2014 Nissan Murano: Hesitation at acceleration
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 Murano report: hesitation at acceleration. CarComplaints.com lists 5 owner complaints, average mileage 76,650 miles.
NHTSA has 31 owner complaints for the 2014 Murano in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11735510 (filed 05/04/2026): “The contact owns a 2014 nissan murano. the contact stated that multiple issues were experienced with the vehicle while driving, including the following: the transmission has odd noises, is not changing gears properly, and emits a burning smell; the vehicle ran…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11708165 (filed 01/01/2026): “On multiple occasions now the transmission has failed to switch gears causing the rpm's to stay elevated while no additional power has been created. this happens mostly on the highway at 55 to 60 mph but has also happened on side/back roads especially when ch…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace transmission (2 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
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
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $2,260 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
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