Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. While driving various speeds or making a turn, the vehicle would suddenly stall for several seconds and then accelerate. The failure was very inconsistent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions, but the failure still persists. The current mileage was 100,000 and failure mileage was 50,000.
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I own 2003 nissan murano with around 111000 miles on it. At the beginning of july 2009 my car all of sudden lost all power when I was driving at around 40 MPH, the engine seized, the check engine light came on. Luckily I was able to stop the car without any crash. I took the car to pep boys auto repair chain. I was told the failure happened due to a faulty crank position sensor. I had the repair made and the car is running fine now. When I was looking at your database I realized that there was a recall on 2003 nissan murano for the exact same problem that happened to me. The federal safety agency campaign number for that recall was 03v455000. I contacted nissan and was told my car did not fall under the recall as it was manufactured in a different plant than recalled vehicles. Any way I want to report this issue as I consider this a serious safety issue. After the engine seized driving at 40 MPH I am glad I did not lose control of the car (there was no other vehicles around which helped) this is the information from recall 03v455000, this is exactly what happened to my car: this could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.
My 2003 nissan murano has been stalling with no warning lights beforehand. Last week, the nissan dealer told me that I needed a new battery which cost me $189. This week, my murano is still stalling. Now, they told me that I need a new air flow meter and spark plugs which will cost me $821.64. That's more than $1,000 in two weeks on a car that's 6 years old with 80,000 miles! Not to mention that the transmission had to be replaced at around $60,000... And numerous other repairs. Nissan is a company that does not stand behind its product....and I'm absolutely fed up with it.
This nissan is not fit for the road it is showing signs of the recalls listed for this vehicle and the manufacturers will not fix the defects. This vehicle will not start right away and it lunges forward and could be serious.
Vehicle "service engine soon" light has come on, vehicle has varying pauses between pressing gas and vehicle reaction, vehicle stopped running while driving (with my pregnant wife driving and 18 month old son in vehicle), and restart has long crank duration. On april 17th, vehicle turned off at stop light while I was driving and restarted after long crank period. I pulled off to parking lot and car turned off and failed to recrank. This creates a very very dangerous condition in the vehicle just shutting off while driving! Dealership indicated the cam sensors needed to be replaced. I have read that several other people have had similar experiences through researching this problem. I also understand that there has been a recall on crank position sensor or cam position sensor for this vehicle (year, make, model) for these exact problems, but when inquiring to nissan about this, my VIN was not associated with the recall, despite being the same make, model, and year!
Service engine soon lit up 3x. First 2 was covered by warranty. Third time had to pay around $100 just to check. Turns out there's computer is sensing gas vapor leak but when checked, turned out no leak but had to pay just to check. Ripoff!
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. While driving approximately 40 to 50 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The check engine indicator illuminated after the failure occurred. The vehicle shut off a total of four times, but was able to be restarted. The contact took the vehicle to the repair shop for a diagnosis and the camshaft position sensor was initially determined to be the cause of the failure. The mechanic then stated that if the camshaft position sensor was replaced, it would not correct the failure. The contact was informed that the real issue was with the computer and electrical system in the vehicle. He was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnosis. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact will take the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The current and failure mileages were 41,000. Updated 3/27/09 *cn updated 04/01/09.(jb
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. The contact noticed that the engine warning indicator illuminates on the instrument panel and then the vehicle stalls. The failure occurs primarily in the morning when the engine is cold. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling); therefore, the contact would have to pay approximately $400 for the repair. The vehicle has not yet been repaired. He called the manufacturer and was not provided with any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 66,250.
Catalytic converter failure at 125k miles.
Catalytic converter is bad at 110k miles.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. When the vehicle was started, the check engine indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle has difficulty starting and will shut off without notice. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and a technician stated that the crank position sensor and camshaft sensor needed to be replaced. The repair would cost $400. No repairs have been made. The manufacturer stated that a recall was in place for the sensors; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact could not be reimbursed for the repair. The failure mileage was 51,500 and current mileage was 51,700.
After driving the car for about 30 min or so every time I step on the accelerator pedal the car is delayed in moving. In addition every time I drive the car I lose power. The check engine light comes on and the car slows to a crawl and stops. I will then have to coast the car off to the side of the road. Wait a few min and then restart. This is very scary every time I try to make left hand turns. Other times I am driving it just will not move for a long 5 to 8 sec delay. Cars coming at me in at any speed have almost hit me. There were no warnings prior the stalling. This happens every single time I drive the car. I read there was a the federal safety agency recall# 03v455000. The throttle body 3 times, transmission 2 times. Motor mounts and a host of other parts. Let's see oh yeah the TCM twice. Valve body replaced. Miles at 105,000. I have spent over $900.00 plus. The dealership I bought it from won't take it back. At this point I just want out of this car. Could anyone help me?
