nissan Juke problems
0 safety recalls. 99 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
I CAME OUT THIS MORNING TO A SHATTERED PANORAMIC SUN ROOF. THE CAR WAS PARKED ALL NIGHT WITH NO SURROUNDING TREES OR ANYTHING ABOVE IT. THE GLASS JUST SHATTERED (EXPLODED) INTO SMALL PIECES WITH NO CONTACT OR ANY TYPE OF CONTACT. THE CAR WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY ALL NIGHT.
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Juke. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the service engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power, decelerated, and failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal.…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Nissan Juke. The vehicle was a local dealer sale. Upon delivery of the vehicle, the odometer reading was not displayed on the instrument panel due to a faulty Tire Pressure Monitoring System; however, the Title indicated that the…
TAKATA RECALL: I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 5MPH ON A DIRT ROAD WHEN THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. I WAS NOT HIT BY ANYTHING AND DID NOT HIT ANYTHING. THE SEAT BELTS ALSO LOCKED UP.
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Common questions
Is the 2013 Nissan Juke reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 99 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 Nissan Juke is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2013 Nissan Juke?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 27 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Nissan Juke has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2013 Nissan Juke?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 99 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.