P2002 Fault Code on Nissan Qashqai — UK Guide (2007–2018)

P2002 on the Nissan Qashqai — what you need to know

Nissan Qashqai diesel P2002 DPF efficiency fault is common on dCi variants used for short journeys. A 30-minute motorway run at 60mph+ is always the first recommended step before any mechanical intervention.

The affected engine variants are: 1.5 dCi, 1.6 dCi, 2.0 dCi. If your Nissan Qashqai is showing fault code P2002, use our AI Diagnostic Report for a full UK-specific analysis including the exact repair costs for your engine and year.

Common causes on the Nissan Qashqai

While P2002 can have several root causes, the most common reasons this code appears on the Nissan Qashqai in UK conditions are related to the specific engine management and emissions systems fitted to this vehicle. Always scan for related fault codes before replacing any parts — a secondary code can point directly to the root cause and save hundreds of pounds.

For the complete diagnosis guide including step-by-step testing procedures, see our main P2002 fault code page.

UK repair costs for P2002 on the Nissan Qashqai

Typical UK repair costs for P2002 on the Nissan Qashqai range from £100 to £1500 depending on the exact cause, your engine variant and whether you use an independent garage or a main dealer. Independent garages are typically 30–50% cheaper than franchised dealers for this type of repair.

Always get at least two quotes. Use our AI Diagnostic Report to understand the most likely cause for your specific Nissan Qashqai before spending anything at a garage.

P2002 MOT implications for the Nissan Qashqai

An active P2002 fault code on your Nissan Qashqai is likely to cause an MOT failure. Under DVSA testing standards, an illuminated check engine light is an automatic MOT failure regardless of how the vehicle drives. You must resolve this fault before your MOT test. Read our full MOT guide for more information.