Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2005 Nissan Murano recalls
Engine and engine cooling
NHTSA campaign 09V169000 · reported May 19, 2009 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 362,891 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Nissan is recalling 362,891 my 2003-2007 murano vehicles. The intake air ducts, which are connected to the intermediate resonator in the air intake system of the engine, may separate from the resonator with engine movement. This separation occurs due to the premature aging of the material used in the intake air ducts which causes excessive shrinking.
- The risk
- Engine may stall increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace/repair the appropriate components free of charge. The recall began on september 24, 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Steering: column locking, anti-theft device
NHTSA campaign 06V401000 · reported October 20, 2006 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 67,014 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, "theft protection." during an inspection of some vehicles at the assembly plant, it was found that the steering wheel was locked with the ignition knob in the "off" position but the vehicle transmission not being in the "park" position.
- The risk
- If the key is turned to the "off" position without the transmission being in the "park" position, it is possible that the steering wheel can lock when turned to the right.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the steering wheel lock assembly free of charge. The recall began on december 18, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly
NHTSA campaign 06V054000 · reported February 21, 2006 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 14,268 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On 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 was used.
- The risk
- This could result in the malfunction indicator light in the instrument panel coming on and may result in some fuel leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank with a new one free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Seat belts: rear/other
NHTSA campaign 06V048000 · reported February 13, 2006 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 203,000 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On some sport utility vehicles, in certain high speed frontal crashes, the webbing of a rear outboard seat belt may contact the rear seat back hinge where it can be cut by the sharp edge of the metal portion of the hinge.
- The risk
- If the webbing is completely separated, it can increase the risk of injury to an occupant in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install protectors over the webbing of the rear seat belts. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly
NHTSA campaign 06V003000 · reported January 10, 2006 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 205,000 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On 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 object in the road, catches it and propels it towards the rear of the vehicle, it may strike and puncture the fuel tank.
- The risk
- A punctured tank could increase the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will install protectors in front of the tank free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
NHTSA campaign 05V319000 · reported July 14, 2005 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 125,466 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- On certain sport utility vehicles, there is a possibility that a wire breaking inside the alternator could stop the battery from charging.
- The risk
- If this happens, the charger warning and brake warning lamps will immediately come on and the battery will begin to discharge. After a short time, the engine will go into a "fall safe" condition which will limit vehicle speed. The engine will stop running which could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the alternator with a new version which has been modified to prevent movement of the coil. The recall began on august 1, 2005. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Sep 28, 2026 · Electrical system
No electrical works in this car. He may be driving and it just stalls. He pulls over for a couple of minutes and tries to go and it just keeps dying.
Mar 17, 2025 · Air bags · 100,230 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while closing the rear liftgate door, the front driver’s and passenger’s side air bags inadvertently deployed. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where it remained pending a diagnostic test. The local…
Dec 14, 2023 · Exterior lighting
Not sure when it started bc I just purchased this vehicle a month ago. While driving one evening the head lights went off and I had to turn them off and back on. Now a few weeks later and after I've changed the bulbs and made sure the fuse wasn't blown it is doing it ALOT. I'm not sure if it is a wiring problem or if…
Oct 20, 2023 · Suspension
Noticed severe negative camber on the rear wheels at ~225k miles. Marks Auto Svc, Rockford, IL confirmed the rear k-subframe had rusted all the way through from the inside-out. The frame had completely separated at two places on each side near the wheels - SEVERE SAFETEY HAZARD!!!!! 1. Website forums indicate many…
May 26, 2023 · Suspension
Sub frame rusted so bad the sway bar detached from the sub frame nearly causing an accident and breaking the sway bar link in half.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 28, 2026.