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Nissan Murano Reliability

george78george78 Member Posts: 13
edited September 2014 in Nissan
I purchased a 2007 Murano in February. I generally hold onto cars for a long time (7 to 10 years). Most of the posts I have read on this site are very helpful but they don't seem too glowing about the durability of the Murano over the long haul. In addition to numerous problems (one often noted was the lack of response when engaging the accelerator)it sounds like it is a very expensive car to maintain and one that is not likely to reach high mileage without lots of money being pumped back into it. Is this the case with this car? I liked the Murano so much that I didn't even bother trying others vehicles in its class and am wondering if that may come back to haunt me. Any feedback would be appreciated.
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  • mike1111mike1111 Member Posts: 93
    I don't think there are any more complaints about the Murano than there are other cars.I bought a 07 SL AWD after searching through a bunch of sites and reading up on it.I have noticed that the people who complain on here also complain on other sites which is fine but I think it makes the numbers seem higher.I have read word for word complaints on here and the same on many differnt sites.Nissan has tweaked the Murano over the years and usally by year four for any car they have worked out most of the bugs.That being said any one car can mess up at any time.Just maintain the car well and it should hold up very well
  • tommyguy10tommyguy10 Member Posts: 9
    George,
    I am one of the persons who complained about the accelerator problem (actually a pressure sensor) on my 2003 Murano. However, I have since traded it in on a new 2007. I believe in this car and I believe they have solved the pressure sensor issue after 4 years. After 100,000 miles on my 2003, it still drived like a dream. So, my take is that I would definitely consider a late model Murano for its longevity, but I would stay away from a used 2003 or even 2004.

    To better help you decide, here is a link to freshalloy website. It has a lot of discussions. But, as the other poster mentioned, all cars have issues if you read their boards. I know of several people who would never buy a Toyota again and it is supposedly top rated.

    Here is the link: http://forums2.freshalloy.com/forumdisplay.php?f=40

    Tom
  • lanregunlanregun Member Posts: 4
    Guys,

    Very glad I stumbled across this site just by accident through my "pre-purchase" research. Prior to this moment, I had sealed my mind on a Nissan Murano, it was just a matter of getting the right dealer and pricing before I headed out to pick one up.

    But having read the reviews on this site, I now have cold feet especially from the myriad of complaints against that model. Even though I adore the Murano, the negatives from this site have compelled me to begin research on other brands..

    Ola.
  • mike1111mike1111 Member Posts: 93
    Make sure you read the complaints about the next car you find.You will notice that all have people who complain or have problems.
  • sadsack862sadsack862 Member Posts: 20
    Hi Ola, If you can hold off buying a new vehicle, wait til the 2008 Highlander hits the dealerships in two weeks. I had a 2004 Murano I liked so much I bought a 2006 and have had nothing but trouble. All of this work was under warranty so I am ok, but. Replaced transmission. Information system went out of wack twice and had to have the lumbar adjustment fixed twice. Not exactly reliable for a vehicle with 12000 miles on it. Re the 2008 Highlander: I quote Consumer Reports, which I also subscribe to. Based on Toyota's previous reliability record the 2008 Highlander should out perform it's competitors, and is listed in our top 10 SUV segment.
  • george78george78 Member Posts: 13
    Interesting feedback on the Murano from a reliability point of view. I do agree that most people usually don't comment about things when all is well. It's usually when things are not ok so there are probably many Murano owners who are 100% pleased, or at least close to it. I do agree that there are complaints about all cars but my previous vehicle was a Toyota Rav4 (10 years worth) and it was trouble free.

    Having the transmission replaced at 12k miles is not very reassuring.

    Thanks to all those who have taken the time to chime in and I hope many more will as well.

