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Nissan Juke (F15) 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft)

Petrol · 2010–2019

2
known faults
9
Faults typical of this model
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All about the Nissan Juke (F15)All about the 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) engine

The 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) engine was fitted to the Nissan Juke (F15) (2010–2019). In the EU that is 13.7 % of all new cars of this generation.

Versions: 1.2 116 hp, 1.2.

The most expensive known risk is front ball joints and steering joints wear: it usually appears at 80,000–200,000 km and costs €100–350 to fix.

Engine faults ✓ Checked against sources (10/2026)

✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.

High oil consumption, burnt exhaust valves, engine failure (2012-2018)

usually 50,000–130,000 km · High risk
model years 2012–2018 only

Signs: Oil level drops fast (can exceed 1 L per 1,000 km), low oil warning, blue smoke, loss of power, misfire or engine noise; often unnoticed until damage is done

Fix: Check the dipstick every fill-up; ask a Renault/Dacia/Nissan dealer by VIN for the ECU recalibration and an oil consumption test and file a goodwill request with the service history; if consumption stays high, the engine needs rings/pistons and valve work or a replacement engine

€0–6,000

Timing chain stretch or jumped timing after low oil level

usually 60,000–160,000 km · High risk
model years 2012–2018 only

Signs: Rattle on cold start, camshaft/crankshaft correlation fault codes, rough running; if the chain jumps or breaks the valves are damaged

Fix: Keep the oil level correct; at the first rattle or correlation code replace the chain, tensioner, guides and sprockets

€700–1,500

Faults typical of this model ✓ Checked against sources (10/2026)

Front ball joints and steering joints wear

usually 80,000–200,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Knocking from the front over bumps, vague steering, play found at inspection.

Fix: Replace the worn ball joint / lower arm or tie rod end and set wheel alignment.

€100–350

Front brake pads and discs wear early

usually 40,000–240,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Squeal or grinding, vibration through the pedal, pads and discs worn sooner than expected.

Fix: Replace pads (and discs if lipped) and check caliper slides; plan for shorter intervals.

€100–300

Handbrake uneven or weak at inspection

usually 40,000–200,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Uneven left/right handbrake force on the roller tester, car rolls on slopes.

Fix: Free and lubricate the cables and rear caliper mechanisms, adjust, replace a seized cable.

€50–250

Lighting defects: headlight aim, cloudy lenses, failed lamps

usually 40,000–250,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Misaimed or dim headlights, cloudy lenses, failed side or tail lamps flagged at inspection.

Fix: Adjust the headlights, polish or replace cloudy lenses, replace bulbs and check connectors.

€30–400

Interior creaks and peeling trim coatings

usually 30,000–250,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Creaks and squeaks from the dash and trim that get worse with age; painted plastic trim peels.

Fix: Refit and pad trim at contact points; replace peeling trim pieces if they bother you.

€0–200

Recall: front door locks can freeze after water ingress (2010-2011)

at any mileage · Medium risk
model years 2010–2011 only

Signs: In frost the front doors will not open or will not latch shut.

Fix: Check the VIN for the recall; the dealer fixes the lock water protection free of charge.

free / recall

Recall: start button can stick and stop the engine (2013-2014)

at any mileage · High risk
model years 2013–2014 only

Signs: The start button stays pressed in after starting; the emergency stop function can then shut the engine off while driving.

Fix: Check the VIN for the recall; the dealer replaces the start switch free of charge.

free / recall

Recall: ignition lock spring defect (key-start cars, 2017)

at any mileage · High risk
model years 2017–2017 only

Signs: Engine can switch off unexpectedly while driving; airbags may then not deploy.

Fix: Check the VIN for the recall; the dealer replaces the mechanical ignition switch free of charge.

free / recall

Recall: driver airbag heat shield misplaced (April-May 2019 builds)

at any mileage · High risk
model years 2019–2019 only

Signs: No symptoms; the airbag may tear when it deploys.

