Nissan Murano Lemon Law

Lemon law options for Nissan Murano midsize SUV owners

Model years covered: 2015-2024

About Nissan Murano Lemon Law Claims

The Nissan Murano has been a popular midsize crossover, but the 3rd generation (2015-2024) has generated over 1,600 NHTSA complaints. Murano owners report persistent issues with the CVT transmission, engine stalling, and brake system problems. If your Murano has recurring defects that Nissan cannot resolve, you may be entitled to a lemon law buyback.

Nissan Murano Lemon Law Statistics

• Estimated Annual Claims: 1,200+
• Success Rate: 70%
• Average Settlement: $28,000-$40,000
• Most Common Outcome: Vehicle buyback

Known Nissan Murano Defects

• CVT Transmission Failure (high severity, 2015-2024): The Jatco CVT exhibits shuddering, whining, overheating, and in severe cases complete failure. Nissan extended the CVT warranty for some models. NHTSA Complaints: 620. Symptoms: Shuddering, Whining noise, Overheating, Complete failure.
• Engine Stalling & Hesitation (high severity, 2015-2022): The 3.5L V6 stalls unexpectedly or hesitates during acceleration, particularly when transitioning from idle. NHTSA Complaints: 380. Symptoms: Stalling at stops, Hesitation on acceleration, Rough idle, Loss of power.
• Brake System Issues (medium severity, 2015-2024): Premature brake wear, soft brake pedal, and ABS system malfunctions causing longer stopping distances. NHTSA Complaints: 280. Symptoms: Soft brake pedal, Premature wear, ABS warning light, Longer stopping distances.

Nissan Murano Recall History

Total recalls: 12

The Murano has been subject to 12 recalls including ABS actuator issues, fuel system leaks, and brake light switch failures.

View all Nissan recalls and NHTSA safety alerts

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for Nissan Murano

Nissan has issued over 70 TSBs for the Murano addressing CVT calibration, engine performance, and brake system diagnostics.

Class Actions & Litigation: Nissan Murano

Nissan's CVT transmission has been the subject of major class actions (Yocca v. Nissan North America). The company extended CVT warranties to 84 months/84,000 miles for certain models as part of settlements.

State Lemon Law Notes for Nissan Murano

• California Lemon Law Attorneys: CA covers Murano within 18 months/18,000 miles. CVT failure is the #1 qualifying defect.
• New York Lemon Law Attorneys: NY covers within 2 years/18,000 miles. Engine stalling qualifies as a safety defect.
• Florida Lemon Law Attorneys: FL covers within 24 months. CVT overheating in hot climates is a common claim.

Frequently Asked Questions: Nissan Murano Lemon Law

Is the Nissan Murano CVT a lemon law defect?

Yes, if the CVT fails or shudders persistently after repair attempts, it qualifies. Nissan's CVT issues are well-documented in litigation.

Did Nissan extend the Murano CVT warranty?

Yes, Nissan extended CVT warranty to 84 months/84,000 miles for certain models as part of class action settlements.

How much is a Murano lemon law settlement?

Settlements range $28,000-$40,000 depending on trim and model year.

Can I file if my CVT was already replaced under warranty?

Yes, a CVT replacement counts as a repair attempt. If the new CVT also fails or the issue recurs, you have strong grounds.

References & Sources

1. NHTSA Complaints: Nissan Murano — NHTSA
2. Yocca v. Nissan (CVT) — ClassAction.org

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• Signs Your Car Is a Lemon — Common warning signs that your vehicle may qualify
• How Many Repair Attempts Qualify? — State-by-state repair attempt thresholds
• Lemon Law Buyback Calculator — Estimate your potential buyback amount

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