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2004 Nissan Murano repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (7%)

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2004 Nissan Murano repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (37%)

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Nissan Murano in Virginia, United States Nov 2009 - Mar 2010
Jan 2010 US $170	oil leak - fixed by replacing oil cooler ring

Nissan Murano in Texas, United States Sep 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2009 56000 mi US $1165	Ignition coils were failing engine began knocking and thumping down the road as if it were a manual when the clutch isn't engaged properly.

Nissan Murano in Texas, United States Apr 2008 - Jun 2012
Oct 2011 109500 mi US $500	Door handle came off in my hand

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Nissan Murano in Texas, United States Nov 2014 - Jun 2018
Nov 2014 170000 mi US $300	Radiator started to leak.
Dec 2014 172000 mi US $100	The power steering fluid hose cracked and started to leak.
Aug 2015 183400 mi US $150	Alternator went out.
Mar 2016 198000 mi US $450	Car made odd noise which turned out to be two of the motor mounts. Wheel hub assembly had worn bearings. Entire wheel hub had to be replaced.
May 2016 201000 mi US $400	Valve cover gaskets were leaking and oil was leaking from the spark plug seals

Nissan Murano in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2010 - Mar 2012
Feb 2011 107000 mi US $1400	Dealership rotated and spin balanced tires as well as repairing CV Boot and axle, brakes/rotors, front and rear. Car developed a sound that could not be properly diagnosed by the dealership. Took to an independent shop for final repair.
Apr 2011 107200 mi US $400	Wheel bearing making noise, rumbling and needed repair.

Nissan Murano in Oregon, United States Dec 2009 - Mar 2013
Dec 2011 67000 mi US $200	Extremely squeaky brakes on reverse from cold

Nissan Murano in Georgia, United States - Oct 2006
Mar 2005	TSB: Rocking front seat; Warranty Replace: stress cracked windshield
Aug 2006 32000 mi	Recall replace alternator
Oct 2006 34000 mi	Warranty Replace: alternator bracket; TSB: Fuel Shield

Nissan Murano in Florida, United States Aug 2011 - May 2012
Oct 2011 150000 mi US $750	Radiator replaced

Nissan Murano in Georgia, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2011
Mar 2008 56000 mi	Hose was left off from earlier transmission replacement resulting in loss of vacuum and transmission not working.
Mar 2010 102000 mi US $265	Transmission replaced for the fourth time

Nissan Murano in South Carolina, United States Feb 2010 - Mar 2018
Mar 2010 128000 mi US $350	replace right front wheel bearing.
Jul 2011 157300 mi US $130	Replaced left front wheel hub. Found part on Amazon.com for $ 130.00 delivered. Took me less than 1 hour to replace the hub. Easy job.
Nov 2011 164000 mi	Re-weld drivers seat undercarriage. This does have a TSB. This repair was beyond dealer warranty. Used a 90 amp MIG welder. Took less than 30 minutes to repair. Be careful not to scratch the car interior when removing/installing seat. Re-weld drivers seat undercarriage. This does have a TSB. This repair was beyond dealer warranty. Used a 90 amp MIG welder. Took less than 30 minutes to repair. Be careful not to scratch the car interior when removing/installing seat.
Aug 2013 191200 mi	replace front left and right struts. replace rear left and right shocks replace left front lower control arm (ball joint included) with wheel alignment replace front left lower control arm with ball joint. and wheel alignment
Sep 2013 193000 mi US $163	Replaced front and rear engine mounts. DIY parts from Amazon.com front $ 125.00 rear $ 38.00. took 4 hours. Nissan dealer wanted $ 850.00. Common problem for all 6 cylinder engines transversal mounted.
Sep 2014 205000 mi US $52	power steering hp hose. $ 50.00 at parts store. remove wipers, wiper motor, top firewall cowling. safely raise front end. remove both front tires. Nissan dealer wanted $ 650.00 for repair. no way. little messy. good luck.
Jul 2015 214300 mi US $30	Replaced broken right side engine mount. Ordered part from Amazon.com for $ 30.00. Less than 1 hour to change out.
Feb 2017 231000 mi US $189	Replaced front left and right strut assembly. Found new spring and strut assembly on Amazon. Took about 3 hours to change. Last struts lasted about 4 years.