    George
  • mike1111mike1111 Member Posts: 93
    I was gonna get the new RAV4 V6 and was all set to buy but it was a tad small.I read the RAV4 forums and lots of people were complains about the new RAV4.
  • mmrenommreno Member Posts: 9
    I have to agree with both sides of the debate. Yes, if a problem has occurred, you get angry, want to voice the opinion, and scream at the manufacturer. But... how often do you go to your mechanic and tell them how well the vehicle is running?

    With our 2006 Murano S, we are at 27,672 miles, tires once, lube, oil and filters 8 times, and this vehicle has yet to miss a beat. Yes I did tell the dealer I was happy, and yes I have recommended this vehicle to others. My BMW M3 is red with envy.
  • michaelscaimichaelscai Member Posts: 75
    Bought a 03 murano last year, not very impressed with quality, had to replace one engine mount recently. Had a toyota solara that is trouble free still at 130k. Also with the CVT transmission, seems they frequently need to replace the whole thing to fix any issues, a hefty 5-6 grand.

    there are so many muranos on the road, it's not as cool any more, ha. pretty sure my next car/suv will be something else...
  • mike1111mike1111 Member Posts: 93
    CR still recommends the Murano.Every car in its first year will have some problems.Look at the new RAV4 with it's lag issue and a few other things people are freaking about.In the 4th year of production they usually have the bugs worked out.I would not have in 06 bought a 03 used Murano (first year)cause of the first year problems.I dont know where you get they frequently need to replace the CVT?Just cause a few people have does not mean everyone has to.If it was that big of a problem would it be recommended by CR?
  • emc17emc17 Member Posts: 26
    I have owned Hondas and Toyotas. My Accords always had rattles and squeaks. I had a 2001 Rav4 and everything rattle, even the radio. I was going to lease a 2007 Rav and the transmission shifted horribly. My last car was a 2003 Highlander and was excellent. Now I have a 2007 Murano with almost 1000 miles and is flawless,at least noting rattles inside, except for the break noise, that I cant believe Nissan has done nothing since 2003 to correct it. Otherwise, happy with my Murano. :)
  • mike1111mike1111 Member Posts: 93
    Thats the only real complaint I have.I rentd a 06 and after a 350 miles trip the brakes howled in the morning.It was real bad.When I bought the 07 SL AWD I knew the brake squeal was an issue.It has not been anywhere near the 06 I rented BUT I still hear the squeal and you should not.
  • michaelscaimichaelscai Member Posts: 75
    I'm just saying my murano at 76k miles is not as trouble free as my last car a 2000 solara at 130k.

    I bought it at 59k miles, and has since put on 18k in 10 months. of course your 07 model should be trouble free at 1000 miles - it is how well it runs after 50k or 100k that matters.

    the CVT transmission is sealed and Nissan frequently suggest replacing the whole transmission for even minor issues like sensor malfunction (check the maintenance group) - I'm not saying it frequently fails.

    Does anyone know if the murano engine has a timing belt or timing chain? I can't seem to find that information.
  • mike1111mike1111 Member Posts: 93
    It's a chain.
  • deedumdeedum Member Posts: 3
    I disagree, I test drove a Toyota Highlander and it doesn't hold a candle to the Murano! The Murano is so much more solid! I considered the Rava for a minute, but the crank seat is not my idea of a vehicle. All vehicles have their issues! It depends on what each person wants out of it! I have found exactly what I have been looking for. 2007 Murano SL :)
  • george78george78 Member Posts: 13
    I don't think anyone questions that it's a great car, fun to drive and a solid performer. The big question is, how does it hold up over time. From what I'm reading, I don't think it's one of those vehicles that just keeps going and going without pouring money into it. I would love for someone to write that they have hit 150k miles with minimal problems but I have yet to see anything like that.

