2003 Nissan Murano Nissan Murano 2003

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2003 Nissan Murano repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (30%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (4%)

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2003 Nissan Murano body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (70%)

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2003 Nissan Murano 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD

33464 mi Squeaks and ticks in door panels. Rattle in ceiling - loose wire in dome light. 

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2003 Nissan Murano 4dr SUV

245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD

105700 mi Sunroof stopped working 
100350 mi

US $5
Rear door power lock/handle failed to operate. On inspection found that road salt had penetrated the area causing corrosion. Cleaned and lubricated mechanism. 
105000 mi

US $100
The faux chrome plastic (coating) on the grill was lifting and bubbling. Replaced with aftermarket grill. Replaced entire headlight assembly (both sides) due to UV degradation of plastic housing. Replaced rear hatch handle that was rusted beyond repair. Had previously cleaned and lubricated this part but it finally failed beyond repair. 
107300 mi

US $115
Remove left rear door kick plate and repaired corrosion. Removed left front inner fender liner, repaired lower LF quarter panel (behind front wheel) corrosion. Treated areas with POR 15 and finished painted/clear coated. 
108000 mi

US $65
headlight housings (includes new bulbs) replaced due to plastic hazing from UV light exposure. Replaced grill. Finish was peeling off factory grill. 
127000 mi

US $25
Rear subframe failure. Corrosion caused separation of sway bar from subframe. Vehicle being traded (although it's totaled due to this failure) for a new Honda CR-V. It's an absolute shame. Vehicle runs great and I've maintained it personally for the past 15 years. The failure was due to inferior metals used in the manufacture of the subframe. 
71000 mi

US $25
Rust under the trim along the rear wheel well behind the doors 
66960 mi

C $81
Put in new seat belt at driver position. 

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2003 Nissan Murano Body Problems

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