Nissan Murano in Minnesota, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010 82000 mi US $65	Oil cooler seal defective. Replaced O-ring. Replaced o-ring in about 1.5 hours.

Nissan Murano in California, United States Oct 2010 - Jan 2013
Apr 2012 68200 mi	BRAKE LIGHT IN REAR OUT

Nissan Murano in Arizona, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010 50000 mi US $168	CV boot was broken and leaking oil onto other parts Dealer said the timing chain needed to be replaced for $1,400. Different repair shop didn't see need for replacement.Car has only 50,000 miles on it.Bit suspicious of Nissan dealer diagnosis.

Nissan Murano in California, United States May 2010 - Jan 2012
Dec 2010 75000 mi US $400	Replaced the front struts on the vehicle

Nissan Murano in Kentucky, United States Feb 2010 - Mar 2014
Mar 2010 88000 mi US $110	Oil leak, replaced gasket etc
Jun 2010 88000 mi US $375	two sensors were replaced on the camshaft

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Nissan Murano in Virginia, United States Jun 2009 - May 2011
Oct 2009 76000 mi US $180	Oil leak...had to replace Valve Cover Gasket

Nissan Murano in Manitoba, Canada Feb 2013 - Oct 2013
Mar 2013 61380 mi C $112	changed oil cooler seal which is common to leak on all muranos
Sep 2013 65720 mi	code p1778 step motor function transmission replaced under nissan of canada 10 year/200,000 kms warranty
Oct 2013 65720 mi C $455	replaced both front lower control arms and stabilizer links

Nissan Murano in New Jersey, United States Jan 2011 - Apr 2016
Sep 2013 126000 mi US $593	wheel bearing- drivers side
Jun 2014 143000 mi	Driver-side tie rod and wheel bearings
Dec 2015 173000 mi	Car had alternator replaced 1 yr ago and it failed again. Dealer performed the repair for free on the second time!
Apr 2016 183000 mi	Alternator failed, car went dead on highway for the 3rd time in the last year. Sold car.

Nissan Murano in District of Columbia, United States Jul 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 80000 mi US $1400	Axle broke.

Nissan Murano in Connecticut, United States Apr 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 102000 mi US $900	Having a terrible time with this car. Service engine light constantly turning on after repairs. Replaced front and rear sensors on Bank 1. Now need to replace "cat" converter in Bank 1. Fed up with Nissan repair expenses.

Nissan Murano in Mississippi, United States Oct 2009 - Apr 2013
Mar 2012 140000 mi US $200	rattling noise. Dual exhaust was loose where it connects to single exhaust. It was resecured. The engine cover was loose and a part had to be ordered to resecure it. Including the oil change and other maintenance, the entire cost was <$500
Jun 2012 147000 mi US $500	a engine mount had to be replaced
Dec 2012 154000 mi US $1900	Struts were replaced. In addition, the boots on both axles were replaced.

Nissan Murano in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2009 - Nov 2009
Jul 2009 33000 mi	Erroneous check engine light, (P1778) transmission step motor.
Aug 2009 33000 mi	Replace transmission- step motor error message.

Nissan Murano in New York, United States Jul 2008 - Mar 2010
Nov 2009 57200 mi	At the time the Dealer fixed this they noticed a oil pan leak that was covered under warranty and repaired. it.

Nissan Murano in Illinois, United States Jul 2008 - Sep 2011
Apr 2010 52000 mi US $720	Gas tank fill tube rusted, throwing check engine light.

Nissan Murano in Arizona, United States Feb 2017 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018 142000 mi US $950	both valve covers, plus gaskets. engine was smoking and also leaking oil.
Feb 2018 143000 mi US $350	fuel pump needed to be replaced
Mar 2018 149000 mi US $1	too expensive to fix rear main seal leak. Shop wanted over $3000.