    George
  • deedumdeedum Member Posts: 3
    Oh dear, I hope your wrong and this vehicle proves to be reliable, a good friend of ours is a mechanic for Nissan. I got his okay before purchasing. Time will tell! :shades:
  • mike1111mike1111 Member Posts: 93
    Yup Time will tell.I researched the crap out of everything and aside from a few people who complain about the CVT and those are vaild I did'nt find the Murano to be a bad choice.Wards best motor list year in and year out and CR recommends it.The price to own over 5 years in better than most.Just treat it good and it should treat you good.I only 7,000 miles on mine and it's a dream so far.If it screws up later I will be pissed.I did not buy the extended warrenty
  • deedumdeedum Member Posts: 3
    I did not buy the extended warranty either, should be plenty of time to do that plus we may not need it. I have nearly 1000 miles on mine, bought two weeks ago, I too will be pissed if I have trouble, I traded off a o5 Mercury still under warranty because it had too many issues and problems, don't need or want anymore headaches. I researched this vehicle,my other choice was the Subaru Tribecca! I hope I am not sorry. :D
  • mishaamishaa Member Posts: 6
    I have 2005 S model for almost three years and about 20000 miles. It did not require a single cent on top of regular maintenance costs, and still runs like new :)
  • jbhog330jbhog330 Member Posts: 14
    Mike, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but look at the posts on the CVT transmission. The transmission itself is not the problem, it is the pressure sensor that has been failing in the earlier models. I really enjoyed mine until a few weeks ago when I found out I was looking at a $4200-5000. repair bill. Check it out....Nissan will Lie to you and well as the dealers. No one is admitting there actually is a problem. I've even reported it to the NTSB as a safety defect. Nissan probably won't do anything until someone is killed because of it. I came close several times pulling into traffic and the vehicle just hesitated for 10-15 seconds. Beware! ;)
  • problemjettaproblemjetta Member Posts: 5
    Hi Everyone,
    I need some advice/help/insight, whatever anyone can offer.

    I leased a 2007 Murano SL at the end of August 07. My first problem came as a result of a fuel sensor. It was no longer reading properly. After the dealership finally figured out how to put the sensor in (not upside down) so it would read correctly, I went on my way. That was the 19th of December. On the 21st, as I entering into a very busy intersection, the vehicle started to "buck" and hesitate like I was driving a standard and going to stall it. Then it lost power. I was able to get the vehicle home (after it did the same thing again on a side street) and the dealership towed the vehicle from my house. They called me on Christmas Eve Day to tell me that my transmission was shot and they had ordered me a new one. Mind you, this vehicle had 6200 miles on it. They had the vehicle from the 22nd until January 8th. I picked the vehicle up (may I add they did an awesome detailing job to it) and drove away. I noticed a slight hesitation as I entered onto the on ramp, but thought it was all in my head. Today, I started out for an appointment a hour away from my house. About 30 mintues into my trip I found that I could not go faster than 70mph and the tac was going up and down. I tried to give it some gas and it began to buck and stall-just like before. I lost power, to the point that I could not go faster than 25mph. The interior lights started to dim, the radio went out and then they all surged on and stayed on. The vehicle was towed back to the dealership (an hour away again) and they have no idea what is wrong! They've already yanked the tranny out and replaced it and that appears that was never the problem! The general manager says that they want to get me out of this lease and into another Murano, but did say that Nissan is very hard to deal with in these situations! PLEASE, has anyone had an issues like this?? I am in a lease for 39 months and a high mileage lease at that. I purchased 22k a year. I am paying a lot of money a month for this vehicle and it's spent almost a month being ripped apart or on the back of a tow truck. UGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HELP! :sick: :sick:
    Oh yeah, my last vehicle was a jetta and that thing had just as many problems as this one, but not nearly as severe. As you can tell by my posting name!
  • browntownbrowntown Member Posts: 2
    I previously owned a Nissan Altima. Drove it to 150,000 miles before I traded it in. Never spent more than the regular checkup. Never replaced anything major. I couldn't kill that car! It was great! I got an 05 Murano SL. I am 1,000 miles out of warrenty (76,200). I did not buy the extension because I have never had a problem with any Nissan, and the car runs perfect! In December I notice a slight hesitation when I accellerate. Not all the time. Just every now and then. I thought it was due to the weather and cold fluids. It has progressivly gotten worse. I am devistated to now know I will be spending 6,000 dollars for a problem that should have been fixed already on the previous models.
    I am upset. I am dissapointed. I filed a complaint. What can I do?
    I am trading in the car, taking a huge hit on the trade in, and I am no longer (and never will be again) a Nissan Customer.
  • george78george78 Member Posts: 13
    I purchased a Murano SL in February of 2007. Everything has been fine to this point but, after reading so many negative posts, I feel like something could happen at any time. It is not a stretch to say that the Murano seems to be a flawed automobile. I can't believe NIssan has been able to sidestep the transmission issue (pressure sensor) and act like there is no problem. Like someone said earlier, maybe it will take a fatality to wake someone up. Hey Nissan, if you screwed up, admit it. I was always under the impression that the car had a good reputation. Based on that and its looks I made the purchase. Maybe I won't encounter the same problems, maybe I will. But that doesn't make up for all the other owners and leasers who have had headaches and big bills.
  • sliceopizzasliceopizza Member Posts: 26
    70,000 miles and nothing. No problems with my '03 Murano.Finally replaced the tires recently,still driving with original brakes. I haven't even replaced a lightbulb. Go figure.... Oh wait, I just replaced my windshield wipers also....It's a good car.
  • homeounerhomeouner Member Posts: 145
    Steve: Afew months back posters wrote about replacement tires for M O s. I will need to buy a new set soon. Can you tell me the posting numbers on this subject. Mr Baldwin had done a lot of research on this. Thanks.
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    Is this the one you're asking about? baldwin3, "Nissan Murano Maintenance and Repair" #1789, 12 Mar 2007 5:26 pm

