NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Nissan Murano Safety Ratings
The 2026 Nissan Murano scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Nissan Murano has no recalls on record. This absence of safety-related defects, combined with a robust federal crash rating and its advanced standard crash avoidance technology, contributes to an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100. This score indicates a strong overall safety performance based on all available federal data.
The 2026 Nissan Murano received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100 based on NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 143 SUVs from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Nissan Murano ranks 49 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 16.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 49 of 143 SUVs tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Nissan Murano?
The 2026 Nissan Murano marks a meaningful step forward in MotorCaliber's federal-data scoring, climbing from an 87/100 Strong rating on the 2025 model to 91/100 Exceptional this year, a four-point gain that moves it across a band boundary. The improvement is anchored by a perfect 20/20 defect record score, reflecting zero active recall campaigns, and a full 10/10 avoidance-tech score driven by forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all arriving as standard equipment. Crash protection contributes 61 out of a possible 70 points, consistent with the NHTSA five-star overall result. The side-impact five-star rating is the single strongest individual test result, while the four-star frontal and four-star rollover scores are solid without being perfect. The 17 percent rollover risk figure and the No Tip dynamic result add further context to that rollover score. The complaint file is essentially empty at this stage, with one unverified allegation on record touching Back Over Prevention, a category worth monitoring but not yet a pattern.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Nissan Murano perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Nissan Murano achieved a standout 5 out of 5 stars for side-impact protection in federal testing, contributing to its overall 5-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash protection was assessed at 4 out of 5 stars. The Murano's rollover risk is measured at 17 percent, with the dynamic tip test confirming a "No Tip" result, and this category received 4 out of 5 stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 21074
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Nissan Murano have any recalls?
The 2026 Nissan Murano has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, no park-outside advisory has been issued, and no do-not-drive order is recorded. Shoppers should verify this status by VIN at NHTSA.gov, as recall filings can be added at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Nissan Murano?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2026 Murano. The reported components are Unknown Or Other and Back Over Prevention. These are unverified consumer allegations only and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA or Nissan.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Nissan Murano?
This model year records zero recalls to date. Owners should still perform a VIN check at NHTSA.gov prior to purchase, as recall campaigns may be filed after production begins. Confirm any open safety notices have a completed remedy before taking delivery.
- The 2026 Murano's Safety Index of 91/100 Exceptional represents a four-point increase over the 2025 model's 87/100 Strong rating, the largest single-year gain recorded for this nameplate in MotorCaliber's current dataset.
- NHTSA recorded zero recall campaigns for this model year, and the resulting perfect 20/20 defect record sub-score is the primary driver of the index improvement over 2025.
- The side-impact crash test earned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, while frontal and rollover protection each scored 4 out of 5 stars, with a measured rollover risk of 17 percent and a No Tip dynamic test result.
- Only one unverified consumer complaint has been filed with NHTSA for this model year, touching the Back Over Prevention system, too limited a sample to indicate a pattern but a component worth tracking as the model year matures.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Nissan Murano places
The 2026 Nissan Murano qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Nissan Murano safety questions
Was the 2026 Nissan Murano crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Nissan Murano, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2026 Nissan Murano crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Nissan Murano earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 16.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Murano have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Nissan Murano as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Nissan Murano?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2026 Nissan Murano. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Murano years
Rivals in SUV (2026)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 350e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 550e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander MHEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 21074), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Murano 2026.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 49 of 143 in the SUV class for 2026.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.