2010 Nissan Murano: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 40 owner complaints for the 2010 Nissan Murano that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11671067 (filed 07/03/2025): “Vehicle will not accelerate. i will drive it a few miles, and it will be just fine. i drive it more, and it will stall and not accelerate. in fact, on 6/30/25, i was getting on the highway and it wouldn't accelerate and 8 warning lights came on. it has a brand new battery, alternator, idle sensor, a…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11607947 (filed 08/12/2024): “The transmission is failing and i recently found out there had been a recall on the cvt transmission and i would like to get it fixed by the company.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11574480 (filed 02/28/2024): “My 2010 nissan murano incurred transmission and transfer case failure @ around approximately 95,000 miles despite keeping up with the required maintenance. this was in a form of erratic jerking, overheating, and decreased pick up speeds. however, the vehicle did not have any service lights indicatin…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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