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle suddenly shut down without warning. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the road. He waited 30 minutes and was able to restart the vehicle. He drove to the dealer and they stated that the battery was the cause of the failure. Previously, the dealer replaced the CVT valve due to the stalling failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 90,000 and current mileage was 100,000.
I bought my SUV new in june 2003. A month after it started shutting off as if it was out of gas. The dealer stated that nothing was wrong with it. They took it for a week and "fixed" the problem after my insistence. A month later the radio and all the power sockets in my car started kicking out and I went through a box of 300 fuses. Again, the dealer said that there was nothing wrong. The scariest problem is that my car will just stall out in stop and go traffic. I told them of this problem 18 months after I got the car. It was still under warranty. They stated that there was nothing wrong with the car and that I needed the mile service to be done as well as a transmission flush. This was done for $500 and the problem still occurred. I recently found out that it is a throttle body that the car needs. The part is $160. The service is $2000. I have been telling them that I had this problem for three years. It was just diagnosed, by a mechanic other than nissan due to my fear after a near accident. I was trying to make a left hand turn and the car would not drive or move. I was in the intersection and my daughter was in the back seat. My foot was to the floor on the pedal. I screamed out of the impending accident. The oncoming car unaware of my dilemma slowed down and dipped to the other lane but not after blowing the horn at me. The catalytic converter was replaced twice in a 2 year period. This is ridiculous. By the way the car was recalled 3 times in a three year period. I need help. I have spent $7000 in repairs to the car since I bought it. I have all the receipts from nissan for the service.
Nissan murano sl. While driving this car in heavy traffic at about 65mph the service engine soon light came on and the car slowed down to a stop. I was unable to get the car going again. This incident happened on a 250 mile drive I could not use my cell because it happened in a dead zone. I had just had the car serviced with a oil change the day before this incident.
I have a 2003 nissan murano. Yesterday as I was pulling into the driveway, I noticed it was overheating a little. I immediately called the repair place and had them come and take it to be serviced. They just called to inform me that the radiator is cracked and the thermostat housing needs to be replaced at a total of $1144.60. T here are 75000 miles on this car and it has always gone for scheduled maintenance, oil changes, and everything required to keep it running optimally. Have read about radiator cracks from several other murano owners, and knowing the other problems I have had with my lemon of a car - they had to replace the alternator 3 times - I would seriously believe that there are going to be more and more problems with the radiators cracking on other vehicles.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. While driving 20 MPH, the engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle would not restart and was towed. The dealer stated that the engine needed to be replaced because the rear sensor in the engine failed. The repair was not made. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The current and failure mileages were 91,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle completely shut down due to a faulty camshaft sensor. There were no warning indicators prior to the failure. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The purchase date was unknown. The current mileage was 82,765 and failure mileage was 82,750.
I have a 2003 murano, that continues to have persistent problems with failing camshaft sensors. There is a specific recall that covers camshaft and crankshaft sensor design issues in the 2003 murano, but nissan has refused to cover the work, since my VIN doesn't fall within the recall range. I have even talked to the vp of east cost customer service, who told me to report the problem to the appropriate governmental agency. We have experienced all the problems that are described in the recall multiple different times over the last year. These are :"service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash." it also includes the car stalling at 45 MPH for my wife on a dangerous winding road. For a small women without power steering or power brakes, this situation was extremely dangerous. Both camshaft sensors have been replaced already, and one of them is failing again for the third time. I have already spent $500, and it will cost at least that much to pay for the changes that nissan requires under the recall to really fix the nissan design flaw. The main problem is that nissan refuses to fix the problem, even though it is obvious that I have the exact same problems as the recall.
On september 12, 2007, I took my car to keras nissan located at 2080 covington pike in memphis, tennessee, because the shock absorbers were failing in the front of the truck and again the check engine soon light came on. I decided to take my truck to a different dealership because I no longer trusted the workmanship of dobbs nissan, where I made the initial purchase. I dealt with travis, a service advisor that advised me they would find the problems. After my vehicle was serviced, I was informed that the motor was non-repairable. Travis stated that it looked as if I never serviced the engine with oil. I explained that I have regularly scheduled maintenance on this vehicle. He stated that I would need to gather all of my oil change receipts to present to nissan warranty to prove regular maintenance have been performed to replace the engine. Oil changes and dates of receipts provided: dobbs nissan: april 29, 2006 september 26, 2006 june 13, 2007 danny?s car care: march 9, 2007 march 28, 2007 august 18, 2007 goodyear: june 23, 2006 january 3, 2007 firestone: november 02, 2006 receipts the morning of september 15, 2007. He contacted me around 11:15 am to inform me that the engine replacement was denied, due to, ?lack of maintenance?. I asked travis to explain to me in detail the reason for the denial, and his reply was simply, "lack of maintenance?. Nothing has been done to correct the failure on a warranted engine.
