Nissan Murano Engine and Engine Cooling Problems
Owners have filed 200 complaints with NHTSA about engine and engine cooling problems on the Nissan Murano across 12 model years. The 2003 model year has the most (98). The words owners use most often: “position sensor” (10% of reports).
- 200engine and engine cooling complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $1,100typical repair cost reported by owners
- 38%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Position sensor: mentioned in 20 of 200 complaints (10%)
- Service engine: mentioned in 18 of 200 complaints (9%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine and engine cooling repair on the Nissan Murano at $1,100, and half of them between $620 and $2,150.
Based on 17 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2005–2014), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems happen?
Based on 172 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 200 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 1 an injury.
Nissan Murano engine and engine cooling complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine and Engine Cooling complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Murano | 4 | 4% | 111,000 |
| 2015 Murano | 2 | 1% | 50,300 |
| 2014 Murano | 1 | 1% | 170,000 |
| 2013 Murano | 2 | 3% | 49,882 |
| 2012 Murano | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2010 Murano | 2 | 1% | 85,501 |
| 2009 Murano | 7 | 1% | 64,000 |
| 2007 Murano | 10 | 1% | 84,493 |
| 2006 Murano | 11 | 1% | 48,900 |
| 2005 Murano | 24 | 2% | 38,000 |
| 2004 Murano | 38 | 6% | 53,000 |
| 2003 Murano | 98 | 12% | 71,011 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Engine and engine cooling
Model years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Engine and engine cooling
Model years: 2003
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and started to coast. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer, and the dealer determined there was corrosion on the battery terminals. The battery cables were…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated. In addition, the contact stated that several days later, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed…
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH on the highway, the vehicle started to shake and vibrate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the body of the vehicle thumped ten times in a row and constantly seized. The check engine warning…
The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, she noticed an abnormal burning odor. The contact stated that the odor persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that coolant was leaking externally from the head gasket bank #1…
The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power, with the engine coolant, fuel level, and check engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that an unknown part…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Nissan Muranos have engine and engine cooling problems?
No. NHTSA has 200 owner complaints about engine and engine cooling for the Nissan Murano. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Nissan Murano engine and engine cooling?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list engine and engine cooling. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix engine and engine cooling problems on the Nissan Murano?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,100 (half paid between $620 and $2,150), from 17 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine and engine cooling problems on the Nissan Murano?
The most frequent phrase is “position sensor”, in 20 of 200 complaints, followed by “service engine” (18).
Other Nissan Murano problems
- Seats problems (1,324)
- Power Train problems (890)
- Electrical System problems (711)
- Visibility problems (545)
- Service Brakes problems (485)
- Air Bags problems (331)
- Engine problems (325)
- Structure problems (288)
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