Nissan Qashqai: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 111,506 Nissan Qashqai cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2007 and 2026.
In a sample of 400 cars, 60% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing (14.5% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 16 recalls for this model; 3.2% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing | 14.5% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 14% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 12.3% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 11.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 8% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 7.5% |
| Stub axle (kingpin) has too much play | 5.5% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 5.5% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 5% |
| Drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing | 5% |
Share of 400 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 14% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 9.5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 3.3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.8% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 111,506 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 3.2% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2007 to 2026 |
All Nissan Qashqai passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-20 | electrical system | serious | 1,082 |
| 2026-06-02 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 271 |
| 2025-10-10 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 7,998 |
| 2025-03-31 | electrical system | – | 1,615 |
| 2020-07-27 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 8 |
| 2019-04-23 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 374 |
| 2017-07-31 | brakes | serious | 16,466 |
| 2016-07-19 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 2,465 |
| 2015-02-11 | steering | serious | 2,361 |
| 2015-01-15 | brakes | – | 4,675 |
| 2015-01-13 | towbar and trailer coupling | serious | 5,638 |
| 2014-03-04 | steering | – | 191 |
| 2014-01-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 106 |
| 2014-01-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 2,743 |
| 2013-04-16 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 159 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Nissan Qashqai fail the APK?
In a sample of 400 cars first registered 2012–2021, 60% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Nissan Qashqai?
The most common APK defects are: kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing (14.5%), tyre tread depth insufficient (14%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (12.3%).
Does the Nissan Qashqai have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 16 recalls. 3.2% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.