    tidester, host
    SUVs and Smart Shopper
  • jbhog330jbhog330 Member Posts: 14
    Dear Sliceopizza,
    Start saving your money now! My tranny did not go until 89K miles. Beware that there is a serious problem with the tranny and get ready for that BIG bill. It's a coming!!! :cry: When you start getting that "hesitation" it is ready to go. Nissan dealers are well aware of this problem although they act like this is the first time they have heard about it with each complaint. See what they will give you for a trade in and look at Edmunds wholesale and retail price then compare, they know about the problem....... :lemon:
  • leprechaunleprechaun Member Posts: 2
    As others have posted, those who have a complaint are a lot more likely to be heard from than those who are happy. As a quality manager I know this to be true. With that said:

    Just got home after spending my Friday night picking up my wife on the side of the road and having her Murano towed to the dealership. '04 SL AWD with 67k miles. The AWD is apparently toast. $3900 to fix that. They won't know until they fix that if the transmission is also bad, which she was told would cost roughtly another $3000 (based on everything else I've read this sounds like a lowball initial estimate). Potentially $7000+ in repairs on a vehicle with 67k miles? She's also had smaller irritations like the sun visor wearing out and having to be replaced (although kudos to the dealership for doing the labor for free even though it was out of warranty) and now the lift gate latch is going bad (she very seldom uses that). And she still loves driving the thing so much she wonders what they'll give her if she trades its carcass in on a new one......

