumer Affairs department and they said they are unable to help me with the problem. Nissan released the car to me knowing it is unsafe. They gave me an estimate of $3000 to repair the car. In 2009,2011,2014-2017 the same part and problem occurred on these cars as well. Why is 2010 not included in the recall" I would like to know why" and looking for some help with the situation.

- Vacaville, CA, USA

problem #15

Nov 142018

Murano

  • 175,000 miles
Brakes going all the way to the floor ABS light coming on and vehicle would not stop. Almost involved in huge accident! 2009 being recalled but Nissan has denied offering us help because states no open recalls on 2010 same exact problem as 09's our mechanic will not touch because states it is a defect with Muranos and does not want to be held liable in case someone is killed in my vehicle as I drive my children daily

- Porter, TX, USA

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