2003 Nissan Murano Problems and Repair Histories

Year	Make/Model	Trips/Year/100 Cars	Compared to all models for the same year
2003	Nissan Murano		15 Muranos, 9.7 months of data per Murano, average 103300 miles Small sample size. Join or 15 Muranos, 9.7 months of data per Murano, average 103300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view	see reported repairs

Nissan Murano in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	66000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	67000	50	Went in for an oil change and they found the engine mounts to be broken. Then the timing (dunoo exactly) is off so they replaced a part.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Quebec, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	58900		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	60140	1500	Changed: 2 front wheel bearings,1 inner tie-rod, 1 front left suspension table (ball joint), done alignment.
Jun	2009	60140	1000	Changed the driveshaft. Transmission was still working but my mechanics told me it was going bad (shaft loose). Being that it's a CVT and that Nissan are too stupid to let people have their cvt rebuilt instead of selling them 6500$ units... I decided to get a new car.

 

Nissan Murano in Wisconsin, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2008	77000		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	89000	0	CVT failed. Would have cost $6,000 to fix it. Sold vehicle instead. The power windows got a little balky in 2008 (never repaired). the CD player wouldn’t play CDs when it got extremely cold in WI (began in 2005).

 

Nissan Murano in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2013	93000		First odometer entry
Apr	2013	93000	300	Cam shaft sensor and crank shaft sensor had to be replaced.

 

Nissan Murano in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009	76000		First odometer entry
Jul	2009	78000	400	front lower arm needed to be replaced. Still has issue with torn bushing on left arm but living with problem because of cost
Sep	2009	80000	0	lower arms are worn; right arm replaced
Dec	2009	87000	650	crack engine mount, one repaired on this trip left lower arm repaired
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2008	71000		First odometer entry
Dec	2009	92000	230	Warped rotor causing vibration and squeaking drive belt.
Feb	2011	118000	350	Noise upon vehicle moving. Replaced wheel hub/bearing assembly on good side - just unlucky. Replaced wheel hub/bearing assembly on bad side. Repair successful.
Oct	2011	132000	130	replaced spark plugs and found leaking coil boots.
Nov	2011	132000	0	bad struts starter bendix or flywheel power steering noise

 

Nissan Murano in New Jersey, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2011	76000		First odometer entry
Jun	2012	84000	1600	Ignition coil failed on number 5 cylinder and plugs were also replaced.
Oct	2012	86300	1110	Leaky Oil pan
Apr	2013			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Hawaii, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2011	52000		First odometer entry
Sep	2011	58000	602	Driver side power window stopped 1/2 down the side tracks and would not operate thereafter. Window motor "shorted out" and was replaced. Trip reset button operates very poorly or not at all. I use everyday, so very annoying. If I keeping pressing it long enough, the button will make contact and the trip meter will reset to -0-. Part had to be ordered. During multi-point inspections, recommend new rear wiper blade, Drive Belts-Cracking, Valve cover gasket leak, LH Axle Seal leak, Cabin Micro filter old.
Oct	2011	58000	1339	Replaced trip reset button. Replace left side axle seal. Replaced valve cover gaskets and valve cover. Discovered oil-tube seal leaking, not servicable. Repl drive belts which were cracking; Replace rear wiper blade; Repl cabin air filter.

 

Nissan Murano in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2007		0	Oil leak. replaced pan gasket.
Dec	2012	127000	400	replaced right front wheel hub and bearing
Jan	2013	128000	200	lower control arm/bushings
Mar	2013	130000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2009	74000		First odometer entry
Apr	2009	75000	183	low on refrigerant, o-rings leaking
Sep	2009	86000	1032	driver's seat messed up, some regular maintenance
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2008	98000		First odometer entry
May	2008	98000	50	Replace CVT Transmission under extended warranty and power steering unit.
Dec	2008	112000	800	Replaced 2 Engine sensors.  Replace right front ball joint.
Nov	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2007		516	"accelerator pedal position sensor" the parts number is 71N18002CA100

 

Nissan Murano in Texas, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2003		0	Tire Pressure Monitors reset after complaint to service manager.
Mar	2003		0	Two unsuccessful alignments by dealer to fix problem where steering wheel goes off-center when backing down and out of driveway.
Apr	2003		0	Two more unsuccessful attempts by two different dealers to fix problem where steering wheel goes off-center when backing down and out of driveway.
Jan	2005		0	Squeaks and ticks in door panels. Rattle in ceiling - loose wire in dome light.
Feb	2005		0	TSB: Steering Rack Bolts Loose. (no more off-center steering wheel) TSB: Rocking driver's seat. Replaced trim around interior door handle - fasteners broken.
Mar	2005		0	Tire Pressure Monitor light intermittently on when all tires have proper pressure. Bad sensor replaced.
Apr	2005		0	Driver's door locks on its own when vehicle is wet. Door latch assy replaced.

