2009 Nissan Murano - Consumer Discussions

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Re: Faulty transmissions & leaky seals [swagner2]

  Written by: matersboys on Sep 2, 2013 11:23:42 AM

  I have a 2006 Murano and am having trouble with the transmission as well. Just discovered Nissan extended the drivetrain warranty on 2002 - 2009 Muranos to 120K miles or 10 years, whichever comes first. This is due to all the complaints from Nissan owners. Check out http://www.nissanassist.com/ProgramDetails.hp You don't have to be the original owner to take advantage of this! I would hope this covers all expenses due to transmission ... Read More

• Re: shame on nissan [shameonnissan]

  Written by: miggie on Aug 8, 2013 11:14:50 PM

  the problems with the cvt transmissions were solved with the 2010 model year I had a 2009 murano sl and Nissan was aware of the problem and they extended the factory warranty to 125000 miles but I never had any problems with mine, I now own a 2011 sl I drive the hell out of it and runs great feels more like sports car than an suv. I have owned Nissan's ... Read More

Nissan Murano Bad Head Gaskets

• Re: Bad Headgaskets on 6cyl 2009 [bseeley]

  Written by: mkh142 on Jun 2, 2013 10:31:03 AM

  Overall, Nissan's reliability hasn't been the same since Renault took over. The vq engine, once a bulletproof engine, has so many cost cutting components that it's reliability problems are more reminiscent of a Renault than a Nissan. Since Renault's reliability history is so bad, it's no suprise to see that Consumer Reports has ranked the Nissan Murano's Engine as worse than average. Interestingly, every Murano that Consumer Reports has reccomended eventually ... Read More

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• CODE P306

  Written by: stacie90 on May 14, 2013 4:14:41 PM

  I have a 2009 Nissan Murano & i just had some body work done on it. They had to disconnect the battery. I just got it back and it is showing the CHECK ENGINE SOON light. I went up to AutoZone and they ran a code check on it and it showed the code P306, something to do with the control pannel. He said my car is too new to have ... Read More

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• Re: 2009 Murano Problems [kahanajane]

  Written by: jim_rochester on May 8, 2013 4:40:02 PM

  Same problem with my 2009 Murano. The battery just dies. I had the battery replaced two month ago and the problem persists. It only happens once in a while. Each time I take it to the dealer there is nothing wrong, they say. The last time I had the vehicle towed to the dealer after one of these events. I'm out of warranty, Nissan failed me. Got to get rid of ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• 90,000 miles and going strong

  Written by: jayhawk70 on Mar 5, 2013 11:03:07 PM

  just passed 90,000 miles on our 2009 Murano SL AWD purchased late in 2008 after comparing several crossover/SUVs like the Lexus 350, Honda/Acura SUVs, Subaru SUVs and the new (at the time) Ford Edge. Purchased the Murano over the Lexus and others because of better technology and value, and because the wife liked it best for reasons I've never figured out. (I think it was the powered liftgate that beeps letting ... Read More

Nissan Murano Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2011 Murano SV [godeacs]

  Written by: caseylou on Dec 3, 2011 9:20:59 AM

  Are you close to the LA line. I just got a 2009 LE for 25k, not bad considering the KBB is 29something.... They had a '11 SL with 8k miles on it for 30k. Lake Charles, LA Nissan

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• 2009 Nissan Murano Transmission leak

  Written by: cott415 on Jan 7, 2013 8:56:10 PM

  Just took my birth - 45K mi. dealer maintained '09 Murano to my private mechanic for 60K service and he informed me of a transmission leak. He provided me w/ a technical bulletin and it appears they "listened to their customers" and extended the power-train on the CVT's for precisely the reason so many consumers were concerned - the cost of repairs after warranty expires (more likely refused to purchase overly ... Read More

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• Re: 2009 Murano Problems [njjeff201]

  Written by: kahanajane on Jul 11, 2012 11:26:13 AM

  I am having this same issue with my 2010 Murano. The third time in only two months that the battery will drain entirely for no apparent reason. I replaced the battery the first time, second time took it into the dealer who could not find any issue, and now for the third time it will not take a jump and it is currently charging via a plug in charger. the only ... Read More

Nissan Murano Maintenance and Repair

• head gasket leaking

  Written by: cardad5 on May 14, 2012 11:37:09 AM

  Hey thanks for some of the info I'v e been reading on the Nissan Murano. I have a 2009 SL that I bought new, really it's been pretty good and bullet-proof BUT after doing all major maint (oil changes, 30k- 60k etc). It is just 3yrs old and 60k and my independant shop in doing the 60k maintenance says "look here you may have a cracked head gasket." Has Nissan had ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Re: Murano reliability [fonefixer]

  Written by: curiousbuyer12 on May 2, 2012 6:21:38 PM

  Hi All - I am in the market to buy a 2010 Murano and have become quite skeptical after reading the reviews for the CVT issues. That being said, I want to share a letter that I found online from Nissan. For those who have shelled out thousands of dollars of repairs in the past seven years, I hope you saved your receipts. I have copied and pasted the message below. ... Read More

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• 2009 Murano LE

  Written by: oldmrt on Apr 12, 2012 7:12:33 PM

  Having had my Murano for 4 years I have had most of the problems most people are reporting. The transfer case leaked at 50,000 miles and again at 70,000. Nissan supplied the new transfer case, but not the labour. The engine mounts failed and the head gaskets leaked. The power seat settings do not hold. They have to be re-set after two or three changes from seat settings 1 to 2. ... Read More