2 weeks after the 60,000 service (at 63,500 k)I had my catalytic converter replaced. At that time, the dealer said I needed the transfer case seal replaced ($800). That was not the real problem, the bearings were defective- I need a new transfer case (rebuild $900). But no parts are available so need to buy new transfer case from nissan ($2500). Definitely a 2003 murano manufacture defect.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. While attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle loses power. The vehicle is able to be restarted after approximately 5-10 seconds. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally accelerates on its own, without even depressing the accelerator pedal. The dealer stated that a valve body needed to be replaced. The current and failure mileages were 65,000.
Heard noise from engine compartment under low RPM range. Took vehicle to local nissan dealer for inspection of problem and mechanic could not duplicate but was advised by shop mechanic about worn drive belt. Vehicle is @ 34,000 miles. Upon investigation at home from top of engine bay, I noticed AC/alternator idler pulley was vibrating and rotating of axis to the crack pulley. I investigated online at www.nissanmurano.org for similar problems. I found a series of reports that the bracket that holds the idle pulley was broken and causes cutting into the adjustment arm and causing the noise (eventually failing). Returned vehicle to the dealer and informed dealer of idler pulley problem researched online and request belt service. When mechanic removed the belt, the idler pulley assembly was found to be broken. I believe this is a serious design issue and nissan should provide a better design and recall a $16 part. Potential issues of failure of pulley: 1) nearby vicinity of the radiator coolant return hose can cut by broken bracket and can cause engine to overheat. 2) could lead to an alternator not providing energy to the car and a more serious consequences. *tr updated 01/11/08. *lj updated
Nissan murano 2003 service engine check lightcame on and vehicle slowed down on the freeway and I had to find a shoulder after an overpass bridge to pull over for my safe and for my 2 toodlers children. I check the recall on the internet for this and it was a recall back in 2003 that I did not recieve a notice in the mail. I call a car dealer and denying me for the recall. I call the consumer affair customer service and 7/2/2007 and case is pending. I feel so unsafe to drive this vehicle because since 2003 this vehicle has five recalls such as gas tank, set belt, engine and engine cooling, transmission nut not tighten enough and alternator.
I have a 2003 nissan murano with 47k miles. The belt tensioner bracket (also called idler pulley bracket) broke. When the bracket failed, it cut one of the coolant hoses and damaged the serpentine belt. This could have caused damage / failure to the engine. All service to my vehicle has been done by authorized nissan dealers only. I believe the failure of this bracket was due to improper design / manufacture. I have seen reports of the same problem reported by murano owners on www.freshalloy.com and www.nissanmurano.org. Nissan refused to cover the replacement of this failed part under their engine / power train warranty.
Experienced clicking sound and subsequent loss of power while driving in mountainous area. 2003 murano was completely disabled with what turned out to be complete failure of CVT transmission in nissan dealer maintained vehicle with 77,000 miles on odometer. At this point, nissan has offered no goodwill help in replacing $5000 CVT transmission,citing outside of 60,000 mile drive train warranty. Reliability of CVT technology in 2003 model is questionable , if complete failure on CVT is normal wear and tear at 77,000 miles. With exception of replacing two radiators and this CVT failure, I have had been very happy with vehicle.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70 MPH on dry asphalt roads, the vehicle stalled completely. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road, where it was able to be restarted after a few minutes. There were no warnings prior the stalling. The vehicle was not seen by a dealer, however the manufacturer was notified. There was a the federal safety agency recall# 03v455000, pertaining to the engine and engine cooling. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Driving our 2003 nissan murano and car started to overheat. Took it to the dealer who said the radiator was cracked. Car has 72,000 miles with all scheduled maintenance done. Called nissan na to see if others were experiencing the same problem and they have none reported. Denied to help due to excessive miles.
I have a 2003 nissan murano sl. I was getting an oil change and noticed a discharge in my radiator overflow. I asked the guy to drain the radiator and reservoir and refill it with fresh antifreeze. The discharge returned and the car became disabled in a busy intersection, with no warning light prior. I had it towed to the dealer and they seemed to know exactly the issue. The transmission fluid had mixed with the radiator coolant?! They charged me $1265.76 and said it wasn't covered because I was beyond 36,000 miles. The radiator looks new and I just have to take their word for this, even though they can't show me the problem. Since they were so quick to identify this problem, I have to think they are seeing it a lot and maybe this should be a recall. I took the old radiator with me and still have it. Your attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.
2003 murano radiator and transmission malfunctioned.***no answer required***.*mr the alternator was replaced after the alternator light illuminated on the dash. When accelerating suddenly the vehicle would hesitate.
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