2015 Nissan Murano Key Replacement

The 2015–2024 Murano uses the same key setup, so everything on this page applies to those years too. The full picture is on the Nissan Murano key guide.

2015 Nissan Murano: key facts

Key type: Smart / proximity key
Push-to-start: Yes
Transponder chip: 4A (Hitag AES)
Programming: OBD
All keys lost: We can originate new keys on site

Z52 shares the Murano/Pathfinder/Titan KR5S180144014 IC-204 4A smart key.

What kind of key does a 2015 Nissan Murano use?

The 2015 Murano is a smart-proximity vehicle. There is no key you turn in the ignition. The car reads the fob while it is in your pocket or bag, and you start the engine with the push-button. Inside the fob is a 4A chip, the Hitag AES family, and that chip has to be paired with your Murano before it will start the car. Our data on this chip is verified against several hardware and key-supply sources.

The same smart key hardware is shared across the Murano, Pathfinder and Titan of this generation. It carries the part reference KR5S180144014 with IC 204. That matters when you are buying a fob online, because the number on the back has to match the original.

Every one of these fobs also holds a mechanical backup key blade. It is there so you can open the driver door if the fob battery dies or the fob stops responding.

Key type: smart-proximity fob with push-to-start
Chip family: 4A (Hitag AES), verified
Programming method: through the OBD port
Mechanical backup blade: yes, inside the fob

What are the common problems with this fob?

Most of the calls we get on this setup fall into three groups. The first is the simplest: a dead fob battery. The dash shows a key-not-detected message and the car will not start. As a stopgap, hold the fob directly against the start button and press. The car can often read the chip at close range even when the battery is weak. Replace the battery soon after, or the same thing happens again.

The second group is physical damage. Fobs go through the wash, get crushed in a bag, or crack after a drop. Water and impact can kill the circuit board even when the case looks fine.

The third is aftermarket fobs that fail to pair. If the FCC ID or IC number on a replacement does not match the original, it will not program to the vehicle. A cheap-looking listing that says it fits a Murano is not proof it does.

Can you make a duplicate, or do we need all-keys-lost service?

For this Murano, the data says an original key is needed for straightforward duplication, and all keys lost is also possible. Those are two different jobs.

If you still have one working fob, we can program an additional one to the vehicle. That is usually the faster and more economical route, and it is the best moment to add a spare. If every fob is gone, we can still make a new key, but the job involves more steps. We work from your vehicle details and proof of ownership, and we program through the OBD port.

The data for this setup shows that NASTF SDRM registration is not required for the programming. That is one reason the work does not have to go through a dealer.

You call (213) 577-1366 and tell us the year, model, and how many fobs you still have.
We confirm the vehicle by VIN and check ownership, because we do not program keys without it.
We match the fob to your Murano, checking the FCC ID and IC numbers against the original.
We program the new fob through the OBD port and test push-to-start and door function.
We check the mechanical backup blade opens the driver door, then test every fob you leave with.

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What affects the price of a 2015 Murano key?

We do not quote numbers on a web page, because the cost depends on specifics. The main factors are below.

The biggest one is whether you have a working fob. Adding a key to the car is a lighter job than all keys lost. The second is the fob itself: a correct matching unit costs more than a mismatched online listing, but a mismatched one may never pair, so the money is wasted. Other factors are whether the emergency blade needs to be cut, whether the car is at home or needs a mobile visit, and what time you call. You get a full quote on the phone before we start.

What we confirm before we start

The chip family on this year is verified. Even so, we confirm details by VIN and in person before ordering or programming a fob. Mid-year production changes and prior replacement fobs can differ from what a reference table shows, and a fob that looks identical can still carry different numbers. If something does not match, we tell you plainly and explain the options rather than guess.

Why call Wilshire Lock & Key

We have been in business since 1987, with a storefront at 10740 Wilshire Blvd in Westwood and mobile service vans. It is one company, with no dispatch middleman between you and the person doing the work, and David oversees the technical work. Phones are answered 24 hours a day, every day of the year. California requires locksmith companies to hold a BSIS LCO license, so ask any locksmith for theirs before work begins.

For related information, see our Nissan Murano key page, the wider Nissan key guide, or get in touch with your VIN.

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Nissan Murano have a transponder chip?

Yes. It uses a 4A (Hitag AES) chip inside a push-to-start smart fob. This is verified against several key-supply sources, and we still confirm by VIN before programming.

Can you make a key if I lost every fob?

Yes, all keys lost is possible on this vehicle. It takes more steps than adding a key to a car with a working fob, and we verify ownership first.

My Murano says key not detected. What can I try?

Hold the fob directly against the start button and press it. If the car starts, the battery is probably weak. Replace it soon. If it does not work, the fob may be damaged or unpaired.

Is there a physical key inside the fob?

Yes. The fob holds a mechanical backup blade for the driver door, which is useful if the battery dies and the door will not unlock.

Will an aftermarket fob from an online listing work?

Only if its FCC ID and IC numbers match the original. Fobs with mismatched numbers commonly fail to pair, so check before you buy, or call us first.

Do I need to go to the Nissan dealer?

Not for this setup. Our data shows programming goes through the OBD port and does not require NASTF SDRM registration, so we can handle it with our mobile vans or at the storefront.

How do I get a price?

Call (213) 577-1366 with your year, model and VIN, and tell us how many working fobs you have. We explain what affects the cost and quote before any work starts.

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Reviewed by David, Owner & Lead Technician, Wilshire Lock & Key — in the locksmith trade since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-11.