65 problems related to alternator/generator/regulator have been reported for the 2004 Nissan Murano. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Nissan Murano based on all problems reported for the 2004 Murano.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, without warning the abs and batteries warning light illuminated. The contact lost power the vehicle failed to accelerate forward. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the wires to the alternator had melted and the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer was contacted however, there was no response from the technician. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was referred to the NHTSA to file a complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 132,000.
Tl the contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to antwerpen Nissan security (1701 woodlawn dr - #4006, baltimore, MD 21207, (410) 298-4400) where it was diagnosed with needing the alternator to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 05v319000 (electrical system) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000.
Tl the contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, when the vehicle decelerated independently with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed to the floorboard however, the vehicle failed to accelerate over 30 mph. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The contact stated an independent mechanic came to her residence and she was informed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. A dealer was not contacted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 05v319000 (electrical system) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 188,775.
The vehicle keeps dying when I put it in drive, it automatically dyes out. I have the alertnator replace and it keeps dying out. I already spend close to 487. 00 for the peice, getting it towed to the shop and getting it fix. The alternator still dies out.
Replaced alternator and battery car drives short distance and just stops accelerating and than won't start back up unless jumped. Will not drive a mile without going limp and no acceleration.
Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle had suddenly shut off. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the alternator was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure continued to occur. The contact indicated that the alternator had been replaced on four separate occasions. The local dealer and manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,000. Jft.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. While driving various speeds, the battery and the abs indicators illuminated. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the alternator failed and replaced the part three different times. The contact stated that the alternator caught fire without warning. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. An independent mechanic extinguished the fire. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 146,000.
Alternator failure many times unknown reason last time happened while driving on the a busy street died and won't start second time it happened in less than one week.
I had the exact symptoms appear in my make/model as described in recall id #36089. This was a recall put out by Nissan many years back on similar vehicles. "an open circuit in the alternator can occur during wire fatigue caused by movement of the rotor coil during rapid changes in engine speed in vehicles equipped with a continuously variable transmission (cvt). Higher engine compartment temperature in the Murano compared to other Nissan models may also be a contributing factor to the wire fatigue. When an open circuit occurs in the alternator, the charge warning and brake warning lamps come on. If a driver does not seek repair of the vehicle immediately as instructed in the owners manual and continues to drive the vehicle in this condition, the vehicle will operate normally for about one hour. After this time period, the battery voltage will drop to a level that causes the engine control module to fall into a fail safe mode. During fail safe mode, which lasts about ten minutes, vehicle speed will be reduced due to a throttle plate being held in a fixed position. After this time period, the engine will stop running. " despite my model year and manufacturing date falling within the window for that recall, my specific VIN was not included in the recall. The issue was as described and repaired as a failed alternator. In efforts to get further answers as to the faulty part or recall applicability from multiple sources at Nissan, I have been provided with no real answers and am therefore filing this safety complaint.
Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle lost power and the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to stop. The vehicle then stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that the alternator and battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the contact stated that three months later, the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that the computer needed to be reset. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was aware of NHTSA campaign numbers: 05v319000 (electrical system) and 09v169000 (engine and engine cooling) but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 98,000. Oo.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. While driving 40 mph, the engine stalled and all the warning indicators illuminated. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the alternator failed to charge the battery. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,101.
I was stopped at traffic light, when light turned green I began to accelerate. I began to smell burning thru air vents and then at about 40 mph the car would not respond to my acceleration of gas pedal. I had lost all power and control of vehicle. The car behind me had to swerve suddenly to avoid me and it almost caused a serious wreck with my 4 children inside. I had battery checked and alternator checked and was told alternator was bad. Well I replaced alternator and wouldn't you know it 2 weeks later, the same incident occurred, I was going about 35-40 mph and it just quit again. And again my 4 kids were inside as I was driving them to school! I've called to inquire about the recall for this issue and am told mine doesn't qualify. I've seen so many people with this issue. Why isn't it being addressed. Will it take having my 4 kids inside involved in an awful wreck? we need someone to help with this before something bad has to happen!!.
About 2 weeks ago I changed the battery because it wasn't working anymore, it started with the car losing power just a little bit and then come back when one morning it turned on and then died, I took the battery and got it charged but didn't last long, ended buying a new one. Now for the past few days again the car lost starting losing power and back up, till today it completely died. So at the end we figured it was the alternator, found out online about other drivers with same issue with same model and year car and of a recall being done.
Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact stated when the vehicle was turned on the brake light and battery warning lights illuminated. On a separate occasion the vehicle also stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer confirmed the alternator needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware the failure and they confirmed the VIN failed to qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number:05v319000 (electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 118,000 and the current mileage was 118,300. Rvk.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 30 mph the vehicle stalled without any warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the battery and alternator belt needed to be replaced. The remedy failed to correct the failure, two weeks later the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance and referred her to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 140,000.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact was driving approximately 2 mph in reverse. When pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal there was a loud noise on the front passenger side of vehicle. The engine was turned off and restarted. The battery and brake warning light indicators were illuminated on the instrument panel. The warning light remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. An authorized dealer stated that there was a recall repair performed on the vehicle per NHTSA campaign id number 05v319000 (electrical system: alternator/ generator/ regulator). The failure occurred after the recall repair was performed. The failure mileage was 61,000.
My Murano suddenly would not accelerate and the abs and brake lights illuminated. The same exact description of the original recall for the alternator. I had to tow to dealer and luckily I still was under extended warranty so it was mostly covered. Called Nissan this morning and they informed me that the recall was already performed for my vehicle in September of 2006. Obviously they didn't learn from their original mistake. They should be doing repair again for free and paying for the battery that got fried in the process.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. The contact noticed that the vehicle was losing power while driving at an unknown speed. A few seconds later, the vehicle regained power. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the battery and alternator; however, the vehicle still did not have power. The dealer stated that the transmission also needed to be replaced at the estimated cost of $5,000. A report was filed with the manufacturer (number 6529588) and they stated that they would call the contact back. The current and failure mileages were 78,000.
I never received a recall notice on my vehicle from Nissan, as I was driving home on Wednesday, 8/20/08 my vehicle just stopped operation as I was going through an intersection, luckily there was no traffic. I coasted to the side of the road and turned off the car. After having it towed I found out it was the alternator which cost me $456. 73. I found out from the garage that this vehicle had a recall, I again was never informed and would like to received reimbursement for this expense.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Murano. While driving approximately 60 mph, the alternator and brake light indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle came to a complete stop and was towed to the dealer. The dealer stated that the alternator was the cause of the failure. The dealer replaced the alternator at the cost of $874. The manufacturer stated that the dealer in vermont replaced the alternator under NHTSA campaign id number 05v319000 (electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator). The dealer in connecticut stated that the recall repair was never performed. The manufacturer stated that the campaign expired in 2006; therefore, they were not responsible for reimbursement and would not provide documentation with the recalled information. The failure mileage was 46,095 and current mileage was 46,095 updated 06/16/08.
Nhtsa recall # p5215/05v-319, Nissan motors recall of defective alternator. Alternator was replaced in Jul 06 as per recall, replacement alternator failed 20 Jan 08 as per same symptoms that initiated recall. Vehicle belongs to daughter and Nissan would not replace for free, submitted arbitration to Nissan hq and was denied. Updated.
Alternator tensioner bracket failed (snapped) prematurely due to metal fatigue in the part causing loud rattle to come from vehicle. Tensioner assembly (bracket and belt) had to be replaced at a cost of $352. Vehicle was barely out of warranty.
Fan / alternator belt shredded on 04' Murano with less than 26,000 miles. Caught and taken to dealer before complete failure. Same thing happened on 02 maxima with approx. Same mileage. Maxima belt failed completely, needed jumper box to charge alternator enough to get home. Dealer has no explanation for belt failures, but both vehicles have the same engine, and seems like a design flaw.
Alternator adjusting bracket - Jan 29, 2007 today, I had to have my 2004 Nissan Murano serviced due to a coolant leak that I noticed. When looking at the vehicle, entire underbody was filled with coolant and no coolant remained in the resevoir. The dealer serviced the vehicle and documented the issue as the alternator adjusting bracket having broken and rupturing the hose, fan pulley and the power steering belt being negatively impacted. After speaking with the service tech. , there have been multiple times that he has seen this issue. With an obvious repeating issue in the vehicles, the severity of damage to the vehicle (bracket breaks, alternator loosens in hood and damages surrounding mechanisms, or occupants (operation of vehicle not ideal with bracket broken, impacting surrounding mechanisms (power steering belt, fan, alternator, coolant system) that could result, and the customer dissatisfaction of having this issue and incurring the costs to repair.
: the contact stated while traveling 25 mph on dry normal road conditions, the vehicle stalled, and was able to be restarted. The vehicle stalled again, after traveling 10 yards. It was towed to the dealership, who performed a diagnostic, and determined that the alternator needed to be replaced. The check engine and battery light were illuminated prior to the incident. The stalling recurred a year later on 07/17/06 while traveling 30 mph. The check engine light was illuminated prior to the incident. The vehicle was restarted and driven to another dealership, who replaced the throttle meter. This corrected the problem. On 10/24/06, the problem recurred while traveling 30 mph, and was towed to another dealership, who could not service the vehicle due to lack of parts needed for the diagnostic. The vehicle was towed to another dealership, who determined the automatic transmission was defective, and was replaced. This remedied the problem. The contact wrote a complaint letter to the manufacturer and dealer on 10/29/06, but had yet to receive a response. Updated 12/28/2006 -.