Nissan Murano Lease Questions

• Re: Murano SV AWD 2012 lease question [policon]

  Written by: rdking on Mar 9, 2012 4:44:59 AM

  I'm surprised that your dealer has not called you by now. I had a 2009 LE with only a little over 20K miles on a 39-month lease. They called me after only 24 months into my lease and said with the incentives Nissan was offering, they could get me into a new 2011 LE with nothing down and the same payments as I was making on the 2009. I thought this ... Read More

• Murano SV AWD 2012 lease question

  Written by: policon on Mar 8, 2012 4:15:49 PM

  Would someone be able to help me to find out what are NMAC Lease Money Factor and residual value for a 2012 Nissan Murano SV AWD 39 months 12,000 miles in March 2012 for zipcode 10987? Also I am 4 months away from the end of my current lease (Murano SL 2009, 39 month, 39000 contacted miles) and I have only 26000 miles on that car. Is there anyway to get ... Read More

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• Re: 2009 Murano Problems [njjeff201]

  Written by: hornickel on Feb 15, 2012 8:18:04 AM

  The battery is a Nissan battery less then 3 months old and was check again within the last 3 weeks. The alternator also checked out ok. It is too bad someone did not design an engine code warning system that would record a code for this type of problem. It would sure help in locating the problem. But I understand that a code number in an engine code warning system will ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Murano Problems [jetmbh]

  Written by: hornickel on Jan 17, 2012 7:36:32 PM

  bought a 2009 Murano about 6 months ago. not a good purchase. the battery keeps loosing its charge. had it to the dealer 3 or 4 times. they put a nissan battery in it. did not help. next they determined it was the xm radio. still did not cure the problem and it cost $2500 for a new radio. just last nite, i get in the car and try to start ... Read More

Nissan Murano Start Stall and Idle Problems

• Murano Mystery--What?!!

  Written by: kapowee on Dec 20, 2011 1:18:14 PM

  My daughter got out of my 2009 Murano by manually unlocking the driver side door. The alarm went off. I grabbed my keys and pressed the unlock button. My car ignition engaged, the engine revved and it stopped short of cutting completely on. I hit the button again, the same thing happened. What, I thought! I don't have an ignition switch on my key at all. I can only start the ... Read More

Nissan Murano Maintenance and Repair

• Speaking of Murano's repair cost

  Written by: lcw1 on Oct 7, 2011 3:07:05 PM

  I took my wife's 2009 Murano today to Nissan for 30,000 service. They quoted me $980.00 just for the routine service and that includes 390 for cvt oil change. I am now afraid of the subsequent costs and repairs because I am retiring soon and spending that type of money is scary at retirement. Did any one here pay for that service and if so at what cost. Thanks lcw

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Re: 2004 Nissan Murano Transfer Case [sage4444]

  Written by: mikesmurano on Jun 7, 2011 6:22:25 AM

  Be careful. There are a lot of exclusions in the Murano CVT warranties. The statistics seem to be climbing now in the 2009 & 2010 Muranos. The CVT's continue to display the same problem as in earlier models. Be warry! These cars are very problematic.

Nissan Murano Lease Questions

• Re: 2011 Nissan Murano SL AWD Lease [olimazi]

  Written by: rdking on Sep 25, 2011 4:55:30 PM

  For what it's worth; I just got out of a 39-month lease on my 2009 Murano LE and got into a new 39-month lease on a 2011 Murano LE. I really couldn't be happier with the deal. I was contacted by my local Nissan dealership last week and was told that because of the Nissan incentives on new Muranos I could get into a new Murano at the same monthly payment ... Read More

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• 2009 Nissan Murano CVT and Transfer Case

  Written by: nbowling on Sep 21, 2011 10:26:53 AM

  My 2009 Murano gave up the ghost today on the CVT. Dealer is covering under the extended warranty since it only has 74K miles. Will not cover the leaking transfer case. Cut me a break since transmission is already out so they are only charging me $426 to replace the seal. Nissan should be extremely ashamed. I will never buy another Nissan product. They have known about this problem for too ... Read More

Nissan Murano Lease Questions

• Re: 2011 Nissan Murano SL AWD Lease [mdspinner]

  Written by: olimazi on Aug 18, 2011 5:37:16 AM

  OK, called Nissan and got my early termination fee for our 2009 SL AWD Murano, it's $422.65. Thoughts on my situation? I take it it will be much less closer to the end of my lease. One thing I am worried about is the mileage. I did some calculations and at our current rate we will go over about 10,000 miles, and I take it they charge $0.15 per mile over ... Read More

• 2011 Nissan Murano SL AWD Lease

  Written by: olimazi on Aug 17, 2011 5:01:37 AM

  Hey everyone, We are in a 2009 Murano SL AWD lease for another 11 months yet and recently we got a letter from Nissan regarding the Bottom Line Sales Event and Lease Loyalty promotion. Basically they we would turn our car in early, they would take care of the remaining payments, and if we lease another Nissan they'd waive $500 in ware and tear and we'd theoretically lease a new Murano ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Re: 2003 Murano with cvt problems???? [mikesmurano]

  Written by: smarty666 on May 23, 2011 4:32:20 PM

  The problem is Mike, your generalizing and trying to lump all of Nissan into this category. Myself and thousands upon thousands of others have had no issues with the CVT thus far, some people with just as many miles as you and others. In almost 23k miles on my Maxima, I have had not one issue with the CVT. It has performed smoothly, no jerking motions, no hesitations, problems accelerating, and ... Read More

