Nissan Micra
Renault 0.9 IG-T three-cylinder turbo. Lively in town, but prone to vibration.
90 hp Renault turbo brings the little one to life
The 1.0 SCe from the Renault shelf makes the Micra K14 livelier than its base siblings.
Engine Weaknesses 3
The timing chain of the H4Bt 0.9 TCe stretches at higher mileage. Forum cases from as low as 60,000–100,000 km are documented. A broken chain causes engine damage as this is an interference engine. Regular oil changes extend the lifespan.
Symptoms: Rattling on cold start, rough running, check engine light, power loss
The wastegate of the small turbocharger can seize or leak from as early as 30,000 km. Boost pressure is then no longer regulated correctly, leading to power loss or overboosting. Turbocharger replacement or rebuild required.
Symptoms: Whistling noise from turbo, power loss, check engine light, uneven acceleration
The ignition coils of the three-cylinder turbo H4Bt fail at higher mileage causing misfires. With only three cylinders a single coil failure is especially noticeable. Inexpensive repair.
Symptoms: Engine runs on two cylinders, heavy misfiring, check engine light, increased fuel consumption
Vehicle Weaknesses 5
The K14 continues the pattern of its predecessors: MOT inspectors flag suspension components, road springs, and dampers at an above-average rate. The well-known Micra suspension issue carries over into the fifth generation.
The K14 shows oil loss from ageing drivetrain seals at higher mileage. Valve cover gaskets and crankshaft seals are frequently affected.
The Micra K14 rear brake drums corrode from road salt. Rear braking performance deteriorates; MOT-relevant.
The Micra K14 infotainment system spontaneously reboots while driving. Software updates partially fix the issue; on some vehicles it persists.
The Bluetooth connection of the K14 infotainment system is unstable with some smartphones. Connection drops and pairing problems have been reported by owners.
Reports & Tests
275 owner complaints filed with NHTSA (2017–2023). Most reported: Engine (71), Powertrain (69), Electrical (59).