    In the short term that is life changing money for us. You won't see me on the Nissan lot again. :lemon:
  • leprechaunleprechaun Member Posts: 2
    To be fair to Nissan I should give an update on our experience that I posted on 3/7/08. The AWD system did have to be replaced. However, Nissan agreed to cover the full cost of this. We were roughly 8k miles out of the warranty period, so I commend them for that decision. There was nothing wrong with the CVT. We're keeping our fingers crossed that it will last until the fall when we'll seriously consider getting something else.
  • new6new6 Member Posts: 3
    I had a 2004 and just replaced with 4 new tires, all the jobs are done by tire dealer, not from Nissan dealer. After the ride on Highway about 1hour at 120km/hr, the low tire pressure indicator turn on. I had to park and check all the tires, and they are in the good condition. That indicator turned off after i turn off and turn the engine back on. Any one have any ideal why this happen? Do i need to bring the truck to Dealer to check it out? Thanks for your help
  • RRACRRAC Member Posts: 1
    Hello,
    I rwad your posting and it seems I have the same issue after doing wheel alignmnet on my MURANO. Just want to ask if you got any responce on the matter.
    thank you
    rr
  • jayriderjayrider Member Posts: 3,602
    The owners book says that it takes a few miles for the monitors to recalibrate. Relax, all is well.
  • amatistaamatista Member Posts: 15
    I've begun the lemon law process for my '07 Murano. Here's a link to the first time the problem popped up, http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f133968/77!keywords=#77 ,with 1,400 miles on it it sputtered off the freeway. Crank sensor replaced. Six months later with 6,000 miles same thing, it started chugging on the freeway and stalled out, crank sensor again. The part was replaced and the car returned. Monday with 12,500 miles it did the same thing while I was on the freeway overpass, and I coasted to the shoulder. Crankshaft position sensor replaced. The service advisor swears they fixed it this time, but I'm not having it. I should have a call back from the regional specialist tomorrow, we'll see what they say, but nothing they say is going to make me keep this car... :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon:
  • suckerpunchedsuckerpunched Member Posts: 2
    75,000 miles and now the tranny is going bad. The code says it needs a new valve body but the service folks say that it really needs a new tranny from Nissan at the small cost of $5000.00 I suspect if the valve body were replaced and everything worked out fine, we would never know and still hear the line, "you need a new tranny". Any input or help would be appreciated very much. I knew better than to buy a first year model and heck am I gonna pay for it.
  • suckerpunchedsuckerpunched Member Posts: 2
    It may be just a few people as you say who are having tranny issues but I'm facing a $5000.00 repair because my tranny is deciding to go out at 75,000 miles. This is inexcusable and Nissan is taking the "old Detroit addage" of, #@#$%^%$#$ YOU!
    You bought it and it's not our problem. I won't shut down Nissan but I can guarantee you I'll trash the NIssan to anyone that listens.
  • johnnyc2johnnyc2 Member Posts: 3
    Murano 04 .78K review: Nothing but.....

    I have an 04 murano with 78k miles. I thought it might be nice to let you know my experience. I dont come to this site regulary or follow any threads; I should have done that. Any way here is my 5 year and 78k murano owing experience.
    I had nothing but problems with this from the beginning. Around 20K check engine light came on and the throttle body had to be replaced. The mechanic who replaced it screwed it up so badly i had to leave the car with the dealer for two days. After may be another 5k miles, around 25-30k miles the engine mount had to be replaced and under warranty that was replaced; convincing the the mechanic there was problem with the engine mount wasnt an easy task. From the beginning it used make the zzz zzz noise when back up or slowing come to a stop. I was always told by the mechanics, nissan certified ones that is, it was cvt making that noise and considerd to normal. After about a year i was able to get them to check it out and they finally figured that out; bad engine mount was making the noise and it was replaced under warranty.

    Most of miles are highway miles, I used to commute around 100 miles back and forth from work and that is why i have 78k miles. Most of these miles were from the first two years. I dont drive the car a lot now days because i work about 2 miles from home. I dod a 62 k (dont remeber exaclty when) service and there was no problems wih the car , that was may be a 1-1/2 years ago. Few days I was driving on the higway i started hearing a noise coming from the front passenger side, like that of race car or like the sports car kind of noise. I took it some local mechanics and they all gave different reason for the noise. Finally, I took the car to the dealer and the service advisor there, great guy, said it was the hub bearing that is making the noise and it had to be replaced and I told him I will be back the following day. I went back in there the following day and the service advisor said, lets take look at the car and he will call me once a machanic takes a look at the car. I got a call from him after 1-2 horus, I was really shocked by what he told me. Following things has to be replaced/fixed.

