2005 Nissan Murano Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 33about this part
- Share
- 3%of 987 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,794miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 33 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 Nissan Murano, 3% of the 987 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,794 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I bought a new 2005 Nissan Murano on 8/8/05. On 10/31/05, I hit debris on I-95. It punctured my fuel tank and gasoline leaked from it. I had to call the fire department to dispose the gasoline. I filed a complain with Nissan corporation. They refused to compensate me for the damage. I had to pay for the replacement of a new fuel tank myself.”
NHTSA complaint #10142530, filed 2005-11, 4,150 miles“Got service engine soon error code on monitor with temporary loss of power on the road on 2005 Nissan Murano (54000 miles). Looking at internet I found that this is consistent problem for this car just like other Nissan cars of this period (xterra, pathfinder). This is related to fuel sensor error with p0463 code which is unusual for any cars. Estimated cost of repair is about $600 to $ 800. I think Nissan should recall or at least partially compensate owners. I was also asked to replace power steering high pressure hose a few years ago that costs about $ 1000/=. …”
NHTSA complaint #11011553, filed 2017-07, 53,000 miles“Regarding the NHTSA investigation of a problem with the fuel tank of the Nissan Murano where the fuel tank is susceptible to punctures from road debris during normal driving conditions. I had the exact same problem. On aug 27th, 2005 while driving from florida to toronto on highway I-95 a piece of debris on the road hit a lower corner of the gas tank of my 2005 Nissan Murano, making a crack in that spot. I noticed the gas level dropping fast and pulled over 2 to 3 miles ahead at exit 53, walterboro, sc and verified the gas tank was punctured. …”
NHTSA complaint #10140393, filed 2005-10, 5,600 miles“Several times while driving on city streets the car would shut down completely, with no warning had to get towed. While in drive-through car shut down but a delay then restarted. Bought new battery, alternator and got a tune-up. Currently the car will not go in backwards.”
NHTSA complaint #11100123, filed 2018-06, 176,000 miles“Fuel sensor says car is on empty but will never fill up past 1/2 tank. Alternator is out now & bad vibration when driving between 60-70mph so could possibly be u joint considering everything else has been done that would correct a vibration”
NHTSA complaint #11002114, filed 2017-06, 125,000 milesRelated recalls
- 06V054000Feb 21, 2006On certain sport utility vehicles, a fitting for vapor recirculation, which is welded on the fuel tank, may come off the fuel tank because incorrect material…Covers: Nissan Murano 2005
- 06V003000Jan 10, 2006On certain sport utility vehicles, due to the location of the forward edge of the fuel tank, in the event that a vehicle front tire runs over a small, sharp…Covers: Nissan Murano 2003–2006
Related service bulletins
- 10152514Nov 28, 2018NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO FILL This bulletin applies to Titan XD vehicles with a gas engine. The update below was sent out to Regions and Dealers in August of…
- 10144513Aug 16, 2018NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO FILL This bulletin applies to Titan XD vehicles with a gas engine. This bulletin has been amended. Changes have been made throughout…
- 10144508Aug 16, 2018NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO FILL This bulletin applies to Titan XD vehicles with a gas engine. This bulletin has been amended. Changes have been made throughout…
- 10109214Mar 20, 2017NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS SLOW OR DIFFICULT TO FILL IF YOU CONFIRM The fuel tank is slow or difficult to fill (filling nozzle shuts off before tank is full). IMPORTANT: Make sure this…
- 10024079Jan 10, 20082003 - 2007 murano; fuel level sensor replacement.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 8% |
| 2020 | 1 | 2% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 3% |
| 2015 | 11 | 5% |
| 2014 | 4 | 3% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 4 | 3% |
| 2011 | 6 | 4% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 15 | 2% |
| 2007 | 23 | 3% |
| 2006 | 44 | 5% |
| 2005 | 33 | 3% |
| 2004 | 35 | 5% |
| 2003 | 42 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2005 Nissan Murano
456 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
142 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
118 complaintsElectrical system
102 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
56 complaintsAir bags
52 complaintsBody and structure
35 complaintsOther or unknown
32 complaintsEngine
27 complaintsEngine cooling
24 complaintsSuspension
16 complaintsBrakes
14 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 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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