2025 Nissan Murano Key Replacement

The 2025–2026 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.

2025 Nissan Murano: key facts

Key type: Smart / proximity key
Push-to-start: Yes
Transponder chip: Varies by trim — we confirm by VIN
Programming: Confirmed per vehicle — call us
All keys lost: Depends on trim — call to confirm

All-new Z53 Murano: aftermarket key data is still maturing — the chip family and locksmith programming paths are not yet confirmed, and lost-key work may be dealer-only for now; we check current tool coverage before quoting.

What kind of key does the 2025 Murano use?

The 2025 Murano is a push-to-start vehicle with a smart proximity key. The car senses the fob when it is near, so you don't put anything in an ignition to start it. There is also a mechanical backup key for the door, which matters on the day the fob stops working.

For you as the owner, that means a replacement is not a simple cut-and-go job. A fob has to be matched to the vehicle electronically, and the physical blade is only part of it. The three problems we see most often on this setup are:

A dead fob battery, which shows up as a 'key not detected' message. The backup is to hold the fob against the start button, and the car will often read it that way.
Water-damaged or crushed fobs, usually from a pocket in the wash, a dropped set of keys, or a fob left under something heavy.
Aftermarket fobs whose FCC ID or IC numbers don't match the original. Those can fail to pair, so the numbers on the back of your current fob are worth checking before you buy anything online.

Duplicate key or all keys lost: how do they differ on this Murano?

For this vehicle, making a duplicate requires an original key. If you still have a working fob, adding a spare is the more straightforward path, and it is usually the more economical route compared with starting from nothing. Do it before the last key goes missing.

Whether an all-keys-lost job can be done by a locksmith on a 2025 Murano is not something we can promise today. The programming method for this year is not confirmed, and lost-key work may be dealer-only for now. We would rather tell you that on the phone than have you wait for a van that can't finish the job.

If the dealer turns out to be the only route, we will say so plainly. If our tools cover your vehicle, we can work from our mobile vans wherever the car is parked.

What affects the cost of a 2025 Murano key?

We don't quote numbers before we know what we're dealing with, and with a model this new the variables are real. These are the things that move the cost:

Whether you have a working key to copy or all keys are lost.
Whether the job is a fob replacement, a spare, or a battery issue that needs no new key at all.
Whether your fob is water-damaged or crushed, and whether a replacement has to be sourced new.
Whether tool coverage for this year exists yet for the programming step.
Whether the car has to be brought to us or we travel to it.
The fob itself, since a unit with matching FCC ID and IC numbers is the safer part to use.

Locked out or need a locksmith now?

We answer around the clock, every day of the year.

Call (213) 577-1366

What haven't we verified about this year?

The 2025 Murano is an all-new generation, and aftermarket key data for it is still maturing. The chip family is not confirmed, and the locksmith programming path is not confirmed either. We won't guess at either one.

What we do instead is confirm by VIN and in person. Before we quote, we check current tool coverage for your exact vehicle. If we can't do it, we'll say so and point you in the right direction, even if that is the dealer.

A dead battery is the one case where you may not need a new key at all. Try holding the fob against the start button first, then call us if the car still doesn't recognize it.

Why call Wilshire Lock & Key about this?

We have been in business since 1987, with a storefront at 10740 Wilshire Blvd in Westwood and mobile vans serving 140 cities across Los Angeles and Ventura counties. You deal with one company, not a dispatch middleman, and David, the owner and lead technician, oversees the work.

When you're ready, call (213) 577-1366, any hour, any day. You can also see our car key services, our Nissan key pages, the other Murano model years, or contact us directly.

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Nissan Murano have a push-to-start key?

Yes. It uses a smart proximity fob with push-button start, plus a mechanical backup key for the door.

My Murano says 'key not detected.' Do I need a new key?

Not necessarily. A dead fob battery is a common cause. Hold the fob against the start button as a backup, and replace the battery. If the message continues, the fob may be damaged and we can look at it.

Can you make a spare if I still have one working key?

For this vehicle an original key is needed to duplicate. If you have one, adding a spare is usually the more economical route. We confirm tool coverage by VIN first.

Can a locksmith program a 2025 Murano if I've lost every key?

We can't promise that yet. The programming method isn't confirmed for this all-new generation, and lost-key work may be dealer-only for now. Call us and we'll check current coverage before quoting.

Can I buy an aftermarket fob online?

It's risky. Fobs whose FCC ID or IC numbers don't match your original often fail to pair. Compare the numbers before buying, or call us first.

Will my water-damaged fob still work?

Sometimes it won't. Water-damaged or crushed fobs are a common reason for replacement. Don't keep trying it, and bring it in or call us so we can see whether it can be saved.

Should I ask a locksmith about licensing?

Yes. California requires locksmith companies to hold a BSIS LCO license, and you should ask any locksmith for it before work begins.

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

Last updated 2026-10-11.