• Re: 2003 Murano with cvt problems???? [smarty666]

  Written by: mikesmurano on May 22, 2011 11:41:35 AM

  Smarty666, Sorry. Your words & view on this issue are not at all acceptable. Many first year vehicles are highly successfull, and DONOT display the problems the Muranos are exihibiting. If you pay attention to the threads here, one would observe that you are now seeing the the same problems with the CVT in later models as well. I checked, AND, the 2009 - 2011 Muranos are still using the same ... Read More

• Murano reliability

  Written by: jayhawk70 on Jun 21, 2011 12:56:38 AM

  mikesmurano continues to mislead about Murano drivetrain reliability. JD Powers (you know, the folks that actually do statistically valid surveys!) say otherwise at http://www.jdpower.com/autos/Nissan/Murano/2009/SUV/ratings/ Please note that this JD Powers survey of 3 year old Muranos shows that: 1. Powertrain Quality Mechanical is "Better than most" (4 out of 5 stars) 2. Powertrain Quality Design is in the "Among the Best" range (4.5 out of 5 stars) Are their folks with ... Read More

Nissan Murano Start Stall and Idle Problems

• Re: 2009 Nissan Murano starting problems [tmakohn]

  Written by: txgenie on May 23, 2011 11:49:29 AM

  Hi, I'm so glad I found this page and realize I am not alone on this issue. My 2009 Murano has done this about 4/5 times during the past year. Nissan keeps insisting I'm leaving something on, but after that many ocurrences, I don't think so. Finally, last week, they replaced the battery and said it would be a process of elimination. It has other qorkey things too. I just recently ... Read More

Nissan Murano Bad Head Gaskets

• Re: 2009 Murano LE Gaskets Blown [kazvolinsky]

  Written by: bseeley on Apr 23, 2011 6:34:02 AM

  They knew about the problem because they changed the design of the engine after 6 months. They put the headers too close to the block and kept overheating the gasket. I'm in the market for a new car and wont even consider a Nissan. Years ago I had problems with the transission just past the warranty and they as much as told me to go to hell. They are a bad ... Read More

Nissan Murano Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2009 murano s awd with conv pakge 27000 total

  Written by: extreemskier on Apr 21, 2011 7:59:29 AM

  brand new 2009 murano s awd wth conv pkge $27000 total prce paid. Auburn mass bertera nissan dealer Frank ionelo

Nissan Murano Bad Head Gaskets

• 2009 Murano LE Gaskets Blown

  Written by: kazvolinsky on Apr 20, 2011 11:08:06 AM

  32.000 miles, 2.5 years old car-gaskets blown, coolant smell in the cabin was present almost from the beginning.NO RECALL for a known problem.I am trading it in.Question is-would I go for a Nissan again?

Nissan Murano Start Stall and Idle Problems

• 2009 Nissan Murano starting problems

  Written by: tmakohn on Mar 16, 2011 7:01:25 AM

  I am having problems with my 2009 Murano starting. Trying to find out if anyone that has the same problem has had any answers and has had the problem fixed.

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• Re: 2009 murano issues

  Written by: omniohl on Mar 4, 2011 11:52:20 PM

  We own a 2009 Nissan Murano SL bought new and the head gasket cracked leaking fluids and emitting a strong smell of coolant. We have had a few unpleasant repairs, new brakes at 30,000, new tires at 32,000 and now at only 57,000 miles cracked head gaskets. We have had all the recommend services performed. Had we waited we just would need to get use to the smell of coolant. It ... Read More

Nissan Murano Bad Head Gaskets

• Re: Bad Murano Headgaskets on 6cyl 2009

  Written by: omniohl on Mar 4, 2011 11:45:36 PM

  We own a 2009 Nissan Murano SL bought new and the head gasket cracked leaking fluids and emitting a strong smell of coolant. We have had a few unpleasant repairs, new brakes at 30,000, new tires at 32,000 and now at only 57,000 miles cracked head gaskets. We have had all the recommend services performed. Had we waited we just would need to get use to the smell of coolant. It ... Read More

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• 2009 Nissan Murano - Not Starting Key Fob?

  Written by: wyanwoo on Feb 9, 2011 8:37:45 AM

  Hi friends - I was hoping somebody could help with my 2009 SL Nissan Murano not starting. We recently purchased this car with 12k miles. The key fob successfully unlocks the car and the monitor on the dash says that the battery is appox 75% full. When I keep the key fob in my pocket and press the start button the car starts up right away even in the very cold ... Read More

• Re: 2009 murano issues [cobra14]

  Written by: famx2k on Jan 31, 2011 9:03:43 AM

  Hi, I have also 2009 Nissan Murano SL AWD and recently noticed strange smell. Car has lost its power and at times does not move at all when I shift to drive or to reverse. Most recently when I was parked inclined and needed drive reverse car did not move at all yet throttle was at high rpm. I brought the car to the dealer they told me they could not ... Read More

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• Re: 2009 Murano Problems [phxsuns]

  Written by: jetmbh on Dec 11, 2010 11:52:08 AM

  Mom2gr8girl, We are experiencing the same problem. Our 2009 Murano has left us stranded two times now without warning. We had to jump the vehicle twice to get it started again. Our Murano is at the Nissan dealership now getting looked at. We came home and looked on the internet and found these posts. By the way, did you ever get the problem diagnosed or fix? It will be interesting what ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Murano Problems [mom2gr8girl]

  Written by: jetmbh on Dec 11, 2010 11:45:51 AM

  Mom2gr8girl, We are experiencing the same problem. Our 2009 Murano has left us stranded two times now without warning. We had to jump the vehicle twice to get it started again. What is the Nissan reps name and number? We would like to start the dialogue with them. By the way, what was the outcome of your fight with Nissan on your Murano? J & MB

Buying a Used Murano

• Considering purchasing a 2007 Murano. Good choice??

