2009 Nissan Murano Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 253 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2009 Nissan Murano, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 88,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “master cylinder” (19% of reports).
- 253service brakes complaints
- 88,000median miles at failure
- 13mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $3,400typical repair cost reported by owners
- 12%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Master cylinder: mentioned in 48 of 253 complaints (19%)
- Way floor: mentioned in 47 of 253 complaints (19%)
- Pedal went: mentioned in 42 of 253 complaints (17%)
- ABS actuator: mentioned in 25 of 253 complaints (10%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes repair on the 2009 Nissan Murano at $3,400, and half of them between $3,200 and $3,950.
Based on 35 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2016–2018), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 219 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 253 complaints, 13 mention a crash, 5 an injury.
Nissan Murano service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Murano | 1 | 25% | — |
| 2025 Murano | 1 | 5% | — |
| 2024 Murano | 1 | 20% | — |
| 2023 Murano | 3 | 38% | — |
| 2020 Murano | 4 | 9% | 9,500 |
| 2019 Murano | 4 | 9% | — |
| 2018 Murano | 26 | 23% | 24,225 |
| 2017 Murano | 12 | 11% | 30,000 |
| 2016 Murano | 14 | 13% | 15,000 |
| 2015 Murano | 25 | 12% | 43,500 |
| 2014 Murano | 6 | 4% | 44,000 |
| 2013 Murano | 2 | 3% | 49,889 |
| 2012 Murano | 12 | 9% | 78,000 |
| 2011 Murano | 38 | 26% | 87,000 |
| 2010 Murano | 56 | 29% | 99,500 |
| 2009 Murano | 253 | 40% | 88,000 |
| 2007 Murano | 8 | 1% | 70,600 |
| 2006 Murano | 2 | 0% | 136,000 |
| 2005 Murano | 8 | 1% | 92,000 |
| 2004 Murano | 6 | 1% | 109,000 |
| 2003 Murano | 3 | 0% | 130,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: 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.
Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Falla en abs y ruedas riesgo al frenar tarda demasiado luces de abs vdc off AWD y tpms
Abs/vdc off/awd en el tablero
Abs
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2009 Nissan Muranos have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 253 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2009 Nissan Murano (40% of the 635 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Nissan Murano service brakes?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes problems start?
The median reported mileage is 88,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the 2009 Nissan Murano?
Owners report a typical cost of $3,400 (half paid between $3,200 and $3,950), from 35 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2009 Nissan Murano?
The most frequent phrase is “master cylinder”, in 48 of 253 complaints, followed by “way floor” (47).
Other 2009 Nissan Murano problems
See all 2009 Nissan Murano problems or service brakes problems across all Murano years.