NHTSA recall 06V401000
Steering › Column locking › Anti-theft device
Nissan Murano
Reported Oct 20, 200667,014 vehicles affectedNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number R0614Built Aug 23, 2004 – Jul 24, 2006
The defect
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 remedy
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.