| Issue ID | 1048668 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10573516 |
| Manufacurer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | MURANO |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 15/01/14 |
| Component | SEATS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Noticed seat was tilted to left and wobbly. Upon accelerating or making turns the seat would actually rotate slightly toward the back left corner of the seat. Took to dealer in feb and was told they have replaced "alot of them" and gave us an estimate of $1555. 79 plus tax to repair. When asked about a recall due to potential danger, technician acknowledged danger but simply said his hands were tied because no recall had been made. Gave us number for nissan consumer affairs but told us to expect a denial, which is exactly what we received. Review of internet complaints and nhtsa website revealed many owners with same problem and some who faced seriously dangerous situations because of it. Thankfully, no one has apparently been hurt yet, but the potential is certainly there. Wanted to add our experience to the public dialog with the hope that nissan will reconsider its position. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 94000 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | PORTABLE SAFETY COMPLAINT FORM (PDF) |
| City and State | MIDDLETON, WI |
| VIN pattern | JN8AZ08W36WXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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