Nissan Murano in California, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2012
Mar 2008 78000 mi	Main window switch lowers, but does not raise left rear door window. Hood shock (lift) failed and is leaking fluid.
Nov 2008 92000 mi US $56	Left axle seal leaking fluid. Noticed brown residue under the radiator cap. Possible engine oil mixed with radiator fluid. Clicking sound from front axles or hubs.
Dec 2008 93000 mi	Main window switch was replaced as it would not operate left rear door glass.
May 2009 99000 mi US $190	Worn front engine mount Front Struts replaced Overheating problem reported earlier still present. Pressure tested cooling system but it checked out ok.
Jun 2009 102000 mi US $48	Hood struts would not hold up the hood. Replaced with new aftermarket parts.
Sep 2011 125000 mi US $140	IPDM acting up apparently due to loose connections.

Nissan Murano in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2007 - Jul 2009
Oct 2007 48500 mi	Replaced DVD navigation unit.
Apr 2008 56000 mi	Needed to replace outer tie rods. Rods were loose.
Mar 2009 72000 mi US $500	Loose bearings had to be replaced.
Jun 2009 80000 mi US $700	Seat track assembly got jammed. Dealer said entire assembly needed to be replaced. Originally quoted me $1010.00. I negotiated them down to $700. Beware of your dealer trying to screw you on the price of parts.
Jul 2009 80000 mi	Leak in the gas fill tube. Also needed a new oil pan, and rattle in an exhaust hanger. Traded car to avoid fixing.

Nissan Murano in South Dakota, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2009 78000 mi US $326	Lower right side ball joint.

Nissan Murano in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2008 - Apr 2012
Sep 2008 17000 mi	Transfer case failed.
Dec 2011 72000 mi US $200	thunping noise from the front end when driving. Doesnt matter if in gear or in nuetral. My mechanic can't find the problem.
Apr 2012 76000 mi US $400	replaced transfer case for the second time. Also replaced the transmission under warranty.

Nissan Murano in North Carolina, United States Sep 2008 - Sep 2016
Jun 2009 57000 mi	Went in for 60K service. Found transaxle for awd was leaking. Dealer replaced under warranty.
Mar 2011 88000 mi	Transmission was replaced under warranty. Transaxle seals replaces as part of that repair, are now leaking, were not before. Dealer refuses to fix, $1700 estimate. This seems to be a frequent Murano issue.
Dec 2011 103000 mi US $150	Hid headlight failed. Bulb replaced. refill awd transfer case. Leak caused by prior repair at dealer and they will not repair under warranty.
Mar 2012 107000 mi US $200	belt tensioner broke, was replaced. replaced transfer case seal. this was due to a incorrect installation from a previous repair.
Mar 2015 135000 mi US $600	power steering hose leaked, also ruining alternator. Both replaced.
May 2015 137000 mi US $1000	compressor leaking, replaced, recharge ac
Mar 2016 144000 mi US $600	front wheel bearings on both sides

Nissan Murano in Quebec, Canada Dec 2008 - May 2012
Jul 2009 78740 mi C $60	Replaced spark plugs and PCV valve. Started noticing abnormal oil consumption. Will keep track of milage and consumption to see if PCV was issue.
Aug 2010 91140 mi C $600	cracked right bank, front cylinder exhaust manifold
Feb 2012 103740 mi C $200	Murano was loosing power on takeoff and transmission oil had turned a dark color. Replaced transmission. left exterior tie rod replaced

Nissan Murano in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2009 - Mar 2010
Apr 2009 71000 mi US $3800	transfer case / front differential failed (cracked) with no warning or other adverse indication. Had to be replaced..

Nissan Murano in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2008 - May 2013
Dec 2009 71000 mi	Bad wheel bearing passenger side front.

Nissan Murano in Arizona, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2016
Apr 2014 96000 mi US $1200	Transmission and drivetrain about to fall out of the bottom. Mechanic recommended getting rid of the vehicle.

