Used Car Expert Fault Guides tell you the common Nissan Qashqai faults and wear items that can become problems and big bills for their owner.
Independent research indicated that using our fault guides to check a car before you buy it can save you an average of £300 in surprise bills and hidden problems.
That's because our Nissan Qashqai fault guides are written so that anyone can understand them – even if you know nothing about cars and have no tools. For every common fault, we tell you what to look for, what it means and what it costs.
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Nissan Qashqai (2007 - Present) Fault Guide
Nissan Qashqai (2007 - Present) Fault Guide
We know of 14 NISSAN QashQai (2007 - Present) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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5 engine faults
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2 suspension wear items or faults
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1 interior problems
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2 bodywork issues
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4 recalls
Here's an example fault on the NISSAN QashQai (2007 - Present)
What to look for:
Look for blue/black smoke from the exhaust when the engine is warm. During the test drive, note if there is any loss of power/sluggishness. Open the bonnet when the engine is running and listen for a whistling or ‘graunching’ sound from the top of the engine.
What it means:
These symptoms indicate that the turbo is blown. Make sure the EGR (Exhaust Gas Re-circulation) valve is replaced at the same time as the turbo. This part can often be the cause of turbo problems on these engines
What to do
It will be fixed under warranty if the car is less than three years old (last year of warranty has a 60,000 mile limit). Otherwise negotiate £850 off of the asking price or have the repair carried out as part of the deal.
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