Engine Stall problems of the 2003 Nissan Murano

Three problems related to engine stall have been reported for the 2003 Nissan Murano. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Nissan Murano based on all problems reported for the 2003 Murano.

1 Engine Stall problem

Failure Date: 10/15/2011

Engine stalls while driving or upon moving from a stopped position (street light, stop sign). Problem found to be faulty camshaft position sensor. There is a recall for this (r3022/03v-345) but my VIN doesn't fall within the range. Perhaps this issue is more widespread.

2 Engine Stall problem

Failure Date: 07/17/2008

Regarding the recent recall on Nissan Murano's. . . . I have/had the problems indicated in the recall since I purchase the 2003 Nissan Murano. When I would go into the dealer or if I had to have the car towed to the dealer I was told the problem was my battery. My battery has been replace 3 times. I have engine stalling while driving, stalling when starting, the engine cut off while slowing down to stop, I had my headlights/turn signals flashing without anyone in the car and as I attempted to start the engine it would not turn. Each time I would complain to the dealer ( ed martin Nissan indianapolis, indiana) the same symptoms of this recent recall I was told it was my battery.

3 Engine Stall problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2007

2003 Nissan Murano. Consumer states engine abruptly shut off and the vehicle lost all power. The consumer was able to gradually steer the vehicle to the emergency lane. After numerous attempts, he was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and a diagnostic test revealed fuel pump failure. The consumer stated this was not the first time the engine abruptly shut off. The first incident happened in July 2007. But, the vehicle was restarted and was taken to the dealer, but they were unable to find a problem. Prior to the first two incidents, the engine stalled on may 10, 2010. After numerous attempts, the consumer was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they determined the crank sensor was faulty. The consumer stated there have been other repairs such alternator failure, the passenger door locks routinely malfunctioned during extreme heat, the driver's power seat malfunctioned, the motor mounts were cracked, the axles were loose, and the intake hose failed.




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