2003 Nissan Murano: fuel pump failure

Filed Apr 9, 2018 · Acceleration, Engine · 5 miles · CA

Driving came to a stop at a light car died. Restarted it, drove home. Car wouldn't start, replaced the fuel pump. Vehicle started was driving got on the freeway had no acceleration control, loud knocking noise all of a sudden, turned around went back home and before I got to my front door the radiator exploded! The whole top of it cracked open.

Filed May 1, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 66,000 miles · TN · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan murano. While reversing, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle on the first attempt after assistance from an eyewitness with jumper cables; however, the vehicle failed again. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the alternator failed due to a burned wire. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v319000 (electrical system). In addition, the contact stated that the fuel sensor indicator illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced due to the location of the fuel tank. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v003000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly). The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.

Filed Oct 11, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · 108,000 miles · ID

Purchased this vehicle in 2012, used- bag an having issues immediately, including , no heat, stalling, windows rolling down on their own in winter- returned it to the dealer and they kept for 1 week, said there was nothing wrong except the fuel pump. We replaced it and trouble continued. Contacted nissan and they said to take to dealer for diagnostic, a certified nissan mechanic now looking it over and claims there is nothing wrong, we have thrown so much money into trying to get it to work. Overheats and can not climb even the smallest of incline without overheating, the nissan company wants us yo pay for all the testing they require, we have been paying for a vehicle that is not drivable or reliable in any way- after 4 years there is still no answers as to why it will not run properly, so disappointing yo purchase a vehicle that looks good and is comfortable, and has become a lawn ornament that still has a large balance to pay- does nissan produce things they walk away from laughing at the consumers for purchasing a non reputable vehicle. So aggravating to be told it is our problem, feel as though I could have gone to the junkyard and purchased a wrecked vehicle and had better results, we just want to be able to depend on a vehicle we purchased without the run around. Sounds like they made a problem car from the other comments on how others have experienced the same issues, without any answers. The unexpected stalling and overheating and no production of heat in the vehicle has been issue since purchasing in 2012 to now 2016, just would like some sort of answers.

Filed Jul 12, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · 147,000 miles · NY

It was hot outside. I was on a major highway and all of a sudden I was unable to accelerate then the car lost power. I had to have my vehicle towed to a mechanic to find out my fuel pump fuse blew. Since then within a month time my car has lost power twice and abruptly stopped running on a major highway going about 55 MPH. Putting myself and kids in a very dangerous situation. After sitting for about 20 minutes the first time and a hour the second time I pumped the gas pedal, turned the key and it started right up. I purchased my 2003 murano only 4 months ago and never thought I would be here today scared to drive. Nissan needs to take these complaints much more seriously before someone lose their life behind this defect.

Filed Aug 8, 2011 · Transmission · 119,500 miles · IL

I have a recurring problem that when I am in traffic and I put my foot on the gas pedal, there is no response and then the car surges forward. I was changing lanes and almost caused an accident. The next day I brought to the dealer and they said it was the valve body and gasket. They said the extended 120,000 warranty on the CVT transmisson would not cover the repair. I called nissan customer support, and after investigating they agreed the repair would not be covered under the warranty. I have heard so many complaints that this did not fix the problem that I just had the transmission replaced. I was too worried about the safety hazard. This is a very serious problem , that should not happen at this mileage. I also have had to have the catalytic converter replaced and also the fuel pump, just after it turned 100,000.

Filed Nov 2, 2010 · Fuel system, Transmission · 110,000 miles · NC

While driving my 2003 nissan murano awd sl I suddenly loose acceleration, the engine will not rev and the RPM indicator is 0, the engine is still running, there are no warning light indicators. After several minutes the accelerator will re-engage and the car will accelerate again. This has happened 5 times in the last 2 weeks, took the car to the dealer and they could not find anything wrong, no codes issued. I have replaced in the past 3 years the transmission in the last 7 months the fuel pump, the catalytic converter, the o2 sensors have all been replaced. The dealer indicated that this not a problem they have been aware of and have no idea what it could be...sound like they are not being exactly forthcoming on this issue.

Filed Oct 1, 2010 · Electrical, Engine · TX

2003 nissan murano. Consumer states engine abruptly shut off and the vehicle lost all power. *tgw the consumer was able to gradually steer the vehicle to the emergency lane. After numerous attempts, he was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and a diagnostic test revealed fuel pump failure. The consumer stated this was not the first time the engine abruptly shut off. The first incident happened in july 2007. But, the vehicle was restarted and was taken to the dealer, but they were unable to find a problem. Prior to the first two incidents, the engine stalled on may 10, 2010. After numerous attempts, the consumer was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they determined the crank sensor was faulty. The consumer stated there have been other repairs such as: alternator failure, the passenger door locks routinely malfunctioned during extreme heat, the driver's power seat malfunctioned, the motor mounts were cracked, the axles were loose, and the intake hose failed.

Filed Sep 9, 2010 · Fuel system, Transmission · 83,794 miles · NC

This statement is in addition of numuras safety recalls. July 2008 on interstate 22 myrtle beach my 2003 murano stalled out with son and daughter. July 2009 it stalled out in whiteville nc. It stalled again. On both occasions nissan replaced a blown a blown fuse. Nothing else. August 2010 traffic the murano stalled at 65 MPH in heavy traffic nearly causing a ten car pile up. We were lucky. Towed murano,to nissan of myrtle beach, fuel pump was replaced. On all the recalls mailed to us refer:these safety recalls could cause fire or crashes. My wife is afraid of our death trap of our 2003 murano. The fuel pump is not a recall,but if you look up complaints on fuel pumps and blown fuses you see I am not the only one my car is a death trap. I want a investigation done.

Filed Nov 19, 2004 · Electrical · 14,000 miles · UT

Car wouldn't start, towed it to the dealer. Got it back same day claiming it was fuses. Got stranded again that evening. Towed it to another dealer who says they replaced the alternator and fuel pump.*ak pe04077_cat