The 2007 Nissan Murano Rear Subframe Recalls

Jan 15, 2021

Over time, rust and corrosion can take its toll on any vehicle. However, when the subframe begins to rust prematurely, this can pose some serious safety risks. And unfortunately, the 2007 Nissan Murano has been known to have rust and corrosion issues with its rear subframe.

Are there any 2007 Nissan Murano rear subframe recalls?

As of September 2020, no formal recall notices have been issued. Still, there are dozens of complaints on the NHTSA website and in Vehicle History reviews documenting these issues.

If you own a 2007 Nissan Murano, read on to learn more about these common rear subframe problems. We’ll also cover how to check your vehicle for open safety recalls and explain how to have them repaired for free.

Silver 2007 Nissan Murano From Front-Driver Side

Rear Subframe Corrosion

NHTSA Complaint ID: 11337918

In this July 2020 complaint filed with the NHTSA, a 2007 Nissan Murano was brought to an independent mechanic for an unrelated repair. While there, the owner was informed that the rear subframe was severely corroded, that the rear wheels were turned inward, and that the vehicle was not safe to drive.

This was discovered at around 168,000 miles, though no repairs were made to the subframe.

Rusted Rear Subframe Causing Sway Bar Detachment

NHTSA Complaint ID: 11269851

The owner of this 2007 Nissan Murano filed an NHTSA complaint in October of 2019, reporting that upon taking the vehicle to a mechanic for regular maintenance, the mechanic noted that the rear subframe was severely corroded and the sway bar was completely detached on the passenger’s side.

This failure occurred with only about 39,000 miles on the vehicle’s odometer.

Shaking Caused By Deteriorating Rear Subframe

NHTSA Complaint ID: 11255318

In this 2019 NHTSA complaint, the owner of a 2007 Nissan Murano claims that the vehicle began shaking while driving down the road. Upon stopping to inspect the vehicle, the owner noticed that the rear wheels appeared to be out of alignment.

The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic, where it was discovered that the rear subframe was “rusted and falling to pieces.”However, no other rust or corrosion was noted on the rest of the vehicle. According to the owner, the vehicle was deemed unsafe to drive.

What Should You Do if Your 2007 Nissan Murano Has a Recall?

Only time will tell whether this issue with the 2007 Murano’s rear subframe will result in a recall. In the meantime, why not check your vehicle for other open recalls by going to the NHTSA recall page? All you need to do is enter your VIN.

If you need any help scheduling a recall repair, reach out to Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. This is also a great resource if you have any questions about any recall(s) pertaining to your vehicle or the recall process.

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Dann Scow on August 1, 2023

2007 Nissan Murano . Rear frame corrosion.

I have a 2007 Murano. I noticed the car was really hard riding , you could feel every bump. I put new tires on the car . In February and 1 day passenger rear tire was low when I when to look the rear tire was completely bald on the inside down to the cord. In closer inspection I saw that both rear tires were having the same problem and were ruined and un drive able I put the car in my garage and jacked it up I took the 2 back tires off of the car and took them back to the tire dealer to checkout the tires and I was told it was a alignment problem . I ordered new tires and had them mounted on the rims. When I got home. I crawled under the rear of the car and saw the car frame completely rotted thru. On both rear sides. The car is not safe to drive? I have left the car in my garage for about 1 month trying to figure a way to fix it it is all jacked up still. I stared by putting new struts on the front both sides, and I was going to repair the rear. I ordered new Shocks / shruts for the rear . But I never put them on . The frame on the rear was so deteriorated

Bernard Cherry bcherry212@yahoo.com on May 2, 2022

Same problem with the Infiniti Fx35 2009

I had the same problem with my Infiniti Fx35 on the driver side the radius rod broke off from rust from the rear crossmember, It came apart at the weld joints. You can feel the rear end shifting to the left if you apply the breaks hard. It almost feels as if the rear end is coming out from under the vehicle. I contacted Infiniti and they did NOTHING! I would be willing to get a class action law suit started on this subject if anyone else is interested because clearly something needs to be done before someone gets killed. I found a salvage yard that had a crossmember so I plan on removing the old one and installing another one myself little by little over the summer. I will never purchase another Infiniti vehicle and they asked how likely I would in the future....

John on February 12, 2023

Sub frame

I have a a 2007 Nissan Murano with 163000 miles. I don't drive it much. Its a back up car. The back end started to make noises like the shocks were broken. I had it checked and found out the sub frame was rusted out and cracked. We are trying to find a replacement up here in Chicago, but we have to look south. Since there is no recall, I'm stuck. It is parked now. I will rely on my Dodge caravan. Its a much better car. No more Jap cars. This is something I did not expect on this type of vehicle. When it comes to something like this, you don't expect it, even before you check them over before you buy it. The government needs to step in. Somebody is going to get killed here.

