2021 Nissan Murano: Forward Collision Avoidance complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints for the 2021 Nissan Murano that list the forward collision avoidance component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11639696 (filed 01/30/2025): “The crash sensor light keeps engaging while driving, even when the vehicle is parked or idle. there is nothing in site to indicate a crash. vehicle was taken to dealer on 5 or more occasions and finally it was replaced in december 2024 after nissan corp. got involved. the vehicle engaged the brakes…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11637487 (filed 01/21/2025): “On jan 15, 2025, my vehicle exhibited an unintended sudden acceleration event while applying the brakes to slow the vehicle. shortly after applying the brakes, the vehicle's engine revved very high and the car launched forward despite my foot on the brake and then struck another vehicle in front of…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11582700 (filed 04/12/2024): “The contact owns a 2021 nissan murano. the contact stated while her mother was driving at 6 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop, after which the vehicle lost power. as a result, the forward collision avo…”
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: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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