Fix: Check the VIN with a Nissan dealer; the driver airbag is replaced free of charge.

free / recall

Gearboxes

Manual

Clutch wear

usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Slipping, high bite point

Fix: Replace clutch kit

€500–900

Dual-mass flywheel

usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away

Fix: Replace with clutch

€700–1,400

X-Tronic / Xtronic CVT (Jatco)

Belt slip and pulley wear, debris in the valve body (limp mode)

usually 80,000–200,000 km · High risk

Signs: Judder pulling away, engine revs flare without the car speeding up, delay when selecting D or R, power cut / limp mode when hot

Fix: Read the CVT codes and check the fluid for metal; if caught early replace the valve body and fluid and flush the cooler, otherwise fit a reconditioned CVT

€800–4,500

Low-speed CVT judder code (P17F0 / P17F1) on JF016E / JF017E

usually 30,000–150,000 km · High risk
model years 2013–2018 only

Signs: Shaking, shudder or repeated bumps when pulling away or at low speed, judder fault stored in the gearbox control unit

Fix: Dealer-level diagnosis: P17F1 usually means a new valve body (if the belt is not slipping), P17F0 means a gearbox replacement; reprogram the control unit and flush the cooler

€800–4,500

CVT pulley bearing whine

usually 100,000–220,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Whine or howl under acceleration that rises with engine or road speed, fluid level and pressures otherwise normal

Fix: Have a CVT specialist confirm which bearing is noisy; replace the bearings during an overhaul or fit a reconditioned gearbox before debris damages the pulleys

€1,500–3,500

Service plan for this engine

Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,500–5,550. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.

Intervals and typical prices for the Nissan Juke (F15) with the 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.

ItemIntervalTypical price
Engine oil + oil filterEngineevery 10,000 km or every 12 months€70–150
Cabin (pollen) filterClimateevery 15,000 km or every 12 months€15–40
Brake fluidBrakesevery 24 months€50–95
A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climateevery 24 months€70–150
Air filterEngineevery 30,000 km or every 24 months€15–45
Spark plugsIgnitionevery 60,000 km or every 48 months€50–160
Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngineevery 120,000 km€70–180
Coolant replacementCoolingevery 150,000 km or every 96 months€70–150
Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engineevery 150,000 km€0–120
Manual gearbox oilTransmissionevery 150,000 km€60–130
Front brake padsBrakesusually at 30,000–60,000 km€60–150
Front brake discs + padsBrakesusually at 60,000–120,000 km€150–320
Rear brake padsBrakesusually at 50,000–90,000 km€50–130
Tyres (set of 4)Wheelsusually at 40,000–60,000 km€320–700
Wiper bladesBodychecked at service€20–50
12V batteryElectricalchecked at service€100–220

Versions of this engine in the Nissan Juke (F15)

VersionShareYearsCO₂Fuel use
1.2 Petrol1,197 cm³ · 85 kW (116 hp)11.2 %2014–2018129 g/km—
1.2 Petrol1,197 cm³2.5 %2011–2018128 g/km—

Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.

Official recalls

Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (12). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.

  • Other Juke (F16) Qashqai (J12) and Leaf (ZE1) VIN Scan17/06/2024 · R/2024/234
  • Doors / locks / lids The rear seat back may not be securely latched when returned to the upright position after folding.21/10/2021 · R/2021/345
  • Airbag The driver's air bag may tear during inflation30/03/2021 · R/2021/074
  • Doors / locks / lids Possible reduced retention force of the rear door child lock switch14/08/2020 · R/2020/220
  • Suspension / axles Internal ignition switch spring may have been manufactured with a surface defect05/09/2018 · R/2018/233
  • Visibility Rear oxygen sensor may fail25/07/2016 · R/2016/157
  • Engine / loss of power Engine push start switch may malfunction04/08/2015 · R/2015/133
  • Fuel system Fuel may leak30/03/2015 · R/2014/167

Common questions

What are the biggest risks of the Nissan Juke (F15) with the 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) engine?

The faults with the highest risk: front ball joints and steering joints wear (80,000–200,000 km, €100–350).

Does the Nissan Juke (F15) 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) have a timing belt or a chain?

Chain.

Which oil does the Nissan Juke (F15) 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) need?

5W-30 / 5W-40 · Renault RN0700 · ~4.5 L · every 10,000 km.

The same model with other engines

1.5 dCi (K9K)1.6 16v (Renault-Nissan H4M / HR16DE)

Other models with the 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) engine

Nissan Qashqai (J11) 2013–2021Renault Captur I 2013–2019Renault Kadjar 2015–2022Renault Kangoo II 2008–2021Renault Mégane IV 2016–2024Nissan Pulsar 2014–2018Dacia Lodgy 2012–2022Dacia Dokker 2012–2021

Sources and notes

Main sources for the faults of this engine:

Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →

Updated 29/10/2026

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