2004 Nissan Murano Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 143about this part
- Share
- 21%of 678 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 85,794miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 143 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2004 Nissan Murano, 21% of the 678 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 85,794 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.
“The vehicle would not accelerate after it had come to a complete stop on highway. After getting out of my vehicle and pushing it to the side, the vehicle finally drove away. But after this the vehicle has had a transmission rattle in which none of my (4) mechanics can seem to fix. Failure at 100,110k miles. Glad Nissan is making money while we suffer.”
NHTSA complaint #11053366, filed 2017-12, 110,000 miles“I was trying to accelerate from a stop, when the car refused to respond to the press of the gas pedal. Finally, it slowly accelerated up to 10 MPH, then the transmission shifted and the car took off rapidly. Fortunately, I was able to control it. Problem is repeatable.”
NHTSA complaint #10861346, filed 2016-04, 165,000 miles“While traveling vehicle began to make very loud noise and began to stall. Had to be towed to mechanic at which time it was determined the transfer case was cracked. As I researched this, I discovered numerous Murano owners with this issue. Vehicle only has 69,000 miles and the cost to repair $4000.00!”
NHTSA complaint #10525329, filed 2013-07, 69,000 miles“My Nissan Murano sl had 35k miles when purchased. Complained 5 times to the dealership about groaning noise and major oil leak. Major vibrations occurred while driving and pulled over so I couldn't drive anymore. Burning smell of oil that was leaking for months and was not noticed by certified mechanics. Also bucking motions. Towed Murano for repair and later diagnosed as transfer case and tail shaft destroyed. The CVT transmission needed slight repairs too with transfer case. Cost ~$3500”
NHTSA complaint #10968555, filed 2017-03, 46,000 miles“I was driving my Murano and came to a stoplight when upon acceleration nothing happened. I have taken the car to the dealer several times about this and they have failed to fix the problem. It can be very dangerous if a car is approaching from behind and the car will not accelerate.”
NHTSA complaint #10462343, filed 2012-06, 57,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10227254Nov 9, 2022ABNORMAL NOISE, VIBRATION AND/OR BINDING FEELING FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions…
- 10218741May 31, 2022NISSAN AWD MODELS; ABNORMAL NOISE, VIBRATION AND/OR JUDDER FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous…
- 10211988Mar 15, 2022NISSAN AWD MODELS; ABNORMAL NOISE, VIBRATION AND/OR JUDDER FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous…
- 10180989Sep 23, 2020NISSAN; VIBRATION AND/OR NOISE WHEN MAKING LOW SPEED TURNS IF YOU CONFIRM There is a vibration or judder feeling from the rear of the vehicle during the following conditions: ï·…
- 10145547Sep 28, 2018NISSAN; VIBRATION AND/OR NOISE WHEN MAKING LOW SPEED TURNS This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with AWD (All-Wheel Drive) or 4WD (4-Wheel Drive). This bulletin has…
- 10043950Apr 10, 2012Nissan: ecm replacement procedures with consult iii plus. Applies to all 2004 and later (does not apply to leaf/ev) vehicles.
- 10024689Apr 28, 2008Nissan; special automatic transmission fluid requirement. 2004 to current nissan vehicles.
- 10016805Nov 4, 2004Awd transfer case noise with damaged gears and/or cracked case.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 24% |
| 2024 | 1 | 20% |
| 2020 | 4 | 8% |
| 2018 | 5 | 4% |
| 2017 | 14 | 13% |
| 2016 | 15 | 14% |
| 2015 | 53 | 26% |
| 2014 | 31 | 21% |
| 2013 | 13 | 18% |
| 2012 | 30 | 22% |
| 2011 | 37 | 25% |
| 2010 | 40 | 21% |
| 2009 | 69 | 11% |
| 2008 | 3 | 60% |
| 2007 | 63 | 9% |
| 2006 | 43 | 5% |
| 2005 | 56 | 6% |
| 2004 | 143 | 21% |
| 2003 | 265 | 33% |
Other parts of the 2004 Nissan Murano
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 complaintsSteering
26 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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