  Written by: jeep53 on Nov 5, 2010 9:11:21 AM

  My lease will be up in a few months on my 2008 Nissan Sentra. It's actually been a very good car. But I miss driving an SUV. I had Jeeps for about 10 years but got tired of how rough they drove and the problems they had. I'm now interested in buying an SUV that drives like a car. The reviews I've read on the Murano have been pretty good. Of ... Read More

Nissan Murano Maintenance and Repair

• Air Intake on the 2003-2007 model years

  Written by: whitestar16 on Aug 7, 2010 8:47:01 PM

  Here is the recall on the air intake issue and some results from other posters; 2003–2007 NISSAN MURANO; VOLUNTARY SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN ENGINE AIR INTAKE DUCT Nissan is conducting a voluntary safety recall on model year 2003 – 2007 Murano vehicles. Under certain conditions, the intake duct, which is connected to the intermediate resonator in the air intake system of the engine, may separate from the resonator with engine movement. This ... Read More

• Re: our 2nd generation Murano has been great! [jayhawk70]

  Written by: mikesmurano on Aug 2, 2010 6:00:14 AM

  --jayhawk, I am starting to think that you are a "serial blogger". You must be a planted Nissan employee who like their "customer-NO-service" refuse to acknowledge the problems MANY consumers are having. No doubt many folks love the Murano. No doubt some have had no problems. However, there is NO doubt that many others are having some serious and expensive electro-mechanical problems that have undermined their faith in Nissan (mine included). ... Read More

• our 2nd generation Murano has been great!

  Written by: jayhawk70 on Jul 30, 2010 10:00:07 PM

  There are certainly a couple of folks on this and other threads with endless complaints about their particular car and complaining about the Murano because of their anger with Nissan or their dealer because of their particular car. But there are huge numbers of us that are extremely happy with our Murano. We've had our 2009 for 18 months and put about 36,000 miles on in highway, city, and mountain driving. ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Re: 2007 Murano [stealth878]

  Written by: mikesmurano on Jul 21, 2010 6:56:09 AM

  There were no significant design changes to the CVT's that made it better in 2007. Through repeated manfuacturing I expect Nissan's statistical flaw rate improved with time. I expect that the 2007 CVT are less problematic right now because there is not enough time and miles on most of them. Most problems are occuring when the car starts to exceed 75K miles. That's why the warranty (as useless as it is) ... Read More

• 2nd Gen CVT Much Improved over 1st Gen CVT!

  Written by: smarty666 on Jul 8, 2010 9:05:51 AM

  I have to agree with others, so far there are far less and fewer problems on the 2nd Gen CVT since 2009 then on the 1st Gen CVT that that all you early 1st Gen Murano owners have. I'm not saying there are not a few people still having problems with the 2nd Gen but I have read only a handful compared to the hundreds on the 1st Gen. Its b/c ... Read More

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• No more headaches

  Written by: jakefl7 on Jul 6, 2010 6:21:55 PM

  I just traded in my 2009 Murano for a 2010 Lexus RX350. I was tired of dealing with all the problems with my Murano and the terrible service. I will never buy a Nissan again.

2009 Murano Dangerously Sharp Doors

• Re: 2009 Murano Dangerously Sharp Doors [rspradlin53]

  Written by: smarty666 on Jun 4, 2010 7:31:18 AM

  Instead of continuing to get chunks of your calf taken out, I suggest a quick and cheap way to stop this is to go out to a Autozone, PepBoys, etc and by a door edge guard, cut the right size piece and put it on the part of the door that is sharp and cutting you in the leg! Its too bad Nissan, unlike their competition, both mainstream and luxury, don't ... Read More

Buying a Used Murano

• No 2003-2007 Murano

  Written by: smarty666 on May 25, 2010 8:49:47 AM

  I do not recommend anyone buying a used 2003-2007 1st Gen Murano. That was the very first model Nissan put their new CVT into and there has been a lot of problems with the 1st Gen CVT in the Murano's with failing, etc and you don't want that headache! I would only at this point recommend a 2009-current Murano since that had the updated 2nd Gen CVT put into it, which ... Read More

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• whistling noise

  Written by: tspaventa on Apr 26, 2010 7:27:49 AM

  In March 2009 when my lease was up on my 2006 SL, I leased an 09 LE. In about a month, when the weather finally cleared enough to allow me to roll down the windows, I noticed a "whistling" that seemed to occur upon low acceleration. I contacted the dealer, who like you, looked at me as if I was crazy, also telling me it was normal. I think I probably ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Murano SL AWD engine squealing noise [kjsmitty]

  Written by: jakefl7 on Apr 25, 2010 7:57:24 PM

  I have a 2009 Murano SL AWD. Since the day I got the car I heard the squealing noise. The first time I went to the dealership they thought I was crazy. I than found out about the TSB and went back to the dealership and they performed the TSB repair. However the noise did not go away. I went back a third time and they said they made another adjustment. ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• CVT through the years - Murano

