2003
Nissan Murano
EPA MPG:
22 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
22 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 6 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 6 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 6 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 6 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the 2025 Murano will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on the previous generation and the Nissan brand score.
The 2003 Nissan Murano has been recalled 6 times by NHTSA.
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The 2003 Nissan Murano has been recalled 6 times by NHTSA.
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2003 SUVs Reliability
No Data Available
Nissan vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
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Engine Minor
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NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Body Hardware
NA
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Paint/Trim
NA
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NA
NA
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Noises/Leaks
NA
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In-car Electronics
NA
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NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Powertrain
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Engine Major
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Engine Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Engine Cooling
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Engine Electrical
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Transmission Major
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Transmission Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Drive System
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Exhaust
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Brakes
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Climate System
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Build Quality
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Body Hardware
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Paint/Trim
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Noises/Leaks
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001
2002
2003*
NA
2004
NA
2005
NA
2006
NA
2007
NA
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015*
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
NA
2023
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NA
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
May 19, 2009
ENGINE MAY STALL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
09V169000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
362891
SEAT BELTS
Feb 13, 2006
IF THE WEBBING IS COMPLETELY SEPARATED, IT CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT IN A CRASH.
Summary:
ON SOME SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IN CERTAIN HIGH SPEED FRONTAL CRASHES, THE WEBBING OF A REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELT MAY CONTACT THE REAR SEAT BACK HINGE WHERE IT CAN BE CUT BY THE SHARP EDGE OF THE METAL PORTION OF THE HINGE.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTORS OVER THE WEBBING OF THE REAR SEAT BELTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
For more information:
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
06V048000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
203000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 10, 2006
A PUNCTURED TANK COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DUE TO THE LOCATION OF THE FORWARD EDGE OF THE FUEL TANK, IN THE EVENT THAT A VEHICLE FRONT TIRE RUNS OVER A SMALL, SHARP OBJECT IN THE ROAD, CATCHES IT AND PROPELS IT TOWARDS THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, IT MAY STRIKE AND PUNCTURE THE FUEL TANK.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL INSTALL PROTECTORS IN FRONT OF THE TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
For more information:
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
06V003000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
205000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 14, 2005
IF THIS HAPPENS, THE CHARGER WARNING AND BRAKE WARNING LAMPS WILL IMMEDIATELY COME ON AND THE BATTERY WILL BEGIN TO DISCHARGE. AFTER A SHORT TIME, THE ENGINE WILL GO INTO A "FALL SAFE" CONDITION WHICH WILL LIMIT VEHICLE SPEED. THE ENGINE WILL STOP RUNNING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A WIRE BREAKING INSIDE THE ALTERNATOR COULD STOP THE BATTERY FROM CHARGING.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR WITH A NEW VERSION WHICH HAS BEEN MODIFIED TO PREVENT MOVEMENT OF THE COIL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 1, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
For more information:
CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
05V319000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
125466
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Nov 17, 2003
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.
Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR OR CAM POSITION SENSOR MAY HAVE AN IMPROPER SOLDER JOINT DUE TO SOLDER DEFORMATION CAUSED BY HEAT STRESS ACCELERATED BY THE EXISTENCE OF FLUX RESIDUE DURING THE SOLDERING PROCESS.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANK POSITION SENSORS. CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR(S), AND IN SOME CASES, THE VARIABLE TIMING CONTROL SENSOR(S). VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A PREVIOUS RECALL CAMPAIGN, 01V357, ARE ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS NEW CAMPAIGN. THE REPLACEMENT SENSORS USED IN THAT CAMPAIGN ARE ALSO AFFECTED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
For more information:
NISSAN RECALL NO. R3022/INFINITI RECALL NO. R3021.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
03V455000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
630000
POWER TRAIN
Mar 31, 2003
IF THE GEAR DISPLAYED IS DIFFERENT FROM THE GEAR ENGAGED, THIS COULD RESULT IN UNEXPECTED VEHICLE MOVEMENT AND A CRASH.
Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE NUT THAT ATTACHES THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR SHAFT TO THE CONTROL VALVE LEVER IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY TIGHTENED. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE TRANSMISSION NOT ACTUALLY BEING IN THE GEAR INDICATED BY THE GEAR SELECTOR LEVER. IN ADDITION, THE TRANSMISSION POSITION DISPLAY IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL MAY NOT BE ON OR MAY BE INCORRECT.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL CHECK THE AFFECTED NUT IN THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER LINKAGE, AND TIGHTEN IT IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 15, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
For more information:
NISSAN RECALL NO. R3009. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
03V123000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
128
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