John A on February 12, 2023

Subframe on 2007 Nissan Murano

I discovered my subframe was rusted out with a check on the back end of my vehicle yesterday. The frame is shot. The car has 163000 miles on it and is used as a back up car when my dodge is in the shop, or as a change of pace in driving. Since I live in Chicago, and the potholes are ruthless this added to the problem. This was unexpected. I through these cars were built pretty good. Nope. You don't see this problem on good American cars. We have to find a subframe down south. You don't think Nissan knew this. I'm sure they did. They just built them and got them out the door. For now I will use my Dodge van, which is a a way better car and its a 2012

Ruth Walker on October 20, 2021

Owner of a 2007 Nissan Murano

I have a 2007 Nissan Murano and 2 days ago lost complete control of my vehicle, but by the Grace of God, no other vehicle was coming and I was able to pull on the side of the road. Once I called AAA for a toll, the driver stated that my rear cradle was completely rusted and had cracked, which my driver side back wheel was turned inward. He stated he has towed several Nissan which has had the same premature problem, also stating this should not happen with the age of the vehicle. He said I am looking at at least $1000-$1500 in repairs. I agree, Nissan should definitely have a recall on this continue issue, before someone gets seriously hurt.

Suttyn smith on May 2, 2023

Rear frame rusting

I bought a cute purple 2007 Nissan murano it was a dream car of mine until one day pulling out of a friends the front passenger tire falls completely off the axle got that fixed for hundreds of dollars only for the rear to rust out and almost kill me on the freeway tires were turned inward it was pulling me into other lanes of traffic estimated 1200 to fix I do NOT recommend the 2007 murano especially for a young driver they’re not safe and it may be too late by the time you figure out what’s going on I really don’t understand why there’s not a recall when so many people have had the same issue and this is life threatening

Mile & Sharleen Mains on August 14, 2021

Owners of a 2007 Nissian Murrano

My husband and I have filed a claim with the NHTSA concerning the corrosion of the rear subframe of our Nissian. Our last conversation with the NHTSA concerning our claim and request for a recall was that since Nissian was settling with us what more could we ask? This isn’t about us receiving a settlement, this is a major safety concern and people need to be aware. Why isn’t the NHTSA doing another major recall after receiving hundreds of re ent complaints?? Apparently this isn’t new news considering there was a major recall in 2006 of over 400,000 Nissian’s due to corrosion of the rear subframe.

Daddy-Butter on February 4, 2022

Dissatisfied Nissan Owner...

WOW Sad to have learned that I too am victim to Nissan Muranos faulty suspension that could have caused serious injury or death to me and/or my daughter. My experience started when my vehicle started to fishtail (rear end whipping back and forth side to side) when we started to get some snow. Thought it was something wrong with the new tires so I took it in to the repair shop only to learn the rear k sub frame suspension rusted through at 2 safety points on both driver and passenger side. This is a serious safety issue problem.

Sharleen Mains on July 24, 2021

Owner of a 2007 Nissian Murrano

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO RECEIVE AN UNKNOWN REPAIR, AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE THERE WAS SEVERE CORROSION TO THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE REAR WHEELS WERE TURNED INWARD. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO BE DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. AN UNKNOWN DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 168,000.

Bridgett Szymkiewicz on August 29, 2023

Rear subframe rusting to dust

My 2007 Murano was driving bad swaying in a snowstorm so bad I had to stop wait for snow to end…..afterwards didn’t drive it much didn’t feel safe I noticedin the spring when I wanted to drive it againthe rear tires were showing wires but only on inside I went to get rear wheel alignment after buying new tires and found out my sway bar completely broke of of my k frame…..kframe was completely rusted….very scary why hasn’t this part been recalled I only have 86000 miles on this vehicle

Gary on October 30, 2023

NISSAN SHOULD BE ASHAMED

Took ourMurano to our mechanic to get rack in pinion replaced due to a leak in a hose, we were informed about the rear frame and the crusting out of this and were told that it would eventually break. And this was in 2022. One year later and sure enuff it broke. With all the frames that this year of Murano has had there should be a recall but I have also heard that Nissan knew about the problem and sold the patent just to get out of having to do a recall. SHAME ON NISSAN

Fonda on December 3, 2021

2006 Nissan Murano S

I’ve been seeing this same complaint on many platforms!! I to have a Murano (2006) where the rear subframe is corroded!! I noticed that my back wheels were leaning inward. Took it to my mechanic and that was the problem! Was told that it would be between $1500-$2000 to repair! I don’t understand why there is no recall for this mess!! I only have 156,189 miles on my vehicle.