    Hub Assembly right side
    Drive Belts(this is normal wear and tear)
    Axle seal is leaking cvt fluid and cvt fluid is low
    Front Control Arms
    Front Engine Mount(was replaced around 25k)
    Inner Tire Rods.

    I dont know whole lot about cars, but is it normal to have these kinds of problems after 5 years. I dont know any one who has replaced bearings, engine mount or contorls arms on there cars. Is that normal? My sisters altima had a whole lot porblems but nothing like this. From reading the different posts, it seems like bearing related issue is common? Replacing engine mount twice in 4 years?. I dont think I will ever by a nissan again in my life time. The only reason I went for it because my friends and family’s maximma never had any problems and it was depenedable and reliable. I think i will equivate murano to the late 90’s and early 2000’s ford and other manufactures in terms of reliablity and quality.After all these problems i dont think i will ever buy nissan ever again. I didnt hit anything, like curbe or anything like that and I dont abuse my car.

    From these forums i see people are really enjoying their car, i was like this too and wait untill 4-5yrs and 60-80K miles and then you will regret buying this. From reading all the comments in the forums and my experience murano is not a reliable car by any stretch of the imagination. The sad part about it is, nissan claiming these are normal tear and wear. Comon two engine mounts in 5yrs is normal?
    Let me know if any one of you had any problems like this. I would really appreciate your feed back.
  • jayriderjayrider Member Posts: 3,602
    If you check the acura mdx/lexus rx350/audi Q7 posts you find plenty of disaster stories posted. Along with those posts there are folks who say they have zero problems. It appears that for whatever reason within any model there are problem vehicles. No way to tell what percentage they represent. Of course if you have a bad one then it might as well be 100%. I'm leasing -- costs more but no repair costs so if I bought a lemon -- would only have to keep it 3 years and say good-bye.
  • totalskeptictotalskeptic Member Posts: 4
    Just sold my 03 with 135,000 miles on it and after spending ooodles of money. I had to replace every control arm possible. Even though I had the factory extended gold plus whatever warranty and even though it happened before 100,000 (end of warranty). After 2.5 years the car needed an amazing amount of work. The dealer said that the control arms were "bent" so that they had to have been in an accident or towed wrong. If the car was towed, it was before their bazillion point certified check BS! I never had the car towed. yet, if the control arms were already bent, I had not detected it because I had counted on the dealer's word about the warranty and had not had an independent chk. I also had replaced wheel bearings and ball bearings and spent another 3k on various things. In the end, the money was not worth it. I loved the car but it should never have cost in repairs what it did--and the maintenance was over the top--prevention did not prevent anything. Ugh.
  • pro7pro7 Member Posts: 5
    My wife's murano has more problems than that freaky deaky family that lives on the other side of the tracks. Hubs replaced. Front control arms replaced. Car stalled - just plain died at 76k. People like muranos like they like a young Latino chick (or Irish, etc ...) it looks good for a few years than it kinda goes downhill pretty quick. This car is brain dead when it comes to reliability in my circumstance. I have the thickest stack of repair invoices.
  • mikesmuranomikesmurano Member Posts: 118
    These cars are garbage.

    A class action law suite needs to be initiated!

    I cannot believe that folks continue to buy a car model that is riddled with such problems.

    Nissan is the most pathetic auto manufacturer ever.

    What ever you do: DON'T BUY! DONT' BUY! DON'T BUY!

    :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon: :lemon:
  • explorerloverexplorerlover Member Posts: 1
    edited May 2011
    I have an 05 Murano with 78K miles on it always maintained..it needs over $4K of work per Nissan and verified by a Mechanic.

    So far we have replaced brakes on this car 4x...including rotors

    Tires replaced in 08 need to be replaced again

    Tie rods replaced last year along with something else because the car failed inspection

    Right and Left Control Arm (suspension needs to be replaced)

    Engine mount Right side needs to be replaced

    Oil pan rusted replaced

    Coolant leak

    Driver side axle seal

    Rear Muffler assembly

    Drivers seat bracket needs to be replaced.

