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2014 Nissan Murano steering problems

moderate 21 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700 · see steering across all vehicles →

Failure mileage
Complaints
21
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$700

When does it fail?

Of the 21 steering complaints filed for the 2014 Nissan Murano, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.

0-25k
0 (0%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
1 (100%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

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.

What stands out

No new NHTSA steering complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 17V184000 March 16, 2017

Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Murano and Murano Cross Cabriolet vehicles

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.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a power steering high pressure hose kit, free of charge. The recall began May 10, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

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.

Service Bulletin NTB08-097L Sep 2023

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 Bulletin NTB08-097K Feb 2023

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.

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Service Bulletin NTB15060 Jul 2015

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.

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Service Bulletin NTB14023 Apr 2014

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.

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Service Bulletin NTB00033E Jul 2013

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

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Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

The failure pattern owners describe

Owners report multiple steering failures in 2014 Muranos, most tied to a recall issued in 2017 (NHTSA 17V-184) for power steering hose and tube assembly issues. The worst-case scenario: high-pressure steering hose ruptures during normal driving, causing white smoke and fluid spray—one owner found later that similar events can lead to fires. Other owners lost power steering entirely at low speeds or during city driving, making the vehicle hard to steer to safety.

A recurring problem is persistent rattling or screeching from the engine area during steering input. One owner had the recall repair done twice and worked with three dealers and Nissan directly, providing video evidence. All parties acknowledged the noise existed, but Nissan ultimately said there was no fix available.

The biggest complaint across 20 submissions: the recall parts simply were not available. Multiple owners took time off work for scheduled service appointments only to be turned away because hose and tube assemblies were on back order or restriction. One owner waited nearly two years with parts supposedly on order. Some also report power steering noise that sounds like boiling fluid, AC compressor failure, and serpentine belt wear—though not all were confirmed as steering-system defects.

Same Nissan Murano steering reports on nearby years: 2013

Failure modes owners describe

Power steering hose rupture/high-pressure hose failure

High-pressure power steering hose blows off during normal driving, causing white smoke, fluid leakage, and engine bang. Power steering switch damaged in the same event. No warning lights or symptoms before failure.

When: During regular driving; one case at 52,200 miles

Symptoms owners cite: loud bang from engine; white smoke from engine compartment; substantial fluid leakage; power steering system failure

Repairs/costs cited: High-pressure power steering hose replacement; power steering switch replacement

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA recall 17V-184 (hose & tube assembly). One owner's VIN not included in recall despite owning affected 2014 model year.

Power steering system complete failure

Power steering becomes inoperative without warning during normal driving. Affects steering responsiveness at low and highway speeds. Sudden loss makes vehicle difficult or impossible to maneuver.

When: During driving at various speeds; one case at 65,500 miles, one at 52,200 miles

Symptoms owners cite: complete loss of power steering assist; difficult steering at low speeds (parking maneuvers); power steering whine during acceleration from stop

Repairs/costs cited: Power steering pump replacement; power steering rack and pinion replacement mentioned

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA recall 17V-184. Some dealers unable to perform repairs due to parts unavailability.

Rattling noise from engine during steering input

Persistent rattling noise from engine compartment when steering wheel is turned left or right while vehicle is stationary. Issue remains after recall repair work performed twice; dealer claims noise is normal or unfixable.

When: After 2017 recall work; issue persists

Symptoms owners cite: rattling noise from engine when turning steering wheel left or right while stationary

Repairs/costs cited: Recall work (NHTSA 17V-184) performed twice; no resolution achieved

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA recall 17V-184. First dealer claims noise is normal; second dealer initially claimed no noise. After owner provided video recording, dealers refused further action. Nissan confirmed noise on video but advised no further remedy possible.

Screeching noise during leftward steering

Screeching noise occurs every time steering wheel is rotated to the left or any leftward movement made. Noise is prominent at mild to high speeds but does not occur with rightward steering.

When: During operation

Symptoms owners cite: screeching noise on leftward steering wheel rotation; noise prominent at mild to high speeds; no noise on rightward steering

Recall parts distribution delays

Multiple owners unable to complete NHTSA 17V-184 recall repairs because replacement parts are unavailable at dealerships. Parts marked on restriction or not yet received despite multiple follow-up attempts. Delays span weeks to months and in one case nearly two years.

When: 2017; recalls initiated March 2017 but parts unavailable through multiple months

Symptoms owners cite: unable to schedule recall repair; parts not in stock; parts on back order or restriction; dealer unable to confirm parts availability timeline

Repairs/costs cited: Recall remedy parts (hose & tube assembly) unavailable for repair completion

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: NHTSA recall 17V-184 issued, but parts distribution severely delayed. Owners advised to wait for parts availability. One case: parts on restriction for 4+ months; another case: parts ordered for nearly 2 years with no delivery.

AC compressor failure with power steering noise

AC compressor becomes inoperable; power steering fluid makes abnormal boiling sound. Maintenance warning and airbag warning light appear. Owner researched recalls and found awareness of similar issues but vehicle VIN not included in recall.

When: At approximately 179,613 miles

Symptoms owners cite: AC compressor inoperability; abnormal boiling sound from power steering fluid; Maintenance Other message displayed; front airbags warning light illuminated

Repairs/costs cited: AC compressor replaced; serpentine belt replaced; no steering system repair performed

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Undisclosed recall exists for similar issues; vehicle VIN not under recall despite being affected model.

Synthesized from 21 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.

What owners are reporting 3 most recent

steering · filed 12/09/2019

I have not been called or informed to service the recall part. Nissan dealership has had the piece on order for almost two years now. Not sure what else I need to do. Manufacturer recall numberr1710 NHTSA recall number17v-184 recall status:recall incomplete

steering · 68,230 mi · filed 10/09/2019

My vehicle makes a screeching noise every time the steering wheel is rotated to the left or any movement is made leftward. The noise is especially prominent at mild to high speeds. It does not noise when the steering wheel is rotated to the right.

steering · filed 10/08/2017

On august 4, 2017, I visited autonation Nissan in memphis so they could verify that my car needed the recalled part. After verification, I was told the parts would be ordered & they would call me when they came in to schedule the service. I never received a call. On september 12, 2017, I called autonation Nissan again to follow up & spoke with dave in service. Dave told me that it was never…

Had steering trouble with your 2014 Nissan Murano? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the steering problem on the 2014 Nissan Murano?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 21 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the steering typically fail?

Across the 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 22,640 and 65,500 miles, with the median around 35,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 22,640; a quarter make it past 65,500. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.

What does it cost to fix?

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.

Are there any recalls related to steering?

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.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Nissan/Murano. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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