Jeep Wrangler vs Nissan Murano
For 2005–2022 models, the Nissan Murano has 34.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 42.9 for the Jeep Wrangler. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Wrangler
42.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.2× the Nissan Murano’s rate
- Complaints
- 11,938
- Sold
- 2,785,194
- Recall campaigns
- 54
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Most complaints: 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2018. Fewest: 2015–2017 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Nissan Murano
34.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
19% fewer than the Jeep Wrangler
- Complaints
- 3,933
- Sold
- 1,125,396
- Recall campaigns
- 12
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2005–2007 and 2009. Fewest: 2008, 2019 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 69,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 100,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,548 mi
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Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion
Typically around 139,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 100,670 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Wrangler or the Nissan Murano?
For 2005–2022 models, the Nissan Murano has 34.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Wrangler has 42.9, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Murano?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Murano is doors, windows, latches, seats and trim, typically around 69,000 miles.
Which Jeep Wrangler and Nissan Murano years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Wrangler: 2006, 2008, 2010 and 2018; Nissan Murano: 2005–2007 and 2009.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.