Antonio on March 31, 2022

2007 Nissan Murano Rear subframe

I almost lost my life due to a rear subframe failure. My Murano started to fishtail out of control and the subframe completely detached from my car. Luckly I was not driving on the highway or else I could of been killed. Please file a claim with the NHTSA before someone gets seriously hurts. Nissan should be ashamed. Cost me about $10000 in repairs.

Rocco on December 27, 2021

Froio

Prior to the clunking noise coming from the rear right brake I noticed the rear wheels tilted inward, didn't think much of it at the time, I had just gotten back from a long trip and the thought of what could had happened was disturbing. Upon inspection the K frame was rotted through in multiple area's, the sway bardetached. Nissan! Never again.

Abigail ramos on March 18, 2022

Damaged

This should be a recall,I have also 2007NM,and almost got in a accident with my kids,car was wobbly and my daughter was like what was that,I decided to go home,when I got home noticed my tires ware inward,have no car now,don’t have to money to buy another right,and I pick up my kids everyday,and now asking for rides,please help

Gavin on August 10, 2022

2010 Nissan Murano Cracked Subframe

I've been searching to find if there is a recall on Muranos for the subframe issue. My 2010 has the same issue. Pep boys wanted $2400 to replace it! This is ridiculous, the car is 12 years old. If so many vehicles are having rust issue so this extent, it's certainly a design flaw and should be recalled.

Shimon on February 17, 2022

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My 2009 Murano has had similar issues with sub frame rust. The car can't be driven . I have gotten repair quotes for 3500 minimum and no promises that it won't go higher. I heard from two independent people that they are getting frequent requests for subframe repairs these days. Recall, please!

Cheryl on April 5, 2022

Another k frame rusted through!

I was driving home in the rain when my 2007 NM started to fishtail. I had no control of the car at speeds of 15-20mph. Took the car for new tires and the repair man told me about the K frame being completely rusted from the body.. This needs to be a recall! My car only has 157,000 miles on it.

Ronald on August 20, 2022

Dangerus Corrosion on the rear sub frame

2005 nissan murano a car that has being on the road for only 16 years the rear sub frame has corroded to the point ofbreaking on corrosion dust it so sad to have to spend so much more money to have it repaired. Our lives are on danger with this cars being this bad.

Heather on October 30, 2021

2004 murano

I know this topic is for the 07 murano but this also happened to my 2004 nissan murano about 5/6 months ago. And mind you the vehicle had hardly any rust, just a tiny bit on the body near the tire. Seems like this is a huge issue for all muranos no matter the year

Danielle on August 26, 2022

Frame

Car wiggles in the back I heard the rear tire rubbing brought it to the mechanic shop today they tell me the frame rusted out and it’s UNSAFE TO DRIVE….. Where’s the RECALL this is sad they don’t care about safety just money sad world we live in

William on March 15, 2022

Husband

My wife has a 2007 nissan murano, she told me it was driving weird to find out the passengers lower control arm was completely broken off, only being held up be the exhaust which is now damaged as well. Shame, her vehicle only had 98k at time of failure

Taee on March 25, 2022

Subframe

I have a 2007 Nissan Murano and I was told that my subframe was broken and that it is unsafe to drive. I only had this vehicle four months, and I can't find anyone to fix it besides a dealership. That part definitely needs to be recalled.

Rachael T on July 6, 2021

2009 Nissan Mirano

I bought my vehicle from someone and he lied through his teeth about it. After a year and $8,000 of repairs the rear subframe has cracked in half. Literally. All that money gone and now I have noe vehicle. Why is this not recalled?!

Helen Rowin on September 1, 2022

I have a 2007 Nissan Murano the rear k frame rusted out and my wheels where turned into my car making it impossible to drive. My sons jacked my car up and when they did the k frame crumbled into peace’s witch ment I could have had a very bad accident I have called many place’s to see if I could get a second hand part but every place I have called says the same problem with every single one they have had. My question is why haven’t they put a recall on this part before someone get killed

The Nissan Murano in 2007 k frame is bad on almost every single car so I’m wondering why the have not had a recall on this part before someone has a bad accident and dies from this result

M.Skinner on November 24, 2022

Concerned citizen.

Junkie Nissan. It sounds like who's ever in charge of making a decision on making Nissan liable for for their cars problems might be getting a kick back from Nissan. Just my 2 cents.

Ronald on August 20, 2022

Rear subframe corroded

This is dangerous 😳 nissan is being lucky till now no one has been injured on accidents but they need to fix all this problems 😢

Ventrice mason on October 10, 2022

Rear subframe

Rear subframe rusted to the core, was told by nissan they don't even carry that part anymore! Right Now am vehicleless

Danielle S

Danielle S. is a writer with more than 10 years of experience covering the automotive industry. She lives in Indiana ("The Crossroads of America") but enjoys road-tripping around the country whenever she gets the chance.