2004 Nissan Murano Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 4%of 678 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 91,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the steering of the 2004 Nissan Murano, 4% of the 678 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 91,500 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Whether I'm driving 70 MPH on the interstate or 20 down the street the car will randomly shut off and come to a complete stop and make whining noise until it comes to a complete stop. I have to shut the car off and turn it back on”
NHTSA complaint #11355271, filed 2020-09, 117,500 miles“I was leaving parking lot when I heard a loud noise. I was unable to turn my steering wheel. I parked and exited to inspect. I found the tie rod to my wheels disconnected. I had to have car towed the mechanic said that the tie rod disconnected. Parts were replaced and kept. This incident could have resulted in serious injury and/or death.”
NHTSA complaint #10243513, filed 2008-09, 56 miles“I purchased vehicle 2/9/2015 since than I have taken to get 2 total vehicle inspections. Both inspections I have been given two different estimated problems. When at a complete stop and trying to take off vehicle will not go, after about 15 to 20 seconds it will take off at a rapid speed which scares me to the point where I am glad it doesn't happen on expressway I know me and my 8 yr old would be injured. I have been told it could be the transmission and/or the trans case both I have looked up and omg more complaints than any vehicle I have ever owned. …”
NHTSA complaint #10693434, filed 2015-03, 169,000 miles“Since taking delivery of our 2004 Nissan Murano sl awd on december 5th 2004, the power steering has become louder. In addition, the steering is surging while cornerning. After taking the car in to the dealership, we were told that the power steering line from the pump to the rack and pinion was loose, and leaking.”
NHTSA complaint #10103081, filed 2004-12, 700 miles“The steering on the 2004 Murano is heavy but the reall problem occurred the other day when another car was not looking where they were going and I tried to swing out of the way and the power assist was just not there, I could not turn the wheel hard enough fortunate the other car hear my horn and just missed me.”
NHTSA complaint #10091373, filed 2004-09, 520 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10232652Feb 22, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10192217Jul 23, 2013If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and…
- 10192216Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
- 10039867Jul 22, 2011Nissan: 2003-2007 murano. Information on replacing the power steering hose.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 | 10% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 5 | 5% |
| 2016 | 2 | 2% |
| 2015 | 6 | 3% |
| 2014 | 23 | 16% |
| 2013 | 11 | 15% |
| 2012 | 5 | 4% |
| 2011 | 2 | 1% |
| 2010 | 6 | 3% |
| 2009 | 34 | 5% |
| 2008 | 1 | 20% |
| 2007 | 42 | 6% |
| 2006 | 38 | 5% |
| 2005 | 14 | 1% |
| 2004 | 26 | 4% |
| 2003 | 17 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2004 Nissan Murano
143 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
133 complaintsElectrical system
110 complaintsSeats
94 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
48 complaintsEngine
44 complaintsEngine cooling
38 complaintsFuel system
35 complaintsVehicle speed control
35 complaintsOther or unknown
29 complaintsBody and structure
29 complaintsBrakes
20 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Nissan Murano
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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