Nissan Murano in Texas, United States Oct 2008 - Mar 2014
Jun 2010 55000 mi US $600	replaced front struts and rear shocks, 4 wheel alignment.
Aug 2010 55000 mi US $100	replaced 2 lower control arms, replaced strut bearing replaced broken motor mount replaced a drive shaft seal
Mar 2012 61000 mi US $80	right side fender liner tore away and had to be replaced front valve cover gasket leaking----replaced CVT air guide (for cooling)was broken and replaced
Dec 2012 66000 mi	replaced both front wheel bearings replaced front inner and outer tie-rod ends on both sides replaced front left and right sway bar links
Nov 2013 69000 mi US $80	Passenger sun visor broke and would not stay up---ordered replacement from ebay and installed----easy job.
Dec 2013 69000 mi US $110	Power steering pressure hose leaking fluid----removed and replaced pressure hose.

Nissan Murano in Virginia, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2011
Jun 2009 47000 mi US $2850	Transmission would not upshift-stayed in "1st" gear. Trasmission bands burned.

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Nissan Murano in Arizona, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009 77000 mi US $1100	needed two cracked motor mounts replaced. Needed coolant flush and cracked belts replaced. Still need to replace cracked bushings. Car still makes strange noise when braking. Needed new hose for power steering fluid.

Nissan Murano in Florida, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2012
Apr 2012 101300 mi US $150	Pulley replaced

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Nissan Murano in Massachusetts, United States Apr 2004 - Sep 2015
Dec 2004 9123 mi	Verify tire pressure sensors are working. Told this is normal for them to read low in cold weather.
May 2005 13521 mi	Replace alternator
Sep 2005 21266 mi	fix Bose changer to prevent skipping Align front end to eliminate vibration
Oct 2007 54043 mi	Replace Catalytic convertor. Warranty
May 2009 74123 mi US $136	Drivers Seat adjuster replacement. Dealer wanted $450 out of warranty replacement. Replaced myself with the aid of the TSB instructions.
Jun 2009 76043 mi US $100	Oil & Filter change, replace seal behind oil cooler. Replace drive belts for PS & Alt / AC. Oil & Filter change, replace seal behind oil cooler. Replace drive belts for PS & Alt / AC
Oct 2010 91000 mi US $35	Replaced left Tie rod after alignment caught it. Was source of clunk in front end when torque was applied during acceleration
Mar 2011 95000 mi US $75	Rear right Caliper locked up causing premature wear on pads. Replaced caliper, and both pads.
Apr 2011 96000 mi US $265	Right front axle bearing became noisy. Required replacment of bearing cartridge ($120) and ABS sensor ($140) that gets destroyed when trying to remove bearing. Dealer wanted $700 for same repair.
Sep 2011 100000 mi US $350	Walker replacement muffler put on in 2009 rusted out. Replaced with Different mfg. Walker will not warranty. Replaced right outer tie rod.
Mar 2012 104000 mi US $124	Idler tensioner pulley fell off while driving dropping the Alt / AC belt. Happened in driveway, otherwise would have had to be towed after 2-3 miles. Best choice is to buy new tensioner assembly and install. Installation is about 45 minutes.
Aug 2012 109700 mi US $250	Replaced front brake pads and left front Wheel bearing. Requires destroying the ABS sensor to remove bearing. Replaced Right tie rod end. Had too much play.
Jul 2013 120000 mi US $550	Replace right lower ball joint assembly Replace Bank #1 catalytic convertor and secondary catalytic convertor. Primary failed from an event when I changed the spark plugs and crossed the wires. Dumped in raw gas that caused overheating which cooked the inside.
Aug 2013 120200 mi US $100	Car would not learn to idle after changing catalytic converter. Replaced plenum chamber gaskets.
Sep 2013 120000 mi US $100	Could not get car to idle no matter what. Finally took to dealer to teach it how to idle. Dealer took several tries but was able to accomplish this with the correct tools
May 2015 129900 mi US $275	Replaced muffler and muffler pipe.
Jul 2015 130300 mi	Catalytic convertor replaced in 2012 failed. the flex pipes at the junction of the two primary Cats rotted out and caused the Oxy Sensor to read false. replaced secondary cat at no charge.

