2010 Nissan Murano: Transfer case leak
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2010 Murano report: transfer case leak. CarComplaints.com lists 4 owner complaints, average mileage 60,300 miles.
NHTSA has 40 owner complaints for the 2010 Murano in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11671067 (filed 07/03/2025): “Vehicle will not accelerate. i will drive it a few miles, and it will be just fine. i drive it more, and it will stall and not accelerate. in fact, on 6/30/25, i was getting on the highway and it wouldn't accelerate and 8 warning lights came on. it has a brand…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11607947 (filed 08/12/2024): “The transmission is failing and i recently found out there had been a recall on the cvt transmission and i would like to get it fixed by the company.…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: repair transfer case (4 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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