 

Nissan Murano in Georgia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2006		0	wheel bearing repaired under warrantry

 

Nissan Murano in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009		220	Replaced Front drivers hub assembly.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Mar	2012	85000		First odometer entry
Apr	2012	85700	475	Cam position sensor failed. Car would start hard and die occasionally while driving.
Mar	2013	92000	389	Loose front, left control arm and ball joint -- replaced entire control arm assembly. Replaced both belts Right rear stabilizer bar broken -- replaced both rear stabilizer bars as a result.
Apr	2013	92000	1000	Replaced front strut assemblies and rear shocks. Replaced lower oil pan. Appeared extremely rusty from the outside -- turned out to be just fine inside, but replaced anyway.

 

Nissan Murano in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2010		878	CVT Transmission had problems. Computer code confirmed. Dealer reset computer. Still had trouble. Brought back in right before 100,000 miles and Nissan replaced at no cost. During warranty repair of transmission, was told that catalytic converter had fallen apart. Metal pieces were in danger of being sucked into engine and causing damage. Almost $900 of repair. Lousy car.
Dec	2011	97000	760	The engine was leaking oil. The dealer replaced the oil pan gasket and oil cooler gasket. The engine was leaking 1/2 quart oil per week sometimes less sometimes more. Could have done the work myself for far less but it is cold in December.

 

Nissan Murano in Virginia, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2008		3500	Transfer case

 

Nissan Murano in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2010	105000		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	123700	560	Replace driver's side hub assembly
Dec	2012	125000	75	Cam positioning sensor (bank 2)

 

Nissan Murano in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2009		100	Replaced hose connected to the transmission
Oct	2010	99820	800	Wheel bearing replaced on the passenger side. ABS sensor replaced on passenger side.
Jul	2012			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Ohio, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2011	55000		First odometer entry
Dec	2012	64000	400	Tie rod ends and right side ball joint
Feb	2013	65000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in California, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Oct	2006		0	Warranty repair: digital clock running a few minutes "fast" every month. It couldn't be adjusted, only replaced. Factory recall on alternator; replaced under warranty; may not charge battery and disable vehicle. Performed under warranty, no charge.

 

Nissan Murano in New York, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2012	86000		First odometer entry
Oct	2012	89000	89	Replaced worn out rear shocks Replaced Fuel Cap gasket
Mar	2013	92000	5	Repaired gas cap O ring (again). Reset check engine light.

 