Nissan Murano in Minnesota, United States Nov 2004 - Mar 2013
Aug 2004 1072 mi	Red rust spots all over paint. Dealer stated that they were Rail dust from transporting. Dealer sent out to body shop to buff out. Worked for a while. Rattle behind driver rear seat shoulder belt. Dealer disassembled and fixed.
Jun 2005 11095 mi	Red rust spots all over paint. Dealer stated that they were Rail dust from transporting. Dealer sent out to body shop to buff out. Worked for a while.
May 2008 47464 mi	Red rust(rail dust) spots all over paint. Dealer sent out to body shop to buff out. This time they clay blocked and polished. Front grill peeling, replaced. Rear hatch handle sticking, I lubed. Fuel neck rusting, recommended sanding & self-etching primer.
Jan 2010 70000 mi US $343	Throttle chamber replaced and reprogramed ECM.
Feb 2010 71000 mi	Belt tensioner bracket cracked. I had previously had them check on this known problem, so they warranted the part for me.
Nov 2012 106900 mi US $200	Door handle came off in my hand when opening the door.

Nissan Murano in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2008 - Dec 2016
May 2008 50000 mi	Doors lock occassionally on their own with key in the ignition. Dealer claimed this was because auto lock feature was activated, and turned it off. This has not solved the problem. A TSB exists for this problem that has still not been resolved.
Mar 2011 88000 mi US $95	Exhaust flange between B pipe and muffler was leaking (slightly). Flange was cut out and a piece of pipe was welded in its place to seal the leak.
Oct 2011 94300 mi US $86	Driver's side outer tie rod was worn out and replaced.
Aug 2012 102100 mi US $818	Front struts replaced Two exhaust system flex pipes replaced
Nov 2016 118300 mi US $1480	Replaced tie rod end Replaced 2 ball joints. Dealer said these and the tie-rod end were worn, though they passed our pretty tough, annual MA inspection only a month earlier. Replace rear tailgate latch. It had rusted and broke (after 12 years of use) - not a huge deal nor surprise, considering the age of the car and relatively tough New England winters.

Nissan Murano in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2008 - Jan 2009
May 2008 55000 mi US $525	Check Engine soon light came on. Diagnosis was a vapor leak in the pipe that leads from the gas tank to the fuel filler cap. Pipe had to be ordered and replaced.

Nissan Murano in California, United States Feb 2010 - Sep 2012
Apr 2010 63000 mi US $3269	All wheel drive system failed
Sep 2012 79000 mi	Inoperative locks on both right doors. Loose driver door window. For all of these items estimate cost would be $1,500.

Nissan Murano in Nebraska, United States Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
Jul 2011 54000 mi	During rain storms, windows of car rolled down on their own. Dealer could not replicate so sent it home. That night windows went down again. Car was totaled. Nissan said too bad, not their problem because 2003 was recalled not my 2004.

Nissan Murano in Arizona, United States Jan 2010 - Jun 2011
Feb 2010 133000 mi US $150	Engine would die like the key was turned off while getting on the freeway. This dead time lasted only 4 to 6 seconds but was dangerous. Also hard to start and engine light was on. Code was Cam Shaft Sensor but this did not correct the problem.
Jul 2010 134000 mi US $500	Alternator stopped charging the battery and the car died while driving. Had to tow it to a repair shop. Found that engine mounts were also bad and were the cause of a knocking sound. Mounts first time were wrong due to missing sensors.

Nissan Murano in Quebec, Canada Feb 2011 - Aug 2012
Mar 2011 73160 mi C $900	Changed wheel bearings and tie rod ends Exhaust parts replaced
Apr 2012 81100 mi C $1200	Changed fuel pump Oil pan leaking due to rust

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