2003-2007 Nissan Murano recall: engine and engine cooling

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 19, 2009. It covers about 362,891 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 362,891
reported: May 19, 2009
owners notified: Aug 24, 2009
related complaints: 376

Engine and engine cooling

What is wrong: Nissan is recalling 362,891 my 2003-2007 murano vehicles. The intake air ducts, which are connected to the intermediate resonator in the air intake system of the engine, may separate from the resonator with engine movement. This separation occurs due to the premature aging of the material used in the intake air ducts which causes excessive shrinking.
Risk: Engine may stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the appropriate components free of charge. The recall began on september 24, 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 09V169000

Affected vehicles

Nissan Murano 2003-2007 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 376 complaints about engine problems.

2004 Nissan Murano 2005 Nissan Murano 2006 Nissan Murano 2007 Nissan Murano

Questions about recall 09V169000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2007 Nissan Murano engine and engine cooling?

Yes. Recall 09V169000, reported on May 19, 2009, covers about 362,891 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V169000?

Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the appropriate components free of charge. The recall began on september 24, 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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