Vehicle had recall issued on July 14th, 2005. The recall was changing the alternator. Our vehicle had the recall performed several months ago. The recall was to make sure the vehicle does not fail while driving (shut down). Our vehicle shut down while driving on 9/28/06, after it had recall performed. It had the exact consequence as if the recall had not been performed.
: the contact stated, while traveling at 50 mph. , the brake and battery warning lights illuminated just before the vehicle lost power and the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to a service dealer, where an inspection found a defective alternator was the cause.
: the contact stated the vehicle stalled intermittently. A NHTSA recall, #05v319000 was performed on the vehicle on March 28, 2005 concerning the electrical system; alternator/ generator/ regulator however, the recall did not remedy the problem. The dealership would not offer a second repair without charge under the recall.
2004 Nissan Murano broke down, upon inspection mechanic determined it was the alternator. The alternator was replaced. Consumer was not notified about a recall on the alternator. ***** the consumer requested reimbursement.
Had the alternator replaced on a recall - subsequent the vehicle stopped 3 times without warning in traffic - transmission not engaged and no power - rolled to stop on highway and battery is dead so cannot restart - returned to dealer twice and first said they had forgot to reflash the engine after the recall installation of the alternator - after that it stopped again in traffic without warning for the third time - returned to dealer and they said this time the alternator cable was loose - since I felt the vehicle unsafe to drive, I asked they contact Nissan at least for a new alternator and was willing to try one last time - Nissan service refused to help and then I considered the vehicle unsafe to drive - unfortunately I am able via our lease company to dispose of this vehicle and get another - please check your records because in my case, the problems started after the alternator change and it is very dangerous to stall unexpectedly in freeway traffic - all happened in first quarter 2006 - service details available if requested.
The contact stated the charger warning and brake warning lights illuminated. He immediately took the vehicle to the dealership. He spoke with half a dozen people in the dealership, who stated they were unaware of any problem with the vehicle in regard to the lights. The next morning he called the dealership to make an appointment for service. Upon looking up the VIN,they found there was recall 05v319000 concerning the alternator. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the work was performed. Approximately 24 days later he received the recall letter concerning the alternator. The contact was concerned that he did not receive the letter in a timely manner, and they only sent it because of the failure. The manufacturer has not been contacted . Updated 3/17/2006 - the recall letter was received four month after the failure occurred. When the alternator failed the vehicle went into safe mode and could not be drive forward, only in reverse.
2004 Murano was recalled for bad alternators - I never received recall notice; however, while driving in 6 lanes of traffic, warnings lights came on. The alternator was replaced by a Nissan dealership, whether from the campaign recall or my extended warranty, unsure. Now, I had to replace the battery, which no allowance has been applied to the above recall for the roll out affect. There has been 3 recalls for this vehicle, so far.
I lost engine power while in motion and hit a pole. Related to NHTSA recall id number: 05v319000. Same issue happened 5-27-05. Recall date July 14, was not notified of recall. Car was in Nissan dealership on 3 occasions since original repair, and had just left the shop 3 days prior to engine failure and collision.
My vehicle is at 22,000 miles. I am on my way to work, when the check engine light suddenly comes on. No sooner than the light came on, my car suddenly looses power, and coasts to a stop. I called giles Nissan of lafayette, la, and had the vehicle towed in. I had an appointment set up from 2 weeks before this for the alternator recall and because my cd player kept saying check disc, and would not play a cd. This happened the Wednesday before my scheduled appointment. So my car is at Nissan overnight before I get a call saying they are just getting to my car, and that they do not have a loaner for me. I was told that it was the "throttle position sensor" that was bad, and that they had overnighted the part, but that the alternator and cd player would take longer. Which really blew my mind, since I had an appointment to have those two things fixed. After almost 5 days without a vehicle, we bugged the dealership enough, that they finally got me a loaner car. On the Monday. On Wednesday, they called and said my car was ready. I picked the car up, and on my way home, the check engine light came on again. I was so afraid that the car would stop on me again, and now I'm in the middle of 5:00 traffic. The car is sputtering. Kind of jumping. Idling really high, and then when I go to stop, the car's rpms jump up above 1, and then back down before stopping. This causes the car to jump forward or jerk forward a bit. I dropped the car off this morning, and they said now one of the cylinders is misfiring. I don't know why my car was given back to me if it was not fixed. The problems I am having a serious. These could be potentially deadly problems.
The caller said she has a recall on her vehicle and cannot get the work done. She said her charge light is coming on, and the brake light is coming on, but she is not experiencing any other problems. Received manufacturing recall p5215 concerning alternator. Dealer said they do not have the parts. Manufacturer was called a week ago, and they said they will call her back, but have not called her yet.