Recalls: Nissan T32 X-Trail
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Nissan T32 X-Trail
- In December 2014, a recall was issued for Nissan T32 X-Trail vehicles that had VINs in the range JN1 TAAT32A 0000005 to JN1 TAAT32A 0000103. In these vehicles, the fuel pressure sensor may be insufficiently tightened to the fuel rail, and may loosen gradually due to heat and vibration of the engine. In some cases, fuel may leak between the fuel pressure sensor and the fuel rail. If the latter occurred in the presence of an external ignition source, a fire could result (PRA 2014/14464).
- In May 2016, Nissan issued a recall for 28,162 Nissan T32 X-Trail vehicles that were manufactured between January 2014 and January 2016. For vehicles which had manually opening tailgates, the paint coating applied during the manufacturing process of the ‘Back Door Gas Stay’ (the gas-pressured, tailgate-supporting strut) did not comply with the design requirement for anti-corrosion. In rare cases, the outer tube of the Gas Stay could corrode and crack, resulting in the loss of the pressurised gas inside the Gas Stay. If this occurred, the Gas Stay would be unable to support the Back Door when open, posing a potential injury hazard. The recalled Nissan X-Trail vehicles had VINs in the range JN1***T32A0000005 to JN1***T32A0503959, though not all vehicles in this range were affected. For example, Nissan X-Trail vehicles with power-assisted opening tailgates were not part of the recall (PRA 2016/15354).
Problems and faults: Nissan T32 X-Trail
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Nissan T32 X-Trail 2.5i: CVT judder, delayed engagement and hesitation
In the USA, Nissan North America has issued a series of technical bulletins for Nissan T32 Rogue vehicles that had 2.5-litre QR25 engines and continuously variable transmissions (CVTs). In Australia, the T32 Rogue was sold as the T32 X-Trail. According to the bulletins, these vehicles may exhibit the following symptoms:
- Sudden, unexpected shaking and violent jerking (commonly referred to as “juddering” or “shuddering”) when the driver attempts to accelerate;
- CVT delayed engagement (i.e. takes longer than three seconds to engage ‘Drive’ or ‘Reverse’ gear); and,
- Hesitation and/or lack of power.
AustralianCar.Reviews understands that these symptoms were due to the steel belt inside the CVT slipping and becoming worn. For background, the CVT used two variable-diameter pulleys with a steel belt running between them to change speed (rather than a gearbox and clutch system). To change ratios, the pulleys could adjust their width to make the belt turn faster or slower, depending on the speed of the vehicle and the torque needed.
Nissan T32 X-Trail 2.5i: CVT judder, delayed engagement and hesitation
In April 2016, Nissan North America issued technical service bulletin NTB15-084b for 2014-16 model year Nissan T32 Rogue (X-Trail) vehicles that had 2.5-litre QR25 engines. According to the bulletin, these vehicles may exhibit transmission judder (i.e. shake, shudder, single or multiple bumps or vibration) and Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P17F0 or P17F1 may be stored in the Transmission Control Module (TCM) –
- If DTC P17F0 was stored in the TCM, the CVT assembly was to be replaced;
- If DTC P17F1 was stored in the TC, the control valve (valve body) was to be removed so that the CVT belt could be inspected with a borescope. If the CVT belt showed evidence of belt slippage (demonstrated by scuffing of the belt), then the CVT assembly was to be replaced. If not, the valve body was to be replaced.
2014-16 model year Nissan T32 Rogue: hesitation and/or lack of power (NTB15-086d)
In August 2016, Nissan North America issued technical bulletin NTB15-086d for 2014-16 model year Nissan T32 Rogue (X-Trail) vehicles that had 2.5-litre QR25 engines. According to the bulletin, the malfunction indicator light (MIL) may illuminate, the vehicle may hesitate and/or have reduced power. Furthermore, diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0766 (PC Solenoid B – Pressure Control Solenoid ‘B’ Performance/Stuck Off) may be stored.
For affected vehicles, the control valve (valve body) was to be removed so that the CVT belt could be inspected using a borescope. If there was evidence of belt slippage (indicated by scuffing of the CVT belt), then the CVT assembly was to be replaced; if not, the valve body was to be replaced. For 2013-15 model year vehicles, however, the TCM was to be re-programmed regardless.
Nissan T32 X-Trail 2.5i: CVT judder, delayed engagement and hesitation
In April 2017, Nissan North America issued technical service bulletin NTB15-087a for 2014-16 model year Nissan T32 Rogue (X-Trail) vehicles. If:
- One or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) were stored in the Transmission Control Module (TCM): P0740, P0743, P0778, P0779, P0847, P0848, P084C, P084D, P0962, P0963, P0966, P0967, P2814 and P2815; and,
- No other DTCs were stored; and,
- The diagnostic procedure in the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each listed DTC which was stored in the TCM had been performed, then
- The CVT valve body assembly (control valve) was to be replaced with a new one. As part of this procedure, the CVT cooler was also to be flushed.