  Written by: whitestar16 on Apr 24, 2010 8:35:54 AM

  Actually the problem rate on the 2007 model year - the last year of the 1st generation model murano - was very low. There were a large number of technical service bulletins and a few recalls , particularly on the 2003 and 2004 model years, that caused good changes over time -- so the 2007 year was actually a good one as far as repairs and problems. 2009 was a first ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Murno CVT [smarty666]

  Written by: whitestar16 on Apr 23, 2010 6:56:44 PM

  There are some 2009 owners that have some CVT problems reported - pretty serious actually-but most of them had earlier production run vehicles ( the 2009 muranos ha d start build date in october/nov 2007 actually. I havent seen any 2010 CVT problems yet. Would think thice about an AWD though. Transfer case issues are somewhat common. ( leaks at the junction of the transfer case and the transmission)

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• Re: New owner of SL almost fully loaded! [cestmoijay]

  Written by: jayhawk70 on Apr 18, 2010 8:57:51 PM

  cestmoijay, As I understand, only the LE trim level has the iPod control. (in 2009 Nissan briefly offered a "360" package of options on the SLs that included the iPod control, but that does not exist on the 2010 model year). You CAN attach an iPod at the AUX port at the back of the console to play through the Murano's speakers, but you cannot control the iPod from the audio ... Read More

Nissan Murano Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: My third murano [crucial]

  Written by: vegasmurano on Mar 21, 2010 3:02:00 PM

  CPO is OK if you know will keep it a long time.From what i experienced,you are paying at least an extra $1,000 for a CPO (some cars alot more).On my '09 murano it was origially a CPO car,but I negotiated my best deal AND then told then I did not need it,So they knocked off another $1,000 and I just kept the factory warrantee.I don't keep cars long so it made ... Read More

• My third murano

  Written by: vegasmurano on Mar 21, 2010 12:50:02 PM

  I will try to help out if I can,I was the owner of 88 different cars since I was 18,I am now 42.I just bought my 3rd murano on friday..... Had a used 2003 that I bought in 2004 Bought a used 2009 S AWD last year with 18k on it. Traded the 2009 for a brand new 2010 SL AWD MSRP $32,500 Just as a little background I also sold ... Read More

• MDX vs MURANO

  Written by: jr343 on Mar 10, 2010 8:39:56 AM

  I too was looking at the acura 2009 MDX. oddly enough though, the stereo system ( top model ) was so terrible I didnt pull the trigger on the vehicle. yes stereo is very important to me and for a 40 thousand dollar vehicle the equipment was horrible horrible horrible on sattelite as well as radio. Still seemed overpriced for the quality of the dashboard and little plastic dashboard stuff. Back ... Read More

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• CR Murano Reliability

  Written by: smarty666 on Mar 9, 2010 2:35:07 PM

  I found this quite interesting, today I purchase my yearly CR Mag for new car ratings and reviews for each vehicle by an automaker and came away scratching my head on the Murano! Between the 2009 and now the 2010 issue, the Murano was reduced from better than average reliability to just average reliability despite the fact that except for one category, the Murano got all perfect much better than average ... Read More

Nissan Murano Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2010 Murano SL AWD Deal [jayrider]

  Written by: mikesmurano on Mar 3, 2010 6:04:57 AM

  Thanks for your words "jayrider". The first sensible ones I've heard. I will not comment more in this thread unless someone asks for my input. Just an FYI, I live in the metro Atlanta area which is one of the largest Nissan, Honda and Toyota markets in the U.S. In our 145 resident neighborhood there were six Murano owners; now five. Two of those owners purchased 2009 models; the rest were ... Read More

Nissan Murano Power Seat Problem

• A quick search on the NHTSA site

  Written by: oopsmissus on Feb 24, 2010 6:50:52 AM

  Apologies if this has been posted before. My wife's Murano exhibited the broken (leaning) drivers seat last night, so I'm new to this discussion. NHTSA Action Number: N/A NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: PE08065 N/A Make: NISSAN Model: MURANO Manufacturer : NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. Year : 2005 Component : SEATS Date Investigation Opened : November 18, 2008 Date Investigation Closed : July 2, 2009 Summary: THIS INVESTIGATION CONCERNS STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF ... Read More

Nissan Murano Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Trade 2009 LE for 2010 LE? [scion111]

  Written by: cutco760 on Dec 30, 2009 9:45:02 AM

  Scion, I am in NJ also which dealer are you going to? I have been to 5 dealers here and 2 in NY. If you tell us the dealership I can tell you if you offer can be beaten. Are you in North NJ? Let me know. I got my offer here in NJ and I got an upgrade on my car. The guy I dealt with could hook up you ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Where's JD Power now that I've owned my Murano for a year and a half?

  Written by: kellyd7 on Feb 17, 2010 7:26:41 AM

  I get asked a lot by non-Murano owners if I like my Murano. I say yes and no. When I first purchased the vehicle, I loved it. The ride was awsome, the pick-up smooth, no noises or rattles. I've owned my 2009 Murano for one year and six days. I hear rattles, the pick-up has really backed off, when I put the car in reverse and then switch to drive it ... Read More

Nissan Murano Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Trade 2009 LE for 2010 LE? [cutco760]

  Written by: scion111 on Dec 30, 2009 9:21:01 AM

  cutco760, Thanks for the great info! I printed the Truecar and Kelly info and will use to negotiate when I go there today. Looked on Nissan site and did not see any cash back offers on 2010 Murano for the Northeast area (I'm in NJ). Only saw $1250 back on 2009's. Are you looking at different area of country? Not sure why it would matter.