    Oh and the reason we found out about all this work needed...my husband was driving to work and the car wouldn't go above 20MPH. When I did a google search I heard about all the CVT problems on the Murano so automatically assumed it was that and then came back with a whole other list of things but according to Nissan the CVT is fine...horsepoo...

    This is the cheapest made expensive car out there.

    This car is garbage. Can't wait to get rid of it. Will NEVER buy another Nissan again.
  • robwirobwi Member Posts: 2
    The CVT transmission is fabulous when its working. Mine appears to have failed now with the following symptoms. Do a Google search for Nissan Murano Hesitation for the sad story. Hesitation... I have a 2003 Murano. Mileage 98,000. After driving on the highway for at least an hour, the car hesitates after a stop. I hit stop and go traffic when traveling through a city. Every time I started, the car hesitated for 4 to 5 seconds while the engine revved. Then it jumped forward. Then, driving at highway speeds again, I could feel slippage in speed. my check engine light was on.
    Brought it to the Nissan dealer from whom it was purchased. They WERE able to reproduce problem. Error code: Bank One and Bank two intake control solenoids. They checked this condition, and found them to be working properly. They are denying that it is the CVT, and instead saying that it looks like the engine. After reading this forum and Edmunds, I now believe that it is the CVT. Thanks everybody, I will post again with more info.
  • muranomiserymuranomisery Member Posts: 1
    I purchased a used AS-IS 2005 Nissan Murano with 67,476 exact miles on the odometer from Landers McLarty Nissan in Huntsville Alabama August 17, 2011 with a verbal promise and guarantee that they do not re-sale any used vehicles that are not up to standard, dependable and trustworthy. Supposedly, all vehicles go through a thorough inspection process. My sales person, Eukrina’s exact words were “we do not put our name on anything that we won’t stand behind.”Two weeks after purchase I notice vibration and knocking noise from under the hood. Mechanical inspection from Madison Automotive on September 7, 2011 revealed that I had two motor mounts broken. (Front Engine Mount-part #11270CN101 and lower rear engine mount-part #11320CA110) Total repair estimate $847.12
    I called the dealership to see if they were going to help with some of the repair cost and I was told that it must have been something that I did and that I should know that they had to replace the transmission in my trade in vehicle. Landers McLarty Nissan drove my 2000 Nissan Maxima before making me an offer and knew what the vehicle was worth and that should not have any bearing on the fact that this dealership sold me a lemon. Unable to afford replacement of both motor mounts at the same time, I had the front engine mount replaced on September 12, 2011 at a cost of $400.00, mileage aprox. 69,000. Firestone Complete Auto Care in Huntsville Alabama replaced the rear lower engine mount on October 15, 2011 at a cost of $402.15 exact mileage 70,486. At 72,469 exact miles the service engine light came on and after an engine diagnostic test with Firestone Complete Auto Care in Huntsville Alabama December 14, 2011 at a cost of $106.47 the result is a bad catalytic converter. I was advised that this could be a manufacture covered replacement issue. Landers McLarty Nissan of Huntsville performed their diagnostic test December 20, 2011 with the same results and I was told that yes it is a bad catalytic converter but that the vehicle passed the emission control test and that I must have used some bad gasoline. I informed the service person that I have only used Chevron regular grade gasoline since the purchase of the vehicle on August 17th 2011. I was told that there is nothing that they can do and suggested that I run premium gasoline in the vehicle to see if this clears the problem. I have relayed this information to a reputable mechanic and repair shop and I am told that is only a ploy to get me over the mileage whereas the manufactures warranty would not have to cover the repair/replacement of the $500.00 part. Now, an additional $1,005.73 later I’ve had both struts replaced with the need of replacing the shocks on the rear, bushings (both lower-front) upper radiator hose, front exhaust gusset, drive belts and two tires.
  • bosco9700bosco9700 Member Posts: 1
    I have seen this a lot in this forum but I really would like to get the word out on how bad Nissan is as a company. Here is a little of our problem.

