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2006 NISSAN Murano STEERING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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STEERING Safety Recalls

Critical #06V401000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The anti-theft device in your vehicle is the system that locks your steering wheel when you turn the key to the 'off' position. In some cases, this system can malfunction and lock your steering wheel when you're not in park.
Risk if Unfixed
If you turn off your engine without putting your vehicle in park, the steering wheel could lock, making it hard to turn or control your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash or collision.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect and replace the faulty steering wheel lock assembly at no cost to you. Schedule an appointment after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2006 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." DURING AN INSPECTION OF SOME VEHICLES AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED WITH THE IGNITION KNOB IN THE "OFF" POSITION BUT THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION NOT BEING IN THE "PARK" POSITION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE KEY IS TURNED TO THE "OFF" POSITION WITHOUT THE TRANSMISSION BEING IN THE "PARK" POSITION, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE STEERING WHEEL CAN LOCK WHEN TURNED TO THE RIGHT.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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Other NISSAN Murano 2006 Recalls

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall

Other NISSAN Murano Years

2025
2 recalls
2024
1 recall
2020
2 recalls
2019
1 recall
2018
2 recalls
2017
3 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
1 recall
2013
1 recall
2012
1 recall
2009
4 recalls
2008
1 recall
2007
2 recalls
2005
6 recalls
2004
4 recalls
2003
6 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2006 NISSAN Murano safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE recall for the 2006 NISSAN Murano? (Campaign #06V401000)

The anti-theft device in your vehicle is the system that locks your steering wheel when you turn the key to the 'off' position. In some cases, this system can malfunction and lock your steering wheel when you're not in park. If you turn off your engine without putting your vehicle in park, the steering wheel could lock, making it hard to turn or control your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a crash or collision. Your dealer will inspect and replace the faulty steering wheel lock assembly at no cost to you. Schedule an appointment after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2006 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.