• Re: 2010 LE AWD w/Nav [loach]

  Written by: desna78 on Feb 16, 2010 6:39:54 AM

  I bought my new 2009 (car had 50 miles on odo) for $34,300 in June 2009. MSRP was $41,300. Murano LE AWD with carpet floor mats, cross rail bars, and Aero Kit all around. My murano does not have Navigation and HDD. Everything else is in. Very happy with my car. already 8,000 miles on it. Is it a good deal? One little problem I had with the radio: when start ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• 2004 Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

  Written by: dduke1 on Feb 9, 2010 10:51:54 PM

  I bought my 04' Murano April 2009 and it it has about 977,000 miles on it. I fell in love with this model. I had always liked Nissan's designs and thought that they were a very trustworthy reputable company. My car has been doing the surge and losing power thing.....ever since I bought it. On the freeways, highways, and in town in heavy traffic and in freezing temps. I have taken ... Read More

Power Adjustable Pedals in the 09 Murano?

• Re: Power Adjustable Pedals in the 09 Murano? [discount80]

  Written by: mrstom on Feb 5, 2010 4:54:24 PM

  I recently traded my 2006 Murano SL-AWD for a 2009 model and was surprised to see that Nissan discontinued the adjustable pedals for that yearl. That was a great feature. My 2009-MO has everything except DVD and frankly I could do without the rain-sensing wipers which are also speed-sensitive. I would gladly trade that feature for adjustable pedals! I wonder if the 2010 models have adjustable pedals.

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• New CVT

  Written by: robmartins on Feb 5, 2010 8:39:04 AM

  I have heard the 2009 and newer Muranos have a different and improved CVT. Thing is, the CVT seems to be here to stay. Subaru is using them in the 2010 Outback (and maybe in other cars as well). Honda uses it in the Fit (I've had one and it was a great little car). I believe the Nissan earlier CVT's actually had some kind of flaw although in my case ... Read More

2009 Murano - cold weather starting issues

• Re: 2009 Murano - cold weather starting issues [tidester]

  Written by: derdaw on Jan 9, 2010 8:25:38 AM

  No indication. They simply said they were waiitng for Nissan to figure it out, announce a recall, etc

• 2009 Murano - cold weather starting issues

  Written by: derdaw on Jan 8, 2010 9:14:57 AM

  We recently spent a week in the mountains in CO and woke up one morning to find our 2009 Murano would not start. After some swapping around we pushed it into the garage and after a couple of hours of waiting we tried again and it started. This wasn't your typical cold weather start issue. We called the Nissan dealer in Denver and had it towed down there. The went over ... Read More

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• Cargo size Dilema

  Written by: andremike on Sep 29, 2009 6:17:46 AM

  We just bought a 2009 Murano SL AWD 360, black on black... It replaced our 2006 Murano. We are struggling with the fact that the cargo space is 16 cubic feet smaller then our 2006 was... Why would Nissan do this? Should I bring the car back? Am I over reacting? Its hard to believ that the Murano has as much cargo room as the Rogue and the Honda CRV has ... Read More

Nissan Murano Lease Questions

• Re: December Money Factor/Residual [newcar47]

  Written by: CarMan@Edmunds on Dec 18, 2009 3:09:37 AM

  Hi newcar47. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lase of a 2010 Murano SL AWD with 15,000 miles per year are .00199 and 53%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39 month lease are .00199 and 52%. Nissan isn't providing lease support on the 2009 Murano any longer, so if really you want to lease you would be better ... Read More

• Re: Leasing Murano SL 2010 [moryk]

  Written by: smarty666 on Dec 14, 2009 5:56:57 PM

  that is a terrible lease offer there moryk; I'd suggest you either try another dealer or wait a while because the 2010 Murano's haven't been out that long and they probably, as your case proves, want an arm and a leg for them as with any new model year that has just come out also, leasing 101, you never lease longer than the factory warranty period, which for Nissan is 36 ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Re: Nissan Extended Warranty Letter November 2009 [wjvanrossum]

  Written by: ihatenissan on Nov 17, 2009 7:31:47 PM

  I was afraid they would not cover the transfer case. I am going to submit a claim anyway, it's total crap. Nissan issued a technical service bulletin on the transfer case issue and when they replace the transfer case they now also include a switch (which was changed on the 2005 Murano). The transfer case issue appears to only be with the 2004 Muranos. A co-worker's husband just had to have ... Read More

2009 - 2010 Nissan Murano

• Whistling sound

  Written by: SamBK81 on Dec 10, 2009 12:13:14 PM

  In the past, myself and others have mentioned a whistling or vibrating sound. I resolved this a couple of months ago and thought I would share my solution. The whistlning/vibrating sound occurred when I reached 60 mph or so. The sound was actually coming from the base of the roof rack. I noticed that the base of the roof rack was actually loose. I told the Nissan Service department and they ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Murano Manual Gear Change (Anyone use it??) [tspaventa]

  Written by: lovepub on Sep 16, 2009 4:17:55 PM

  Beside the "D", if push to the right, there would be a "+" and "-" I am in Australia.....we only have two model "ST" and "TI" which both have this. I dont think US should be any different on this part. Just very curious.... the sales told me I can put it in that mode and shift the gears myself UP and DOWN....like driving a Daytona. No one experienced that? ----------------------------------------------------- ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Oops!

