Used Car Checklists

2026 Nissan Murano: What to check before buying

Only 1 owner complaint is on file with NHTSA for this car, so this sheet is short. Problems reported on other Murano years with the same design are listed below the checklist.

Nissan Murano2026
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
0
Crashes reported
0
Reliability
Excellent
82/100 on Auto Reliability Index

Run the VIN before you go

A history report shows accidents, title brands, odometer readings, and open recalls for this 2026 Nissan Murano. Ask the seller for the VIN; it is also on the dash at the base of the windshield.

Your inspection sheet

Tick items off on your phone at the car, or print it. Ticks stay on this device.

0/3 checked

1

Walk-around and cabin

Engine off, key in hand0/2

2

Cold start, engine bay, and underside

Ask the seller not to warm the car up first0/1

These checks are specific to this model year. For tires, body panels, fluids, and the other basics every used car needs, use the general inspection guide.

Reported on other Murano years with the same design

Few owners have reported problems with this year yet. These years share the 2026's design and most of its parts, so their problems are the ones to look for on this car too.

2025 Murano

14 owner complaints
  • Electrical 4
  • Transmission 3

Worth adding to your 2026 checks

  • Shut off and restart the car several times and watch for warning lights, malfunction messages, or a key system error.
  • Test every climate control function, including heat, defrost, and fan speed, from the control panel.
  • Accelerate from a full stop several times and feel for a delay followed by a sudden surge.
Open the 2025 checklist

Which Murano is it?

EPA figures for each version of the 2026 Nissan Murano. Use them to confirm you are looking at the version that was advertised, and as a yardstick on the test drive.

VersionDriveEPA rating
2.0L 4-cylAWD23 mpg
  • Reset the trip computer at the start of the drive. A Murano that averages well under the EPA 23 mpg combined on a mixed route may have an engine or tire problem.

Where the 2026 fits in the Murano's history

Redesigns and mid-cycle updates change what can go wrong.

The 2026 is the second model year of the Murano's fourth generation (2025 on).

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2026 owner complaints, side by side