| Issue ID | 820312 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10358854 |
| Manufacurer | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | MURANO |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 01/10/10 |
| Component | VISIBILITY |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 2006 nissan murano driver & passenger sun visor does not stay in place. The mechanism for the sun visor malfunctions. When placed in the up, locked in position (not in use) it pulls away and hangs loosely. When placed downward to block the sun the visor does not stay in a locked and angled position. It has suddenly dropped and obstructed my view. This is a safety hazard and may result in an auto collision. I live in colorado where the majority of our days are sunny. I am often forced to support the sun visor by holding it in place with my left hand while driving only with my right hand. This is a safety concern for me, as a driver should have both hands on the wheel while driving, i wear sunglasses however, the suns glare is often so intense that the visor is necessary especially during rush hour traffic when i am driving west towards the sunset. The last time my visor malfunctioned was yesterday, 10/1/10 while commuting in heavy rush hour traffic (5pm mst). Nissan corporation should take action to recall & replace the sun visor mechanism. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 35000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | LAKEWOOD, CO |
| VIN pattern | JN8AZ08W16WXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 50 |
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