    We have been loyal Nissan customers for many years. We currently still have 3 Nissan's but after today we will not have any. As soon as we can unload them we will. They do not care about their customers & refuse to help fix a known problem in one of our vehicles. It will cost about $3000 to fix an 09 model. We have tried to go through Nissan consumer affairs but Michael there is VERY unhelpful. Be aware. In this economy you have to choose carefully & choose a reputable company. Nissan is not one of these. I love my Nissan's but will never have another one due to the VERY POOR customer service.

    We also have the blown head gasket on the 09 Murano.
  • portagasportagas Member Posts: 1
    Hi bosco9700
    Have to agree with you on Nissan Co vehicle support and info.
    I live in Australia and things aren't' too much different here when seeking company advice or assistance.
    Here they just refer you to a dealer, and from there you are in the lap of the gods.
    Have to say though,my Murano 2005 Ti has now clocked up 218,000 kilometres (about 136,000 miles) and I haven't had one problem with it apart from the high cost of Nissan services and the normal tyres & brake replacements over time.
  • kstankstan Member Posts: 1
    So Im looking at a couple Muranos. I know...What the heck am I thinking?

    My question to you is this, which would be a better option?

    A) A 2005 SE Loaded with 114,000 miles and a 1 month dealer warranty. (Tranny also covered until 120k with Nissan)

    B) A 2003 SL Loaded (all options but proximity key) that has 155,000 miles BUT just had the CVT replaced 9 months ago (has 3 months left on 1 year CVT warranty)

    My concerns would be 114k vs 155k. With a new tranny should the 155k SL last quite a while?

    Thanks so much for your advice.
  • jamesh_azjamesh_az Member Posts: 1
    I have a 2006 Nissan Murano SL which I've enjoyed very much. Just recently decided to trade it in on a new car and have been looking at the fully loaded Nissan Rogue.

    Unfortunately it seems my timing was late, last week at just under 58,000 miles my Murano started driving poorly and soon there was white smoke pouring out from under the vehicle. It seems my transmission has broken and my mechanic (who doesn't do transmissions unfortunately) says its likely to be very expensive (over $2,000).

    Just my luck, its still under the mileage cap on the power train but its beyond the 5 years. A friend in the industry suggests that Nissan may cover the repair as good will since its under the 60,000 mile warranty and I'll be calling them about that.

    I've never had a car with such relatively low mileage have such a serious mechanical failure. I'm rather concerned about Nissan reliability and now questioning my decision to purchase a Rogue. Much will depend on what, if anything, Nissan is willing to do of course. No matter how nice a car is, if its not reliable long-term and not supported by the manufacturer its of little value.

    I'd like to know what experiences others have had and information on Rogue reliability.
  • glastonburyglastonbury Member Posts: 22
    **** Alert - If you are a Nissan Customer Service Individual (and I'm guessing there are only a handful out there) --- you know the Nissan is a lemon, why don't you just admit it??? Be honest. I give you some credit for extending some of the CVT warranties - you know about those problems****

    I honestly don't have time to detail all the ridiculous repairs on my wife's Murano (from fuel dampeners, to control arms, to gaskets, seals, power steering hoses, wheel bearings, etc., etc., etc.). With the Murano it's - imho - not a matter of if you will be spending lots of dough for repairs, it's when. I don't have any good theories. I've heard Nissan uses cheap parts from China. Maybe it's just bad engineering. Whatever it is, I'm doing the car buying public a favor in suggesting they eschew anything Murano. This is a "pretty" SUV; however, this has been the most dissapointing vehicle I have ever owned, by a power of 2 or 3. My Murano is proof positive that the Japanese truly build junk too!!!
  • glastonburyglastonbury Member Posts: 22
    wrong
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