Transfer case poll - Page 2 - Nissan Murano

**Eric L.** · 01-15-2007, 12:11 AM

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Originally posted by DavidSMCA
OPPS... I don't have AWD and I voted "yes" on the poll. But, I did have a leak from my transmission. It was fixed..(under warranty), @ 39,500 miles.
David

Poll adjusted for you.

GripperDon · 01-15-2007, 12:55 AM

I had 2 SL Front drive and voted No once Can you adjust for that?

**Eric L.** · 01-15-2007, 12:57 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by GripperDon
I had 2 SL Front drive and voted No once Can you adjust for that?

Yes and done.

eddy_bell · 01-25-2007, 12:55 PM

2004 Murano SE

1st transfer case cracked, Murano dead/stalled in traffic miles 10K
2nd transfer case cracked, Murano dead/stalled in traffic miles 33K
3rd transfer case cracked, Murano dead/stalled in traffic miles 83K

Just a note
rear differential split, Murano dead/stalled in traffic miles 80K

It seems that Nissan has a problem designing and building mechanically simple devices. This issue is not only a financial issue ($8500 in the last 2 months) but more importantly a safety issue. Each time I had a failure it was catastrophic and left me unable to move the Murano out of traffic. Fortunately traffic was moving slowly and resulted in no accidents. If it had been at highway speed it would have been another story. Also dumping all that oil on the road when the failure happen doesn’t help the safety situation.

**njjoe** · 01-25-2007, 02:24 PM

eddy_bell-

That may just be the worst tale of woe I have seen on this forum. Three transfer case failures on one MO!! That is most definitely a record. The failed rear differential just takes the cake.

Has Nissan been helpful at all with your situation?

Good luck with the new x-fer case.

-njjoe

**Eric L.** · 01-25-2007, 02:54 PM

Did Nissan ever explain why the part kept on failing? I hate it when dealers just give you a generic "mechanical failure" or "internal failure" without a reason why it broke.

biggun · 01-25-2007, 03:23 PM

Interesting how alot of failures are wit the 2003 and in Canada. I think like most problems with the Mo, you need to take into account the year and location to be objective.

Tyler_Canada · 01-26-2007, 12:06 AM

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Originally posted by biggun
Interesting how alot of failures are wit the 2003 and in Canada. I think like most problems with the Mo, you need to take into account the year and location to be objective.

Well, given that you could only buy AWD Muranos for the first year (or two?) in Canada, that's part of it. No transfer case to fail on a lot of the 2003 U.S. Muranos. Also, the newer ones are for the most part not getting up to the mileage where the transfer cases are failing... yet.

eddy_bell · 01-26-2007, 12:44 AM

No, when asked for some help they said "Nissan declines to help with this issue" I plan to see if there is any legal recourse. I will also see if there is any way to force a recall because of the safety issue and because of the number of people that have had this issue. If I file legal action then on discovery I will be able to find out the real number of transfer cases that have failed.

GripperDon · 01-26-2007, 01:09 AM

IMO the part is evidently weak and under designed for the task at hand. Such a part should just not fail period. All the manufacturers with this acceptable % of failures is just self-serving c*** IMO.

equi57 · 02-18-2007, 01:22 PM

Hi there
Just bought a used 03 SE AWD. Noticed a small drop of oil on the ground approximately in the center part of the engine. Also noticed a faint oil smell occasionally. The inspection that was done showed no oil leaks. Is this what every one is talking about with regards to the transfer case and what's the cost to repair?
Thanks
Marty

**jaak** · 02-18-2007, 01:42 PM

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Originally posted by Tyler_Canada
In his case it was a leaky seal.

No it was cracked, which is why they've taken the bite out of the AWD with the new controller and switch. It's underdesigned.

Not only is that an issue, when it cracks, it can stress the transmission case and damage it as well.

The dealer told me how they preferred to change both, but Nissan was backing off and only changing the transfer case, then waiting to see if that cured it.

For mine, it still leaked after the transfer case replacement and controller downgrade to the newer one.

I traded it in after a month and a half of waiting. The Nissan Dealer called me another month or so after that to tell me the parts were in. I told them to call the Dodge dealer that had it up for sale.

