2012 Nissan Murano: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Nissan Murano: 1 recall, 135 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Tires Vehicle recall #12V068000 · 2012 · 2,983 vehicles
What's wrong: During assembly, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) was not activated. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 138,âtire pressure monitoring system.â
Why it matters: A non-active TPMS cannot warn a driver that a tire is underinflated. Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash.
The fix: All of the affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory. Dealers have been instructed to activate all of the tire pressure monitoring systems.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (30): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (11), warning light on (6), stalls / loses power (4).
- Airbags (26): the most common themes are warning light on (6), fails to deploy (2).
- Other / unknown (23): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Electrical (13): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (7), electrical failure (7), door / lock issues (5).
The 2012 Nissan Murano has 135 owner complaints, ranking #11 of 24 Murano model years for complaints (well below the 248 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (21 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 65,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (148 complaints, 0 recalls), 2013 (74 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Nissan Murano have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2012 Nissan Murano. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Nissan Murano problems?
Owners have filed 135 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (30), airbags (26), other / unknown (23).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Nissan Murano get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Nissan Murano repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.