Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Sport Utility Vehicles, There Is A Possibility That A Wire Breaking Inside The Alternator Could Stop The Battery From Charging.
Make Of Vehicle
NISSAN
Model Of Vehicle
MURANO
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
05V319000
Component Description
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Effect Of Defect
If This Happens, The Charger Warning And Brake Warning Lamps Will Immediately Come On And The Battery Will Begin To Discharge. After A Short Time, The Engine Will Go Into A “Fall Safe” Condition Which Will Limit Vehicle Speed. The Engine Will Stop Running Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Alternator With A New Version Which Has Been Modified To Prevent Movement Of The Coil. The Recall Began On August 1, 2005. Owners May Contact Nissan At 1-800-647-7261.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20020808
End Of Manufacture
20040924
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
125466
Date Owners Notified
20050801
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20050714