Recalls: Nissan Z51 Murano
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Nissan Z51 Murano
2013-15 Nissan Z51 Murano: loss of power steering assistance
In March 2017, a recall was issued for Nissan Z51 Murano vehicles that were manufactured from November 2013 to February 2015. Over time, the high-pressure power steering hose could separate due to incorrect clamp fittings and cause power steering fluid to leak. If this occurred, the driver may need to exert greater steering effort due to the loss of power steering assistance; if the power steering fluid leaked onto a heat source, it could lead to a fire. The recalled Nissan Z51 Murano vehicles had VINs in the range JN1TANZ51A0025546 to JN1TANZ51A0026011 (PRA 2017/15983).
Problems and faults: Nissan Z51 Murano
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Nissan Z51 Murano: won’t start due to electronic steering column lock (ESCL)
Due to a defect in the Electronic Steering Column Lock (ESCL), the Nissan Murano’s push-button ignition may not work – this is a common problem for circa 2008-11 Nissan vehicles with the ‘Intelligent key’.
To prevent theft, the purpose of the ESCL is to keep the steering wheel locked until the ‘Intelligent key’ is in range of the vehicle. Once the ‘Intelligent key’ is in range, the steering wheel is supposed to unlock. In some cases, however, the ESCL does not detect the ‘Intelligent key’. To fix, the ESCL has to be replaced.
Nissan Z51 Murano: other problems and faults
- Knocking noises from the rear of Nissan Murano AWD vehicles may be due to a faulty electric coupler assembly for the rear driveshaft.
- The rear view display may not work when reversing, requiring a relay and bracket to be replaced.
- A faulty fuel-level sensor may result in the fuel gauge not providing a full reading after refueling.
- For Nissan Murano models with satellite navigation systems, the radio may not cycle through the presets or the display may freeze – these problems require the software to be upgraded.
- If the tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment ceases to work, the motor likely requires replacement.
- For Murano models fitted with a sunroof, the shade may be hard to open or may not open fully; if so, an improved shade was subsequently introduced and can be installed.