Cryogenix · 02-24-2007, 12:54 PM

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equi57 · 02-24-2007, 11:21 PM

Well as it turned out I had a seal leak at the transfer case and the left axle. Thank goodness it was covered under warranty. I have 89000km. They did a thorough inspection of the transfer case and found no problems.

**njjoe** · 02-24-2007, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by equi57
Well as it turned out I had a seal leak at the transfer case and the left axle. Thank goodness it was covered under warranty. I have 89000km. They did a thorough inspection of the transfer case and found no problems.

57-

Hmmm.... The left-front axle does not connect to the transfer case. It's actually the trans-axle assembly.

-njjoe

View Poll Results: Have you had a transfer case leak or failure?
Yes	178	58.17%
No	128	41.83%
Voters: 306. You may not vote on this poll

01-15-2007, 12:55 AM	#17 (permalink)
GripperDon Mr. 3 K, 3/3/5. 5K,10/5/7 Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: PB5-926 Posts: 5,077	I guess I blew it... I had 2 SL Front drive and voted No once Can you adjust for that? __________________ Previous Owner of, The Mod Mo, 05, SL, FWD, Platinum, Charcoal Leather, Touring, Technology Pkgs., TPMS etc. Chrome Wheels, Roof Rack Bbars. Cargo Protector. Extended Warranty, X-Tire, AutoMate. Leatherique treated leather. Diamond Window Tint, Tires 3 step balanced. Stainless Steel Laser Cut Grill. Glass VIN etch, Debadged. Silver Painted Calipers. 1300F Ceramic painted Muffler. B-Quite Supreme, sound matting. External Sound ndercoated. White Led Parking Lights. Led Front Door Entrance Lights. Yellow Ion Fogs. Silver-Amber Front Turn Signals. Hella 100 Watt @ 5000K Driving Lights. SAT receiver–Delphi XM Roady2 Hidden Antenna install. Fan cooled Inverter AC to Xbox. MTX 200 watt auto on Amp deciated power to Bose Sub Woofer. PAC-Niss dual aux in for Sat and X Box audio. Generator Labs NoNag modded Rear Camera. “NAV Box" W/Modded X Box X2 Chip. DVD’s, MP3 & JPEG pics ,160 gig HD / Wireless Lynksis 802.11G Ethernet link. Runs Xbox Media Center. rear Bumper Protector. Selectable Horns: OEM MO/WoLo air. Tinted Tails-Bright bulbs. Tweeters tilted + 19uf mod. Lower Grill Stone Shield. Front Floor Amber Courtesy Lights. Chrome over Stainless Rocker Bars. Wireless LED Turn Signal Mirrors. Top mounted Led Stop Light modded with The backoff.

01-25-2007, 02:24 PM	#20 (permalink)
njjoe Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Jersey Shore (not THAT Jersey Shore, the real one) Posts: 11,740	eddy_bell- That may just be the worst tale of woe I have seen on this forum. *Three* transfer case failures on one MO!! That is most definitely a record. The failed rear differential just takes the cake. Has Nissan been helpful at all with your situation? Good luck with the new x-fer case. -njjoe __________________ 2005 SL AWD, Platinum -OEM HID conversion & HID fogs -OEM iPod interface -Upgraded (non-Bose) speakers - Pioneer TS-A1702C & TS-G1643R -Muth signal mirrors -Valley Industries hitch and wiring harness -Aluminum fuel tank shields

01-25-2007, 02:54 PM	#21 (permalink)
Eric L. Moderator Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 8,199	Did Nissan ever explain why the part kept on failing? I hate it when dealers just give you a generic "mechanical failure" or "internal failure" without a reason why it broke. __________________ 2003 Midnight Blue SE AWD w/VDC Colgan Bra, Mobil One, JWT POP charger PAC aux input adapter, hardwired Escort Passport x50, KUDA mount for MP3 player, Porterfield R4S brake pads (now Akebono ProACT), ATE Superblue Yokohama Envigor (much improved over stock Goodyears) Lots of squeaks and rattles.

