2007 Nissan Murano problems, complaints & recalls

2007 Nissan Murano recalls (0)

No recalls on file.

NHTSA defect investigations

• PE08065Opened Nov 18, 2008Closed Jul 2, 2009

  Driver seat anchor failure

  This investigation concerns structural failure of the anchor/bracket on the left rear side of the driver's seat.the concern is that such failures may alter the driver's seated position so as to reduce effectiveness of the occupant protection system or potentially compromise vehicle control.failure of the subject anchor bracket results from metal fatigue and causes rearward tilting of the driver's seat.these failures usually occur during driver ingress but may also occur while the vehicle is being operated.the safety related concerns during actual vehicle use were not validated by this investig…

Recent 2007 Nissan Murano complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

1. Filed Apr 15, 2026167,120 miILElectrical SystemEngine

   The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that on several occasions, while driving or while idling, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. On one occasion, while making a left turn, the sound from the engine compartment became louder, and the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact stated that the speedometer failed to operate as intended and remained at 0 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken…

   NHTSA complaint #11731445 · source
2. Filed Sep 25, 2025ILAirbagsElectrical SystemSeats & Seat Belts

   PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSOR. This is blinking on my dash. I looked it up in the manual. It stated that the airbag may not deploy in an accident. I also got a recall notice for this same problem and called the dealer. They said that my vin was not included in the recall even though I had the same make, model and year and the same problem. I had a problem with this when the vehicle was new, they fixed it. They wanted two hundred dollars to look at it. Why is this safety problem…

   NHTSA complaint #11689700 · source
3. Filed Feb 24, 2025156,000 miDETowedBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal rumbling sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and became aware that the rear subframe of the vehicle was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with corrosion on the rear subframe, causing the rear subframe…

   NHTSA complaint #11644566 · source
4. Filed Nov 22, 2024IAOther / Unknown

   My sub frame is completely rusted through at 138,xxx miles. It was kept in a garage, or I was told from the dealership it was, and was well kept.

   NHTSA complaint #11626936 · source
5. Filed Oct 7, 2024142,000 miDEBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal rumbling sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who observed excessive corrosion on the rear subframe of the vehicle. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not safe to drive because the rear axle could become detached. The vehicle was not repaired.…

   NHTSA complaint #11618521 · source
6. Filed Jul 17, 2024NYSuspension

   When the car was in the shop for an unrelated repair, I was informed by the shop that the subframe (K frame) is rusted out and will fail "sooner rather than later". i was told the car should not be driven and is unsafe to drive. There was no indication of a structural problem otherwise. The body of the vehicle appears to be rust free.

   NHTSA complaint #11602980 · source
7. Filed Jul 3, 2024270,000 miWVBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the entire subframe was rusted. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 270,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11598541 · source
8. Filed Jun 21, 2024145,000 miNEBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear subframe cracked. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the subframe was very rusted. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11595692 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology