Petrol · 2010–2019
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All about the Nissan Juke (F15)All about the 1.6 16v (Renault-Nissan H4M / HR16DE) engine
The 1.6 16v (Renault-Nissan H4M / HR16DE) engine was fitted to the Nissan Juke (F15) (2010–2019). In the EU that is 30.7 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.6 117 hp, 1.6, 1.6 94 hp.
The most expensive known risk is oil consumption (thin piston rings): it usually appears at 60,000–200,000 km and costs €0–2,000 to fix.
✓ 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.
Signs: About 1 L of oil per 5,000-7,000 km, more with hard driving; low oil warning between services
Fix: Check the oil level every few weeks, change oil more often (10,000 km) with a quality oil; at overhaul the pistons / rings are replaced
Signs: Ticking from the top of the engine, rough idle or hard starting; tight clearances can burn the exhaust valves
Fix: Have clearances measured every 80,000-120,000 km; adjustment means fitting tappets of the right size, which needs the camshafts out - use an experienced workshop
Signs: Gradual loss of power, especially at high revs, catalyst efficiency code (P0420), sometimes rattling from the exhaust
Fix: Find and fix the cause first (oil burning, misfire), then replace the catalyst
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
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
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
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
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,200–4,950. 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 1.6 16v (Renault-Nissan H4M / HR16DE) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 Petrol1,598 cm³ · 86 kW (117 hp) | 14.4 % | 2011–2018 | 159 g/km | — |
| 1.6 Petrol1,598 cm³ | 13.7 % | 2010–2018 | 156 g/km | — |
| 1.6 Petrol1,598 cm³ · 69 kW (94 hp) | 1.3 % | 2013–2018 | 138 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.
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.
The faults with the highest risk: oil consumption (thin piston rings) (60,000–200,000 km, €0–2,000); catalytic converter clogging at high mileage (150,000–300,000 km, €400–1,200); front ball joints and steering joints wear (80,000–200,000 km, €100–350).
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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