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2009 Nissan Murano SL FWD

The 2009 Nissan Murano SL FWD is a 265-hp 3.5-liter V6 SUV with a xtronic cvt and front-wheel drive. It starts at $29,230 MSRP.

It makes 265 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 6,000 rpm redline.

The Murano measures 188.5 inches long on a 111.2-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$29,230 ($44,288 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.5L DOHC 24-Valve V6 (VQ35DE)
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower265 hp
Torque248 lb-ft
Redline6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio10.3 : 1
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
TransmissionXtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded
Tank Capacity21.7 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent, cradle-type front subframe
Rear SuspensionMulti-link
Turning Diameter38.1 ft
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVented disc
Rear Brake DiscVented disc
Dimensions & Weight
Length188.5 in
Width74.1 in
Height67 in
Wheelbase111.2 in
Ground Clearance7.4 in
Interior
Headroom Front40.1 in
Headroom Rear39.4 in
Legroom Front43.6 in
Legroom Rear36.3 in
Shoulder Room Front59.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.7 in
Hip Room Front54.8 in
Hip Room Rear55.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (18.5 % risk)
Tested variant: 2009 Nissan Murano 4-DR. w/SAB

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan MURANO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 19, 2018 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Nissan of North America, Inc (Nissan) is recalling certain 2009 Murano vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.

Consequence: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Nissan has notified owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid. The HCU will then be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition. If necessary, the HCU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

NHTSA campaign 18V916000

Oct 5, 2009 · TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WASHINGTON D.C., WEST VIRGINIA AND WISCONSIN. THE MATERIAL IN THE NUT USED TO SECURE THE SENSOR-TRANSMITTER OF THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) MAY CORRODE AND POTENTIALLY CRACK IN AREAS WITH HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT. IF THIS OCCURS, THE NUT MAY COME OUT OF THE SENSOR-TRANSMITTER AND THE TPMS LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE.

Consequence: IF THE TPMS LAMP IS DISREGARDED AND THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO BE DRIVEN IN THIS CONDITION, THE TIRE WILL QUICKLY LOSE AIR PRESSURE AT A CONSISTENT RATE RESULTING IN A FLAT TIRE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE TPMS NUT WITH A NEW, MORE ROBUST NUT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE NOVEMBER 9, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 AND INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

NHTSA campaign 09V393000

Oct 7, 2008 · AIR BAGS

NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS' OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNITS. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BEING SUPPRESSED WHICH COULD FAIL TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.

NHTSA campaign 08V521000

Feb 12, 2008 · AIR BAGS

NISSAN IS RECALLING 16,365 MY 2008 INFINITI EX35 AND MY 2009 NISSAN MURANO VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING, THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU) MAY CAUSE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG NOT TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED IF THE VEHICLE BATTERY BECOMES SIGNIFICANTLY DISCHARGED.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG NOT INFLATING IN A CRASH IN WHICH IT WAS DESIGNED TO DO SO, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ACU IN AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 08V066000

635 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan MURANO

Owner Complaints

635 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan MURANO (24 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 13 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Service Brakes269
Air Bags91
Electrical System83
Power Train69
Unknown Or Other40
Steering34
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 23, 2026 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Air Bags Crash
“The contact owned a 2009 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that several years ago, the vehicle was stolen, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was involved in a crash and that the air bags…”
Feb 21, 2026 · Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control, Fuel/Propulsion System
“I was going 35 MPH, normal operation speed and there was no extreme weather or road conditions. I slowed down to get into the center turn lane ended up coming to a complete stop due to on coming…”
Dec 26, 2025 · Unknown Or Other
“The car just had no power and the battery had no energy to it i was stalled on hwy and had to call Aaa emergency roadside assistance”
Jul 12, 2025 · Suspension, Unknown Or Other
“We bought our 2009 Murano new back when we were expecting our baby cause it was rated one of the safest suv on the market. For the most part besides some brake issues and the steering linkage that I…”
May 12, 2025 · Power Train
“The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission started slipping. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 NISSAN MURANO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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