NHTSA recall 09V169000
Engine and engine cooling
Nissan Murano
Reported May 19, 2009362,891 vehicles affectedNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.Built Apr 8, 2002 – Oct 26, 2007
The defect
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 remedy
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.