  Written by: snelson3 on Dec 3, 2009 3:26:08 PM

  I'm coming to this late. The Nissan letter started me on a quest to discover why they would do such a thing. I actually had no idea CVTs were dying. In fact, I bought a 2009 Murano because we are quite satisfied with my wife's 2008 Altima. I also just purchased a new Rogue for my company. All that said, my wife and I are low mileage people. When I got ... Read More

Nissan Murano 2005 and earlier

• 2004 Nissan Murano Engine Problems, Phone Charger Problems, Bubbling Grill

  Written by: clupkes on Dec 3, 2009 1:04:33 PM

  I own a 2004 Nissan Murano and the extended warranty just went out in Feb 2009. It has 106K miles and I truly love my Murano. My issue is that as of December 2009 my service engine soon light came on and the engine began to knowck. My husband drove it the very next day to give it a listen and said it sounded like the cam bearing or pushrods (very ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Trans problems on 2003 Murano

  Written by: neveragain2003 on Nov 16, 2009 8:54:36 AM

  I am truly going crazy with my 2003 Murano. Last March 2008 I brought my van in to my dealership for service. I didn't like the sound I was hearing when I accelerated and the technicians fixed the problem but said I needed a trans flush and refill which they performed for $180.00. This past May 2009 my regular mechanic was doing some minor work on the van and suggested my ... Read More

Nissan Murano Lease Questions

• 2009 Murano S Lease deal

  Written by: wnuk on Nov 23, 2009 4:06:20 PM

  I negotiated this deal tonite on a 2009 Murano "S" with Convenience package: MSRP: $30940 Selling Price: $27743 (Includes $750 rebate, invoice is $28493) Dealer fees: $1145 (Includes $595 acquisition, $175 tags, 1st payment) Residual: 53% ($16398) Money Factor: .00147 (3.52%) Trade allowance: $8350 Trade payoff: $7785 (+565 equity) $1000 Out of pocket to cover dealer fees. 39 Month 12,000 mile lease for $344.40 per month before 9% sales tax. $375.40 ... Read More

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• SAFETY WARNING--KEYLESS

  Written by: rootees on Nov 12, 2009 7:46:24 AM

  I own a 2009 Nissan Murano, I left the car running at a valet infront of a hotel in philadelphia, I took the FOB in my hand, and was handing it off to the valet when someone jumped in and stole the car! Apparantly these cars with keyless systems will keep going as long as the engine is running, they do not shut off if they are not within range! NEVER ... Read More

Nissan Murano CVT Transmission

• Re: Nissan Extended Warranty Letter November 2009 [sean_paul]

  Written by: phillip12 on Nov 11, 2009 1:26:48 PM

  My drivers seat broke too! estimates @ 800+ to repair.... Good idea with the NTSB.... I like the murano as well, very versatile, but when you pay 30k+ for a vehicle you certainly expect better.

• Re: Nissan Extended Warranty Letter November 2009 [jess5138]

  Written by: wjvanrossum on Nov 10, 2009 11:38:43 AM

  The website and letter is no joke. However, I just received a call this afternoon after I submitted my paper work for reimbursement for the transfer case repair I had back in May. The lady from Nissan called to tell me the transfer case is a different part than the CVT and is not covered under this warranty. Still confused I asked if she could send me some type of description ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Extended Warranty Letter November 2009 [pur4vida]

  Written by: jchris101 on Nov 9, 2009 6:49:44 PM

  Kevin: You know what they say about happy customers? Happy customers tell five friends; unhappy customers tell fifty!!! There is not enough room on this blog/BB to tell you all the problems I have had with my 2003 Murano. Some have been routine with the mileage I have put on the car. The way I was mis-handled by the Cherry Hill, NJ dealership's GM and then lack of response by Nissan ... Read More

• Re: Nissan Extended Warranty Letter November 2009 [jess5138]

  Written by: tommyguy10 on Nov 9, 2009 3:30:42 PM

  OMG! This is NOT a joke!! I just received my letter in the mail today. Too bad, I sold my 2003 Murano. However, I bought a 2007 and this new warranty covers ALL Murano models through 2010!! Looks like our efforts on this thread paid off after all!

2009 Murano Barking dog noise

• 2009 Murano Barking dog noise

  Written by: trojanflier on Nov 6, 2009 10:29:39 PM

  We have a 2009 Nissan Murano that plays a barking dog noise from inside the dash each time the car approaches the home address programed into the GPS. This happens from any direction towards home approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mille from home. It happens with the radio and GPS off and audio off displayed on the screen. Anybody got any ideas? It has to be GPS related because it only occurs ... Read More

Nissan Murano Maintenance and Repair

• Re: A/C Blowing hot air [orangelebaron]

  Written by: vick99 on May 4, 2009 9:50:38 AM

  I have a 2009 Murano with 15,000 km. Same problem started back in Dec '08 ... no temperature control (only HOT) for 2 months before they could get a part from Japan. The dealer replaced a control module of some sort but that has not corrected it. The problem is intermittent now. The dealer has contacted Nissan Canada & they think it my be related to a sensor that's on the ... Read More

Nissan Murano Lease Questions

• Re: October Lease Rates [mgoldstein]

  Written by: CarMan@Edmunds on Nov 2, 2009 3:24:56 AM

  Greetings mgoldstein. Through November 2nd, Nissan Motor acceptance Corp.'s buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39 month lease of a 2009 Murano SL AWD with 12,000 miles per year are .00164 and 53%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a Murano LE AWD are .00164 and 49%. Nissan is providing a $750 cash incentive on leases of this vehicle, but only in certain parts ... Read More

• Re: October rates? [daz499]

  Written by: CarMan@Edmunds on Nov 2, 2009 3:16:49 AM

  You're welcome, daz499. Here's the info for the terms that you mentioned. Through November 2nd, Nissan Motor acceptance Corp.'s buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 39 month lease of a 2009 Murano SL AWD with 12,000 miles per year are .00164 and 53%, respectively. Nissan is providing a $750 cash incentive on leases of this vehicle, but only in certain parts of the country. Fortunately, the New ... Read More

• Re: 2009 Nissan Murano SL 360 lease [jayrider]

  Written by: hondo55 on Nov 1, 2009 5:20:43 PM

  Thank you. You have been helpful!

