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moderate Owners of the 2013 Nissan Murano have filed 11 NHTSA complaints about the steering, typically surfacing around 70,000 miles at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 Murano | 34 |
| 2010 Murano | 6 |
| 2012 Murano | 5 |
| 2013 Murano (this page) | 11 |
| 2014 Murano | 21 |
| 2015 Murano | 6 |
| 2017 Murano | 5 |
Of the 11 steering complaints filed for the 2013 Nissan Murano, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
No new NHTSA steering complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 8 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
If the power steering fluid leaks onto a heat source such as hot engine or exhaust components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when improperly dismounting and mounting tires. - TPMS sensors becoming damaged during mounting or dismounting tires are not covered under warranty. - To avoid such damage, ensure that the tire changer being used and the operator of the tire changer is capable of servicing run flat and low profile tires. - Operator?s manuals for such tire changers must be followed. See this bulletin for further detail.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing possible power steering gear (rack and pinion steering rack, or steering rack) leak issues, it may appear the steering rack is leaking when actually, it?s not. Use this service bulletin to help make a more accurate diagnosis of the steering rack. - Go to Power Steering Gear Inspection starting on page 2. See this bulletin for further detail.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into the following categories: a. Brake Noise: A squeak, squeal, clunk, or groan that occurs when the brakes are applied or released. b. Brake Judder: A vibration that can be felt in the vehicle, steering wheel or brake pedal when the brakes are applied. c. Pedal Feel: The effort needed to operate the brakes is too high or too low. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Verify the condition by road testing the vehicle with the customer. 2. Determine the specific brake incident based
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Owners of the 2013 Nissan Murano report power steering failures that range from difficult steering to complete loss of control while driving. The failures happen without warning lights—owners report suddenly losing assist on residential roads, downhill curves, and interstate highways. One owner experienced complete lock-up at 50-55 mph on a highway turn with semi trucks nearby; another lost steering on a remote downhill curve 15 minutes from home.
The root cause cited repeatedly is a plastic hose clamp that fails, allowing the power steering return hose to rub against the drive shaft and wear through. Multiple independent mechanics and auto shops confirmed this same defect, with shops reporting they've done multiple hose replacements on this model—many occurring under 50,000 miles. Owners note that several vehicles experienced failures despite being covered under the 2017 power steering recall (NHTSA Campaign 17V184000), and some repairs re-failed within months or years.
Fluid loss is rapid; one owner's reservoir dropped after topping it off at a gas station. Repairs involve replacing hoses, clamps, pumps, or entire rack-and-pinion assemblies, sometimes requiring extended dealer downtime. One owner reported trying multiple OEM parts during a two-week dealer visit.
Same Nissan Murano steering reports on nearby years: 2014
Complete or near-complete loss of power steering assist, causing the steering wheel to become extremely stiff or unmovable while driving. Owners reported losing steering assist on roadways ranging from residential streets to interstate highways, with some describing the failure happening suddenly during turns or without warning. Multiple owners experienced recurrence after previous repairs.
When: Between 25,000 and 120,000 miles; failures documented at 25k, 59k, 60k, 65k, 70k, and 120k miles. Some failures occurred years after purchase or after prior recall repairs.
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel extremely stiff or locked and immovable; Complete loss of power steering assist with no warning lights; Smoke from under the hood; Steering difficulty that improves briefly then recurs
Repairs/costs cited: Owners cite replacement of steering racks, steering hoses, clamps, pumps, and rack-and-pinion assemblies. One owner reported extended downtime (nearly 2 weeks at dealer) trying multiple OEM parts. Repair costs not specified in narratives, though one owner had $150 deductible under extended warranty (HALO).
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall NHTSA Campaign ID 17V184000 issued in 2017 for power steering high-pressure hose. However, multiple owners reported their VINs were not included in the recall despite experiencing identical failures. Several owners stated the vehicle was repaired under the recall, but the failure recurred after repair.
Plastic hose clamp failure allows the power steering return hose to rub against the drive shaft or other components, wearing a hole through the hose and causing fluid loss. Multiple independent mechanics and Nissan dealers confirmed the same defect. Owners noted that several auto shops reported performing multiple power steering hose replacements on this same model with less than 50,000 miles.
When: Documented between under 50,000 miles and 120,000 miles. One failure occurred in May 2018, approximately 4 years and 3 months after a 2014 recall repair.
Symptoms owners cite: Power steering fluid level drops quickly; Steering wheel becomes stiff or difficult to turn; Large puddles of fluid under the front end; Hose rubs against drive shaft or other components due to failed clamp
Repairs/costs cited: Hose clamp replacement and power steering hose replacement. One owner reported the clamp came loose and rubbed several holes in the hose and tube assembly. Multiple auto shops (Auto Victory, Youngstedts, Precision Tune) confirmed performing multiple hose replacements on this model.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall NHTSA Campaign ID 17V184000 (2017) addressed power steering high-pressure hose. One owner noted the vehicle was repaired under this recall but the return hose clamp issue (not the high-pressure hose) was not covered and later failed. Multiple owners stated the issue should have been recalled but was not.
Owners who had their vehicles repaired under the 2017 power steering recall experienced the same or similar power steering failures within months to years after the repair work was completed. This suggests the recall repair did not address the root cause or that replacement parts were defective.
When: Recall repairs documented in 2014 and 2/2/18; failures recurred in Sep 2017 (3.5 years after purchase), Dec 2017 (3.75 years), and 4/11/2019 (over 1 year after repair). One owner reported 'pretty sure it will need to be repaired within next 30k miles.'
Symptoms owners cite: Loss of power steering assist after previous recall repair; Steering wheel becomes stiff and difficult to turn; No warning lights illuminated; Failure occurs in dangerous driving situations (curves, downhill grades, interstate)
Repairs/costs cited: Original recall repair performed; subsequent failures required additional hose, clamp, and assembly replacements. One owner had the vehicle serviced at a Chevrolet dealer instead of Nissan due to poor prior dealer experience.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall NHTSA Campaign ID 17V184000 (2017) was intended to address steering failures but did not resolve the issue for affected owners. Owners explicitly stated the manufacturer did not assist or acknowledge the recurring failures.
Synthesized from 11 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
Purchased 2013 murano platinum in april 2014 with 25k miles on it. Within a few months, I had it to the dealer with a steering rack problem because the power steering had failed. After fixed, I didn't have another issue with steering until sep 2017 in which I couldn't turn the steering wheel at all. It had locked up while I was traveling from work to home on a sunday morning. Car went into…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Nissan murano. The contact stated that while driving, the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering hose clamp had malfunctioned causing a power steering fluid leak. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer cochran Nissan located at 3355 william penn hwy,…
While driving with family on a residential road, the power steering failed and steering wheel became extremely stiff. I quickly checked dashboard indicators and everything look okay and engine was still running. I pulled into gas station, popped hood and noticed steering fluid was very low. I buy a bottle at the gas station, put a little in the reservoir and moved around the gas station lot.…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 11 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 65,000 and 98,000 miles, with the median around 70,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 65,000; a quarter make it past 98,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover steering issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.