01-25-2007, 03:23 PM	#22 (permalink)
biggun Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Granite State Posts: 1,034	Interesting how alot of failures are wit the 2003 and in Canada. I think like most problems with the Mo, you need to take into account the year and location to be objective. __________________ 05 Merlot AWD S w/Convenience Package, Tow Package, Sirius Radio Upgrades: - OEM Homelink Mirror, Tweeters, FOG (on with parklight) - 2007 OEM Chrome HVAC Knobs, Alum. Rear Protector, Wheels - Alum. Pedals & LED Lights in Vents Future Upgrades (hopefully some day): - LED Taillight Upgrade (have parts for control board) - OEM HID Headlights (have parts)

01-25-2007, 12:55 PM	#19 (permalink)
eddy_bell Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 2	2004 Murano SE 1st transfer case cracked, Murano dead/stalled in traffic miles 10K 2nd transfer case cracked, Murano dead/stalled in traffic miles 33K 3rd transfer case cracked, Murano dead/stalled in traffic miles 83K Just a note rear differential split, Murano dead/stalled in traffic miles 80K It seems that Nissan has a problem designing and building mechanically simple devices. This issue is not only a financial issue ($8500 in the last 2 months) but more importantly a safety issue. Each time I had a failure it was catastrophic and left me unable to move the Murano out of traffic. Fortunately traffic was moving slowly and resulted in no accidents. If it had been at highway speed it would have been another story. Also dumping all that oil on the road when the failure happen doesn’t help the safety situation.

01-26-2007, 12:44 AM	#24 (permalink)
eddy_bell Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 2	No, when asked for some help they said "Nissan declines to help with this issue" I plan to see if there is any legal recourse. I will also see if there is any way to force a recall because of the safety issue and because of the number of people that have had this issue. If I file legal action then on discovery I will be able to find out the real number of transfer cases that have failed.

01-26-2007, 01:09 AM	#25 (permalink)
GripperDon Mr. 3 K, 3/3/5. 5K,10/5/7 Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: PB5-926 Posts: 5,077	Go eddy Go IMO the part is evidently weak and under designed for the task at hand. Such a part should just not fail period. All the manufacturers with this acceptable % of failures is just self-serving c*** IMO. __________________ Previous Owner of, The Mod Mo, 05, SL, FWD, Platinum, Charcoal Leather, Touring, Technology Pkgs., TPMS etc. Chrome Wheels, Roof Rack Bbars. Cargo Protector. Extended Warranty, X-Tire, AutoMate. Leatherique treated leather. Diamond Window Tint, Tires 3 step balanced. Stainless Steel Laser Cut Grill. Glass VIN etch, Debadged. Silver Painted Calipers. 1300F Ceramic painted Muffler. B-Quite Supreme, sound matting. External Sound ndercoated. White Led Parking Lights. Led Front Door Entrance Lights. Yellow Ion Fogs. Silver-Amber Front Turn Signals. Hella 100 Watt @ 5000K Driving Lights. SAT receiver–Delphi XM Roady2 Hidden Antenna install. Fan cooled Inverter AC to Xbox. MTX 200 watt auto on Amp deciated power to Bose Sub Woofer. PAC-Niss dual aux in for Sat and X Box audio. Generator Labs NoNag modded Rear Camera. “NAV Box" W/Modded X Box X2 Chip. DVD’s, MP3 & JPEG pics ,160 gig HD / Wireless Lynksis 802.11G Ethernet link. Runs Xbox Media Center. rear Bumper Protector. Selectable Horns: OEM MO/WoLo air. Tinted Tails-Bright bulbs. Tweeters tilted + 19uf mod. Lower Grill Stone Shield. Front Floor Amber Courtesy Lights. Chrome over Stainless Rocker Bars. Wireless LED Turn Signal Mirrors. Top mounted Led Stop Light modded with The backoff.

02-18-2007, 01:22 PM	#26 (permalink)
equi57 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 15	Hi there Just bought a used 03 SE AWD. Noticed a small drop of oil on the ground approximately in the center part of the engine. Also noticed a faint oil smell occasionally. The inspection that was done showed no oil leaks. Is this what every one is talking about with regards to the transfer case and what's the cost to repair? Thanks Marty

02-24-2007, 12:54 PM	#28 (permalink)
Cryogenix Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 119	.

02-24-2007, 11:21 PM	#29 (permalink)
equi57 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 15	Well as it turned out I had a seal leak at the transfer case and the left axle. Thank goodness it was covered under warranty. I have 89000km. They did a thorough inspection of the transfer case and found no problems.

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