Known Faults Database

Nissan Qashqai Common Problems & Known Faults (UK)

If you are considering buying a used Nissan Qashqai, there are several major reliability issues worth knowing about first. Our garage database tracks 3 known faults for this model, 2 of them rated high severity. Every one below is a repair bill a seller has good reason not to mention.

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Nissan Qashqai J11 (2014-2018) problems

Engine/EmissionsHigh severity📝 Editorial

Undersized piston rings causing excessive oil consumption, leading to timing chain stretch and engine failure

Rough guide

£2000-4500

Typical symptoms

frequent low oil warnings
rattling noise from timing chain
black smoke from exhaust
loss of compression and misfires

Affected vehicles

Engines:: 1.2 DIG-T (HRA2DDT / Renault H5Ft)
Typical mileage:: 40000-80000 miles

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Nissan Qashqai J11 / T32 (2014-2021) problems

Transmission/ClutchHigh severity📝 Editorial

Xtronic CVT transmission failure causing juddering, loss of drive, and limp mode

Rough guide

£4000-6000

Typical symptoms

severe juddering when pulling away
revs rising high with no increase in vehicle speed ('rubber band' effect)
total transmission failure

Affected vehicles

Engines:: All Xtronic CVT Automatics
Typical mileage:: 40000-80000 miles

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Nissan Qashqai 2007-2017 Models (2007-2017) problems

Engine/EmissionsMedium severity📝 Editorial

DPF blockages and EGR valve failures due to short journey use, plus premature timing belt failure if intervals are ignored

Rough guide

£500-1200

Typical symptoms

red or yellow DPF warning light
limp mode
poor fuel economy

Affected vehicles

Engines:: 1.5 dCi (K9K)
Typical mileage:: 50000-90000 miles

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Repair costs are typical UK ranges, not quotes. Actual cost depends on condition and garage.Data last verified: June 2026

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