1.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
114,400 miles

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problem #10

Apr 242019

Murano

  • 192,000 miles
The frame rusted through. I was very lucky that I didn't get in an accident! very disappointing on Nissan. I drive at highway speeds I would have lost control, rear end totally collapse, wheels are tilted in and lost traction.

- Anna, OH, USA

problem #9

Jan 172019

Murano

  • miles
Extreme rusting on frame, being advised that this 12 year old Murano would not even pass next inspection due to the rust.

- Elkview, WV, USA

problem #8

Nov 222018

Murano

  • 137,000 miles
Hello, I am writing this because my 2006 Nissan Murano sl AWD has significant rust damage being only 12 (almost 13) years old. I put hours of research and have found my vehicle is not alone in this. [] this link shows just a few of the people who have complained of a similar issue. My argument is that Nissan should have strengthened these subframes because a 12-13 year old car should not have a back end drop out of it because of salt. I live in Ohio and we get about 1-3 months of snow and our cities salt a moderate amount. Other vehicle we own/had (2001 Ford, 2002 Ford, 2005 Ford) have rust from the snow but the structure of the vehicles are intact and safe to drive. However, the Nissan subframes in these Murano's are failing and endanger drivers around the victim's car. Personally, I can handle a car that loses control even when cars are next to me, but this still puts myself and vehicles around me in danger. Just recently my car was driving fine and with no ice on the road (9:00pm on a 47 degree rainy day) my vehicle wobbles from the back end and veers right while I am on he highway. I advise that Nissan take action and recall the 2006 Nissan Murano because their subframes are not built to last normal wear and tear of snow and salt that people in the North are subjected to. I understand salt is corrosive and deteriorate the cars faster but this car is a luxury car and should be built to last longer than my 2002 Ford Focus has. Thank you for your time. Also may I add that an independent mechanic diagnosed this while attempting to align the car and stated that the 'rusted out' subframe will break if he attempts to free the parts needed to align the rear of the car. Again, thank you for your time.

- Bedford Hts, OH, USA

problem #7

Nov 192018

Murano

  • 172,000 miles
While driving the vehicle the driver noticed that the vehicle became shaky and was difficult to control nearly causing the driver to go off the road. Driver took the vehicle took vehicle to have it checked out, upon further inspection, discovered that the rear subframe had nearly rusted completely through.

- Irvine, KY, USA

problem #6

Jun 252018

Murano

  • 156,000 miles
Broken seat frame - drivers seat (left rear) while driving down the highway, I heard a pop, the next think I knew the seat & I was leaning to the left wobbling back and fourth. Car should be recalled..

- Newark, DE, USA

problem #5

Dec 212017

Murano

  • 139,000 miles
Subframe rust through and broke, causing lost control of car. Car became dangerous and unsafe to drive, with expensive repairs due to the break. Research shows that many people with the same car, or similar years, have had same issue. Brake of subframe was while moving on highway, causing drift of car with no control of back wheels, putting myself and other cars in danger. Additional complaints from other owners:

- Little Canada, MN, USA

problem #4

Jun 192017

Murano 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 178,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Murano. While driving at any speed, the vehicle shook without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear frame was rusted out and referred the contact to the dealer. The dealer was contacted at 414-586-5400 where it was recommended that a diagnostic test be performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 178,000. Updated 10/18/17

- West Bend, WI, USA

problem #3

Jun 212017

Murano

  • 90,000 miles
While driving (making a turn at a light) sub frame collapsed due to rust and all control of vehicle was lost. Car collapsed on to back wheels.

- Devens, MA, USA

problem #2

Dec 232015

Murano

  • miles
When vehical is in motion the sensor light for seat beats continue to flash all the time and there is the sensor light for tires flashes and stays on never going off. Both little light on dash board. My car is peeling its clear coating on the top of trunk opening bythe 3rd light.

- Bartow, FL, USA

problem #1

Jul 172012

Murano

  • 80,000 miles
Driver door cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote key (fob) nor with the button in the handle. It works only manually with the key inserted in the door socket.

- Gastonia, NC, USA