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2017 Nissan Juke: problems, recalls and reliability

1 recall and 14 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine.

Data updated weekly · latest recall Jan 2018

1
recalls
14
owner complaints
2
fire reports
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typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

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Among the quietest Juke years (#7 of 7 by complaints, age-adjusted)2 fire reports

Common problems

Computed from 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Limited data: only 14 complaints on record for this model year - too few for percentage statistics. Bars show raw report counts; read them as individual owner reports, not reliability rates. For a fuller picture, check nearby model years.
Engine (engine mechanics)5 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)3 complaints
Vehicle Speed Control (unintended acceleration, cruise control)1 complaint
Forward Collision Avoidance (automatic emergency braking, sensors)1 complaint
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)1 complaint
Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)1 complaint
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Juke. The contact stated that while at a red light, the vehicle slowly accelerated to 60 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed back to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence to diagnose the vehicle. The contact was not notified of the cause of the failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 83,497. The VIN was unavailable.Owner report · Engine · Dec 2025
This vehicle has 16K miles. The air bag and seat belt warning lights are illuminated. This car has a Nissan Extended Gold Warranty for 4 more years and 55K more miles. This warranty does not include these mentioned safety systems. This - any - warranty of this type should include the safety systems. This is a disregard for safety systems.Owner report · Air Bags · May 2025
Vehicle continues to rev engine high upon starting. Causing service engine light & traction control warning light to turn on. Does so after sitting. No one has been able to diagnose. Once codes are cleared, light do not go back in for days/weeks. Little acceleration will occurs. Engine seems to over heat in hotter weather. This was after sitting in park for a min. Of 3 hours. Never after driving.Owner report · Forward Collision Avoidance · Apr 2023
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I have Change the battery every year for the last 3 years at no charge from Nissan. This year the battery acid came out and make some damages , which Nissan fixed at no charge due to (Collateral damage) Car stops accelerating out of nowhere even with the battery exchange Yes, Nissan service center has confirm that my car is not the only one having this issues , even there's cars that get battery exchange every 8 months . Nissan service center has checked this issue, but they just rather change the battery instead of checking why this is happening . decrease of acceleration starts around month 9 or 10, the difference right know is that even with the battery exchange is still happening.Owner report · Electrical System · Nov 2022
My traction light and brake light repeatedly have come on and remain on over the course of the last year but have not come up as part of any of the safety recalls that are affecting other nukes that were built during the same time period. In addition, my car makes a humming sound as if engaging the traction system at each stop. I've had the car serviced and the brakes changed but to no avail, the lights have returned a mere 3 weeks after getting new porcelain brakes and rotors installed. My car is still not part of the recall but I do believe there is indeed an issue with my brake and traction system and it is going to fail me at some point despite nissan not wanting to fix this.Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Dec 2019
My 2017 awd juke has only 16,000 miles on it and already needs the front tires replaced. The back tires look almost new. I took it in to have the tires rotated and was told they are too worn to rotate and would need to buy 4 new tires. The other problem is the car would not start sometimes. It is push button start. I noticed the green key light flashing on the dash. After reading the manuel, I replaced the battery in the fob. That did not rectify the problem. The brake pedal will not engage to start the car. It is currently parked in the garage and I have no idea how we will be able to move it since it can not be put in gear without being turned on.Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2019
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 nissan juke. While driving 45-50 mph, the vehicle decelerated and lost power in the middle of the road without warning. The engine would not restart and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic did not assist. The vehicle was driven to crowney nissan (1451 farmington ave, bristol, ct 06010, (860) 540-0555) where it was determined that the VIN was not included in a recall; therefore, the contact would have to pay for the repairs. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 94,000. The VIN was invalid.Owner report · Engine · Jun 2019
The break sensor is faulty on jukes. Your vehicle will be in park but the car is not registering this, thus you can not turn the car on without "jiggling" the wires that lead to the break sensor. Have had the sensor replaced before and this still continues to happen.Owner report · Electrical System · May 2019
While waiting for a light to change I noticed a puff of smoke coming from under the hood of my car on the passenger side. It quickly turned into billows of smoke. My sister and I quickly got my grandchildren out of the car and over to a safe area. The smoke became dark brown and then black and burst into flames. Luckily the fire department was very prompt. However, the vehicle filled with smoke and the windshield burst out. This car had only 13,000 kms. It was a very frightening vent and my family's safety was severely compromised.this has been reported to department of transport in canadaOwner report · Engine · Aug 2018

When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 1 campaign

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER18V086000 · Jan 2018

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Juke Nismo RS vehicles. Due to a problem within the brake master cylinder, brake fluid may leak into the brake booster, reducing brake performance.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Specifications

Factory options offered for the 2017 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.

Engines1.6L
FuelGasoline
Body stylesCrossover Utility Vehicle [CUV]

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Nissan Juke reliable?

NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2017 Nissan Juke. The most complained-about area is engine.

Does the 2017 Nissan Juke have open recalls?

1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.