• Re: 2009 Nissan Murano SL 360 lease [boston76]

  Written by: hondo55 on Nov 1, 2009 5:15:00 PM

  Thank you for your response. It is appreciated.

• Re: 2009 Nissan Murano SL 360 lease [hondo55]

  Written by: boston76 on Nov 1, 2009 9:58:24 AM

  If the msrp is 38k than you are getting a good deal. I might close on a deal today too. msrp 36,060. 12k 39mths 1000 down total to drive off, including first month payment. $419 with tax included. SL 360

• Re: 2009 Nissan Murano SL 360 lease [hondo55]

  Written by: jayrider on Oct 31, 2009 12:07:59 PM

  Since it includes tax --decent deal. You might consider a 36 month lease. Keeps you in warranty and won't be pushing tire replacement. On the other hand, you can turn your murano in 3 months early for something new without much trouble. I paid 480 for 36 months with tax so you are fine with that deal.

• 2009 Nissan Murano SL 360 lease

  Written by: hondo55 on Oct 31, 2009 9:53:19 AM

  Please help me ASAP. I am about to lease the above mentioned vehicle in central Massachusetts. I'm trying to ascertain if I am getting a good lease deal. 39 months 12K miles per year Approx. $1500 in upfront "fees" which I will pay at time of delivery. No money down for price reduction money on vehicle. MSRP of vehicle $38K with a $750 rebate. Lease price $459 per month which includes ... Read More

• Re: 09-10 Murano Availabilty [dakly]

  Written by: mgoldstein on Oct 30, 2009 10:53:34 AM

  I am having the same issue in PA. Muranos are in tight supply. I was told that Nissan drastically decreased the Murano production in 2009. Then when they started up they were shipping more SL-360s than anything else. The 2010s are just now starting to hit the dealership lots.

• Re: 2009 Nissan Murano SL AWD 360 Package [captain_o]

  Written by: daz499 on Oct 19, 2009 10:57:22 AM

  The $800 destination fee is normal. When you price the car, its already included as part of the MSRP. What are the deatils of the deal? What was the MSRP and what was the selling price? Here's what i ended up getting. Murano Sl With the usual Packages. MSRP $35,925 12k, 39months, $398 a month, $3300 total out of pocket. Now looking back, i could have done a little better on ... Read More

• 2009 Nissan Murano SL AWD 360 Package

  Written by: captain_o on Oct 18, 2009 5:46:35 PM

  Can someone tell me if this is a decent deal in NYC. 2009 Nissan Murano SL AWD 360 Package ( Lease ) around $3,800 total out of pocket $409 a month 39 month lease 12k miles per yr. The dealer was charging an 800 destination charge fee, is this fee normal?

2009 Nissan Murano Problems

• Re: 2009 murano issues [cobra14]

  Written by: johnnyc2 on Oct 16, 2009 8:01:04 PM

  I have 2004 murano sl, my experience is not bad as yours. I had problems with this from the beginning. Now i have 78k miles, i need close 5k to fix problems with this and i regret buying nissan. According to them 5k repair is cost is considered to be normal. Never buy murano

Nissan Murano Lease Questions

• Re: 2009 Murano "S" lease deal [wnuk]

  Written by: jayrider on Oct 15, 2009 1:38:48 PM

  Most everyone who knows leasing would tell you to take the 8k trade as a cash check from the dealer and put it in the bank. Use it to supplement your higher monthly payments. This way you have no equity in the lease should the vehicle be totaled. If not -- make sure you have gap insurance to cover what you put down. I think nissan includes it in their leases. ... Read More

• 2009 Murano "S" lease deal

  Written by: wnuk on Oct 15, 2009 12:43:01 PM

  Update: Went back to the dealer with my calculations. The salesman looked confused at first so I sat with the finance manager to review their quote and my calculations. Their initital offer was $1000 down, my trade and a payment of $414.35 (see my last post for specifics). After going over my numbers (finance manager offering no explination as to why they were different to begin with) he relented to $1000 ... Read More

Nissan Murano Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Looking for input/feedback - [iolo72]

  Written by: roxy2009 on Oct 12, 2009 4:53:46 PM

  Ugh, let's try the cutting and pasting again.... The 2009 Nissan Murano SL w/360 and Premium Package has an MSRP of $34,460. Your preffered Fleet/Internet price is $30,485! *price includes rebate. Does not include tax, title and DMV fees.

Nissan Murano Lease Questions

• Re: October rates? [daz499]

  Written by: CarMan@Edmunds on Oct 12, 2009 3:20:51 AM

  Hi daz499. I've seen the info that you're looking for, but this vehicle's lease program varies by term, mileage allowance, and trim level. You never mentioned what any of these variables are, so I'm going to have to make some assumptions. Let me know if you want something different. Nissan Motor Acceptance Corp.'s current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2009 Nissan ... Read More