Nissan Murano in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Apr	2009	44020		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	57040	150	Replaced rear shocks.
Apr	2010	68820	1750	Transfer case replaced due to total failure. Purchased used part on eBay for 800, then had dealer install it.
Dec	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	62000		First odometer entry
Jun	2008	66000	390	Shift Lock control unit assembly replaced. Part cost $212.92- Labor 179.93
May	2010	87000	270	Nissan dealer wanted to replace 3 emission items for about $1,100. I got a second opinion from a non-dealer and only one bank cam position sensor needed replacement. Beware of Dealer service departments.
Sep	2010	92000	0	Key would not open gas cap door. I have glued a wood stick to the door so it will not close/lock, until I can take it to my shop to have the lock disabled. To repair will cost over $300, or $65 to disable the locking device.
Dec	2011	106000	500	RT front wheel bearing
Jun	2012	113000	493	Replace Drivers side window motor.
Mar	2013	121000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Alberta, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	68200		First odometer entry
Apr	2008	73160	35	SES light came on OBDT2 indicated a slight vapour leak. re-tighten gas cap and reset light and no problem afterwards
Apr	2009	84940	500	Rear calipers were not retracting causing premature wear on both rear brakes. Replaced calipers and pads myself.
Aug	2009	89900	500	Leaking left drive shaft transmission seal
Aug	2010	101640	1500	Had to replace lower tie rods and control arms as they were worn out
Mar	2011	107880	1500	Emergency brake light was on, while there mech discover leaks on outboardshaft seals on xmission (warrenty cover), decide to change out transmission fluid at this time.
Dec	2012	118420		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Connecticut, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2009	51000		First odometer entry
Mar	2009	51000	0	Tail pipe rusted. Cut and welded. Leaking hydraulic shock.
Jul	2009	56000	600	Actuator failed and Motor Mount Replaced.
Dec	2010	78000	1145	Took in for brake pads on front and rear and also rotors on front and rear plus new hardware.
Apr	2011	82000	80	Oil leak replaced "O" ring.
May	2011	83500	250	Had oil pan replaced.
Sep	2011	93000	371	Had to have both left and right outer tie rods replaced when replacing 4 tires and getting alignment.
Feb	2012	98500	800	bad ball joint but had to replace entire control arm.
Jun	2012	104000	400	Wheel bearing replaced.
Sep	2012	108000	80	Battery replaced
Mar	2013	117000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2009	52700		First odometer entry
Feb	2009	54560	1200	Left front wheel bearing.  Also replaced ABS sensor wire. Skimmed the rotors and replaced the front pads. Oil change
Nov	2009	63860	0	broken seat frame on the driver's side. This is a design fault and Nissan has replaced the old part with a new designed part. I thank my dealer for taking care of the problem when Nissan Canada would not touch it.
Jan	2010	66960	800	replaced wheel bearings, both sides, for the second time!
Feb	2010	67560	0	Catalytic converter failed and compromised the engine. This is a known issue with the 03 Murano and dealers replace the engine if the car is under 130,000 kms. tie rod ends both ends where worn beyond adjustment - seems premature to me.
Jul	2011	81220	250	connector between muffler and catalytic converter rusted through - part was repaired by shop.
Mar	2012	88660	0	Replaced lower control arms and shock absorbers - $1600 bill
Sep	2012	93620	5000	Transaxle failed and had to be replaced.
Jan	2013	96720	1700	Differential split down the middle - faulty assembly at the plant. This car is a PIG!
Mar	2013			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Washington, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2008	64000		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	64000	236	LF Axle seal leaking, R&R seal Engine cooler o-rings leaking, replace leaking engine oil cooler seals $152
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Feb	2008	45880		First odometer entry
Sep	2008	52080	140	Replaced passenger side tie rod
Feb	2009	53940	0	Had a creaking noise when turning. This required replacement of the bearing plate and insulator on top of the passenger side strut.
Jun	2009	57040	110	Replaced cooler pipe due to exterior rusting. part #14053-8j10a
Dec	2009	60140	0	Replaced drivers side outer tie rod
Feb	2011	69440	60	flange at exhaust muffler was rusted out. Flange cut off and short piece welded in
Apr	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Dec	2007	48360		First odometer entry
Jul	2008	55180	50	Exhaust flangs exhaust pipe to muffler rusted out exhaust sleave put in in place of flangs.
Nov	2008	56420	0	Coolant level low collant add amount 1 LT.
Feb	2010	68820	300	brake job
Apr	2010	70680	350	tie rods, wheel bearing noise
May	2010	71300	1120	front wheel bearings replaced sway bars left and right
Jul	2011	82020	440	fuel pump replaced
Mar	2012	89900	1000	new front end parts: struts, tie rod ends, sway bars, rubbers
Dec	2012	99200	1500	replace alternator replace oil pan, drive belt, rear brakes
Mar	2013	103540		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Illinois, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	48000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	74000	0	Gas door was stuck shut. We manually opened it and bent the tap effectively disabling the lock feature on the gas door.
Mar	2010	83000	5	Fuel tank filler neck had rusted and was not sealing with the gas cap. Bad design from NIssan allows salty water from the rear tire to be "flung" upwards into the rear wheel well. THe water then migrates up through a drain hole and onto the neck
Apr	2010	84000	50	Leaking CVT axle seal. It was replaced under extended CVT warranty offered by Nissan
