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Nissan Qashqai II faults

5 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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Reliability
3.0/5

5 known faults

1.2 DIG-T 115

  1. 1.2 DIG-T: excessive oil consumption and broken pistons

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    Owner forums are full of cases of high oil consumption and damaged pistons on the 1.2 DIG-T, going as far as engine replacement (sometimes under warranty). A written question to the National Assembly mentions these failures on Renault and Nissan 1.2 engines built from 2012 to 2018; Nissan replied with an engine control unit reprogramming and case-by-case assistance. Car Mechanics advises being wary of an oil can in the boot.

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. 1.2 DIG-T: noisy timing chain

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The timing chain of the 1.2 DIG-T can become noisy, especially on cold starts. Car Mechanics reports cases of wear before the planned replacement interval, which has led owners to change it earlier; Wheelstreet links this fault to pre-2018 models.

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Automatic emergency braking that activates for no reason

    Manufacturer recall

    The intelligent emergency braking can activate unnecessarily, for example under a metal structure (level crossing, hanging sign), with a collision warning followed by sudden braking. Nissan recalled Qashqais built between 8 November 2016 and 5 June 2019 for a free software update; random activations are also reported by owners of earlier models.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.3 DIG-T 140, 1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT, 1.5 dCi 110, 1.5 dCi 115 DCT, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic

  1. From 120,000 km

    Xtronic (CVT) gearbox: jerking and overheating

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The Xtronic continuously variable gearbox has a poor reputation: jerking at low speed and a gearbox temperature warning on long climbs. According to Car Mechanics, most problems come from low or worn oil, made worse by marginal cooling and a small quantity of oil. Wheelstreet reports slipping, shuddering or noises after 120,000 to 160,000 km.

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic
    Onset
    between 120,000 km and 160,000 km
    Repair
    not documented

  2. 1.2 DIG-T: excessive oil consumption and broken pistons

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    Owner forums are full of cases of high oil consumption and damaged pistons on the 1.2 DIG-T, going as far as engine replacement (sometimes under warranty). A written question to the National Assembly mentions these failures on Renault and Nissan 1.2 engines built from 2012 to 2018; Nissan replied with an engine control unit reprogramming and case-by-case assistance. Car Mechanics advises being wary of an oil can in the boot.

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. 1.2 DIG-T: noisy timing chain

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The timing chain of the 1.2 DIG-T can become noisy, especially on cold starts. Car Mechanics reports cases of wear before the planned replacement interval, which has led owners to change it earlier; Wheelstreet links this fault to pre-2018 models.

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  4. Automatic emergency braking that activates for no reason

    Manufacturer recall

    The intelligent emergency braking can activate unnecessarily, for example under a metal structure (level crossing, hanging sign), with a collision warning followed by sudden braking. Nissan recalled Qashqais built between 8 November 2016 and 5 June 2019 for a free software update; random activations are also reported by owners of earlier models.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.3 DIG-T 140, 1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT, 1.5 dCi 110, 1.5 dCi 115 DCT, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.3 DIG-T 140

  1. Automatic emergency braking that activates for no reason

    Manufacturer recall

    The intelligent emergency braking can activate unnecessarily, for example under a metal structure (level crossing, hanging sign), with a collision warning followed by sudden braking. Nissan recalled Qashqais built between 8 November 2016 and 5 June 2019 for a free software update; random activations are also reported by owners of earlier models.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.3 DIG-T 140, 1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT, 1.5 dCi 110, 1.5 dCi 115 DCT, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT

  1. Automatic emergency braking that activates for no reason

    Manufacturer recall

    The intelligent emergency braking can activate unnecessarily, for example under a metal structure (level crossing, hanging sign), with a collision warning followed by sudden braking. Nissan recalled Qashqais built between 8 November 2016 and 5 June 2019 for a free software update; random activations are also reported by owners of earlier models.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.3 DIG-T 140, 1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT, 1.5 dCi 110, 1.5 dCi 115 DCT, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.5 dCi 110

  1. Automatic emergency braking that activates for no reason

    Manufacturer recall

    The intelligent emergency braking can activate unnecessarily, for example under a metal structure (level crossing, hanging sign), with a collision warning followed by sudden braking. Nissan recalled Qashqais built between 8 November 2016 and 5 June 2019 for a free software update; random activations are also reported by owners of earlier models.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.3 DIG-T 140, 1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT, 1.5 dCi 110, 1.5 dCi 115 DCT, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.5 dCi 115 DCT

  1. Automatic emergency braking that activates for no reason

    Manufacturer recall

    The intelligent emergency braking can activate unnecessarily, for example under a metal structure (level crossing, hanging sign), with a collision warning followed by sudden braking. Nissan recalled Qashqais built between 8 November 2016 and 5 June 2019 for a free software update; random activations are also reported by owners of earlier models.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.3 DIG-T 140, 1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT, 1.5 dCi 110, 1.5 dCi 115 DCT, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic

  1. From 100,000 km

    1.6 dCi: clogged EGR valve

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Goodmecano reports EGR valve clogging as a known problem on the J10 and J11 Qashqai, with replacement common on the 1.6 dCi after 100,000 to 150,000 km; the typical symptom is a limp mode with an engine warning light and loss of power. Owners of a 1.6 dCi 130 J11 report a failed EGR valve or EGR cooler.

    Versions
    1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    between 100,000 km and 150,000 km
    Repair
    not documented

  2. From 120,000 km

    Xtronic (CVT) gearbox: jerking and overheating

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The Xtronic continuously variable gearbox has a poor reputation: jerking at low speed and a gearbox temperature warning on long climbs. According to Car Mechanics, most problems come from low or worn oil, made worse by marginal cooling and a small quantity of oil. Wheelstreet reports slipping, shuddering or noises after 120,000 to 160,000 km.

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic
    Onset
    between 120,000 km and 160,000 km
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Automatic emergency braking that activates for no reason

    Manufacturer recall

    The intelligent emergency braking can activate unnecessarily, for example under a metal structure (level crossing, hanging sign), with a collision warning followed by sudden braking. Nissan recalled Qashqais built between 8 November 2016 and 5 June 2019 for a free software update; random activations are also reported by owners of earlier models.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.3 DIG-T 140, 1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT, 1.5 dCi 110, 1.5 dCi 115 DCT, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.6 dCi 130 4x4

  1. From 100,000 km

    1.6 dCi: clogged EGR valve

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Goodmecano reports EGR valve clogging as a known problem on the J10 and J11 Qashqai, with replacement common on the 1.6 dCi after 100,000 to 150,000 km; the typical symptom is a limp mode with an engine warning light and loss of power. Owners of a 1.6 dCi 130 J11 report a failed EGR valve or EGR cooler.

    Versions
    1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    between 100,000 km and 150,000 km
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Automatic emergency braking that activates for no reason

    Manufacturer recall

    The intelligent emergency braking can activate unnecessarily, for example under a metal structure (level crossing, hanging sign), with a collision warning followed by sudden braking. Nissan recalled Qashqais built between 8 November 2016 and 5 June 2019 for a free software update; random activations are also reported by owners of earlier models.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 DIG-T 115, 1.2 DIG-T 115 Xtronic, 1.3 DIG-T 140, 1.3 DIG-T 160 DCT, 1.5 dCi 110, 1.5 dCi 115 DCT, 1.6 dCi 130 Xtronic, 1.6 dCi 130 4x4
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

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