2004 Nissan Murano structure problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2004 Nissan Murano — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The rear k frame rusted out ,all of a sudden the vehicle started swaying out of control on gravel or wet roads, no rust on the vehicle except the rear k frame, I parked the vehicle because it's unsafe to drive , I understand that this is a problem that effects more than just mine and I hope it's…”
filed Dec 3, 2022
“The rear chassis severely rusted through causing the rear lower control arm to break off causing the wheel to severely sit at an off-angle. Rendering the car inoperable and cannot be driven for fear of tires flying off. Purchased at $6000 w/84,000 mile car now has only 113,000 miles.the car body…”
filed Nov 30, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label =…
NTB09-131C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 13, 2026CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label =…
NTB09-131C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 13, 2026
Structure problems in other Murano years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Murano | 2 | 4% |
| 2019 Murano | 2 | 5% |
| 2018 Murano | 3 | 3% |
| 2017 Murano | 5 | 5% |
| 2016 Murano | 11 | 10% |
| 2015 Murano | 7 | 3% |
| 2014 Murano | 10 | 7% |
| 2013 Murano | 5 | 7% |
| 2012 Murano | 6 | 4% |
| 2011 Murano | 13 | 9% |
| 2010 Murano | 15 | 8% |
| 2009 Murano | 29 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Nissan Murano
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.