Nov	2010	93000	10	Oil Cooler gasket had become compressed and was leaking oil. Removed oil cooler during an oil change and replaced the gasket. Dealer wanted $100+ for the job. It took me an extra 20 minutes during the oil and a $10 part.
Dec	2010	95000	505	Car was experiencing detonation / spark knock / pinging under 1/2 - full throttle and surging with reduced power. Dealer could not replicate the problem. The service manager drove with me after hours and the problem showed up. $105 diag.fee Shop inspected and "cleaned" catalytic converters, checked valves, but could not identify the source of the spark knock. Was instructed to use better gas and offered an engine carbon treatment. Shift lock control solenoid failed and we had to use the manual override switch to get the car in and out of gear. I used troubleshooting procedures from the service manual and the problem was resolved after the part was changed.
Jan	2011	95000	95	Car still making clicking noise (assumed to be spark knock). Shop reported computer issue but did not have the necessary software to continue diagnosis. Tried TSB for CAN errors caused by bad grounds. Ripped apart the dash, cleaned grounds, put everything back together and problem persists.
Feb	2011	95000	140	Brought car to dealer for pinging and loss of power. Dealer said there was no problem and sent me home with a $140 bill. They told me pinging was normal. Sold the car yesterday.
Mar	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Maine, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	92000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	143000	450	Engine burning excessive oil, one quart every 500 miles. Dealer states "still within nissan specs". VTEC hydraulic valve adjusters are now very noisy.
Oct	2009			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Ontario, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Nov	2007	58280		First odometer entry
Jun	2008	67100	0	hatch latch repaired under extended warranty
Oct	2008	71300	0	Ball joint and sway bar link.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Colorado, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jul	2008	67000		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	91000	380	pipe connecting resonator to muffler rusted out, including conection at muffler, both replaced.
Dec	2010	95000	180	Rear shocks replaced. Easy to do. 4 hours. Front struts in next 90 days.
Mar	2011	98000	580	Replace front struts and bushings
Apr	2011			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Florida, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2010	75000		First odometer entry
Feb	2010	76000	450	Failed pressure hose on power steering system. Vibrations in front suspension under fast (but not "floored") acceleration. Especially on left turns. Recent new struts. Align & balance OK. Able to reproduce issue but no idea what it is. Had car since new & this started in last 6,000 miles.
Jan	2011	79000	550	Two dealers missed the fact that the left control arm bushing was broken (badly). This was after one dealer replaced the same side axle. I believe the bushing was broken at that time and they missed it. Independent Midas people found it. Needed new oil pan gasket...just old.  Dealer confirmed missing front exhaust bracket and shield. Probably rusted off and they agreed to replace as they had once repaired the exhaust but claim they didn't touch that part. Ordered part. 1st dealer in above saga finally replaced vibrating and noisy exhaust bracket. No charge but did not admit guilt. Did admit complete change of personnel since I stopped going to that dealer. Same on who missed the bad control arm.
Aug	2011	88000	0	Oil Leak cannot find. Not major but continuous in small amounts. Had pan gasket replaced 10k miles ago but that is not it.
Oct	2011	92300	0	Oil leak. Pan gasket was replaced several months ago and it appears OK. Couldn't locate leak due to all the oil spilled around engine underside when last changed.
Apr	2012	103000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in British Columbia, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jan	2008	57660		First odometer entry
Feb	2008	57660	450	Cat. converter,small oil leak...oil pan.
Aug	2008	62000	30	New cd player required.
Dec	2008	66960	150	New wheel bearing and hub @ front pass.
Jan	2009	66960	81	Both front hub's and wheel bearings replaced....as well pwr door locks replaced in driver door....new seat belt at driver position. Power lock replaced on driver door. Put in new seat belt at driver position.
Jul	2009	74400	590	new exhaust manifold
Aug	2009	74400	922	driver rear motor mount replaced. $ 922.00 camshaft centering sensor requires replacement.
Jun	2010	84940	680	new rotors and pads front and rear.
Jan	2011	91140	920	power steering hose leaking,  oil cooler hose replaced.
Sep	2012	109120	30	weld in 3" piece of exhaust pipe near rear muffler.
Mar	2013	116560		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Arizona, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Aug	2009	35000		First odometer entry
Sep	2009	36000	900	fuel pump failure.
Mar	2010			Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in New Mexico, United States
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Sep	2009	67000		First odometer entry
Oct	2009	67000	90	have check engine light on frequently; codes showed plugs which were changed, light on again, code showed ingnition coil which was changed at this time. Car is "chugging" intermittently, light is coming on again and we don't know what the trouble is
Jan	2011	77000	190	LUBRICATION OF COIL, ARCING AGAINST CYLINDER INSTEAD OF PLUG. OIL LEAK DUE TO DRIED OUT GASKET. COMPUTER CLEARED OF ALL PREVIOUS READINGS.
Jun	2011	81000		Most recent odometer entry.

 

Nissan Murano in Quebec, Canada
Month	Year	Odometer (in miles)	Cost	Problem/Repair Description
Jun	2010	115940		First odometer entry
Aug	2010	119040	185	coolant was leaking : replaced the hose
Oct	2011	145080		Most recent odometer entry.