Nissan recalls 15,000 Murano SUVs due to handling problems

The Nissan Murano models in question were produced between July 28, 2020 and September 16, 2020.

Nissan has recalled 15,000 SUVs of its Nissan Murano model due to concerns about potentially defective suspension parts. Although the Murano has always been a reliable midsize SUV, a steering problem arose on the left and right cross-links. There is a suspicion that these links are built incorrectly and may cause problems with addresses.

What was the real cause of the problem?

Speaking of the recall, Nissan says, "In rare cases, the ball joint can separate from the lateral link, which can cause you to lose control of the vehicle and increase the risk of an accident."

Kobe, the supplier, noted the issue, and Nissan released a statement outlining the cause, stating: “Due to a hardware problem at a Tier 1 supplier (Kobe), the billet was not properly formed during the rolling process prior to production.

The manipulator chuck used to form the part did not rotate 90 degrees before the required second pass, resulting in folded or overlapped excess material. As a result, the left and right cross-references may not conform to the specification.

El Nissan Murano has its fair share of reviews: was recalled 21 times in 14 model years.. Repairs performed during the recall are free of charge and initiated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or Nissan itself.. A revocation usually occurs if there is a widespread security issue.

According to Car Complains, the majority of Nissan Murano recalls occurred in the 2003 and 2005 model years, with a total of six recalls. 2015 and 2016 also saw a high number of rejections, with five recalls each in both years. While such feedback is painful for owners, it is better to identify and fix the problem than to ignore it and lead to painful results.

Cross reference problem

Its main supplier, Kobe, alerted Nissan to a communication problem. Upon learning of the problem, the assembly plant checked and replaced all suspicious Muranos. The factory first fixed all potentially affected left cross members. Nissan later learned that the right side cross members were also affected.

К счастью, Nissan has stated that it is not aware of any accidents, warranty claims, or injuries related to cross-linking.. Your dealers should perform a full inspection of the left and right wishbones using SERIES codes to identify affected vehicles. Distributors will replace damaged cross links and level.

Features Nissan Murano 2021

The new Murano is powered by a V6 engine with 240 lb-ft of torque and 260 horsepower. Engine type gasoline with a base engine capacity of 3.5 liters. It is a 5-seat, four-wheel drive vehicle with a continuously variable automatic transmission, with a fuel consumption of 23 mpg on the combined cycle.

For your safety, the 2021 Nissan Murano is equipped with an anti-lock brake system that increases the car's ability to turn. It also has stability control and front and side airbags, as well as head and knee airbags for protection in the event of a crash. It also features pre-tensioned self-tightening seat belts to protect occupants during a collision and a safety system that prevents the engine from starting unless the original key is used.

How to know if your car has an open recall

Those who suspect that their vehicles may have this problem may contact Nissan Customer Service. You can check if your vehicle has an open recall by visiting the NHTSA website. You will see if your car has an open recall that needs to be resolved. Enter the 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the website. If a recall is listed, then your vehicle is one of those eligible for a recall, and if not, then your vehicle does not have open recalls. Be sure to check regularly to see if your vehicle is being recalled.

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